What to order at Kőleves Vendéglő

Must order
The weekday lunch deal: soup, main and dessert in the kosher-meat-plant room.
Signature dishes
Goulash, Chicken paprikash
Editor tip
Lunch menu Mon to Fri until 16:00; the summer garden across the road is the better seat.
CuisineHungarian
Price$$
NeighborhoodErzsebetvaros
HoursTue-Wed 12:00-22:00; Thu-Sat 12:00-23:00; Sun 12:00-22:00
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Location

Address: Kazinczy utca 41, 1075 Budapest

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