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Neapolitan-style pizza on Župné námestie near the Capuchin church — praised for its dough, with castle views from the outdoor seating.
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A brewpub on Štefánikova behind the Presidential Palace — its own beer, plus burgers, steaks, pasta and Slovak dishes and a weekday lunch menu.
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A smash-burger spot on Obchodná, a few minutes from the apartment — fresh patties, the ‘Quin’s Original’, crispy fries and mint lemonade.
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A varied restaurant on Hviezdoslavovo námestie — steaks on lava stone, fresh fish, pasta and a terrace on the square, with live music some evenings.
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An Old Town gelateria making egg-free natural ice cream and sorbets, with vegan options — also mini spelt pancakes.
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An Italian artisan gelateria on Laurinská run by a Calabrian gelato maker — natural gelato with a large share of vegan flavours.
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An Italian-style gelateria on Paulínyho making fresh gelato daily — unusual flavours, Sicilian brioche buns and specialty coffee.
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A Thai restaurant on Zelená in the Old Town — green curry, Thai duck and mango sticky rice, with vegetarian and vegan options.
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A long-running Chinese restaurant on Židovská below the castle, open since 1996 — known for Peking duck, with a summer terrace.
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A family-run Italian place on Panská in the Old Town, with a courtyard for warmer days — pasta, pizza and Italian mains.