Doboz
Doboz ('Box') is a ruin bar with a more polished approach than Szimpla, housed in a courtyard featuring a giant deer sculpture. DJs and live shows.
What to Expect
A curated ruin bar experience. More designed than Szimpla.
Curated ruin bar.
DJ sets and live shows
Casual to smart casual.
Those wanting ruin bars with better production.
Cash and cards
Price Range
Cover HUF 1,000-2,000, drinks HUF 800-1,500
≈ €2–5 / $2–5
Hours
Wed-Sat from 6 PM to 4 AM
Insider Tip
More polished than Szimpla but still maintaining ruin bar character.
Address
Klauzál utca 10
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