Expert recommendations of the best clubs, bars, and other after-dark venues.
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A38 Hajó
“One wouldn't expect a Ukrainian carrier ship on the Danube to be the most vibrant cultural center in Budapest, but for jazz and funk, electronic, ethno, and rock, this is the scene.”—László Harkányi, editor, Fidelio music program guide. Buda side of Petőfi Bridge; tel. +36 1 464 3940. www.a38.hu
White Heaven
“Among the top choices of the city’s refined partygoers; nighttime lounge serving top-shelf spirits and pálinka.”—Daniel Freeman, deputy editor, Budapest Funzine. Club attracts a polished, international clientele. V. Szent István tér 4-5; www.thewhiteheaven.com/
Szimpla Kert
“Dread-headed DJs surf the web on their Macbooks while rubbing elbows with art students and bicycle messengers downing shots of Unicum and cheap draft beers.”—Daniel Freeman. First of the city’s “ruin gardens”—gritty, open-air clubs operating in courtyards of abandoned buildings. VII. Kazinczy utca 14; www.szimpla.hu
Columbus Jazzklub
“By far at the most scenic spot in town, yet the real reason to go is the lineup of musicians.”—László Harkányi. The best of Hungarian jazz each night. V. Vigadó tér, landing stage no. 4; tel. +36 1 266 9013. www.majazz.hu
Barokko Club & Lounge
“The archetypal restaurant/lounge/disco in the very popular Liszt Ferenc square area, with plenty of pretty people drinking mojitos and getting their groove on to house, Latin, and funk music.”—Daniel Freeman. VI. Liszt Ferenc tér 5; www.barokko.hu
