Fodor's Expert Review Padlizsán Restaurant

The elegant Eggplant Restaurant, on a quiet side street at the foot of Castle Hill behind the basilica, is Esztergom's best-kept secret. You might begin with an eggplant salad with balsamic dressing, goat cheese, olives, and pepperoni, and move on to braised venison knuckle with juniper berries, stuffed savoy cabbage, and potato noodles. The wine list is extensive. The soft hues of the two elegant inside rooms are complemented by flowers on the table and jazz playing softly in the background.