Why Not Cafe and Bar
Why Not is a gay-friendly bar in downtown Budapest with panoramic vistas, overlooking the Danube, the Liberty Bridge, and the historic Gellért Hotel. During the day, it's a generic bar with sweeping views from the outdoor tables; it's in the evenings when Why Not comes into its own.
Tuesday and Friday evenings tend to be the liveliest, when a colorful cast of volunteers, some with an obvious musical background, lift the mood with memorable karaoke performances (from 10 p.m. onward). Although open late every day of the week, try to arrive at a reasonable hour on Fridays as many people move on to see the midnight show at Alterego, Budapest's iconic gay club. Drink specials every night.
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