Artizán Bakery

Specializing in sourdough breads and morning pastries, Artizán is one of the leading craft bakeries in Budapest. Under the helm of Gergő Fekete, who honed his skills across Western Europe, Artizán in 2015 introduced a new standard of excellence in a city where dreary bakery chains and bland croissants are still the norm.

It’s the kind of place that has one foot steeped in local traditions while the other stands solidly in the present day. What this means in terms of the offerings is that you’ll find here many of the classics – túró-filled pogácsa, kakaós csiga (chocolate rolls), Buchteln, which are wonderful yeast buns layered with túró and plum jam (rarely seen these days in Budapest and Vienna), and long-fermented sourdough breads of wheat, spelt, barley, and rye.

At the same time, any cravings will be satisfied for cardamom buns (the one bursting with red berries and vanilla custard might just be the best thing they make), sweet and savory croissants, and all sorts of home-designed concoctions. Expect a line outside at all times – office workers, local residents, tourists – so try to go early for the best selections. Once here, be sure to glimpse the Art Nouveau masterpiece of Ödön Lechner across the street.