Discover ARAZ Restaurant’s 2026 Sunday lunch in central Budapest: customizable 2–3 courses with drinks included, seasonal weekly menus by Chef Áron Barka, great value and relaxed vibes.
when: 2026.01.25., Sunday
where: 1074 Budapest, Dohány utca 42-44.
Budapest’s ARAZ Restaurant is back in 2026 with pick-your-own two- or three-course Sunday lunches, served in the city center at 42–44 Dohány Street. Every Sunday, diners can mix and match from three soups, five mains, and three desserts to build their perfect midday break. The deal includes a soft drink or mineral water, a glass of wine or beer, and a coffee.
When and How It Works
The weekend lunch runs from 12:00 to 14:30. Chef de Cuisine Áron Barka and his team refresh the lineup weekly, keeping things bold and seasonal. Choose two courses or go all in with three—drinks included—and settle into a relaxed, city-center vibe.
This Sunday’s Menu (2026.01.25.)
Soups: Mexican beef and chili bean soup with cheesy tortilla chips (LM); creamy cheese soup with spiced popcorn (vegetarian, GM); Bakonyi betyárleves (Bakony Outlaw Soup). Mains: Hortobágyi palacsinta (Hortobágy crêpes); sesame chicken with egg rice and spicy cabbage salad (GM, LM); Csabai pork loin with onion mashed potatoes and braised sauerkraut (GM, LM); lángos (fried flatbread) with goat cheese, arugula, and onion jam (vegetarian); tonkatsu Japanese breaded pork loin with spiced potatoes, pickled cucumber, and cabbage (LM). Desserts: Japanese cheesecake with strawberry sauce; Swedish almond cake; banana split.
Prices, Service, Booking
Two courses: $19.19 per person. Three courses: $23.37 per person. A 12% service charge will be added to the final bill. For groups of more than 10, please inquire via email. Driving? Before you leave, show your bill at reception to validate your parking ticket.
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Pros
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Family-friendly pick-your-own menu with kid-pleasers like banana split and lángos, plus mild options if your crew isn’t into spice
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Great value for a sit-down, city-center Sunday lunch with drinks and coffee included, cheaper than comparable U.S. brunches
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Mix of local (Hortobágyi palacsinta, Bakony soup) and international dishes (tonkatsu, Swedish cake) makes it easy to try Hungarian flavors without committing the whole meal
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Central location on Dohány Street is easy to find and close to major sights (Synagogue district), perfect for pairing with sightseeing
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No Hungarian needed—staff in central Budapest restaurants usually speak English and the format is straightforward
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Easy access: short ride by metro/tram or ride-hail; validated parking helps if you’re driving
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Weekly-changing menu keeps it fresh if you’re in town multiple Sundays
- Not a “must-see” international icon; it’s a solid local dining deal rather than a bucket-list experience
Cons
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Sunday-only and limited window (12:00–14:30) can clash with travel plans or late risers
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Popular central spot may mean crowds and some wait; 12% service charge added might surprise U.S. diners
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Compared with food halls or markets in other countries, it’s more structured and less atmospheric—great meal, but less of an “experience” than, say, a Budapest ruin bar brunch or a Barcelona market graze
