Gay Hussar

thamshere

Better than Buda 1st October 2008

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The big problem with Hungary is that it just isn't very Hungarian any more. I challenge you to find good, solid, traditional Hungarian food within a mile of the center of Budapest. Sure, there's some excellent Italian grub to be had, and of course there are all those awful 'restaurants' along the tourist strip, but where oh where has all the *real* food gone?

To the Gay Hussar. That's where.

Unpretentious and unassuming. Rich, heavy and powerful. You're not going to need a dessert at the Gay Hussar

We came here after a play at the Soho Theatre, just around the corner. Arriving late we found the restaurant to have a fair few empty chairs, a surprise for a Friday night even at nine thirty. I guess the Hussar just isn't very hip.

Service was good. Attentive and helpful and the food came quickly. The restaurant is not large, so I don't imagine they would be over-taxed even with all seats taken.

The food is not fantastic and it is not stunning to look at. There are no diva-chefs prancing in the kitchen here. Still, it is good and there's a lot of it. You can expect to be well fed and experience a few flavours and combinations you might not find elsewhere.

Big hunks of meat attended by rich sauces and simple side-dishes are the name of the game. It's exactly what I wanted but could never find when I was in Hungary. Over there it's all street-cafes and rocket. What do they do in the winter, when the rocket's frozen and the streets are full of snow? I don't know, but I know I would prefer to be eating at the Gay Hussar.

Niamheen at 01/10/08

Sounds wonderful! I could really do with a paprika packed Hungarian stew right now :)

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misstravelbug

Old school 9th September 2008

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Love the old school decor. Good ambience, quiet, classy. Hungarian food was good, great selection to choose from. Lovely charming service. Average value, it's a nice place to check out.

gastro1

Hungarian School Dinners 14th June 2008

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this restaurant is an institution a canteen for journos and politicians.

The food has always been average at best. Worth a visit in winter for Goulash , Bortsch or Wiener Schnitzel.

csucg

Wonderful. 27th September 2007

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This place is quirky, but excellent. Watch out for the incredibly hot peppers they serve as a free snack. Wines excellent, too - grab a glass (no more) of Tokaji with your dessert. Also, the head waiter is invariably (and usually hilariously) drunk and a 9/10 for Vladamir Putin.

Don't miss!