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Gundel Review
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Gundel
- Address: District XIV, Állatkerti út 2, Városliget, Budapest
- Phone: 1/321-3550
- Price range: $$$$
- Cuisine: Eastern European
- Location: Varosliget
Fodor's Review:
This is probably Hungary's most celebrated restaurant, both for its history (opened in 1894) as well as its renovation in the 1990s by Hungarian-American restaurateur George Lang. The gorgeous setting in the City Park includes an Art Nouveau bar designed by Adam Tihany. Fin-de-siècle grandeur shines through in the glorious dining room, tastefully adorned with 19th- and 20th-century Hungarian paintings, and a 10-piece gypsy band adds an earnest nostalgia to the place. The food, sadly, is just a bit above average, though some classics such as goose liver pâté and Gundel pancakes are well executed. Nevertheless, a visit is a uniquely memorable experience.
- Keep in mind: Jacket and tie. Reservations essential.
- Credit Cards: AE, DC, MC, V
- Metro: M1: Hosoek tere
Member Reviews & Ratings:
Way overrated and living on the past reviews
Posted by oandw from Knoxville, Tennessee on 11/21/07
I do not know which generation is running this restaurant but they have taken it downhill. From a rude welcome to an almost empty place to average food at best this was a mistake. Prices are off the chart but that would be ok if the other elements of a good dining experience were met. Service was good but only one of a group of eight had an above average meal. I would not reccomend as others in Budapest are better and modestly priced. Music was overloud to boot.
Go for the experience!
Posted by Rhardy5554 from Seattle area on 6/26/07
If you like old world charm, strolling (and not) musicians, this is the place for you. But if you like fine food (at these prices, you should), go elsewhere.
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