Budapest 's brand of dark , bitter coffee was a staple during communist years and is still enjoyed by many . Coffee Cat , 44 O St. ; +36 1 708 0170 . A new breed of coffee shop selling barista-made creations is challenging the city 's old guard . The first Starbucks opened in New York City back in 1985 -- but it wasn't until 2006 that the chain began to expand its reach into other parts of the country.
Budapest 's brand of dark , bitter coffee was a staple during communist years and is still enjoyed by many . A new breed of coffee shop selling barista-made creations is challenging the city 's old guard . The first Starbucks opened in New York City back in 1985 -- but it wasn't until 2006 that the chain began to expand its reach into other parts of the country.