Csirke Csibész
Opened in 1992, Csirke Csibész is an iconic chicken sandwich shop in Budapest's District 6. It's one of those democratic establishments that bring together people from all walks of life: construction workers and office employees alike line up for the flavorful fried and roasted birds at lunchtime (another bonus: the place is open until the wee hours).
An oversized fried cutlet anchors most sandwiches, which are also layered with a creamy mayo-based salad and enclosed in a sesame kaiser roll. For the best experience, opt in for the bits of fried chicken liver, which adds a welcome textural and flavor contrast. At around €5, the sandwiches are wallet friendly. You can also get whole birds fresh out of the rotisserie.
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