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Szelence Café Health Food Restaurant

Vegetarian Cafe, Vegan Menu, Raw Cakes

Worth ordering: Cakenamed in 5 reviews

The vegan and raw cakes, including sugar-free options, are popular and highly recommended.

Vegetarian

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Top tips

  • Try the daily set lunch menu, which includes a soup and main dish at a budget-friendly price.
  • Good to know: Visit before mid-afternoon as vegan lunch and dessert options may not be available later in the day.
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  • Check their website for daily menu updates to plan your visit accordingly.
  • Enjoy the dog-friendly environment if you are dining with pets.

People mention

Quiche, soup and borscht.

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Also brownie, chia pudding, cookie, curry, empanada and juice.

Good for

The vibe: work & study

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and affordable.

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Also praised for attentive service, good value and beautiful interior.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Lunch, coffee, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Szelence Cafe is a modest vegetarian spot near Buda Castle featuring a rotating daily menu including vegan soups, mains like vegan lasagna, and an assortment of raw vegan cakes and sugar-free pastries. Prices are very affordable, with set lunches around €5; the cafe supports takeout and has a cozy interior with friendly staff, though limited seating and evening vegan options may constrain visits later in the day. The cafe is dog friendly, English-speaking, and tends to appeal to solo diners and health-conscious eaters looking for straightforward, fresh meals.

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Budapest, Pauler u. 8, 1013, Hungary

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
11:00–15:00
Wednesday
11:00–15:00
Thursday
11:00–15:00
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

the food

4.1 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

  • Good food
  • Great service
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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
lentils, tofu, beans + 2 more

Good to know: Vegan options aren't always available.

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