FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions
Most frequently asked questions by guests.
Where is the restaurant located?
Cosy Café Budapest is at Szondi utca 11, 1067 Budapest (District VI, Terézváros), between Oktogon and Nyugati Railway Station in the city centre.
Is the Cosy Café an all-day breakfast?
Yes! You can choose from our all-day breakfast-brunch menu between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. every day.
What is the specialty of the restaurant?
Cosy Café Budapest is known for its all-day breakfast and brunch menu, including Full English Breakfast, Eggs Benedict, homemade pancakes, French toast and fresh sandwiches, served with coffee such as flat white. We also have vegan and vegetarian options.
We are on Szondi utca in Budapest’s District VI, between Oktogon and Nyugati Railway Station. We are dog friendly, have a terrace, and aim for a friendly, family-style atmosphere, whether you stop by for a quick coffee or a relaxed weekend brunch.
Does the restaurant have a terrace?
Yes! We are a breakfast place with a terrace, with a very friendly 12-seat terrace.
Can I bring my pet in?
Yes! We love pets, feel free to visit us even with your pets.
Is Cosy Café wheelchair accessible?
While we do our best to make every guest feel welcome, due to the layout of our building our accessibility is limited:
- Parking: there is a designated accessible parking space on Szondi Street, about 10 metres from the café.
- Entrance & indoor seating: unfortunately the main entrance has no ramp, so the indoor seating area is not wheelchair accessible.
- Outdoor terrace: guests with reduced mobility are very welcome on our terrace.
- Restrooms: our restrooms are downstairs and can only be reached by stairs, so they are unfortunately not wheelchair accessible.
If you have any questions before your visit or would like help getting settled on our terrace, please get in touch – our team is always happy to help!
Do I need to make a reservation at Cosy Café, and how can I book a table?
To make sure everyone can enjoy a relaxed morning with us, the reservation policy at Cosy Café Budapest (Szondi Street 11, District VI) works as follows:
- Weekends, public holidays and peak tourist season: during these busy periods we do not take table reservations – guests are seated on a first-come, first-served basis. Waiting times are usually short, though larger groups may wait a little longer, as most of our tables are for two. At busy times, tables are available for 1 hour from when you order – plenty of time for a relaxed breakfast.
- Weekdays and quieter periods: you are welcome to book a table by email at info@cosycafe.hu. Please include the date, time and number of guests – your table is reserved once we have confirmed it by email.
Whether you’re stopping by for a full brunch or a specialty coffee, we look forward to welcoming you between Oktogon and Nyugati Railway Station!
Do you offer vegan items on the menu?
Looking for delicious vegan breakfast and brunch options in Budapest? At Cosy Café Budapest (Szondi Street 11, District VI) we offer a range of plant-based dishes made with fresh ingredients!
- Vegan breakfast & brunch favourites: our freshly made vegan tofu scramble with turmeric, onion, peppers and tomato, and creamy chia pudding made with coconut milk, topped with fresh fruit and jam. For a plant-based sandwich, try our tofu sandwich with hummus, smoked tofu and fresh vegetables – just ask us which bread to choose. 🥑🌱
- Vegetarian options: our veggie English breakfast (with eggs) and avocado toasts.
- Plant-based desserts: two vegan cakes – a wild berry cheesecake and a chocolate raspberry cake. 🍰
- Coffee with plant milk: all our coffees – from a smooth flat white to a matcha cappuccino – can be made with oat milk or coconut milk. ☕️
Our kitchen is flexible, so just ask if you’d like a dish adjusted to your diet. Whether you’re exploring near Oktogon or Nyugati Railway Station, stop by our cosy café or relax on our terrace for a vegan brunch!
See our full menu with prices or read our vegan brunch guide.
What gluten-free foods do you have?
Our sandwiches can be made on gluten-free baguette (+990 Ft), and you can also ask for gluten-free baguette instead of regular bread with our egg dishes.
Our kitchen is flexible: just tell us what you need and we’re happy to adjust the ingredients of most dishes on the menu – for example, our American pancakes can be made lactose-free and egg-free.
If you have coeliac disease, an allergy or an intolerance, please tell our team before ordering so we can advise you. As all our food is prepared in the same kitchen, we cannot guarantee that dishes are completely free from traces of gluten or other allergens. See our full menu with prices.
Is it possible to order takeaway?
Of course, you can even order in person. but it is also possible by phone (+36 30 990 9491).
Is home delivery possible?
We don’t currently offer home delivery. You are welcome to order takeaway in person or by phone at +36 30 990 9491.
Do you offer traditional Hungarian breakfast options on your menu?
Yes, absolutely! While Cosy Café is a modern brunch café in District VI, we also love traditional Hungarian flavours – so alongside international brunch classics you’ll find local breakfast favourites at Szondi Street 11.
Here are some of our Hungarian morning favourites:
- Hungarian breakfast classics: try our Hungarian-style scrambled eggs with sausage, onion, peppers and tomato, or our crowd favourite bundáskenyér (Hungarian eggy bread) served with garlic sour cream and salad – classic, with ham and cheddar, or with bacon and sausage. 🍳🥓
- Lighter alternatives: for a fresher start, our homemade granola with yoghurt, fruit and jam is a great choice. 🥣🍓
Stop by when you’re near Oktogon or Nyugati Railway Station and start your day with local flavours – inside our cosy café or out on our terrace. Dogs are welcome in both! 🌿🐶 See all our breakfast dishes on our menu.
Is there a service charge?
Yes. A 14% service charge is added to the bill. It is shown at the entrance, on the menu and on the receipt, so there are no surprises. For example, Eggs Benedict and a cappuccino cost 5,780 Ft, or about 6,590 Ft including the service charge. See our full menu with prices.
Can I pay by bank card?
Yes, you can pay by bank card, contactless (including phone payments such as Apple Pay and Google Pay) or in cash in Hungarian forints (HUF) – we don’t accept euros. Please note that a 14% service charge is added to the bill – this is shown at the entrance, on the menu and on the receipt. SZÉP cards are not accepted.
Do you offer catering services?
Absolutely! We have a catering and waiter rental services. You can read more about it in our Event services section of the website.
Can I pay with a SZÉP card?
Unfortunately, we do not accept SZÉP cards. You can pay by bank card, contactless (Apple Pay, Google Pay) or in cash in Hungarian forints (HUF).
Feel free to contact us for other questions!