New York Café

Cafe · Budapest District VI ·

New York Café

Cafe · Budapest District VI ·

Grand cafe with opulent interiors & live violin music

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Budapest, Erzsébet krt. 9-11, 1073 Hungary Get directions

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"The hotel’s famously lavish café presents a Disneyfied take on Belle Époque café society: ornate décor and theatrical presentation draw cruise-weary tourists who linger over goulash, pose for selfies, and indulge in an escapist, staged version of historic urban café life." - Chris Wallace Chris Wallace Chris Wallace is a New York-based writer and photographer. He recently published his first book, "Twentieth-Century Man," about the late artist Peter Beard. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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"Every visit of Budapest should include a stop at Gerbaud, Ruszwurm or New York Café." - Le Guide MICHELIN

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"This traditional coffee house serves some of the best cakes in a luxurious, charmingly traditional environment, and every visit to Budapest should include a stop here." - Le Guide MICHELIN

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/michelin-guide-budapest-a-guide-to-hungarian-cuisine-and-where-to-find-the-best-of-it

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"Impressive for its high rococo ceilings and riot of colorful stucco decorations, this is a grand place to drop in for a pastry." - Le Guide MICHELIN

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Over 125 years old, it was the nicest cafe in the world at the time it was built where artists and writers gathered. Nowadays, they have lots of foie gras on the menu. Bourdain ate: goose liver terrine, pork throttle stew. Lunch date: Peter Zilahy, poet and performing artist.

Budapest

New York Café

ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ Σ.

Google

We had a truly wonderful dining experience at the New York Café, one of the most stunning and atmospheric places we have ever visited. The setting is absolutely breathtaking, with magnificent décor that transports you to another era. The service was impeccable and the food was exceptionally delicious. The experience was elevated even more by the enchanting sounds of the violin, which perfectly complemented the elegant atmosphere. If you are visiting Budapest, this is a place you absolutely must visit. Special thanks to Floris for the outstanding service and his warm hospitality!

Eliza W.

Google

Today I had the pleasure – or rather, the displeasure – of visiting this cafe. I must admit, the interior is stunning, and since I was with a large group, I was pleasantly surprised that we didn't have to wait in line. However, that’s where the compliments end. The waitress took our order but seemed completely spacey. Then the endless waiting began. The staff just drifted between tables, and most of them didn't speak English. Our food arrived after 30 minutes, but the coffees were nowhere to be seen. Another half hour passed before we finally got them, except for one espresso. To make matters worse, nobody bothered to clear the dirty dishes from our table. In the end, my friend had to go to the kitchen herself to remind them about the missing espresso. The 'cherry on top' was the fine print in the menu: a 15% service charge added to the bill. With service like this, you can't even call it 'service.' Besides, nobody asked us which currency we wanted to pay in; the bill was issued in Forints, and card payments were only accepted in Forints, even though prices were also listed in Euros My advice? Admire the interior through the window, but go somewhere else for your coffee.

Osman C.

Google

If you are looking to leave a restaurant feeling angry, hungry, and robbed, this is the place for you. Our experience at New York Café was an absolute fiasco costing 27,640 HUF. The only thing worth seeing is the decor, but even that was denied to us: we were tucked away in a back corner where you couldn't see anything. It felt like being seated with the coal shovelers on the Titanic while everyone else enjoyed the luxury. The service is abysmal. You have to practically hunt down the waiters just to get noticed. To make matters worse, they served our food before our drinks. After asking for the drinks again, we were told they would take 20 minutes—a blatant lie, as when the coffees finally arrived, the foam had already collapsed. This means they had been sitting there ready for ages, and no one bothered to bring them. The food was a total letdown (the 6,000+ HUF Eggs Benedict was a joke). They also charged us an unlisted supplement for non-dairy milk without any prior notice. This is a textbook tourist trap. Don't expect a human response if you complain; they just copy-paste the same generic replies to every negative review. Save your money and your dignity: Budapest has wonderful places to visit, but this definitely isn't one of them

Catalina B.

Google

★★★★★ 5+ Stars Highly recommended New York Café! The place is absolutely stunning, and the quality of the live musicians truly transports you back in time. The atmosphere is elegant, magical, and perfect for special occasions. A special 5+ star recognition for our waiter, K. Sandor. From the moment we arrived, he welcomed us with warmth, professionalism, and genuine kindness. He is extremely polite and clearly someone with remarkable values. We mentioned we were celebrating our anniversary, and he surprised us with a delicious cheesecake — absolutely delightful. He also thoughtfully brought us a brochure about the café’s history, which made the experience even more special. We ordered the Dubai Coffee and a latte — both were excellent and perfect for a celebration night. The menu is very extensive, and everything looks exquisite. We will definitely return — especially to be attended again by our friend K. Sandor!

Liam

Google

After seeing it, one may understand why they call it the most beautiful café in the world. We ordered two hot chocolates and two desert's. It was quite delicious and very well presented. The only critique would be the pricing as we payed around 50 Euro's. Also the staff are quite unbothered which seems to be normal in Budapest. Otherwise a great place to visit

Renu N

Google

New York Café is often described as one of the most beautiful cafés in the world, and visually, it truly is stunning. The interiors are grand and elegant, and the ambience is impressive. However, the café is extremely crowded—there was a long queue stretching all the way to the road, clearly driven by its reputation and décor. Unfortunately, the food and service did not live up to the setting. We ordered a Caesar salad, pasta, and an ice cream. The pasta and ice cream were good, but the Caesar salad was a major disappointment—the lettuce was cut in such large pieces that it was difficult to eat. I would strongly advise skipping it. The service also felt indifferent. The staff didn’t seem particularly interested in the dining experience and appeared more focused on the size of the bill than on customer service. Another uncomfortable aspect was the mandatory tipping at the time of billing—the payment wouldn’t proceed unless a tip was added. This is something I personally do not appreciate, especially when the food or service hasn’t met expectations. Overall, New York Café is worth visiting once for the breathtaking interiors and ambience, but expectations for food and service should be kept low. Go for the experience and photos, not for a memorable meal.

Sude•

Google

It truly lives up to its claims of being the most beautiful cafe in the world. The desserts were fantastic, and the atmosphere instantly transports you back in time. The waiting time is approximately 30-35 minutes, and you'll also wait inside, but it's definitely worth a visit if you're in Budapest.

Ugur G.

Google

An unforgettable experience at New York Café. The atmosphere is absolutely stunning. Its truly one of the most beautiful cafés in the world. The food and desserts were delicious, and everything felt elegant and well-organized. Thank you, Vanda, for your kindness and excellent service, we will definitely be back! A must-visit in Budapest!

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MICHELIN Guide Budapest: a guide to Hungarian cuisine, and where to find the best of it

"Every visit of Budapest should include a stop at Gerbaud, Ruszwurm or New York Café." - Le Guide MICHELIN

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New York Café

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

MICHELIN Guide Budapest: a guide to Hungarian cuisine, and where to find the best of it

"This traditional coffee house serves some of the best cakes in a luxurious, charmingly traditional environment, and every visit to Budapest should include a stop here." - Le Guide MICHELIN

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/michelin-guide-budapest-a-guide-to-hungarian-cuisine-and-where-to-find-the-best-of-it

New York Café

@michelinguide

48,380 Postcards · 8,030 Cities

MICHELIN Guide Budapest : from breakfast to dinner, the perfect gourmet day

"Impressive for its high rococo ceilings and riot of colorful stucco decorations, this is a grand place to drop in for a pastry." - Le Guide MICHELIN

https://guide.michelin.com/en/article/features/michelin-guide-budapest-from-breakfast-to-dinner-the-perfect-gourmet-day

New York Café

@partsunknown

621 Postcards · 254 Cities

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ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ Σ.

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Eliza W.

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Osman C.

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Catalina B.

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Liam

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Renu N

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Sude•

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Ugur G.

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