2 Best Restaurants in Kecskemét, Hungary

This traditional Viennese-style coffeehouse has one of the most beautiful interiors in Kecskemét, with elaborate wall frescoes, gorgeous mosaic floors, and gold-framed mirrors. Come for the decor, stay for the decorative cakes and pastries, from distinctly Hungarian creations like somlói kocka to French patisserie classics like éclairs and macarons. There are vegan cakes and pastries, too, as well as a small selection of sandwiches and other savory options.

This cozy, csárda-style eatery tucked away on a side street a 10-minute walk from the main square is warm and bright. The inner area has wood paneling and upholstered booths; the outer section has simple wooden tables covered with locally embroidered tablecloths and matching curtains. Food is heavy, ample, and tasty, whether it’s “outlaw” paprikas with barley-shaped, egg-based pasta; tripe stew with crushed potatoes; turkey breast; or goose liver. Request a plate of dried paprikas—usually crumbled into soup—if you really want to spice things up.