CONCEPTION
„BALAGAN. A taste of chaos - the right kind of way. "
There is a place in the heart of the city center that may reveal nothing from the outside about what happens inside. From the outside, a dilapidated building, but inside warm colors, soft lights, Mediterranean plants, and then a staircase that leads up - these are all signs that something completely different awaits you. The Balagan is not just a restaurant and bar.
This is an oasis hidden in Akácfa Street. An unpredictable and eclectic yet harmoniously arranged world, where the fusion of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine is served on small plates, and where cocktails not only complement the meal but also create a shared experience.
The term "balagan" means chaos in Hebrew - for us, this chaos becomes a concept. Nothing is conventional here, but everything is in its place.
"Every dish we create tells a story – spicy, surprising, and meant to be shared."
ARON
BALAGAN CHEF
RESERVE TABLE
The evening begins with us.
At Balagan, we don’t just cook - we create. Every movement, every ingredient, every spice is exciting, a little chaotic, and yet perfectly in harmony on the plates. We are bold, but we know what we are doing. Our kitchen is open, whether you arrive for a romantic dinner, a friendly gathering, or a special occasion - come and taste the flavors of Balagan!
MENU
Bar BITES
Marinated Olive Selection
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Artisan Cheese Selection, Honey Walnut, Capers, Grape Chutney
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SMALL PLATES
Sült Termelői Répa, Mogyoróvaj Tahini, Kápia Pesto
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Kukorica Hummusz, Tahini, Chimichurri, Baby Kukorica
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Sült Karfiol, Mangó Tahini, Füge, Savanyított Lilahagyma, Citromhéj
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Fűszeres Csirkecomb, Palacsinta, Csirkepaprikás szósz, Labane
Sütőtökös Ricottás Ravioli, Kéksajt Mártás, Karamellizált Dió, Tökmagolaj
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Beluga Lencse, Vaslapos Csirkecombfilé, Zeller, Zöldfűszerek
Mini Lamb Burger, Brioche Bun, Rosemary Mayo, Sumac Onion
Mini Tépett Bárány Pita, Kesudiós Hummusz, Káposzta, Fenyőmag
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Pirított Rák, Hámozott Paradicsom, Fokhagyma, Kovászos Kenyér
Saint-Marcellin Sajt, Vadkovászos Kenyér
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Balagan Sólet, Marha Stefánia, Konfitált Bab, Tojássárgája
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Bélszín Tatár, Reszelt Libamáj, Fekete Fokhagyma
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Dél-Amerikai Bélszín
USDA Rib-Eye
Wagyu A5+ Rib-Eye
Seaside atmosphere in the city center
Our fresh oyster selection is available every week from Thursday to Sunday – the perfect start to a sparkling evening or a special addition to the Balagan flavor journey. Dive into the weekend vibe starting on Thursday!
DESSERTS
Baklava, Méz, Mascarpone
Kamillás Bodzahab, Mák piskóta, Kamilla, Feketeribizli gél
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Sóskaramell-Miso Mille-feuille
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G - GLUTEN-FREE
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COCKTAILS
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
Lucky Strike
Unicum Riserva, Banasura Bors, Turbolya
Pestopasta
Jose Cuervo Silver, Bazsalikom, Mozzarella, Fenyőmag
September
Russian Standard Platinum, Sütőtök, Körte, Fahéj
Flight Risk
Woodford Reserve, Földimogyoró, Narancs, Mandula
Superstar Martini
Russian Standard Platinum, Homoktövis, Tokaji Aszú, Lime
Aquila
Barcelo Onyx, 9diDante Inferno, Barack, Pineapple Air
Punch Me in the Pine Nuts
Tanqueray London Dry, Briottet Crème à la Fraise des Bois, Fitch & Leedes Indian Tonic, Cassis Hab
Grapefruit Americano
Campari, Vermouth, Grapefruit
Explore the world of Balagan wine
Explore our wine list, where Mediterranean lightness, natural selections, and distinct wine regions come together – perfect companions for the flavors of Balagan.
EVENTS
EVENTS that create
stories
Balagan Borklub
This April, the Balagan Wine Club is heading to the seaside. An evening where fresh, salty, citrusy, and deep umami flavors come together in the world of wine and cuisine. Throughout the evening, seafood takes center stage: tuna, clams, squid, and octopus - light yet distinctive dishes that bring the inspiration of coastal cuisine to Akácfa Street. The dishes are accompanied by carefully selected wine pairings that highlight the freshness and elegance of the seafood flavors.
10.21.
Caviar & a little Chaos
Van valami indokolatlanul jó abban, amikor a kaviárt nem egy különleges alkalomra tartogatjuk... Szeptember 25-én ezért bontunk egy pár dobozzal, behűtjük, amit be kell, a DJ pedig átveszi az este további részét. A konyhán öt extra fogással is készülünk, a klasszikus párosításoktól egészen a kicsit balaganosabb verziókig.
09.25.
Gyertyafényes vacsora: Föld Napja a Balaganban
Earth Day reminds us around the world to pay closer attention to our environment, our ingredients, and how we connect with the world around us. We’re turning this evening into a special culinary experience. During the evening, Balagan will be bathed in candlelight - we’ll dim the lights so you can savor the flavors and moments in a more intimate, uncluttered space.
Balagan x Rutin: Ízek párbeszéde
The night, when Balagan’s elegant chaos meets Rutin’s progressive Hungarian gastronomy. Three chefs, two visions, one shared story - told through flavors.
Perfume Night by Balagan
The Balagan is not just a restaurant and bar - it is the urban living room of the night, where something unexpected always happens. A taste, a scent, a moment… or a bit of chaos with its own mystery.
Balagan x Gourmet Festival
The Balagan-style chaos was also tasteable at the Gourmet Festival this year.
