Gettó Gulyás — Restaurant in Budapest

The restaurant itself is great, there is plenty of room and the ambiance is great. Service is the way we like it, straightforward and fast. The funniest part was were the waiters telling us thank you everytime we ordered something.

Even though they seem a little grumpy, the waiters do a good and fast job of taking orders and making sure the food arrives quick, I am assuming the language barrier is the biggest part of why some foreign reviews give a lower score on service, but that didn't really hamper the experience for us.

So, the food. We are very mixed up about this part. We made sure to order the more authentic parts on the menu, as there are some standard offerings like tenderloin steak or white fish if you want to go for those options.

The drinks were great, nothing out of the ordinary, some soda and red wine, my wife had the homemade lemonade, make sure to get that one, the lemonade is the best in her words.

We started with the beef tartare and bread with dip. Now take into considiration when ordering the bread with dip, your dip is a very meat-heavy stock sauce with big pieces of onion and spicy green pepper. This is not stated on the menu f.y.i. We just expected some salted butter, but there we go. In contrast, the beef tartare was exactly as it stated on the paper.

Afterwards we got our maincourses, I specifically had the venison stew. Honestly, it wasn't a stew anymore but more in the area of pulled beef with a lot of reduced heavy sauce and some egg dipped bread. Not that there is anything wrong with the meal, but here is where the language barrier comes in, I am assuming the hungarian parts of the menu describe the dishes a lot better than the english parts, thus we felt a bit off when we got our dishes. Not really knowing what you are getting since the translations don't line up 100%.

Nevertheless, the food wasn't bad, but for us, a lot. The portions are quite a lot if you take the full 3 course experience. If you are not a big eater, one main course will do its job.

All in all, I would recommend the restaurant, just make sure to ask questions about the starters and stew menu so you are sure what you are getting. The waiters are friendly enough even if they don't...

Gettó Gulyás is the kind of place that reminds you why Hungarian food deserves a top spot in the world of comfort cuisine. tucked away in Budapest’s Jewish Quarter, it blends old-school charm with a lively, modern energy. we were a group of five, led by a local who practically considers this his second dining room, and we made it our mission to taste as much of the menu as possible.

The food? simply fantastic. the roasted bone marrow on toast was an indulgent, buttery dream. the veal stew and the classic goulash were everything you want from traditional Hungarian dishes - deep, rich flavors, slow-cooked to perfection. the chicken paprikash was like a warm hug, and the sausage selections were packed with smoky, spicy goodness. and for me personally, the standout was the potato soup... so flavorful and satisfying that I’m still thinking about it.

What really impressed us was how fast the dishes arrived, despite the clear effort and quality that went into them. this isn’t just some casual kitchen churning out plates - it’s a high-end operation where the chefs know exactly what they’re doing. and the waiters? absolute pros. they don’t just serve food- they treat it like a craft. they know the menu inside and out, make great recommendations, and somehow manage to keep things running smoothly even when the place is packed.

Speaking of which, this place does get packed. If you’re planning to come, do yourself a favor and book a table in advance. the warm lighting, rustic decor, and the comforting scent of paprika in the air make for an inviting atmosphere, perfect for long conversations over hearty meals.

All in all, Gettó Gulyás isn’t just a restaurant... it’s an experience. one that makes you want to come back again and again, just to try a little more of the...

We had an amazing evening at Gettó Gulyás, a renowned Hungarian-Jewish restaurant in Budapest’s Jewish Quarter. The menu offers a beautifully curated selection of local dishes, and the quality is evident in every bite.

For starters, we tried oven-roasted bone marrow with garlic toast—rich, well-seasoned, and utterly delicious—and a Hungarian mushroom pancake accompanied by a vivid red paprika sauce and a dollop of sour cream. The attention to detail in plating was delightful.

The main dish of pan-fried catfish in red paprika sauce, served alongside a unique bacon-wrapped noodle creation topped with dill, was absolutely outstanding. It stood out as the best dish I’ve had in Budapest so far. My friend’s wild stew with semolina dumplings was equally flavorful and tender—a real highlight. We also sampled the pickled vegetables (savanyúság) served alongside—crisp, tangy and an excellent complement to the stews.

Dessert was a house-made sponge cake layered with chocolate and vanilla cream, roasted walnuts, and a drizzle of chocolate sauce—airy, moist, balanced, and irresistibly good. A truly memorable finale.

We also had a homemade pear-mint (originally lemongrass) lemonade—refreshing, aromatic, and the best lemonade I’ve tasted in Budapest.

Service was exceptional—the waiter was friendly, attentive, and always seemed to know exactly when to check in. It’s no surprise the place was fully booked—advance reservation is absolutely recommended.

In summary: Gettó Gulyás offers honest, creative Hungarian cuisine with care in every dish, from starters to dessert. The ambiance is welcoming, the service thoughtful, and the prices reasonable. It was the perfect way to cap off our trip. We’ll definitely return—it’s a true gem...