Spoon is a reliable restaurant aboard a stationary boat moored by the freshly renovated Chain Bridge, offering unbeatable views of Budapest’s iconic postcard superstars such as the Buda Castle, the Várkert Bazaar, the illuminated bridges and riverbank. You can try both traditional Hungarian and international dishes, as well as great cocktails aboard and take in some of the best views of the city that will make you fall in love with Budapest.
Spoon the Boat offers classic Hungarian and international dishes in a bistro-style setting, as well as front-row seats to major landmarks like the Buda Castle and the Chain Bridge. The restaurant has been around for a while, though during the pandemic, it operated more so as an event venue. But this year, it reopened as an á la carte restaurant as well, under the management of the Eventrend Group.
Thanks to the 360-degree panorama, there’s not really a bad seat here, so just as Spoon’s slogan encourages you to, you can “Fall in Love with Budapest” easily here whilst wining and dining. The restaurant does not only offer great food and drinks, but also attentive service, openly striving to get Spoon the Boat a bullet point on everyone’s Budapest bucket list.
Thanks to the 360-degree panorama, there’s not really a bad seat here, so just as Spoon’s slogan encourages you to, you can “Fall in Love with Budapest” easily here whilst wining and dining. The restaurant does not only offer great food and drinks, but also attentive service, openly striving to get Spoon the Boat a bullet point on everyone’s Budapest bucket list.
When approaching Spoon the Boat, as the sun sets relatively early during the colder months in Budapest, the city can instantly sweep you off your feet with its magically illuminated, picture-perfect landmarks and their reflections dancing on the waves of the flowing river. The restaurant nicely blends into this view, boasting elegant, blue LED strips on its sides, and a charming and Insta-worthy light corridor that takes you on board.
All aboard for a coffee, dinner, cocktails or a wedding
With its ever-changing, laid-back yet still extravagant style, Spoon the Boat was born to impress, so whoever you’re planning to bring along from your friends to your family, colleagues or significant other, you’ll be sure to make some long-lasting memories together.
There are altogether two elegant rooms with different atmospheres, a magical conservatory, two panoramic terraces open during the warmer months, three kitchens and four bars aboard on 1600 square metres. So, there’s plenty of space for whatever you have in mind, be it a work lunch, a romantic rendezvous, or something bigger like a team-building event or even a wedding.
There are altogether two elegant rooms with different atmospheres, a magical conservatory, two panoramic terraces open during the warmer months, three kitchens and four bars aboard on 1600 square metres. So, there’s plenty of space for whatever you have in mind, be it a work lunch, a romantic rendezvous, or something bigger like a team-building event or even a wedding.
It's important to note that inside, there are huge windows everywhere, so besides being able to enjoy the dazzling panorama, you don’t have to worry about feeling claustrophobic at all.
Hungarian classics in cosmopolitan fine bistro-style
Simply put, a fine bistro-style means mixing traditional bistro cuisine elements with contemporary techniques and presentations here. Spoon serves both Hungarian and international dishes but doesn’t fuse different cuisines together, and not everything is new-wave or reimagined. Having a meal here is not a super fancy experience, but rather smart casual.
The dishes are made from high-quality seasonal ingredients, and while the menu is relatively short, it is ever-changing, and the service is super fast. Spoon also offers a picture menu, which is good news for those who like to know in advance what their plate will look like. The chef is Tibor Fekete, who has vast experience having worked at some top-notch restaurants in the city, so it's okay to set some expectations.
The dishes are made from high-quality seasonal ingredients, and while the menu is relatively short, it is ever-changing, and the service is super fast. Spoon also offers a picture menu, which is good news for those who like to know in advance what their plate will look like. The chef is Tibor Fekete, who has vast experience having worked at some top-notch restaurants in the city, so it's okay to set some expectations.
For starters, you can order salads, beef tartar, gravlax or soups made of sweet potatoes, ramen soup or a hearty Hungarian goulash soup. We highly recommend the creamy Foie gras that comes served with crunchy brioche and peach chutney.
The mains include such vegan options like tofu teriyaki or vegetable-toasted rice noodles with Hokkaido pumpkin, but if you’d like to try something traditionally Hungarian, you can have chicken paprikash, grilled perch or duck, or glazed veal cheek. The tenderloin steak with truffle mashed potatoes, grilled corn and green pepper sauce is definitely a highlight on the menu—it's absolutely delicious.
Those that are not too hungry and prefer some finger food can choose from the bar snack menu offering lighter dishes and smaller portions. And if you’re eyeing up the dessert selection, we recommend the Hungarian Rákóczi cottage cheese dumplings with cinnamon peach sorbet or the caramel mousse with crunchy peanuts and peach.
During the day, you can pop in for just some coffee and cake, but if you prefer evening drinks, you can order tasty lemonades, colourful cocktail concoctions and gin-tonics as well.
During the day, you can pop in for just some coffee and cake, but if you prefer evening drinks, you can order tasty lemonades, colourful cocktail concoctions and gin-tonics as well.
Thanks to its location, panorama and gastronomic delights, this restaurant offers its guests a spoonful of high life in a laid-back and friendly atmosphere. A special dinner spent here is highly recommended.
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