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  Trenton, New Jersey is located approximately 35 minutes northeast of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A diverse city on the east coast, it offers a wide variety of culinary experiences, including one Hungarian restaurant and a few others within driving distance. Hearty and satisfying, these gems should be near the top of diners' priority list, whether they are a native or a tourist passing through town.
  
  

The Blue Danube

• The only Hungarian restaurant within Trenton city limits, The Blue Danube features rustic Eastern European decor in deep colors and a menu including favorites, such as stuffed crabmeat pierogies, potato pancakes, schnitzel and svarina. Named after the Danube River running from Germany to Romania, the restaurant also serves dishes from neighboring countries. Guests should plan to take their time eating at this charming eatery, as the meal pace tends to be slower so that they can savor every bite.
  
  Blue Danube Restaurant
  538 Adeline Street
  Trenton, NJ 08611
  609-393-6133‎
  bluedanuberestaurant.net
  
  

Hopewell Valley Bistro

• Hopewell Vallen Bistro is located in Hopewell, New Jersey, just a few minutes north of Trenton. The bistro is casual and markedly Eastern European in decor, with a traditional Hungarian menu. Favorites, such as schnitzel, saurbraten and chicken paprika, are ideal for meat lovers. Vegetarians can also find fare at this spot, a rarity in many Hungarian restaurants. They can choose between a vegetable stir fry or veggie plate, along with enjoying potato pancakes and desserts.
  
  Hopewell Valley Bistro
  15 East Broad Street
  Hopewell, NJ 08525
  609-466-9889‎
  hopewellvalleybistro.com
  
  

Otto's European Import Store and Deli

• Ottos's is located approximately 30 minutes north of Trenton, in New Brunswick. This unique spot features a deli with changing fare, ranging from more traditional salami dishes to unexpected delights. The real draw, however, is a large import store filled with a massive selection of Hungarian foods like sausages, salamis, sour cherry preserves, walnut rolls and chestnut puree. Diners can stop by for a casual deli lunch and then choose from their grocery selection to recreate their favorite masterpieces at home.
  
  Otto's European Import Store and Deli
  311 Somerset Street
  New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  732-247-8275‎
  hungariandeli.com