Budapest’s brunch scene is no longer worth exploring solely for classic egg-based breakfasts. Tucked away in one of the quieter corners of Veres Pálné Street, Sirap Brunch & More is particularly charming because it adds a distinctive, playful world to the familiar brunch experience. The Parisian-style interior filled with tiny details, the eye-catching dishes and, above all, the unique bear-themed drinks come together to create a place that is just as enjoyable to look around and linger in as it is to eat at.
Opened in December 2024, Sirap is a family-run business created by Virág Bettenbuch, Edit Fodor and Zoltán Szabó, and that personal touch can be felt throughout the atmosphere. The parents prepare the food in the kitchen, while Virág welcomes guests and prepares the drinks, often helping out in the kitchen as well. Gastronomy has always played an important role in the family’s life, and Sirap has become their own little Budapest expression of this shared passion. They are constantly looking for new ideas, keeping up with the latest trends and adding new creations to the menu from time to time.
A Little Parisian Gem on Veres Pálné Street
The origin of Sirap’s name only becomes truly clear once we step inside. Alongside the name’s reference to Paris, numerous small details throughout the interior evoke the atmosphere of the French capital. The distinctive chairs, the decorations on the walls and even the architectural silhouette hidden in the logo all point in the same direction. The overall effect really does feel like stepping into a tiny, carefully decorated jewellery box.
One of Sirap’s greatest strengths is precisely this attention to detail. There is seating downstairs next to the huge glass windows, as well as a more intimate space upstairs, while the terrace overlooking the quiet street is another lovely choice for a coffee or a longer brunch. The atmosphere is both charming and refined, while the friendly service adds to the feeling that guests are genuinely welcomed here.
Brunch Classics with a Few Surprises
The kitchen’s offering is built around familiar brunch favourites, but Sirap also likes to step outside the usual from time to time. Alongside fried eggs, scrambled eggs and eggs benedict, the egg dishes also include Turkish eggs, served with dill yoghurt, poached eggs, cayenne pepper oil and toast. The dish already looks particularly appealing when it arrives at the table, with the colours and textures of the different elements coming together beautifully. The poached eggs, creamy dill yoghurt and toast create the kind of comforting yet exciting combination we look for in a brunch classic.
The flavours came together in a pleasant harmony, while the cayenne pepper oil added just enough spice to lift the creamier elements without becoming too intense or overpowering. Using labneh instead of yoghurt could perhaps give the dish an even fuller, slightly deeper character, but even as it is, this is a dish that can easily hold its own as the centrepiece of a leisurely brunch.
Among the bread-based breakfasts, the menu also features fried toast made from a homemade recipe, as well as French toast and avocado toast, making it easy for fans of more classic flavours to find their favourite. At Sirap, the avocado toast comes with mozzarella pearls, tomatoes and a fried egg, turning the familiar combination into a slightly more substantial dish that feels perfectly suited to brunch. They certainly don’t skimp on the avocado here, with the toast arriving generously loaded and giving the impression of a hearty breakfast at first glance. The fresh tomatoes and mozzarella pearls complement the creamy base beautifully, while the fried egg makes the dish not only more filling but also more enjoyable as a whole. If you’re looking for a lighter yet still satisfying way to start the day, it’s hard to go wrong with this plate.
Among the full breakfast options, there is also a speciality that we haven’t come across at many Budapest brunch spots so far: the Bavarian breakfast. At the centre of the plate is a Bavarian sausage, accompanied by sauerkraut, bacon and house-made mustard. The combination is more distinctive and considerably more filling than the classic breakfast options, making it a great choice for those who probably won’t be looking for a separate lunch after brunch. We particularly enjoy seeing slightly more unusual dishes like this on a menu, as alongside the familiar brunch classics, they are what really give a place its own character.
Several additional toppings can be added to the dishes, while gluten-free bread is also available, making it easy to customise your breakfast to suit your own preferences.
Sirap Pancakes Where the Presentation Is Part of the Experience
If you’re in the mood for something sweet, Sirap’s pancakes deserve a chapter of their own. Alongside the chocolate banana, white chocolate blueberry and raspberry pistachio versions, the presentation alone is worth taking a moment to appreciate. The sauce is placed inside a separate metal frame, which is then lifted to let it cascade over the pancakes right in front of the guest. It’s a simple idea, but that’s exactly what makes the whole experience feel a little more playful and memorable.
We went for the raspberry pistachio version, and it was particularly impressive. The raspberry doesn’t just appear as a topping but is also incorporated into the batter, while the pistachio beautifully complements the fruity character. It’s a generous, sweet breakfast that works just as well for anyone craving something more dessert-like instead of a savoury brunch dish. Given its size and generous toppings, it can easily be shared between two people, making it a great way to finish a brunch together or enjoy as dessert after a more substantial breakfast.
Alongside the classic pancakes, the menu also features sushi pancakes in combinations such as Nutella banana, white chocolate strawberry, raspberry pistachio and Biscoff banana. And if you’re looking to try something completely different, there’s panketti, essentially spaghetti made from pancake batter, served with seasonal fruit, chocolate and raspberry sauce. The sweet French toast with citrus vanilla sauce and raspberry gel is another exciting alternative, while the yoghurt granola served with homemade forest fruit gel and seasonal fruit offers a lighter option.
If we’re not coming for a full brunch but simply looking for something sweet to enjoy with an afternoon coffee, it’s still worth taking a look at the counter. At Sirap, you can choose from several homemade cakes and cookies, with favourites such as Biscoff, Nutella and Twix cookies regularly making an appearance.
What makes the cookies special, however, goes beyond their flavours. They are freshly made on site and decorated by Edit herself, making each one feel a little more personal than your average counter-top treat. We tried the Kinder Bueno version, where the rich, creamy flavour of the homemade caramel sauce really stood out. It’s exactly the kind of little sweet treat that makes it easy to say you’ll just have one cookie, only to find yourself staying a little longer.
Sirap’s True Signatures: The Bear-Themed Drinks
If we had to highlight one thing that makes Sirap’s visual identity particularly memorable, it would probably be the bear-themed drinks. Different drinks come with homemade chocolate or ice cubes shaped like little bears, which don’t just work as decoration but also add to the flavour of the drink.
The iced drinks feature exciting combinations such as ube coconut cloud, mango coconut cloud and matcha coconut cloud, all made with a coconut water base. For those looking for something creamier and more dessert-like, there is also a caramel vanilla frappuccino, magic milkshake, coconut mango milkshake and ube matcha milkshake.
The coffee menu goes well beyond espresso and lattes, too. The salted caramel cold foam iced coffee, ube cold foam iced coffee and ruby chocolate cold foam iced coffee each have their own distinct character, while the chocolate bears served alongside them add another layer to Sirap’s eye-catching concept.
One of the best parts, however, is when we get to put the drink together ourselves. We can pour the milk and espresso over the bear-shaped ice, making the preparation not only more visually appealing but also adding a playful element to the coffee experience. It’s this kind of detail that makes Sirap’s drinks more than just something that looks good in photos: they genuinely become part of the experience.
Sirap Brunch & More is a great example of how a brunch spot can be given its own distinct character. The family background, the Parisian-inspired jewellery-box atmosphere, the constantly evolving creative menu and the bear-themed drinks come together to create a combination that is hard to find elsewhere in Budapest. Whether it’s a leisurely weekend brunch, an afternoon coffee or simply an eye-catching drink with a homemade treat, Sirap on Veres Pálné Street can easily earn a spot on our city-centre list of places to discover.
Sirap Brunch & More
Address: Budapest, Veres Pálné u. 14. 14, 1053
You can make a reservation via this link
Photos: Lepsik Norbert – Brunch Budapest