Xpat Opinion: Nobu Budapest Restaurant, Bad Feedback, & Management?

  • 22 Nov 2012 9:45 AM
Xpat Opinion: Nobu Budapest Restaurant, Bad Feedback, & Management?
Nobu Budapest is presently ranked a rather dismal 126th in the independent Tripadviser list of restaurants in Budapest. This comes as quite a surprise since around the world this high-end eatery is usually regarded as a top choice for a reliably enjoyable experience. So what's up with Nobu in Hungary? From the candid bad feedback on Tripadviser it seems (m)any negative aspects relate to the restaurant's local management of food and service quality: inconsistent, music: overbearing, interior decoration: dull, pricing: comparatively steep. While it does have its fans - who perhaps may not know better - below are only a few independent quotes supporting the current conclusion that Nobu Budapest is not worth a visit due to the apparent risk of a bad dining experience.

Disappointed - Reviewed 4 October 2012
“My parents and I were disappointed of our dining experience at the Nobu (Budapest)…We made reservations before leaving home and were looking forward to an unforgettable fine dining experience. But most of all we were annoyed by the loud pop music to the point that we had to ask the server if they could turn it down. “

Unimpressive - Reviewed 4 September 2012
“Unfortunately, the quality was not up to the standard expected at this price range. It is also very expensive comparative to other comparable restaurants in Budapest.“

Too expensive for Budapest - Reviewed 20 August 2012
We went there wondering would be as nice as the others Nobus…it was ok, nothing special, and for the price I expected much better. Many other better places to eat on Budapest.

Very poor service - Reviewed 30 July 2012
“As a Japanese food lover, this restaurant, regrettably, cannot be considered as a Japanese restaurant at all. Japanese menu cannot be provided and the waiters cannot explain what is set out in the menu. If you want to try real Japanese food, please go somewhere else… the waiter expressly asked me for a tip after I signed the bill paid to my room. The bill had already charged an additional of 12.5% as service charge and we did not receive any service at all. I will not recommend this restaurant”

Expensive - Reviewed 4 July 2012
“the food was very expensive bearing in mind the selection was basic. Did not enjoy the overpowering taste of the oil and greasiness of the fried food “

Shame to Nobu's Name - Reviewed 23 June 2012
“Having eaten in several Nobu locations (New York and Milan), this location is a complete disgrace to the reputation Nobu has built up. I ordered the Chicken Teriyaki and it was completely repulsive. The chicken had the consistency of plastic and the sauce was sour.”

Not up to Nobu Standards - Reviewed 23 May 2012
“if you have been to Nobu London, or Miami, for example, no way would you recognize the interior/ambience of Nobu Budapest. Bad yellow overhead lighting, bad decor, etc. As for the food, I would agree 100% with Katy83 -- "Well below the standards set by other Nobu restaurants."

Disappointing meal - Reviewed 19 May 2012
“We were very disappointed with our meal at Nobu Budapest and felt that Nobu Budapest was well below the standards set by other Nobu restaurants we have been to…”

The above are all quotes from independant individuals on TripAdvisor.com

By Tim Yen

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