Best Pubs and Bars in Budapest for a Stag Do
Budapest's drinking scene is built around the ruin bars and that's a good thing. Szimpla Kert on Kazinczy Street set the template and dozens of others have followed. For a stag do, Budapest delivers great venues, cheap drinks and a crowd that knows how to have a good time.
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1. Jack Doyle's Irish Pub & Restaurant
A little slice of Dublin in the heart of this lively city, Jack Doyle’s Irish Pub is exactly what you should expect from an Irish bar if you’ve ever been to one before. If not, then be sure to expect a host of old-school memorabilia, plenty of comfy bench seats and a wild atmosphere that’s hard to rival with regular live music nights. As well as finding all the classic pints on tap like Guinness and Kilkenny, you’ll find a range of awesome Hungarian beers and plenty of other European options too.
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2. GoodSpirit Whisky & Cocktail Bar
Whether you prefer a creative concoction or the smooth taste of a great whiskey, GoodSpirit Budapest will definitely tick all the boxes for you. This modern and exciting pub in the heart of the city boasts a huge range of drinks on their menu, as well as providing a cool and laid-back atmosphere for punters with low lighting and stylish décor. Whilst this may not be the biggest pub in the city, it sure has a welcoming vibe and with late opening hours throughout the week makes for a great place to stop off on your big night out.
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3. Hétker Pub Budapest
A cool retro-style pub that plays host to a proper lively atmosphere, Hétker Pub Budapest is a proper no-nonsense boozer that serves some of the best beer in the city. Staying open throughout the night ‘til sunrise, this is a great location to party and dance the night away with live music throughout the week and a spacious dancefloor in the middle of the venue.
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4. For Sale Pub
Before you ask, no, this pub isn’t actually for sale! In fact, it’s probably one of the best places to grab a pint in the city if you’re looking for a cool and cosy place to enjoy a few drinks no matter what time it is, as this place stays open well past midnight during the week. With a proper rustic atmosphere inside, this Budapest pub is great not only for trying out local beers but also to grab a bite to eat with a host of traditional Hungarian dishes as well as pub classics we all know and love.
5. Andersen Pub Budapest
A large and inviting venue in the heart of the city, Andersen Pub is a wonderful bar that boasts a cool and atmospheric vibe with stripped-back features and a generous selection of drinks, mostly specialising in beer but there’s also plenty of spirits for shots and shorts too! Staying open ‘til late every night of the week bar Sundays, it’s an ideal place to stop off on your big night out if you’re looking for a Budapest pub without the frills.
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6. Esetleg Bár
Situated on the banks of the Danube is Esetleg Bar, featuring a stunning terrace that looks out over the water and onto Buda, the western half of the city. With a modern industrial-style setting inside, this bright and lively Budapest pub has plenty of pints on offer from local Hungarian brews to some European classics like Hofbrau. If you fancy a bite to eat as well, there’s plenty of hearty meals on the menu to take a look at as well. If the sun’s shining and you want to sit somewhere great to take in the views with a drink in hand, then heading here would be a wise idea.
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7. Bobek Kert
A cool retro-style pub that plays host to a proper lively atmosphere, Hétker Pub Budapest is a proper no-nonsense boozer that serves some of the best beer in the city. Staying open throughout the night ‘til sunrise, this is a great location to party and dance the night away with live music throughout the week and a spacious dancefloor in the middle of the venue.
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8. Macska Budapest
If you’re looking for proper cosy vibes then Macska Budapest is a wonderful place to get sat down with a drink or two to enjoy the laid-back atmosphere. This Budapest pub boasts stunning exposed brick walls and floors, with plenty of comfy pillow seats for punters towards the back of the venue. At the bar, expect to find plenty of spirits as well as great beers from across Poland and the rest of Europe. If laid-back is what you’re looking for then this is the perfect spot.
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9. ParaNoir Club
If there’s two words to describe ParaNoir Pub Budapest, it’d be spooky and cooky! That’s right, just like the name suggests, this bar does Halloween every day of the year with walls lined with famous horror/thriller movie posters and skeletons lining the ceiling beams. Specialising in some of the best cocktails in the city, you’ll also find great beers and plenty of wine and more on offer here.
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10. Kandalló Budapest
If beer and burgers are your thing, then Kandallo Budapest is the place for you and the lads. In fact, this Budapest pub was voted one of the top 10 in the city for their burgers by GastroGuide. With a modern and lively atmosphere, you’ll find the bar to be stocked up well with plenty of beers, wines and cocktails to choose from plus much more. If you’re looking for a place to start exploring the city centre from, this would be a great place to start being situated slap-bang in the middle of Pest.
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