Laurel Budapest

I had the set lunch menu at Laurel and had a great experience. The prix fixe menu is incredibly affordable compared to similar options in Budapest, and it is worth it. The “snack” course was mostly good, though the walnut cake was a bit sour and bland. However, the sauce that accompanied the sturgeon was incredible – I voraciously spooned every last drop into my mouth. The water buffalo with shaved smoked egg yolks was my favorite dish of the meal, and the veal was so tender I could easily pull apart with a fork. The only downside was the dessert, which I found unpalatable. Overall, Laurel is super worth it and offers an excellent dining experience. RACH Recommended

This wasn't just dinner, it was an experience. We had the vegan tasting menu and it was phenomenal. Every dish was matched perfectly to local wines. Staff were so lovely and the chef made us some special lamingtons. If you want a special treat, I highly recommend.

Beautiful little restaurant. Excellent ambience and a spectacular tasting menu. We did both a wine and non alcoholic pairing and both were amazing. The explanation for each dish and the choice of paring was great - and it was clear how passionate the staff are about this place.

Laurel, nestled on the Pest side near the Oktogon metro station, offers a fine dining experience that’s both elegant and comfortable. Before our visit, I requested a pescatarian menu, which was readily accommodated by mixing dishes from their regular and vegetarian options. The wine pairings, recommended by a knowledgeable sommelier, complemented our meals well.The restaurant's emphasis on texture in its dishes was notable, though we personally would have preferred bolder flavors. This preference for more pronounced tastes is simply our own. Throughout our dinner, the service was attentive and thorough, making sure we felt well-cared for.

The food is simply amazing! The combinations are unique and tasteful. It’s the best tasting-menu I have ever had. The service is perfect. U can’t not miss this spot if ever visiting Budapest!

Absolutely incredible. A really special tasting menu that stood out next to others I’ve had. Every course was so intresting, memorable, and purposeful. The food was complex without being overly complicated and the ingredients were so flavorful and fresh. The veal main course was exceptionally delicious and delicate while also being substantial with three hearty pieces of meat. Service was attentive and excellent as well! Hope to have to opportunity to return in the future.

I must tell that this was our best restaurant experience ever. Laurel represents the very best of fine dining, with wonderfully accommodating staff, food of the highest quality and great wine choices of course. We enjoyed a splendid 3 hour dinner, we tried both the chef's and the vegan tasting menu, and I can only recommend all couples to do the same. Zsuzsi's desserts oftentimes hitting the peak of flavor combinations that made our brains go mushy with euphoria. The wine pairings were at least as good as Péter's professional, yet light and funny presentations. We can only recommend the place to everyone, an unforgettable experience! Thank you!

Really good michellin guide experience. The menu was surprisingly big, i arrived hungry and left completely full. Not a to criticize as i rated the place 5* but some comments where i think it could be even better. 1. The lights could be a bit warmer in the restaurant. 2. However the service and attention was really good, they should offer the wine pairing a bit less times. (We choosed to go without wine pairing and got wine bottle instead) but it was mentioned at least 4 times that we could choose the pairing option. 3. The 3 desserts wasn't necessary in my opinion, the sea buckthorn-honey one was perfect, the lard pastry sith plum was a bit heavy for me in the end, the bonbons were a nice closing. 4. There was a dish mentioned on the menu when we booked what never arrived something with watermelon and tomato, but maybe we it was just an IT issue, and we went when the menu was changed Professional staff, good complete menu, i would recommend it to others.