Budapest’s biggest fireworks spectacular glitters over the city skyline and reflects in the Danube River on every August 20th as a highlight of Hungary’s annual St. Stephen’s Day celebrations. Enjoy the sparkling show while savoring mouth-watering delicacies at some of the city’s best-positioned restaurants, whether aboard a boat anchored on the riverbank, on a rooftop in the middle of downtown, or within a prominent Budapest landmark on Castle Hill. Here are a few hotspots offering special dinners to enjoy along with an unpredictably multicolored panorama blasting across the sky.

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ARAZ Étterem

Nestled among Budapest’s buildings in the heart of District VII, far from the riverfront crowds, the rooftop terrace of the is a real off-the-beaten-path venue for dinner with a bang amid the shimmering fireworks, offering nice panoramic views over the sparkling show. While a DJ provides pleasant background music during the feast, diners enjoy dishes like traditional Magyar goulash and fried chicken, accompanied by an assortment of Hungarian wines and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages all included in the friendly price of 9,300 forints per person.

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Columbus Hajó

Anchored between the and on the Pest side of the Danube, guests can gaze skyward aboard a wooden ship with the backdrop of the impressive , while chilling out to melodious live tunes. Various August 20th dining packages are available with prices depending on the view offered in each dining area – for the best scenery, the VIP package on the roof terrace pampers guests with a carefully selected à la carte menu of specialties like cold foie gras with mango chutney, complemented with drinks for 34,900 forints per person. In the most affordable section, visitors feast on a buffet featuring Hungarian Mangalica pork medallions in a sweet chili sauce for 19,900 forints.

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Corso Restaurant

With a premier location directly alongside the leafy on the Pest side of the river, where vistas encompass and the , the ’s recently renovated features front-row views over the national blast above the city. With a sprawling list of carefully selected savory treats available in a huge all-you-can-eat smorgasbord, from appetizers like beefsteak tartare and grilled zucchini to a carving station with roast beef and varied pork delicacies, the buffet presents a wide range of local and international foods, accompanied by lip-smacking desserts and sparkling wine. Guests can book a table at this supreme location for 19,900 forints.

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Halászbástya Étterem

Honor the founding king of Hungary in a classic setting within , where a viewpoint of magnificent scenery overlooks the Danube River and the Pest side of the city. Here a lavish buffet dinner offers a rich variety of delicacies, including smoked duck-breast salad as a starter, the grilled butterfish fillet with creamy shrimp sauce for an entrée, and the traditional Hungarian “floating island” as a dessert. Guests can pair all this with a selection of wines, beers, and spirits offered in the drink package, welcoming everyone to spend an unforgettable night amid Buda’s postcard-superstar landmark, with prices starting at 22,400 forints.

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High Note SkyBar

On top of the recently debuted , a lofty terrace is the latest addition to the ever-increasing number of rooftop hangouts around the city. With comfy sofas and a breathtaking panorama over , this chic spot features top-notch Buda Castle views under the twinkling sky that should be particularly impressive on St. Stephen’s Day. Join the celebrations with the chef’s special gala dinner for 180 euros, presenting deluxe treats such as the wild-boar cheek with potato gnocchi and porcini mushrooms; guests can also sign up for the buffet dinner for a considerably lower 65 euros, including goat-cheese mousse served with passion fruit or smoked duck breast with vegetable couscous.

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Peppers!

Admire the cityscape illuminated by heavenly colors from a central perch on the Danube Promenade by commemorating this vivid national holiday at the ’s Peppers! terrace, with the breathtaking river, bridges, and imposing Buda Castle in the background. The restaurant serves a full-fledged gala menu featuring classic Újházy-style chicken broth, roasted beef sirloin, and an assorted platter of local cheeses, and all of the courses are paired with exclusive local wines. The shimmering feast is available for 26,900 forints per person, including matching wines and a selection of non-alcoholic beverages to complete the sparkling night.

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