Sáo food&bar

Asian Restaurants in Budapest District XII

4.5 (1,474)

Category	Asian Restaurants
Address	Budapest, Apor Vilmos tér 11, 1124
Street	Apor Vilmos tér
Area	Budapest District XII
Phone	+36 20 319 4099
Google rating	4.5 (1,474)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 2, 2026

Opening hours

Monday	11:00–23:00
Tuesday	11:00–23:00
Wednesday	11:00–23:00
Thursday	11:00–23:00
Friday	11:00–23:00
Saturday	11:00–23:00
Sunday	11:00–23:00

About Sáo food&bar

Fresh and classic Vietnamese and Chinese dishes, unique cocktails and mocktails, authentic interior design.

Located at Budapest, Apor Vilmos tér 11, 1124, Sáo food&bar operates as an Asian restaurant serving Budapest District XII. 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.

Published opening hours: daily, 11:00–23:00. It is open seven days a week. It opens on Sunday too, as many restaurants and cafés in Hungary do. Hours can differ on public holidays and long weekends, so check before you go. You can reach Sáo food&bar on +36 20 319 4099; calling is the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, saobudapest.com.

Customers rate it 4.5 out of 5 on Google across 1,474 reviews, a score that reflects consistently positive feedback.

Budapest District XII is one of Budapest's 23 districts. Life in the capital moves at a big-city pace: businesses often keep longer hours than in smaller towns, many shops, bars and restaurants stay open late, and nonstop shops serve customers around the clock. The Danube banks, Buda Castle and Andrássy út are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and the Széchenyi, Gellért and Rudas baths and the ruin bars of District VII draw visitors all year. Public transport is run by BKK, with four metro lines, trams, buses and the HÉV suburban railway; on Friday afternoons and before long weekends the roads out of the city jam up, so leave extra time. In Budapest, BKK passes and tickets can be bought in the BudapestGO app, and parking in the centre is charged by zone, typically on weekdays from 8:00 to 20:00.

How Sáo food&bar compares with other asian restaurants in Budapest District XII

With 1,474 Google reviews it is the most-reviewed of the 6 asian restaurants listed in Budapest District XII.
It usually closes at 11 PM, later than 4 of the 5 asian restaurants in Budapest District XII that publish their hours.
It shares Apor Vilmos tér with 30 other listed businesses.
Nearest other asian restaurants: Nefrit Kínai Étterem 香江楼 (0.2 km), padthai wokbar MOM Sport (0.8 km), Panda Kínai Gyorsétterem (1.0 km)

Latest Google reviews

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

Gabriella Muzsnai a month ago

I had a takeaway but the girl who attended to me was extremely pleasant and precise! Good food, decent quantity ( I had two meals from it!) It looks like a chill spot as well

Istvan Toth 4 months ago

I first visited SAO in the 11th district last November, and I absolutely loved the experience. What made it especially memorable was an Asian waitress from Bangladesh( if i remember right) who was incredibly kind, patient, and polite. Since I have food allergies and quite a few requirements, she carefully suggested dishes for me especially the fresh summer roll and curry and everything turned out amazing. Her hospitality truly stood out. I recently visited again. Although I didn’t experience the same level of hospitality this time, the food was still very good, and the atmosphere remained wonderful and cozy. Overall, it’s still a place I would definitely recommend for both the food and ambiance.

Ayshe Brandts a year ago

We remembered this place from a previous visit to Budapest. Really excellent, fresh and tasty food. We were a little late arriving but it was not an issue. Service was fast and friendly. The red curry was very tasty with good depth of flavour and spices, the vegetable tempura crispy with generous portions and the mango salad had a lovely dressing. The only issue was that all dishes arrived at the same time and our table was simply not big enough! I would recommend this place if you love zingy, Asian food.

Anna a year ago

Small and cozy Asian restaurant with pleasant atmosphere. The food was tasty and fresh, we really enjoyed it. Prices are a bit higher, but the quality and nice environment make up for it. A big plus is the open garden, which feels calm and inviting – perfect for warm days.

Tamas Toth a year ago

One of my favorite places for Asian food in Budapest. The service, the atmosphere, and (of course) the food are magnificent. And I love the scent of incense in the indoor dining area. Having been to SE Asia many times, this place is the closest I can get to rekindling the memories I have from the streets of Saigon and Hanoi. Maybe just one suggestion, knowing that sugar is a staple in Vietnamese dishes, is that a bit less sugar would allow the flavors to fuse a bit better. But I am generally anti-sugar, so take this advice with a pinch of salt :) I will return for sure. Thank you for being such pros!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Sáo food&bar located?

Sáo food&bar is at Budapest, Apor Vilmos tér 11, 1124, in Budapest District XII. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Sáo food&bar?

Sáo food&bar is listed as an Asian restaurant.

What are the opening hours of Sáo food&bar?

Published hours: daily, 11:00–23:00. Hours can change on public holidays (such as Christmas Eve, Christmas, Easter or 20 August), so call before a special trip.

Is Sáo food&bar open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday the hours are 11:00–23:00. 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 20 319 4099. Bookings may also be possible via saobudapest.com.

How is Sáo food&bar rated on Google?

Sáo food&bar has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,474 reviews.

Are there other asian restaurants near Sáo food&bar?

Yes. Budapest District XII also has Jin Man Tang kínai étterem, Nefrit Kínai Étterem 香江楼, Panda Kínai Gyorsétterem among others; see the full list of asian restaurants at the bottom of this page.