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PUSKIN Café and Restaurant
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About
Features
CUISINES
Italian, International, Mediterranean, European, Hungarian
Meal types
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
PRICE
$$ - $$$
FEATURES
Free Wifi
Full Bar
Highchairs Available
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Seating
Serves Alcohol
Table Service
Takeout
Television
Location
District V / Inner City
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Hours
Open until 10:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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4.9
15 reviews
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Laszlo Takac
Noisy-le-Grand2 contributions
Aug 2021 • none
This is one of those restaurants where I regularly return whenever I come to Budapest, a city I am not particularly fond of, by the way. What I had the last time was a kind of braised pork steak coated in a spicy flour mixture served with fried potato wedges. As to the steak, it was just like a pork steak should be, the quality of the meat quite satisfactory, not too dry or chewy (poor quality pork tends to be too dry when fried or cooked). Of course, it was prepared in advance, otherwise you would have to wait for ages to be served, but braised meat reheated is just fine. The potato wedges, on the contrary did suffer some by the process of having got fried for a second time, but even thus it needs a gourmet like the author of this review to tell the difference. So far goes the sunny side of the picture. As to the shady side, first of all, I should mention the quantity. Well, a woman weighing a hundred pounds and watching her lines might find this portion satisfactory. For an average-sized guy, however, even if he had a copious breakfast in the morning, this is no more than a 2/3 portion at the very best. If you are really hungry, go for a double portion, you’ll manage it all right. Anyway, my remark on portion size was not meant to say it is too expensive. Not at all. For four euros you can hardly expect more, indeed. So that if you order a double portion, it is still a bargain. Still on the shady side, I should mention the soup which is thrust upon you with the menu most of the time and adds a euro to the bill. They are just instant soups, a different one for each day of the week, running under some fancy names that make your mouth water only to sharpen your disappointment when it is served. However, my goal with this review is not to decry instant soups, but to recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a quiet place to sit and spend an agreeable hour or two with a drink, or have a simple but tasty meal. This being officially a coffeehouse (kávéház), ordering a meal is optional and you are welcome to just have a drink. (The coffeehouse category, by the way, explains the unsophisticated menu as well. After all, most establishments of this kind offer only pastries in the way of food.) Though it is situated in the very heart of Budapest, I have never seen this cafe overcrowded either by tourists or locals, which makes it ideal for anyone on the musing side, or for people who, like myself, like to tap away on their laptops to fill the idle hours when on the move. And one last tip: don’t miss out on the excellent ice cream they offer all year around in three flavours: vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. My favourite is chocolate. Mmmmm!! It is just delicious! I got to leave you now and dig in before it melts.
Written September 12, 2021
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Andrea T
Orlando15 contributions
Jun 2018 • solo
This is a great little place but you just need to know what it’s about so you’re not disappointed like I was. Reading the cuisines given here in the listing, I was shocked to see all of 3 entrees on the menu, none of which were the traditional Hungarian I was looking for. I ordered the burger which was fine. Fries were ok. I ordered an appetizer cheese plate which was brought with my burger so I just had it packed for take away. I’m assuming that’s how it’s done here so just ask if you’d like your appetizer brought first. The servers were good natured and helpful. They seem to have a great drink menu - too bad I had a bottle of wine already waiting at home. Atmosphere is great and I loved the artwork being featured (for sale too).
Written June 24, 2018
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Pedro M Correa
Brno37 contributions
May 2018 • couples
Had a very pleasant breakfast, great service and beautiful art in the wall, and most of them are for sale. English breakfast recommended.
Written May 13, 2018
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Tamas M
Istanbul22 contributions
Nov 2017 • friends
Went there with a friend in October 2017, the service is a combination of self-service and service. Staff were very nice and the food tasty, the whole impression is surprisingly good for a cafe which is part of a cinema.
Written November 17, 2017
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garry j
Brisbane162 contributions
Oct 2017 • couples
thanks to all staff this café was so close to where we stayed in the apartment that was straight out of the communist how to decorate book at least we could get great coffee and food
Written October 7, 2017
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705esztern
10 contributions
Jul 2016 • friends
Aaaand dear everyone, finally i have another favourite bar and restaurant in lovely Budapest. Puskin is an amazing place with a very kind and caring stuff. I mean they are always close to you and ask if you need something else. I liked them so much. The place is nice inside and outside as well. I enjoyed reading the fun "quotes" on the wall, like: "beer is the answer but i dont remember the question." :-) Hahah! It was such a great time there im sure im gona visit them again. Thanks!
Written July 15, 2016
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District V / Inner City
Discover the Inner City along the banks of the Danube, with its fashionable shops and iconic buildings. The Inner-City Parish Church and St. Stephen’s Basilica stand out as two of the finest examples of architecture in the area. If you are still hunting for more historical treats, then the ruins of the medieval city walls on Kecskeméti Utca are a must-visit while the Soviet War Memorial is also worthy of attention and relevant to Hungary’s more recent history. If shopping is on your itinerary, then be prepared: the market squares in this area are an absolute delight, particularly during the Christmas period, but even throughout the year you’ll find the latest trends in the shops on Vaci Utca.
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