8 sushi bars in Budapest worth checking out

Coming to Hungary does not mean that you can only eat Hungarian food. There are a couple of restaurants in Budapest focusing on foreign cuisines, like Chinese, Italian or Japanese. If you are interested in the sushi scene in Budapest, then check out these suggestions by Funzine.

Nobu Budapest

Here: Budapest, Erzsébet tér 7-8, 1051
Hours: all days: 12:00 – 23:45

Nobu might sound familiar, as recently, the American president, Donald Trump was banned from all restaurants belonging to this franchise created by chef Nobu Matsuhisa and actor Robert De Niro. The first Central European restaurant belonging to this chain was set up in Kempinski Hotel Corvinus. This restaurant is a very experimental one, serving fusions between the Japanese, the Peruvian and the Hungarian cuisine. Have we piqued your curiosity? If so, then try the goose liver páté with salmon or the traditional Nobu dishes. It is worth popping by around lunchtime for the ‘business lunch’ menu, which serves miso soup, the chef’s daily sushi recommendation and ice-cream.

Buddha-Bar Budapest

Here: Budapest, Váci u. 34, 1052
Hours: Sun-Wed: 12:00 – 23:00, Thu-Sat: 12:00 – 0:00

Funzine argues that the Buddha-Bar restaurant is known worldwide thanks to its Asian fusion kitchen, special cocktails and live music. This place is perfect for you if you want to take your palates on an adventure: on the menu, you will find an endless and unique variation of sushi, like the Caribbean style roll with tiger prawn, mango and strawberries.

Sushi Sei

Here: Budapest, Bécsi út 58, 1036
Hours: Sun-Thu: 12:00 – 22:00, Fri-Sat: 12:00 – 23:00

Are you looking for a truly authentic Japanese culinary experience? Head to Óbuda, to Sushi Sei, where chef Seiichi Kusumoto will make sure that you will leave satisfied again and again. This restaurant is particularly special owing to its elegant interior décor and the bold combination between the traditional tastes and innovative preparation methods. Just try the maki, nigiri and sashimi for yourself, you will not be let down, rest assured.

Tokio Budapest

Here: Budapest, Széchenyi István tér 7-8, 1051
Hours: all days: 12:00 – 0:00

If you are exploring Budapest and happen to be around Gresham Palace, you can head to TOKIO to fill your belly. The moment you step in, you will feel like you have left the Art Nouveau Budapest behind, and have arrived in a vibrant Japanese metropolis. The terrace looks on the Saint Stephen Basilica, so dining here is like dining on the edge of two different eras and worlds. You will find traditional sushi on the menu, along with the TOKIO signature rolls and sashimi creations. Tired of sushi? Then try the main dishes and soups prepared from duck and beef.