Szaletly

I've been coming here since the spring of 2022. It was good then, but it's only been getting better. The quality, creative bistro is what Budapest was missing, but now, there are more of them and Szaletly is one of the best, probably my favorite. To clarify, Szaltely is not a Michelin starred restaurant and Michelin recommended restaurants aren't expected to be fine dining. A bistro, like Szaletly, is where you'll meet the creations of passionate chefs interested in making great and clever food and putting their hearts into it. The menu changes often. But, everything has been made to a high standard and most things have been excellent. Furthermore the service is friendly and attentive. The vibe is casual. I love this place. It's what Budapest needs. More, please.

Absolutely delicious food and experience. We were probably the only tourists here, almost only locals. We had the tasting menu which was a beautiful combination of Hungarian and modern cuisine. The suggested wine menu was also very well paired. Lovely atmosphere with live music. Would definitely go again. We understand why they were in the Michelin guide 2024! Ps. Book in advance. We did 3 three weeks beforehand.

what can i say. good food with a hungarian twist. the staff was plentyfull so enough attention from them. and the kitchen was crazy fast, maybe a bit to fast for my liking. the wine menu isnt that big but full of good choices. i would say go.

I got the tasting menu. The service was flawless. Service checked when I finished and shortly got the next plate. The cherry soup and the venison were so good that I will dream about them long after. For me, was the dessert too much after four courses

Well I haven’t even finished the meal but I needed to write this review because this meal is just that special. Ashamed to admit that I was ignorant towards the complexity, heart, and attention to detail that Hungarian cuisine can require but oh my, this restaurant is a showcase of how dynamic but homey Hungarian food can be. The foie gras dish is so thoughtful — every sauce, every micro green matters and is executed to perfection. The potatoes salad brought me back to my childhood in North Carolina picnics. The sour cherry soup is unlike anything I’ve ever had and I could have had 5 more bowls. Thank you to the chef and staff for my introduction to the beauty and celebration of Hungarian food. I am a fan!

We had the pumpkin soup, the grilled salmon with brussel sprouts and the mangalica-terrine and the blueberry tart. Everything was delicious, the main courses were pretty big portions. The drinks were top notch as well. And a special thank you for our server Vivien 💖 she was really friendly and helpful and just lovely all around. Definitely will be back, cause we haven't got to try everything we wanted from the menu.

Szaletly offers an elevated take on Hungarian cuisine in a calm, beautifully designed setting. I started with the foie gras mousse, paired with raspberry-honey pear purée, chamomile apple and a hazelnut brioche. It tasted rich, balanced, and creative. The cellar goulash (pincepörkölt) was a standout: very tender Hungarian Simmental beef in a deep, flavorful sauce, served with warm smoked potatoes. The smoked potatoes added an earthy, aromatic touch. It was surprisingly good. As for the desert, Tokaji duo + bites, matched with two stunning sweet wines: Serpens 2018 and Bott-rytis. A perfect ending. Service was smooth and knowledgeable, Highly recommended for anyone wanting to explore the depth of modern Hungarian gastronomy.

It is better to reserve in advance. I had one of my best meal here. The food was AMAZING. Super tasteful and you could notice they spent time on their menu. I loved everything here and will go back next time I am in Budapest.