the very fist pub that we shall discuss (not the first, neither for me, nor - I presume - for you, but it is for us), is the great Janis' Pub. It has quite a central location as it were, it is just off Egyetem tér in the 5th district on Királyi Pál utca, within easy walking distance from Kálvin tér (where you'll find the underground station and subway), right in the heart of the city. [map]
It is as pub-like as it gets. Wonderful, long bar that goes almost the entire length of the ground floor, round booths, great interior design - not unlike any self-respecting seaside pub. Wood all over, many artefacts relating to the sea and harbours.The fact that the Janis the pub was named after is Janis Joplin is less obvious unless one pays some attention when entering (little door-window), of it they see the lower floor, where it becomes more obvious (sculpture and many pictures in the stairway).
Close it may be to the University (particularly the Faculty of Law), it is not suited for the budget the average student has to manage with. As you can see on this partial menu, there is a host of beers and liquor to choose from.
This is a pub that looks, smells, feels like a pub (even though the sounds of cheap pop may occasionally spoil the sensation). The atmosphere is terrific, it doesn't take long to feel oneself at home. Service is great, this is still one of those places where the bartenders know how to assure that you'll come back.
