The Gay Hussar - London
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    • Description:

    • Is it still the best Hungarian restaurant in the world? That's what some say. We can't agree until we've sampled every Hungarian restaurant in the world, but we're certain Gay Hussar would be near the top. Since 1953, it's been an intimate place with authentic cuisine, a loyal clientele of politicians, and a large international following, especially among visiting Hungarians. Begin with chilled wild-cherry soup or mixed Hungarian salami. Gutsy main courses include cabbage stuffed with minced veal and rice, half a perfectly done chicken in mild paprika sauce with cucumber salad and noodles, roast duck with red cabbage and caraway potatoes, and, of course, veal goulash with egg dumplings. Expect gigantic portions. For dessert, go with either the poppy-seed strudel or the walnut pancakes.

    • © Frommer's 2012

    User Reviews for The Gay Hussar

    •  

      Unique and still going strong

    • Nothing seems to have changed over the decades, with a menu that still begins with Cherry Soup. That's meant as a compliment rather than as a criticism as the restaurant feels...

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      Excellent and Authentic

    • We went to the Gay Hussar with my partner. We arrived early, and were shown to our table right away. The atmosphere is truly continental, as I grew up in Hungary I know what to expect...

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      We are Hungarians and we love it!

    • My brother and I regularly eat at the Gay Hussar. Truly authentic Hungarian taste. Even my brother loves it and him being a chef he can be really picky, but loves going to this restaurant. ...

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    Awards:

    Frommer's
    Frommer's
    •  Recommended 2010
    • Details

      • Contact:

      • visit website
      • tel: 020/7437-0973
      • fax: +44 20 7437 4631
      • send email

      • Address:

      • 2 Greek St., W1
      • London W1D 4NB

      • Neighborhood:

        • Soho/West End

      • Payments:

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      • Hours:

      • Mon-Sat 12:15-2:30pm and 5:30-10:45pm

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