Lakomatív Budapest

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Mária from Budapest

About me I am an open-minded and curious person who almost became a digital nomad but decided that there is no better place for me to be than Budapest and its surroundings. I like traveling, nature, gardening, discovering new places, and solving mysteries. I am into culture, social issues, and volunteering. I studied German linguistics and Public Policy but ended up in IT. And my biggest hob...
"The fun part? Your drinks are brought by real model trains! The restaurant is in a cellar with small rails along the walls next to the tables..."

If you love model trains, this place is a must-see! Located near Keleti railway station, it immerses you in the fun world of trains and railways.

The fun part? Your drinks are brought by real model trains! The restaurant is in a cellar with small rails along the walls next to the tables. Each table is a sort of a  'train station' where 'waiter' trains stop by to bring beverages and pick up empty glasses and bottles. Real-looking miniatures of various landscapes and places in Hungary and beyond dilute the myriad of tables. Some of them can be set in motion with a push of a button!

This is not a high-end restaurant, but the food is tasty, and the portions are hearty. Most of the food is typical Hungarian dishes served during traditional Sunday lunches. It is not by chance the name includes the word 'Lakoma' that means 'feast' or 'banquet'. They also have a wide variety of drinks including local Hungarian craft beers that I have not seen anywhere else.

This place is family-friendly and fun for both kids and adults! I enjoyed the experience, especially once when there was a big local family there that invited a live band and they were playing live music the whole evening.

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About me I am an open-minded and curious person who almost became a digital nomad but decided that there is no better place for me to be than Budapest and its surroundings. I like traveling, nature, gardening, discovering new places, and solving mysteries. I am into culture, social issues, and volunteering. I studied German linguistics and Public Policy but ended up in IT. And my biggest hobby is showing the beauty of Budapest and sharing its secrets with people. Why Budapest? Budapest or Pest-Buda-Obuda is a wonderful jewelry box of true beauty that can be enjoyed and...

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Budapest, Budapest 1078, Verseny u. 2, 1076 Hungary

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