Menu of Candlelit Budapest Dinner on A La Carte Cruise

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Dinner Cruise Menu – The menu of the A La Carte Dinner on Budapest Danube Legenda Cruise Ship. You can see the Drink List of the A La Carte Budapest dinner cruise too.

Make your choice of dinner on the cruise ship according to the menu.

Starters of A La Carte Dinner Cruise

You can choose one of the starters on the A La Carte Dinner Cruise

Great Scallop with Chili (GF) (P)

Great Scallop with Chili (GF) (P)
Cold Goose Liver (GF) (LF)
Salmon with Mustard Cream, Cucumber and Dill(GF)
Labneh, Beetroot, Pistachio (GF) (V)
Tatar Beefsteak with Red Onion and Garlic Cream Sauce (GF)
Breast of Chicken, Strawberry, Rucola, Rhubarb, Brie (GF)

Soups of A La Carte Dinner Cruise

Consommé with Pork Bone marrow and Vegetables (LF) (GF)
Cold Sour Cherry Cream Soup with Poppy Seed Jelly (GF) (V)- Seasonal: Pumpkin Cream Soup with Toasted Pine Nuts, Basil Oil, and Rucola (GF) (V)

Main Courses of A La Carte Dinner Cruise

Roasted Trout Served with Lemongrass Sauce and Pink Peppercorns, served with Rice Pilaf

Roasted Trout Served with Lemongrass Sauce and Pink Peppercorns, served with Rice Pilaf (P)
Shoulder of Pork served with Kapia Pepper purée, Red Onion, Oyster Mushroom, and Baby Corn (GF)
Rosemary Duck Breast with layered Sweet Potato and Quince and Fig (GF) (LF)
Beef Confit served with Carrot Purée and Dijon Mustard, Parsnip-celery Purée, Fried Brussels, Bread Dumplings
Mushroom Mix Risotto with Parmesan Cheese (V)
Roasted Red Tuna steak served with Caper Butter, cold Red Onion Purée and Fresh Mixed Salad (GF) (P)

Desserts of A La Carte Dinner Cruise

Panna Cotta topped with Forest Fruit Rose Jam (GF) (P) (V)

Panna Cotta topped with Forest Fruit Rose Jam (GF) (P) (V)
Cheese cake with Poppy Seeds and Raspberry (V)
Brownie with Coconut foam and Salted Caramel (V)

 

Special Dietary Needs

The A La Carte Menu contains Vegetarian options (indicated by (V)) and Gluten-free options (GF). All the Starters and Soups are available gluten-free. Please let the cruise staff know about your requests on board.
Should you have any questions about the menu, please contact us at info [at] budapestrivercruise [dot] com.

Please inform the cruise staff of any dietary concerns to ensure your utmost satisfaction and safety.

(V) – Vegetarian
(GF) – Gluten-free
(LF)– Lactose-free
(P) – Pescatarian

Special Dietary Needs

Kindly note that ‘Free from’ foods (GF, LF, V) are prepared in a kitchen where food containing allergens, such as wheat, milk, soy, nuts and seeds, etc. are prepared. There are ‘free from’ options as a response to customers request, but we cannot ensure that cross contamination of ingredients does not occur in the kitchen despite the staff’s best efforts. If your allergy tolerates traces of elements as part of a desensitisation process, you can request a special ‘free from’ option while being aware of a potential cross contamination.

We reserve the right to make seasonal adjustments to the dinner cruise menu and drink list based on the availability of fresh produce and the ongoing evaluation of customer feedback.

Updated Jan, 2026

34 Responses to Menu of Candlelit Budapest Dinner on A La Carte Cruise

  • Scott Taylor
    When will you be able to book summer cruises? Currently only dates through March are listed.
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    • Budapest Cruise
      Dear Scott, Thank you for contacting us. Summer calendars are not opened yet, therefore we ask your patience. The A La Carte Dinner cruise is already bookable for the summer months as well, but other cruise calendars will be opened in March or April. Hope we can welcome you on board!
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  • David
    hello, I would like to book a dinner for 2 at the end of October. if I am a vegetarian does your menu has the options? the 3 course and the 4 course both? or just one of them?
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello David, the starter options are not vegetarian, but if you eat seafood you can find meat-free options (scallops or shrimps). There is a vegetarian soup all year round and the Mushroom risotto for the main course. The desserts are vegetarians as well. Hope we can welcome you on board!
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  • LB
    Hey, I would like to invite my girlfriend in April and would like to know if there is an option for a vegan menu. Thanks for your reply
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  • Nizam Wahab
    My husband and I are contemplating your cruise for 31st Dec 2019, New Year's Eve. We are muslims and was wondering if you cater to halal food.
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Nizam, there is available Halal menu on the Candlelit Budapest Dinner River Cruise as follows: Starter: Fresh mixed salad Soup: Pumpkin Cream Soup with toasted Pine nuts and Basil oil with Ruccola Main course: Roasted Red Tuna Steak served with Caper butter, cold Red Onion Puree and Fresh Mixed Salad Dessert: ”Sweet Dream” Chocolate Cake with Strawberry Sauce As most of these options are available on the boat, please let the waiter / waitress know that you wish to order Halal food on the dinner cruise (although Fresh mixed salad is not indicated in the menu, it will be prepared as a starter option for you). Enjoy your time in Hungary.
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  • Onika
    I want to check a vegetarian option in the ala Carte . Would you be able to offer grilled vegetables and or a vegetable patty with buns as a burger. My dada has limited options with food. I am looking to book a cruise for my family between 12-15 May. Which date will be available. We are a group of 6 people.
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Onika, the A La Carte Menu contains Vegetarian options (indicated by (V) in the menu, but please note that it is a set menu. https://budapestrivercruise.com/menu-of-candlelit-budapest-dinner-on-a-la-carte-cruise There is availability for this program for your group for the requested days: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-candlelit-dinner-cruise-a-la-carte-dinner
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  • Berglind Rafnsdóttir
    Hi, just wanted to check if these cruises are still available, hoping to book for 2 on Candlelit Budapest Dinner on A La Carte Cruise on the 8th april ?
    Reply
    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Berglind, of course, the a la carte cruise can be booked via the Inquiry form on the following page: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-candlelit-dinner-cruise-a-la-carte-dinner
      Reply
  • Tia Salih
    Hello there. I will be staying at the Aquincum Hootel in May and was wondering how close the docks are to my hotel. How accessible are the docks from this hotel by public transport too? Thanks :)
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Tia, most of the docks are located between the Chain Bridge and the Elizabeth Bridge on the Pest side. It is approx. 35-40 minutes by public transport from your hotel, so we would recommend to come by taxi (only approx. 20 minutes).
      Reply
  • John Kearney
    Is there music and or show with the ala carte dinner?
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear John, thank you for your comment. Yes, there is a mellow piano background music on the A la Carte Dinner Cruise which is ideal for romantic dinners. I hope I could be of help.
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  • Daisy
    Hi does the €62 include the 4 course meal from the a la carte menu and a welcome drink?
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Daisy, thank you for the email. This high end a la carte dinner cruise is priced at 62 Euro per person. The candlelit cruise includes the following: 2.5 hour cruise on Danube a la carte dinner (4 course meal included - guests are free to choose 1 meal from each course, 1 soup, 1 starter, 1 main dish + side dish, 1 dessert) 1 welcome drink of sparkling wine (or soft drink) live music tables are for max 10 people, the whole group cannot be seated at one table Booking is on: https://legenda.hu/en/ticket-purchase?partner=29320 Enjoy this fantastic A la Carte Dinner Cruise in Budapest.
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  • Aashna
    Hello, I wanted to check if there is a possibility to get vegetarian dishes with no meat, no fish and no egg apart from what is given in the menu? as there are only 1 soup n 1 main course for vegetarians. It is our wedding anniversary so wanted it to be special. this is for 20th July 2017 for 2 persons for 'pay as you order'. Thank you!
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Aashna, thank you for your email. I am afraid, the menu is set for this program. Should you be interested in another dinner cruise (with bar piano music or folk show) with special vegetarian option, please see: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-dinner-cruise-with-piano-music or https://budapestrivercruise.com/folk-dance-show-on-budapest-evening-cruise I hope I could be of help.
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  • Snigdha Nagarajan
    Hello! I am planning on buying the Budapest Card - 24H and I believe it offers a 10% discount on the a La Carte Dinner Cruise. Am I required to prebook with the cruise in advance? What is the procedure I should follow?
    Reply
    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Snigdha, thank you for your comment. Yes, the Legenda A La Carte Dinner Cruise Ltd offers 10-20% off cruise fees depending on the cruise program for Budapest Card holders. After buying your card on the following link (http://budapestcards.com/budapest-card-benefits), you can choose the discounted ticket option on: https://legenda.hu/en/ticket-purchase?partner=29320 Going on a Legenda Candlelit Cruise with a Budapest Card is a great idea indeed.
      Reply
  • Peter
    Hi, just wanted to check if these cruises are still available, hoping to book one for 24 December. The last message here is from Jan 2015 so I am not sure the trips are still going.
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Peter, the A La Carte Cruise, unfortunately, won't run on Dec 24. Instead, please let me recommend you other Christmas Eve Cruises: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-river-cruise-on-christmas-eve Have a nice time in Budapest and enjoy the Budapest River Cruise!
      Reply
  • Eugene Boland
    Hello I am thinking of booking this cruise. Is the "hotel expo congress" near to where the boat docks ?!?
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Eugene, thank you for your inquiry. Dock: the cruise leaves from and arrives at Vigado Square, Dock 7, which is located in the city center of the Pest side of Budapest (District V). It is not nearby from your accommodation, so we suggest using a taxi or shuttle service. You can find more information about this cruise on the link below: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-candlelit-dinner-cruise-a-la-carte-dinner Have a wonderful time in Budapest, and hope we can welcome you on board on the Ala Carte Dinner Cruise!
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  • Trudy
    Hi I am writing to enquire if you have availability for 2 people on the candlelit dinner cruise on the 4th,5th or 6th December Thank you Trudy
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Trudy, yes, there are, but the available seats can be changing any second, as the candle lit cruise booking is continuous, and if smaller or bigger groups come to the cruise, the 80 seats are quickly gone. Please send an inquiry by filling out the form, and we will get back to you via email.
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  • Mido
    Hi, I am writing to enquire if you have availability for 2 people on the A la carte dinner cruise for Friday September the 25th 2015. Thank you Mido
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Mido, unfortunately the cruise is already booked up for September 25th on the a la carte cruise (we reply faster to emails than to comments, I am sorry for the delay). Would you like to choose another date perhaps or another program? Please check our full list of cruises in the timetable of Budapest cruises: https://budapestrivercruise.com/budapest-cruise-calendar
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  • Nicola
    Please would you let me know if I can book the 4 course a la carte meal on river cruise in January 10th to 16th 2016 .thank you Nicola hill
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Hello Nicola, yes, the reservations for 2016 a la carte dinner cruises are now available. Please note that there is a price increase compared to 2015. The new cruise fee of the a la carte cruise on Legenda ship is €62 (HUF 18600) per person, including a 4 course dinner deal (1 starter, 1 soup, 1 main course with side dish, 1 dessert) which you can choose on the spot, 1 welcome drink, 2.5 hour cruising on the river Danube in the city of Budapest, and live music provided by the salon band. Currently we have seats on the cruise between January 10 and 16. Weekend cruises (Friday, Saturday and Sunday) are booked up the fastest.
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  • Catherine
    Hello, I did receive the reply e-mail to my inquiry. How long between inquiry and time I receive confirmation of space as well as payment link? Regards, Catherine
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  • Kimmo Kivela
    I made a booking for 8th of July 2014 at 7.45pm. I got an email confirmation but how do I pay? Do you send me payment form needed? Best Regars, Kimmo Kivela
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    • Budapest River Cruise
      Dear Kimmo, thank you for your inquiry. As for the a la carte dinner cruise in Budapest, in each case we are sending the payment link personally via email (supposing there are available seats left on the boat), as we need to check the complete calendar receiving instant reservations from all buying channels at the same time, in real time. This way we can avoid double or triple bookings. We have sent you the reply email regarding your July cruise inquiry.
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