Very pricey and very good, Lui is a specialty bakery in downtown Budapest. The place is hidden on a tree-lined side street of the most elite part of District 5 by Liberty Square, which means that customers comprise office workers from the nearby banks and the American Embassy (and tourists). The vanilla custard-filled bun is especially good and there are savory breakfast dishes such as quiches and egg-topped sandwiches. Check upstairs if the ground level is full. Specialty coffee is available to-go.

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