Celebrate Valentine’s Day 2026 aboard Budapest’s moored Vogue Boat Restaurant with Danube views, live music, welcome cocktail, and a curated three-course dinner for couples and first dates.
when: 2026.02.14., Saturday
where: 1137 Budapest, Carl Lutz rakpart XIII/19
Spend a romantic evening on the moored Vogue Boat Restaurant in Budapest on February 14, 2026. The Danube views, sleek design, live music, and a welcome drink set the mood for first dates or long-time loves, topped with a special three-course dinner.
Price and Drinks
The three-course menu costs $66. The price excludes drinks and a 15% service charge. Welcome drink: Vogue Valentine cocktail.
Starters / Soup
Smoked salmon with horseradish mousse, radish, toast; Duck liver tart with Tokaj (Tokaji) foam and freeze-dried raspberries; Cheesy arancini with salad and balsamic cream (V); Sweet potato cream soup with herb oil (VGN, GM, LM).
Mains
Parmesan chicken with pesto gnocchi, grilled cherry tomatoes, crispy Prosciutto di Parma; Dijon beef medallions with truffled mashed potatoes, Lyonnaise onions, marinated celery, jus (LM); Pike-perch fillet with saffron cauliflower purée, grilled sweet potato, lemon essence (GM); Grilled goat cheese with wine-poached pear, honey-lime blueberry ragout, salad (V, GM).
Desserts
Pistachio-raspberry tiramisu; Basque cheesecake with salted caramel and hazelnut (GM); Chocolate brownie with chocolate sauce and strawberry sorbet (LM).
Booking Notes
From 17:00, only the Valentine’s menu is available; no à la carte, vouchers, or coupons accepted. Guests may choose any three courses; no custom requests. GM: gluten-free, LM: lactose-free, V: vegetarian, VGN: vegan.
2025, adrienne
Pros
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Romantic, photogenic setting right on the Danube with skyline views and live music—easy wow factor for Valentine’s dates
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Price is reasonable by U.S. big-city standards for a special night out ($66 for three courses), and the menu reads upscale
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Clear vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options make it friendly for various diets
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Location is in central Budapest, a major European capital widely known to U.S. travelers, so it’s easy to add to a city-break itinerary
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Staff in Budapest hospitality usually speak good English, so Hungarian isn’t needed for booking or dining
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Easy access: riverside venues are reachable by tram/metro or short rideshare; driving and taxis are straightforward
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Compared to Valentine river dining in places like Paris or London, this offers similar romance for a lower price point
- It’s a moored boat, not an actual cruise—less “moving along the river” magic than some may expect
Cons
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Drinks and a 15% service charge are extra, so the final bill can climb quicker than the headline price
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Family-friendliness is limited: the vibe is date-night focused, live music is adult-leaning, and picky kids may not love the fixed menu
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No à la carte or custom requests that evening, which can be frustrating if you have specific preferences or allergies beyond listed notes
