3 Best Restaurants in Veszprém, Hungary

In the heart of downtown Veszprém, this restaurant is a little tricky to find—look for the covered alley off the southeastern edge of Óváros Tér—but it's as charming as they come, with dim lighting and stylish decor, fine Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, and unfailingly friendly staff. The interior of the establishment is decorated in soft Mediterranean colors, including olive-green banquettes and funky artworks, while the lovely, leafy terrace has live music several nights a week. There's also a hotel here, offering 20 comfortable rooms and good wellness facilities, including an outdoor Jacuzzi.

Tucked away in a pretty valley to the west of Castle Hill, Villa Medici is widely considered to be one of the region's best restaurants—and for good reason. The setting is simply beautiful, whether you dine in the attractive interior, featuring walls lined with original artworks, or out on the charming lamplit garden terrace, set around a lily pond. The service from the formal white-gloved staff is impeccable, and the food is superb. Choose from a selection of five-course set menus (prices range from 23,900 to 26,900 HUF) to enjoy well-presented dishes à la carte, including porcini cream soup, smoked red tuna steak, and quail breast and thigh. Villa Medici also has a few hotel rooms, though some old-fashioned decor means they don't reach the standard of the restaurant.

Situated on Óváros tér (Old Town Square) at the foot of Castle Hill, this charming little bistro offers an extensive menu of Italian favorites, including pizzas, pastas, and risottos, alongside some distinctly Hungarian grilled and fried meat dishes. If you come at lunchtime, you'll also find a great value daily menu, with main courses typically priced below 2,000 HUF. The interior is cozy and charming, with arched ceilings and, oddly, a built-in aquarium of tropical fish. In nice weather you can sit outdoors on the lovely terrace.