Zaj Café

Cafés & Coffee Shops in Budapest District VI

4.8 (577)

Category	Cafés & Coffee Shops · Bagelbolt, Pékség, Reggeliző étterem, Reggeliző
Address	Budapest, Jókai u. 11, 1066
Street	Jókai utca
Area	Budapest District VI
Phone	+36 20 263 4182
Google rating	4.8 (577)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 5, 2026 · updated Oct 6, 2026

Opening hours

Monday	8:00–20:00
Tuesday	8:00–20:00
Wednesday	8:00–20:00
Thursday	8:00–20:00
Friday	8:00–20:00
Saturday	9:00–20:00
Sunday	9:00–20:00

About Zaj Café

Látványcukrászat, mentes és klasszikus édességek, specilalty kávék. Pastry shop, classic and free-from treats. speciality coffee.

Located at Budapest, Jókai u. 11, 1066, Zaj Café operates as a café serving Budapest District VI. This page gathers the practical details people usually look for before visiting: where it is, how to reach it, when it opens and how customers rate it. Besides its main category, Google also lists it as bagelbolt, pékség, reggeliző étterem, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Restaurants in Hungary usually open from around 11:00 until about 22:00, while bars and ruin bars stay open much later from Thursday to Saturday. On weekdays many places serve a napi menü, a fixed-price lunch of soup and a main course, typically from 11:00 to 15:00. Book a table for Friday and Saturday evenings and public holidays. Many bills already include a service charge (usually 10–15%); if not, a tip of around 10% is customary but never compulsory. Many restaurants also accept the SZÉP card, the employer-funded leisure card.

According to Google, Zaj Café keeps these hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–20:00, Sat–Sun 9:00–20:00. It opens every day of the week. It opens on Sunday too, as many restaurants and cafés in Hungary do. Expect changes around holidays such as Christmas Eve, Christmas, Easter and 20 August, and call first if you are making a special trip. The listed phone number is +36 20 263 4182. It is shown in international format with the +36 country code, so it works from Hungary and from abroad alike; within Hungary you can also dial 06 instead of +36. More information is available on its website, cafe.zaj.hu.

On Google it holds a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 577 reviews, a strong result for a café that suggests consistent service.

How Zaj Café compares with other cafés & coffee shops in Budapest District VI

Among the 16 cafés & coffee shops in Budapest District VI with at least 20 reviews, only 3 are rated higher than its 4.8.
It shares Jókai utca with 30 other listed businesses.
Nearest other cafés & coffee shops: California Coffee Company (0.1 km), COFFEETUNED - specialty coffee (0.1 km), Mr. Beans Cafe & Brunch (0.2 km)

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Shikha Banerjie a month ago

Beautiful cafe hosted by sweet workers! The food was great and most importantly fostered a welcoming environment for me and my family. Definitely recommend!

Thomas Werther 3 months ago

We visited Zaj Café in the afternoon with a group of friends for some late breakfast, and it was absolutely amazing! • The Food & Drinks: The food was super fresh, beautifully served, and so delicious. The coffee and drinks were also perfect. It is the best place if you want breakfast later in the day. • The Service: A big thank you to the staff! They were incredibly friendly, fast, and helpful, even with our group. We felt very welcome. • The Atmosphere: The café is beautiful and cozy. It was the perfect spot to relax with friends during our trip. Conclusion: If you are in Budapest, you must visit this place. Highly recommended! Thank you for a wonderful afternoon – we will definitely come back! 🇭🇺☕️✨

Peter Benjamin 5 months ago

At Zaj Cafe, one finds a battle between the timeless and the misguided. The traditional pillars are, frankly, beyond reproach: the service is a masterclass, the coffee is proper, and the Rákóczi túrós is a transcendent, jam-covered (as it should be) artifact of a better era. When they stick to the classics, it is a triumph of city life under a cozy, shaded terrace. However, the moment they attempt to 'innovate,' the wheels come off the wagon. The omelet seems to be undergoing an identity crisis, presenting itself as a puffed-up soufflé rather than a simple, honest breakfast. It is decent, but unnecessary. And then there are the coffee cups—dark, dramatic ceramic vessels that prioritize 'artistic statement' over the basic human need to sip a liquid without a struggle. If it isn’t broken, don’t 'rethink' it into an obstacle. Five stars for the tradition; and one minus for the innovation. As always, YMMV.

Csilla Gulyás 5 months ago

One of the most friendly (and dog-friendly!!!) place in the 6th district. Everything is perfect: the coffee, the service, the food (try the Rákóczi Túrós, please, this is the original receipt and perfectly made). And full of handmade artistic ceramics, you can buy or just admire them :)

Aynur Karimli 7 months ago

The interior design is nice; however, the café was completely empty at the time of my visit. The staff and owners were standing in the middle of the café and speaking loudly across the space, which affected the atmosphere. Although the waitress tried to be kind, the overall experience did not feel particularly welcoming. The prices are higher than average for Budapest, yet there was nothing especially distinctive to justify them. It may be suitable for takeaway, but I personally would not choose to visit again.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Zaj Café located?

Zaj Café is at Budapest, Jókai u. 11, 1066, in Budapest District VI. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Zaj Café?

Zaj Café is listed as a café and is also tagged on Google as bagelbolt, pékség, reggeliző étterem.

What are the opening hours of Zaj Café?

Published hours: Mon–Fri 8:00–20:00, Sat–Sun 9:00–20:00. Hours can change on public holidays (such as Christmas Eve, Christmas, Easter or 20 August), so call before a special trip.

Is Zaj Café open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday the hours are 9:00–20:00. Most restaurants and cafés in Hungary open at weekends too.

Do I need to book a table?

On weekdays it is rarely necessary, but on Friday and Saturday evenings, public holidays and during big events booking helps. The simplest way is to call +36 20 263 4182. Bookings may also be possible via cafe.zaj.hu.

How is Zaj Café rated on Google?

Zaj Café has a Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 577 reviews.

Are there other cafés & coffee shops near Zaj Café?

Yes. Budapest District VI also has Caferol Coffee & Brunch, CORTO, COFFEETUNED - specialty coffee among others; see the full list of cafés & coffee shops at the bottom of this page.