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Want all the ruin without the rowdiness? Csendes is the answer. Housed in a former Transylvanian restaurant, this place is what would happen if a hoarder married a witch and held a cocktail party. Like Szimpla, the walls here are all a-clutter, but unlike Szimpla, the theme that runs through the place is slightly creepy. Doll heads, weird religious paraphernalia, those stick things that were hanging from the trees in The Blair Witch Project; if you’re a fan of Tim Burton, you’ll be a fan of Csendes. The atmosphere is laid back though, and the food, cocktails, and wines are all top notch. Grab a drink, plop yourself in a seat, and start scanning the curiosities.

michaelcatford 2 years ago

Csendes Street Articles

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