Apicius Étterem és Kávéház
Herend
Restaurant in Herend, Hungary
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Apicius Étterem és Kávéház is a practical Herend option when staying local matters more than chasing a credentialed destination meal. It suits easy dates, family meals, or business catch-ups.
About Apicius Étterem és Kávéház
Apicius Étterem és Kávéház is in Herend and has a smart casual dress code. It is a practical local option for a meal in a straightforward setting.
A sensible Herend choice when the meal matters but should stay easy
The case for considering it is direct: it is in Herend, and the smart-casual dress code gives diners a basic sense of how to prepare. It works best as a simple, convenient choice rather than a destination built around a specific dining concept.
For a broader Herend plan, pair this page with Our full Herend restaurants guide, then check Our full Herend hotels guide, Our full Herend bars guide, Our full Herend wineries guide, and Our full Herend experiences guide if the meal is part of a longer itinerary.
Where to cross-shop if the occasion needs a clearer angle
If you want to compare Apicius Étterem és Kávéház with other regional dining options, consider Casa Christa, Petrányi Csopak, Oliva Étterem, Szent Donát Márga Bisztró, or Söptei Pincészet és Étterem. Keep the comparison practical: choose based on the details each venue provides directly, such as availability, current menu information, and whether the setting fits the occasion.
Quick read: choose Apicius Étterem és Kávéház for a smart-casual meal in Herend; cross-shop if you need more detail before committing.
Planning details
- Location
- Herend, Kossuth Lajos u. 137, 8440 Hungary
- Website
- herend.com
- Phone
- +3688523235
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Apicius sits modestly on Kossuth Lajos utca, projecting the kind of refined provincial character that suits Herend’s porcelain‑minded visitors and the local community alike. It reads more café than headline destination restaurant: approachable and quietly assured rather than theatrical. The street-front setting among older civic buildings gives the place a gentle historic charm; service and presentation aim for quality without the airs of a distant fine‑dining corridor. The overall sense is relaxed and familiar: a small‑town restaurant that values good cooking and civility over culinary grandstanding.
Best For
This is a practical spot for daytime visitors to the Herend Porcelain Manufactory and for locals who want reliable, well‑executed meals in a town‑centre setting. It works especially well for midday stops, coffee and light meals, and casual lunches where diners expect solid regional cooking rather than a protracted tasting menu. Groups passing through town and visitors looking for a pleasant sit‑down near the manufactory find it convenient; it fills the gap between quick cafés and the long drive required to reach the fine‑dining belt in the region.
Ordering Tips
Expect a café‑restaurant programme geared toward daytime and early‑evening trade; think coffee service, light plates and straightforward regional dishes rather than elaborate tasting menus. If you’re visiting after a manufactory tour, plan for lunch or an afternoon coffee break, when the place matches the flow of town life. For groups or special visits it’s prudent to check availability in advance, since the restaurant relies on both daily local trade and intermittent visitor influxes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Elegant grand hall and intimate gallery with sophisticated porcelain tableware creating a refined, peaceful atmosphere.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Quiet
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Seasonal
- Menu Format
- A la carte
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Herend, Kossuth Lajos u. 137, 8440 Hungary
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Oliva Étterem, Notable alternative
- Casa Christa, €€ · Mediterranean Cuisine, €€
- Szent Donát Márga Bisztró, Notable alternative
- Petrányi Csopak, €€ · Traditional Cuisine, €€ · Traditional Cuisine
- Söptei Pincészet és Étterem, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in the Herend orbit
Apicius Étterem és Kávéház is the local, low-friction choice: book it when the group wants to stay in Herend and avoid turning dinner into a wider outing. Casa Christa has the clearer value signal for diners who want a known €€ Mediterranean option, while Petrányi Csopak is easier to choose in advance if traditional cuisine is the priority.
For atmosphere-led meals outside Herend, Szent Donát Márga Bisztró and Söptei Pincészet és Étterem read as better fits when wine-country context matters. Oliva Étterem is another cross-shop if the brief is simply a nearby restaurant with a different setting.
Apicius Étterem és Kávéház is an easy option in Herend.
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Compare Apicius Étterem és Kávéház
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apicius Étterem és Kávéház | Herend | , | , | No published awards |
| Oliva Étterem | Veszprem | , | , | No published awards |
| Casa Christa | Balatonszőlős | €€ · Mediterranean Cuisine | €€ | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Szent Donát Márga Bisztró | Csopak | , | , | No published awards |
| Petrányi Csopak | Csopak | €€ · Traditional Cuisine | , | 2025 Michelin Plate |
| Söptei Pincészet és Étterem | Csopak | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Apicius Étterem és Kávéház?
For comparison, you can look at other Herend dining options generically, or compare Apicius Étterem és Kávéház with Oliva Étterem, Casa Christa, Petrányi Csopak, Szent Donát Márga Bisztró, and Söptei Pincészet és Étterem.
Can Apicius Étterem és Kávéház accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a group, contact the venue ahead of time to confirm space, timing, and reservation requirements.
Is Apicius Étterem és Kávéház good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a smart-casual meal in Herend. Choose it if the basics fit your occasion.
What should a first-timer know about Apicius Étterem és Kávéház?
First-timers should know that Apicius Étterem és Kávéház is in Herend and has a smart-casual dress code.