Recommended Ruin Bars, Craft beer or Breweries in Budapest

Here is the best collection of ruin pubs: The list is on the left of the page. I’m not a big pub guy (I hang out in wine bars), but I get the impression that Mazel Tov is the sort of place you are looking for and it will take you to an accessible part of town that tourist don't often see. Love the place: http://ruinpubs.com/

For craft been here is the list. I have been to Jónás Craft Beer House and, it in and of its self, isnt the most inspired place; but it is in the Bálna on the river and that alone makes it worth the effort: https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2015/jun/05/top-10-craft-beer-bars-budapest-hungary

AND, in the event that you do want to hang out in a wine bar, then Doblo Wine & Bar is a great upscale example while Kadarka Bar is the place to go after you have been walking all afternoon; https://dailynewshungary.com/top-10-wine-bars-in-hungary/

Also, don't forget the Palinka: https://welovebudapest.com/budapest.and.hungary/explainer.palinka.hungary.s.classic.spirit

James, thanks for your reply to this and countless other posts I have reviewed during my 2+ months of planning this trip. Most helpful. Take care.

The ruin bars are incredibly fun and eclectic !

Try Szimpla and Mika Tivador - we spent more time taking photos inside than actually having a drink !