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What to eat in Hungary? Top 100 Hungarian Foods

Last update: Wed Mar 5 2025
Top 100 Hungarian Foods
TABLE OF CONTENTS

Best Hungarian Foods

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Húsleves
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Traditionally prepared with beef or chicken, this hearty Hungarian soup is a staple restaurant dish as well as a common home-cooked meal. Besides meat, it usually incorporates noodles, root vegetables, and a variety of spices. It is always served hot, either as a nutritious appetizer or a light main course.

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This traditional Hungarian dish is a savory version of the popular French toast. It can be prepared with various types of sliced bread that are coated in lightly beaten eggs, then shortly pan-fried until crispy. The dish is typically enjoyed as breakfast or a light evening snack and is often accompanied by creamy condiments such as mayonnaise and sour cream.

03

Sausage/Salami

BÉKÉSCSABA, Hungary
4.4
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Csabai kolbász or Csabai vastagkolbász is a cylindrical sausage made with pork from pigs that have been fattened to a minimum weight of 135 kg. What makes this sausage unique is the manual boning method during the production, where all of the sinews are removed, thus ensuring the best quality of the meat.


The pork meat and fat are minced, then combined with paprika, garlic, caraway, and salt and filled into casings, after which the sausage is smoked, cured, and dried. It slices easily and has a hot, smoky and spicy flavor (due to the paprika and the smoke treatment). 
04

Salami

SZEGED, Hungary
4.4
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Szegedi szalámi is a slowly smoked, cylindrical sausage made from pork. The salami is rounded at one end and slim at the end from which it was hung, and is covered by noble mold on the exterior. It slices easily and comes in different varieties depending on the length: normal (54cm), midi (36cm), tourist (19cm) and mini (16cm).


Szegedi salami must be made with pork older than one year that was raised and slaughtered in the Bács-Kiskun, Csongrád, Békés, Hajdú-Bihar, and Baranya counties in Hungary. Additionally, salt and a mixture of seasonings is added to the salami, which matures for at least 90 days before it is ready to be consumed. 
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Budapesti téliszalámi is a smoked and dried cylindrical sausage made with pork meat and pork fat coming from castrated male pigs and non-breeding female pigs that are older than one year. The outside of the sausage is covered in noble white-grey to white mold as a result of the damp air near the Danube.


The sausage has a strong flavor of allspice, white pepper, and sweet paprika. It slices easily, and the slices look like a mosaic of light brown or red meat and pale white fat pieces. Its texture is creamy and tender, with a melt-in-the-mouth quality. 
06

Sweet Pastry

HUNGARY and  7 more regions
4.3
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Krapfen was probably the first European-style doughnut to appear, followed by similar varieties in other countries. These pastries are traditionally prepared with leavened dough that is deep-fried until golden and crispy on the outside, while they remain soft, light, and airy on the inside.


Though krapfen can be prepared plain, they are most often filled or topped with jams, and vanilla or chocolate custards, while the top is usually dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with chocolate. The origin of the word krapfen dates back to 9th century, and the recipes in German can be found as early as the 14th century. 
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Hungarian chicken paprikás originated as a rustic stew that was cooked in a large cauldron over an open fire. It is traditionally prepared with chicken thighs and legs that are braised alongside onions and cooked in a thick, paprika-flavored broth.


Although it is similar to the classic pörkölt stew, paprikás is characterized by the addition of sour cream and occasionally flour, which are always added last to create a smooth, creamy sauce. Paprikás is a common restaurant dish as well as a hearty home-cooked meal that is traditionally served complemented by galuska or csipetke dumplings, pasta, boiled potatoes, or polenta.

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Snack

HUNGARY
4.3
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Kifli are crescent-shaped yeast rolls that can either be consumed plain, sprinkled with poppy, sesame, or caraway seeds, or topped with fruit jam or honey. Although not much is known about the origin of kifli, there is a legend saying that kifli were invented when Christians defended Buda from the Ottomans, and as a sign of celebration, the city bakers started selling fresh bread rolls in the shape of a crescent moon.


Today, kifli are traditionally baked for Christmas in Hungary, and although there are many varieties of kifli throughout Europe, such as vanilias kifli and makos kifli, none of them are the same as the original crescent-shaped bread rolls.

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Gyulai kolbász is a slowly smoked sausage made from pig's meat that has been minced with fat and combined with salt, hot and mild ground paprika, pepper, caraway, garlic, and salt. The combination is placed into intestines that act as a protective casing, and the sausage is then smoked over wood before being cured and hung to dry.


When sold whole, the sausages must come in pairs (18-26 cm in length) and they must not have any mold on the exterior. The sausages slice easily and have a pleasant flavor of smoke and spices used in the production process. They can be eaten on their own, with bread, or used in rakott krumpli, a traditional Hungarian potato and egg casserole.

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Dödölle is a traditional peasant dish originating from Hungary. These filling and inexpensive potato dumplings are made with a combination of floury potatoes, flour, lard or vegetable oil, onions, and salt. The potatoes are boiled, mashed, then mixed with flour, and the combination is shaped into small dumplings.


They're traditionally fried with onions until golden brown. When served, dödölle are often topped with bacon bits or sour cream.

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Dumplings
HUNGARY  and  one more region
4.2
15
16
Stew
SZEGED, Hungary
4.2
17
Sweet Pastry
HUNGARY  and  one more region
4.1
18
Cake
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.1
19
Dessert
HUNGARY  and  7 more regions
4.1
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
Cake
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.0
29
30
31
Cake
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.0
32
Pudding
HUNGARY  and  5 more regions
4.0
33
34
Dumplings
HUNGARY  and  2 more regions
4.0
35
36
Meat Soup
NORTHERN HUNGARY, Hungary
4.0
37
Sausage
DEBRECEN, Hungary
4.0
38
39
40
41
Sweet Bread
HUNGARY  and  5 more regions
3.9
42
43
44
45
46
Stew
HAJDÚ-BIHAR COUNTY, Hungary
3.9
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
54
Pork Rinds
HUNGARY  and  10 more regions
3.8
55
56
57
Chocolate Cake
HUNGARY  and  one more region
3.8
58
Stew
HUNGARY
3.8
59
60
61
Stew
BARANYA COUNTY, Hungary  and  2 more regions
3.7
62
63
64
65
66
67
Pasta
HUNGARY  and  4 more regions
3.6
68
Cake
BUDAPEST, Hungary
3.6
69
Cake
HUNGARY  and  3 more regions
3.5
70
71
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73
74
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76
77
78
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Savory Pastry
SOPRON DISTRICT, Hungary
n/a
84
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86
Cheese
VESZPRÉM COUNTY, Hungary
n/a
87
88
89
Sweet Pastry
SOPRON DISTRICT, Hungary
n/a
90
91
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93
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Best Hungarian Food Producers

01

Chocolate

GYŐR-MOSON-SOPRON COUNTY, Hungary
5.0
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Harrer Chocolat, established by Norbert Harrer, is a Hungarian chocolate producer known for crafting high-quality, handmade chocolates. The company sources its cocoa beans from sustainable farms globally and is recognized for its unique flavor combinations and artisanal methods.


They also operate a café and patisserie in Sopron, Hungary, where they showcase their chocolates.
AWARDS

International Chocolate Awards - Gold

2023, 2015

Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2021

International Chocolate Awards - Silver

2023, 2022, 2020, 2018, 2017, 2016

02

Herb/Spice

SZEGED, Hungary
5.0
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Rubin Paprika is a renowned producer of paprika-based seasonings based in Szeged, Hungary. Their product range includes high-quality offerings such as sweet and hot ground paprika, smoked paprika, paprika seed oil, chili flakes, and organic (BIO) paprika, available in both sweet and hot varieties.


Rubin Paprika is dedicated to preserving traditional production methods while adhering to modern quality and food safety standards. Their products are highly regarded both domestically and internationally, contributing to the global recognition of Hungarian culinary traditions.
AWARDS

Great Taste Awards - 2 stars

2023

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars

2023, 2021

03

Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Gold

2024, 2020, 2019

Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold

2021, 2017

Asia Wine Trophy - Grand Gold

2017

04

Cheese

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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Csiz Sajtmuhely Kft is a cheese producer based in Hungary, specializing in the production of artisan cheeses using traditional techniques. The company focuses on crafting cheese from locally sourced milk to ensure high quality and freshness. Their product line features a variety of cheeses, appealing to different tastes and dietary preferences.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2021

Great Taste Awards - 3 stars

2024

05

Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold

2023, 2022

Decanter World Wine Awards - Platinum

2022

06

Spirit

BÉKÉSCSABA, Hungary
5.0
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AWARDS

IWSC- International wine & spirit competition - Spirit Gold Outstanding

2024

BEST Kisret Manufaktura Kft Spirits
07

Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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AWARDS

Decanter World Wine Awards - Best in Show

2021

BEST St. Andrea Wines
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Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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Decanter World Wine Awards - Best in Show

2024

Decanter World Wine Awards - Platinum

2023

BEST Gizella Wines
09

Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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AWARDS

Falstaff - 100

BEST Château Pajzos Wines
10

Wine

HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
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Falstaff - 100

BEST Satoraljauhely Wines
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Spirit
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
12
Spirit
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
13
14
Wine
VILLÁNY, Hungary
5.0
15
Wine
NYÍREGYHÁZA, Hungary
5.0
16
17
Wine
BALATONFÜRED, Hungary
5.0
18
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
19
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
20
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
21
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
22
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
23
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
24
Wine
SZEKSZÁRD, Hungary
5.0
25
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Wine
SZEKSZÁRD, Hungary
5.0
27
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
28
Wine
VILLÁNY, Hungary
5.0
29
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
30
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
31
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
32
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.9
33
Cheese
POMÁZ, Hungary
4.9
34
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.9
35
36
Meat Product
SZABOLCS-SZATMÁR-BEREG COUNTY, Hungary
4.9
37
38
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.9
39
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.8
40
41
42
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
43
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
44
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
45
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
46
47
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
48
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
49
Wine
BALATONFÜRED, Hungary
4.8
50
Wine
NORTHERN HUNGARY, Hungary
4.8
51
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
52
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
53
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
54
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
55
56
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
57
Wine
VESZPRÉM, Hungary
4.8
58
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
59
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
60
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
61
62
Chocolate
MÁTÉSZALKA DISTRICT, Hungary
4.7
63
Chocolate
FEJÉR COUNTY, Hungary
4.7
64
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66
Herb/Spice
SZEGED, Hungary
4.7
67
Soft Drink
BUDAKESZI, Hungary
4.7
68
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.7
69
70
71
Oil and Animal Fat
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.7
72
73
Spread
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.7
74
Coffee Beans
ESZTERGOM, Hungary
4.7
75
76
Praline
MAKLÁR, Hungary
4.7
77
Meat Product
KÓKA, Hungary
4.7
78
Cheese
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.7
79
Chocolate
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.7
80
81
Chocolate
SZIGETSZENTMIKLÓS, Hungary
4.6
82
83
84
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.6
85
86
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.5
87
88
Spirit
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.5
89
Spirit
GÁRDONY DISTRICT, Hungary
4.5
90
91
92
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
3.8
93
94
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Best Hungarian Food Products

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AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2021

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Etyeki Éji Sudár is a product made by Etyeki Kecskesajt Manufaktura, a company known for producing high-quality cheese. This cheese is crafted in Etyek, located in Hungary, a region renowned for its rich dairy farming traditions and expertise. The manufacturing process at Etyeki Kecskesajt Manufaktura emphasizes artisanal methods to ensure the cheese's unique flavor and texture.
AWARDS

World Cheese Awards - Super Gold

2022

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Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2023

04
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Fabric Chocolate produces an intriguing product known as Ecuador Dark Chocolate with Kumquat & coffee beans. This artisan chocolate combines the rich flavors of dark chocolate sourced from Ecuador with the tartness of kumquat and the robust, aromatic notes of coffee beans.


Each bite offers a complex taste experience, marrying bitter, sweet, and citrusy elements with the depth of high-quality coffee. The craftsmanship behind this chocolate aims to highlight the unique qualities of each ingredient, ensuring a balanced and delightful tasting experience.
AWARDS

Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2017

05

Chocolate

GYŐR-MOSON-SOPRON COUNTY, Hungary
5.0
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Timur Pepper 70% by Harrer Chocolat is a remarkable dark chocolate crafted from Tanzanian cocoa beans with a cocoa content of 70%. Infused with Timur pepper, this chocolate showcases a unique flavor profile characterized by floral and citrus notes, accompanied by a distinctive numbing sensation on the palate.
AWARDS

Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2021

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The Rózsavölgyi Csokoládé Plain Hot Chocolate is made from ground bean-to-bar dark chocolate, offering a rich and smooth flavor. To prepare it, you only need to stir it into hot milk or water, which results in a luxurious hot chocolate drink. The product is made with high-quality ingredients like organic cocoa butter, organic cane sugar, and cocoa beans with a minimum cocoa content of 73%.


It is packaged in eco-friendly materials, with about 90% of the packaging being recycled paper, making it an environmentally conscious choice.
AWARDS

Academy of Chocolate - Gold

2015

07
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Raffinée Piemonte hazelnuts covered in Ethiopian Harrar coffee made by chocoMe are a luxurious confectionery item. Each hazelnut is carefully selected from the Piemonte region, known for producing some of the finest hazelnuts in the world. These hazelnuts are then coated with a layer of chocolate infused with Ethiopian Harrar coffee, which is renowned for its distinctive fruity and winey aromas.


The combination of the rich, nutty flavor of the hazelnuts and the complex coffee notes creates a unique and indulgent treat.
AWARDS

International Chocolate Awards - Gold

2016

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Cremino al Latte con Nocciole Piemonte coperto al Latte is a product crafted by Gustolato. This confection features a creamy milk chocolate base, enriched with the rich flavor of Piemonte hazelnuts. The combination likely offers a delightful balance of smooth milk chocolate and crunchy hazelnut pieces.
AWARDS

International Chocolate Awards - Gold

2016

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The Timutbors Bonbon by Harrer Chocolat is a distinguished chocolate confection that has garnered attention for its unique flavor profile. This bonbon features a delightful combination of dark chocolate with a filling that incorporates Timut pepper, known for its aromatic, citrusy notes.


It offers a spicy and fragrant taste experience, making it a standout among gourmet chocolates.
AWARDS

International Chocolate Awards - Gold

2023

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Apricot - Kajszibarackos csokoládé is a product made by Harrer Chocolat. This confectionery blends the rich flavor of chocolate with the tart sweetness of apricots, creating a unique taste experience. The product typically features high-quality chocolate, a hallmark of Harrer Chocolat, combined with carefully selected apricots to enhance the overall flavor profile.
AWARDS

International Chocolate Awards - Gold

2015

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Meat Product
SZABOLCS-SZATMÁR-BEREG COUNTY, Hungary
5.0
12
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14
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19
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
20
21
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37
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39
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44
45
46
Wine
BALATONFÜRED, Hungary
5.0
47
48
49
50
51
52
53
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
5.0
54
55
56
57
58
59
60
61
62
63
64
65
66
67
68
69
70
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
71
72
73
74
75
76
77
78
79
80
81
82
83
84
85
86
87
88
89
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.8
90
Chocolate
BUDAPEST, Hungary
4.8
91
92
93
94
95
96
97
98
99
Wine
HUNGARY, Central Europe
4.8
100

TasteAtlas food rankings are based on the ratings of the TasteAtlas audience, with a series of mechanisms that recognize real users and that ignore bot, nationalist or local patriotic ratings, and give additional value to the ratings of users that the system recognizes as knowledgeable. For the “Top 100 Hungarian Foods” list until March 05, 2025, 8,517 ratings were recorded, of which 6,048 were recognized by the system as legitimate. TasteAtlas Rankings should not be seen as the final global conclusion about food. Their purpose is to promote excellent local foods, instill pride in traditional dishes, and arouse curiosity about dishes you haven’t tried.

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