VÖRÖS POSTAKOCSI RESTAURANT

In the eclectic, neo-renaissance building built in 1876, the National Coffeehouse once operated. Later, in 1971, the “Restaurant to the Red Coach” opened its doors in memory of the great Hungarian writer Gyula Krúdy.

Vörös Postakocsi Étterem

In the eclectic, neo-renaissance building built in 1876, the National Coffeehouse once operated. Later, in 1971, the “Restaurant to the Red Coach” opened its doors in memory of the great Hungarian writer Gyula Krúdy.

FROM 1971 TO THE PRESENT DAY

OUR STORY

Located in an eclectic, neorenaissance building constructed in 1876, the establishment once housed the National Coffeehouse. In 1970, the “Restaurant by the Red Stagecoach” opened its doors, deriving its name from the famous novel “The Red Stagecoach” by the great Hungarian writer Gyula Krúdy, published in 1913. The restaurant is situated in the heart of downtown, just a 2-minute walk from the Kálvin Square transportation hub, at 15 Ráday Street, embodying the mission to showcase the delights of traditional Hungarian cuisine and the country’s hospitality to visitors.

After a complete renovation and transformation in November 2002, the restaurant, now accommodating 100 guests, reopened to the public under the name “Red Post Coach Restaurant,” remaining faithful to its original objectives. Strengthening the close connection to the “namesake” Gyula Krúdy, the 60-seat interior is named the “Krúdy Room,” offering a milieu reminiscent of the turn of the century and featuring live Hungarian Gypsy music from Thursday to Saturday. The 40-seat “Library” private room replicates a library from Krúdy’s time, serving as a warm and comfortable venue for business lunches/dinners or larger family events. From April to October, the restaurant expands with an 80-seat terrace facing Ráday Street, becoming a favored spot for guests depending on the weather.

The writer was well-known for his love of eating, drinking, loving, and cherishing life! Through his novels, he left us a wealth of treasures, and we aim to convey a part of it: that the joy of eating is not a reprehensible pleasure in life; eating brings happiness, and for this reason, we work to ensure that as many guests as possible leave happily!

The team at “Red Stagecoach” Restaurant

THE MAGIC OF LIVE MUSIC

In our restaurant, you can regularly enjoy your dinner accompanied by live music. Budai Gyula (dulcimer), Fehér István (violinist), and Farkas Sándor (double bass) and their three-member Gypsy band entertain our guests on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays with traditional Hungarian songs in the “Krúdy” main hall.

OUR WINE SELECTION

WHITE

RosÉ

Red

Sparkling

PACKAGE OFFERS

FAMILY EVENTS: BIRTHDAYS, CHRISTENINGS.

For large family events (15-40 people), we recommend our private “Library” room, which with its warm atmosphere and child-friendly dining furniture can be an ideal venue for families arriving with a large group of children. Guests can decide whether they prefer À la Carte dining or our pre-arranged “Family” menu when making a reservation. We serve the “Family menu” with plate service, providing the advantage of faster and smoother service. For the little ones, there is an option to order a “small portion” from our menu offerings, and in this case, please specify in advance how many children are expected at the event. In the event of birthdays, guests can bring their own cake for lunch/dinner, and our waitstaff will be happy to assist in serving it to the celebrant. For mini gatherings (5-10 people), we have the option to separate the celebrants from incoming guests in the main hall of the restaurant. For information about our current menu offerings and any other specific requests, feel free to contact our colleagues at the provided contacts!

WEDDINGS, SILVER, AND GOLDEN ANNIVERSARIES.

Our restaurant is the ideal venue for couples and their guests looking for a traditional, Hungarian ambiance on their most beautiful day. Located just a 5-minute walk from Bakáts Square, our internal hall and private room, evoking the romantic period of the writer, Gyula Krúdy, can comfortably accommodate and host up to 120 people in total, in which case our restaurant operates as a closed-event venue. For smaller weddings, up to 40 people, we can offer our “Library” private room, which can be completely separated from our internal space, ensuring an undisturbed celebration. We put together a traditional menu tailored to everyone’s taste for dinner, but we can also fulfill individual requests upon request. One of the essential elements of every wedding is the role of the band, as wonderful musicians are needed for the perfect atmosphere. If there is no pre-booked band, we can assist in this as well: from traditional wedding musicians to a bar band playing modern hits or even a house party DJ, we can recommend artists from a wide repertoire, who are recurring performers in our restaurant. Let’s not forget about the decoration: although the venue itself is inherently charming, we dress it up in a special way for the big day, and we are open to working with the couple’s own decorator to create the appropriate atmosphere. After considering the exact number of guests and their preferences, we provide a personalized quote, so feel free to inquire at our contacts!

COMPANY DINNERS, TEAM-BUILDING.

Are you looking for a venue for your company event where you can organize your company’s team-building, dinner, and even the evening party without having to go to a separate location? Our team is ready to make your events unforgettable in the unique atmosphere of our restaurant, where all conditions are met for the simultaneous entertainment of up to 120 people! Our excellent location (at the Kálvin Square transportation hub), easy accessibility, and the accommodation offers from the surrounding hotels (Ibis, Korona, LifeStyle Hotel) create an ideal foundation for your venue selection criteria. Our restaurant is fully at your disposal with maximum attention: we can provide a dinner menu and drink selection that satisfies every need, and if desired, we can also offer live Gypsy music and wine tasting. We are open to individual ideas as well. If special dishes are involved, we plan everything tailored to personal preferences. The restaurant has excellent technical background equipment, including a projector, stage, and sound system. Furthermore, there is the option of exclusive venue rental, allowing you to enjoy your event without interruption. Whether it’s a presentation, lecture, or celebration, we have everything for a successful execution. If you want to continue the entertainment after dinner, don’t miss out on our entertaining and elegant Piano & Music Bar in the restaurant’s cellar, which can accommodate 80 people at once and where you can surprise your colleagues with programs featuring various musical styles and even guest performers. Don’t hesitate, request our quote and choose Vörös Postakocsi Restaurant for your next company event!

GROUPS, BACHELORETTE AND BACHELOR PARTIES.

In Budapest’s Ráday Street, Vörös Postakocsi Restaurant greets you with a warm welcome, providing excellent services for various groups. For student and retiree groups, tourist groups, friend gatherings, or bachelorette and bachelor parties, we can offer our 40-person “Library” private room, which can be completely separated from our internal space, ensuring that no one disturbs the joint program. We give special attention to groups, as they can enjoy numerous advantages, such as ordering a pre-arranged, fixed menu, which is significantly more discounted than our À la Carte menu. Thanks to the pre-scheduled time, we can also take care of colorful programs. One popular choice for our guest groups is the Hungarian folklore show, where, with respect for traditions, the dinner procedure takes place with the participation of a 3-piece Gypsy band and beautiful musical accompaniment, guaranteeing an experiential and entertaining time. The evening can be made even more memorable with the inclusion of folk dancers, who revive traditional Hungarian culture. The ideal venue for bachelorette and bachelor parties is our underground Piano & Music Bar, which can accommodate more than 80 people. Besides being a fully-fledged event venue suitable for closed music/dance events, it is equipped with comfortable seating, tables, and a bar providing a varied drink selection, and we can also organize a buffet dinner. In all cases, we adapt flexibly to individual needs beyond our basic offerings and are happy to help with the organization of your event. We look forward to welcoming your groups to Vörös Postakocsi Restaurant, where traditions, gastronomy, and entertainment come together!

THOSE WHO HAPPILY RETURN TO US

REVIEWS

Andrea
Andrea
2024-02-25
The food was fresh and amazing. The amount of food was more then i can eat. The stuff is polite. I reccomend it.
Alexey Rusinov
Alexey Rusinov
2023-12-27
Food was good, but live music experience was amazing. The trio took our music order and brought something truly special in our Budapest experience.
Stan Alexandru
Stan Alexandru
2023-12-17
Traditional Hungarian restaurant for which we just stopped randomly as it was in our way to the city centre. The food was good but not extraordinary. Goulash soup was served very hot 🔥
Kasper Sørensen
Kasper Sørensen
2023-10-25
The beef stew had me daydreaming - not an experience I get THAT often. Highly recommended. Very nice decor, service was great as well. Music felt a little out of touch with the overall vibe - but it's just a funny detail.
Chengkang Lee (Ethan)
Chengkang Lee (Ethan)
2019-05-12
Tasty Hungarian style gooseliver (sauteed and placed on top of Hungarian veggie stew) , goulash, and braised pork ribs, as suggested by the waiter. Not too salty for my taste. Live music performance, but performer might go to your table as a hint to tip them. Better to prepare some bankbotes in advance in your wallet if you find the performance good, which was true in my case.
Kovacs Istvan
Kovacs Istvan
2018-11-13
Me and my wife took part in the wine tasting event. Wines from Szárazhegy winery were presented by the winemaker himself. Two dining rooms were packed with guests. We had a great time, wines and meals were very good quality at a friendly price. We will definitely come back.

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The processing of your question may take up to 24 hours, but we usually respond faster and confirm your online reservation, which becomes valid only after our response. We only accept requests for a quote here or at our email address, but you can also reserve a table immediately by phone at the following numbers:

Table reservation is not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended during evening hours and on weekends for a secure spot.
For groups or parties of 10 or more, coordination is necessary, either by phone or email.