The most famous gastronomic attraction of the town of Gyula is the Hundred-year-old Confectionery. Should you wish to take the journey, and explore the “Békés” gastronomy in a deeper way, the reception of the Elizabeth Hotel**** recommends the following restaurants.

‘Százéves Cukrászda’ Confectionery

The ‘Százéves’ Confectionery was furnished by its first owner, Andrew Salis, in 1840. Its original furniture has been restored recently, other rooms furnished and an open chimney confectioner’s museum was added. Its name, Százéves cukrászda, literally means the Hundred Year Old Confectionery. Although it is getting older each year, its name has remained since its centenary. From the middle of the 19th century it was named the Reinhardt Confectionery after the owner. Having stayed unchanged for one and a half centuries, the furnishings of the corner room of the confectionery are now listed heritage. The two adjoining rooms are furnished with Biedermeier furniture according to the original design. There is a small exhibition of confection and pastry-making equipment in the corridor while the cake-shop itself evokes the world of the mid 19th century. Website: www.cukraszok.hu

‘Kézműves Cukrászda’ Confectionery

The Kézműves was founded and opened in 1998 and since then, became one of the most renowned and regarded confectioneries in the entire ‘Tiszántúl’ region. Located in the heart of the pedestrian area in the Városház Street, the Kézműves offers coffee specialities, and a wide range of home-made pastry. The highlight of the confectionery however, is its ice-cream selection: highly recommended for enthusiasts. Website: www.cukraszok.hu

‘Bodoky Kávéműhely’ Coffee-shop

At the bridge-head of the pedestrian street in the centre stands the Bodoky, a tiny, but charming, coffee-shop with neat interior and an intimate terrace. The baristas of the Bodoky will prepare really rare and quality coffee drinks for the visitors. Try the famous ‘málnaszörp’ – raspberry syrup –; it’s a must-have!

Kisködmön Restaurant

The most renowned restaurant by far of Gyula, it’s such a must of a first visit to the city like the Castle itself. The enchanting traditional interior and ambience, together with the historical Menu guides you to extinct ages and a special experience.

Sörpince Restaurant

Located in the centre, with a terrace overlooking the refurbished ‘Kossuth tér’ and the fountains, the Sörpince is one of the most visited restaurants of Gyula. The unique view makes it the most popular, but the menu and the dishes themselves are of high quality as well. Recommended specialties are the ‘zúzagulyás’ stew, the pancakes filled the curd cheese and fruits and the catfish with noodles.

Patrióta Restaurant

The name of the restaurant – patriot – reflects the owners’ approach to local gastronomy. Authentic ambience and menu, lashings of the 19th century. The most renowned specialities are the ‘Körösi’ chowder with home-smoked fish, the pork tenderloin filled ‘Gyulai Kolbász’ sausages and the ‘Szarvas vetrece’ – venison stew.