Traditional Hungarian soup cooking in a pot

Vacsi köz 21, Kecskemét

Traditional Hungarian
Home Cooking.

Time‑honoured family recipes, daily fresh menus, and the unmistakable taste of Hungary. From rich goulash to crispy schnitzel, every dish is made with care.

A warm pot of Hungarian goulash soup
Cozy traditional Hungarian restaurant interior

Our Story

A Kecskemét Institution
for Generations

For decades, Csaplár Restaurant has been the heart of home‑style Hungarian cooking in Kecskemét. What started as a small family kitchen has grown into a beloved local gathering place, yet the essence remains the same: honest food made from scratch.

Our recipes come straight from grandmother's notebook — goulash that simmers for hours, schnitzel pounded thin and fried golden, and desserts that taste exactly like Sunday afternoons at home. We use only fresh, locally sourced ingredients and never compromise on quality.

"Real Hungarian flavours, just like Grandma used to make." — The Csaplár Family

Fresh Hungarian paprika, onions and vegetables

Our Kitchen

Everything Starts
with Fresh Ingredients

No premade stocks, no shortcuts. Our kitchen operates like a Hungarian home: early mornings, fresh produce, and the unmistakable aroma of paprika and garlic.

01

Hand‑Selected Paprika

Sweet and hot Hungarian paprika are the soul of every stew and soup.

02

Locally Sourced Meats

Premium pork, chicken and beef from trusted regional farmers.

03

Fresh Dairy & Eggs

Rich sour cream, túró cheese and farm eggs for creamy sauces and dumplings.

04

Seasonal Vegetables

Tomatoes, peppers, onions and root vegetables – picked at peak ripeness.

Guest Favorites

What Kecskemét Loves Most

The three dishes our regulars come back for again and again.

#1

Goulash Soup

Our signature. Hearty, paprika‑rich beef soup that tastes exactly like a Hungarian grandmother's kitchen.

Ft 2,100
#2

Chicken Paprikash

Velvety sauce, fall‑apart chicken, and those irresistible nokedli dumplings. Pure comfort on a plate.

Ft 3,200
#3

Somlói Galuska

Our legendary dessert. Three types of sponge cake, chocolate cream, and rum — a sweet end to every meal.

Ft 1,800

Guest Reviews

What Our Guests Say

Find Us

Location & Hours

Quietly tucked away on Vacsi köz, just minutes from Kecskemét's main square. Walk‑ins always welcome.

Address
Vacsi köz 21
6000 Kecskemét, Hungary
Opening Hours
Monday – Saturday06:00 – 21:00 Sunday06:00 – 21:00
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Ready for a Hearty Meal?

Come Hungry.
Leave Happy.

Family recipes, fresh ingredients, and the cosiest dining room in Kecskemét — all waiting for you on Vacsi köz. No reservations needed, but a call ahead is always appreciated.