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VakVarjú Restaurant

Hungarian Fusion, Vegan Moussaka

Worth ordering: Moussaka

Try the vegan moussaka, praised for its taste and size.

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Good to know: Avoid visiting with large groups to prevent long wait times.
  • Make a reservation, as the restaurant is often fully booked.
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  • Enjoy the piano music for a special dining ambiance.
  • Good to know: Check vegan menu availability as options can be limited.

People mention

Lemonade, soup and apricot cream soup.

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Also bread, falafel, focaccia, grilled smoked cheese with fig chutney and citrus green salad, lasagne and mushroom soup.

Good for

The vibe: dates The vibe: families

Praised for beautiful interior, friendly service and cozy atmosphere.

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Also praised for attentive service and good value.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Wi-Fi
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

A quirky Hungarian fusion bistro known for dishes like vegan moussaka and stuffed cabbage with lentils. The atmosphere includes playful decor with toys on walls and a pianist providing live music on occasion — perfect for casual lunches or family dinners. Prices are moderate, and while vegan options are limited, they receive positive remarks for taste and portion size.

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Budapest, Paulay Ede u. 7, 1061, Hungary

Opening hours

Monday
11:30–23:30
Tuesday
11:30–23:30
Wednesday
11:30–23:30
Thursday
11:30–23:30
Friday
11:30–23:30
Saturday
11:30–23:30
Sunday
11:30–23:30

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.5 16,937 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.3 3 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Limited vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
protein
tofu, lentils, beans

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

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