Kistelek (Kistelek) is set to become the culinary heart of the Southern Great Plain (Dél-Alföld) on October 18, 2025, hosting one of the region’s biggest food events: the Cheese and Gastronomy Festival, also known as the Day of Hungarikums (Hungarikumok Napja). The festival will take over Saint Stephen Square (Szent István tér) and promises a spectacular celebration for food lovers and local culture enthusiasts alike.
For out-of-town guests looking for a place to stay, the newly renovated school dormitory in the center of Kistelek offers budget-friendly accommodations. Available on Fridays, Saturdays, and during school holidays, it features three floors with rooms accommodating 2–4 people and shared facilities. The venue is also ideal for events, camps, courses, and workshops, with a grand hall that holds 300 people and a club room for up to 50. If you get hungry, the surrounding restaurants serve hot meals.
Just outside Kistelek, in the Ópusztaszer National Historical Memorial Park (Ópusztaszeri Nemzeti Történeti Emlékpark), the Steam Buffet (Gőzös Büfé) serves meals from April 20 to October 31. Meanwhile, the Szeri Café (Szeri Kávézó) at the park’s Visitor Center awaits with specialty coffees, teas, soft drinks, fine wines, and premium spirits—accepting SZÉP cards and Erzsébet vouchers for extra convenience.
If you’re in the mood for genuine Hungarian dishes, the Lópofa Tavern (Lópofa Csárda) opens its doors year-round. Right next to the Kiskunmajsa Spa and Resorts (Kiskunmajsa fürdő és üdülőtelep), this spot is famous for its unmatched flavors and hearty portions.
Anyone needing a modern place to relax should check into the 100 Year-Old Inn (100 Éves Fogadó), where newly renovated, stylish rooms provide complete comfort. The restaurant inside boasts a completely revamped menu: modern creations, timeless classics, and seasonal specialties ensure there’s something for everyone.
For over a decade, a beloved restaurant in Szeged has been delighting hungry and thirsty guests with specialties like “szalontüdő” (beef lung stew) and daily menus. It’s also an ideal venue for parties, gatherings, and all kinds of celebrations.
A2 Gastro Café (A2 Gastro Caffé) in Szeged elevates breakfast and brunch to a daily ritual where simplicity meets tradition, quality, and elegance. Guests come and go, but it’s the emotions and experiences they share that truly bring the place to life.
At the Halberd Restaurant and Wine Bar (Alabárdos Étterem és Borbar) in Szeged, guests feel special from the very first moment: courteous staff, eye-catching table settings with branded porcelain and silver, fresh flowers, and candlelight transform every meal. The menu spans everything from fish to poultry and lighter options. The unique “Vasárú Cégér” (Vasárú Cégér) centerpiece adds to their wine dinner charm, and the cool cellar-like dining room is a perfect space for parties or banquets.
The Algyő Fisherman’s Tavern (Algyői Halászcsárda), located by the Tisza Bridge (Tisza-híd) between Szeged and Hódmezővásárhely, draws crowds with its authentic Szeged-style fish dishes—especially filleted carp, assorted fish soups, the legendary Szeged fish soup, and favorites like paprika carp with cottage cheese noodles or crispy fish snacks.
Tucked into a historic corner of Szeged, Alchemist (Alkimista) offers a hidden, intimate dinner experience for just 16 guests. With 9- to 11-course tasting menus, an independent kitchen, and chef-led evenings, it’s a place the Michelin Guide considers recommendation-worthy.
Menus throughout showcase classic Hungarian flavors—fish, poultry, pork, beef, pasta, you name it. Special cravings? They’ll try to prepare any off-menu requests and can design custom menus for special events as well.
