Budapest’s ARAZ Restaurant is keeping Sunday lunch relaxed and delicious in 2026 with a flexible two- or three-course menu that you build to your taste. Every Sunday, guests choose from three soups, five mains, and three desserts in the heart of the city at 42–44 Dohány Street (Dohány utca), and each menu comes with a drink and coffee included. The point is simple: stroll in, unwind, and let the kitchen take care of the weekend pause—whether you’re a gourmand, a brunch loyalist sneaking in a late lunch, or just in the mood for a comforting classic.
How It Works
Guests choose either a two-course or a three-course Sunday menu. The culinary team led by Chef de Cuisine Áron Barka refreshes the lineup weekly, so regulars never get the same experience twice. Pick one soup, one main, and optionally a dessert to complete your set. The menu price includes one mineral water or soft drink, one glass of wine or beer, and a cup of coffee. Service runs on Sundays from 12:00 to 14:30, and a 12% service charge is added to the final bill. For bookings of more than 10 people, the team asks you to inquire by email. Arriving by car? Show your bill at reception before you leave to validate your parking ticket.
This Weekend’s Lineup
The current Sunday lunch menu (2026.01.19.) leans into warm, bright flavors and Hungarian favorites with a few global detours.
Soups:
– Lebbencs soup with sausage chips — a hearty Hungarian noodle soup lifted by crisp, savory bites.
– Quince–celeriac cream soup with blue cheese and rosemary croutons (vegetarian) — sweet-tart and aromatic, rich yet balanced.
– Mexican-style beef chili bean soup with cheesy tortilla chips — robust, gently spicy, and spoonable comfort.
Mains:
– Crispy pork belly with grilled polenta made with sheep’s cheese, chive sour cream, and roasted onions (gluten-free).
– Székely cabbage stew with sour cream and sourdough bread — the soul of comfort food.
– African peanut chicken ragout with sweet potato, rice, and pickled onion (lactose-free, gluten-free) — nutty, silky, and bright.
– Veggie tikka masala with basmati rice and fried-onion naan (vegetarian, lactose-free, gluten-free).
– Hortobágy-style stuffed pancake — a classic savory filled crêpe with a paprika-laced sauce.
Desserts:
– Diós guba with custard — the nutty cousin of the buttery poppy seed roll, soaked and sauced.
– Black Forest cake — chocolate, cherries, cream, the works.
– Crema catalana — citrus-kissed custard with a caramelized top.
Prices, Drinks, and Details
Two courses cost 6,900 HUF, and three courses cost 8,400 HUF. Converted for clarity: two courses are about $19.10, three courses around $23.25. The offer includes one mineral water or soft drink, one glass of wine or beer, and a coffee to finish. A 12% service charge applies to the bill total. If you’re organizing a group, send them an email for bookings of more than 10 guests. Parking validation is available at reception when you present your bill before departure.
When To Go
Sundays set the rhythm here, and the calendar is set for the year. ARAZ serves these Sunday lunches on:
– 2026: 01.18.; 01.25.; 02.01.; 02.08.; 02.15.; 02.22.; 03.01.; 03.08.; 03.15.; 03.22.; 03.29.; 04.05.; 04.12.; 04.19.; 04.26.; 05.03.; 05.10.; 05.17.; 05.24.; 05.31.; 06.07.; 06.14.; 06.21.; 06.28.; 07.05.; 07.12.; 07.19.; 07.26.; 08.02.; 08.09.; 08.16.; 08.23.; 08.30.; 09.06.; 09.13.; 09.20.; 09.27.; 10.04.; 10.11.; 10.18.; 10.25.; 11.01.; 11.08.; 11.15.; 11.22.; 11.29.; 12.06.; 12.13.; 12.20.
Where You’ll Be
The restaurant sits in Budapest’s historic center, in the city’s bohemian quarter. It’s part of the Continental Hotel Budapest**** Superior, a design-forward property fusing Secession-era charm with sleek modern interiors. The hotel has 272 rooms, including 13 suites, plus high-speed internet and services tailored for both leisure and business travelers. Facilities include five well-equipped conference rooms, an underground garage, a Wellness and Fitness area, massage services, the ARAZ Restaurant itself, the Galéria Café & Corporate Lounge, tranquil inner courtyards, and a panoramic rooftop garden. It’s a stylish base for a lazy lunch or a full city weekend.
Beyond Sunday Lunch
ARAZ isn’t just a once-a-week fix. The kitchen rolls out varied weekly lunch menus, a Sunday brunch selection, seasonal specialties, and standout wine dinners. The ethos is to blend heritage and innovation: traditional Hungarian gastronomy reimagined with modern kitchen techniques, where the old and new combine into something fresher—sometimes nudging into the future without losing its roots.
Galéria Café, A Historic Sip
Another jewel in the hotel’s gastronomic crown is the faithfully restored Galéria Café, easiest to reach from the main entrance. Turn-of-the-century Budapest lived and breathed its café culture, and this space nods to that world with contemporary polish. The former Continental Hotel welcomed a stream of artists and writers—among them Attila József—and regulars from the old Hungária Café often slipped over to enjoy the amenities of the Hungária Baths. It’s a little slice of Budapest history with your espresso.
Good To Know
Organizers reserve the right to change the date and program. For tables, bookings are recommended. Sundays, 12:00–14:30, in central Budapest. Bring an appetite and a soft spot for classics done right, plus a curiosity for dishes that wander a bit farther afield without losing their Hungarian heartbeat.
