Jan 27, 2025

Café Csiga Budapest

Dining in a friendly atmosphere

"Café Csiga is a classic local spot, with it's laid-back atmosphere and daily menu it has a lot of regulars, who come often for a good lunch, café or beer."

Csiga is a friendly, cozy café and restaurant with really nice cuisine, rather popular with local expats. A very nice place; not too big, but it always has a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere, and is a good place to visit with a not-too-large group of friends.

I can't say I've tried everything on the menu, but what I’ve tasted so far has always been fine. If you're going to stay in Budapest for a while, it's worth checking back, as part of the menu — the one on the blackboard on the wall — sometimes changes.

They also have wi-fi, if you need it.

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About this spot

Vásár utca 2.

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2490

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