Iconic New York Café in Budapest to launch exclusive nighttime opening hours

The New York Café, celebrated as the world’s most beautiful café and now 130 years old, has reached another milestone. Starting 13 December and running until 6 January, the iconic establishment on Erzsébet Boulevard will introduce nighttime opening hours – from midnight to 4 AM – on a trial basis. This new schedule aims to offer more people the chance to experience Budapest’s jewel in an exclusive and serene atmosphere. If successful, nighttime service with a dedicated menu will launch in March.

The December nighttime opening is designed to let guests avoid long waits and enjoy the magic of the café in peace. To match the nighttime ambiance, special lighting will be installed, and a life-sized figure of El Asmodáj, the torch-holding demon on the façade, will move inside to become a popular photo attraction. Additionally, designated selfie spots will be created, providing perfect settings for memorable pictures.

Legend has it that when the café first opened, Hungarian writer Ferenc Molnár wished for the place never to close, throwing its keys into the Danube to seal his wish. Now, 130 years later, this dream comes true with nighttime hours. Table reservations will be available through the café’s website. If the concept proves successful, a special nighttime menu will also be introduced in March for guests enjoying the historic ambiance.

To mark its 130th anniversary, the café has created a special cake combining apricot and chocolate flavours, which will be available to guests throughout the year.

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