Claudia from Budapest

About me Spoiled by the beauty of my native Firenze, in Italy, I recently celebrated my 10th year in Budapest, a city I couldn't have enough of, yet. I'm an official tour guide, a journalist and a writer, but most of all someone who needs to be surrounded by lively places and stunning architecture. Why Budapest Budapest never stops surprising me and this keeps...
Aug 9, 2025

Lion's Locker Budapest

A tasty home for travellers

""Lion's Locker" in Budapest is a cute family-run cafe where I can stay all day. The staff is all wonderful - and they know how to make almond milk foam!"

It took me years to realise that what I needed for my hectic life as a tour guide was right under my nose.

Tucked a stone throw's from the Opera, this cute family-run café meets more than one need of the people who like to spend their day wandering around - in other words: they have safe locks to store heavy backpacks/luggage and enjoy a city walk without breaking your back.

In all honesty, though, what brings me here almost on a daily basis is the quality of the service and the friendly attitude of the staff. The second thing is their coffee: delicious. Not only have they selected lovely blends, but they are real latte artists. I drink almond milk, which requires some skills (and tons of patience!) to make a creamy, full-bodied cappuccino. These guys know the trick, and they serve it with beautiful smiles. They also make a lavish chia pudding, and they took the time to teach me how to make my own (theirs is still better!) The guys behind the counter are brother and sister; their mum is the chef, and Árpi - the host - is simply the best host ever!

I love to be acknowledged, and when I step into Lion's Locker I feel that I can breathe, be myself, sit down, and do my writing work while indulging in a cappuccino...or seven! Their breakfast dishes are among the best in town, everything is made with care, and with the secret ingredient of love.

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About this spot

Vasvári Pál utca 11

Cappuccino:

HUF

750

+36

205931994

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