Smúz & Qerko – the digital head waiter at the Parliament

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The Qerko digital ordering system is changing the way you eat and pay in a café – and Smúz Café & Bar is one of the first places in Budapest to try it. Good coffee, a quality brunch or a well-made cocktail are now standard expectations. What really makes the difference is the experience – and how smoothly everything works for the guest.

That’s why we introduced Qerko’s system at Smúz, which we simply call our digital head waiter.

What does this mean in practice?

Whether you’re visiting Budapest for a weekend, working remotely from our terrace, meeting friends for brunch, or enjoying cocktails with a Parliament view, Qerko makes paying simple, fast, and stress-free.

No waving.
No long payment process.
No awkward maths among groups of friends.

Just scan the QR code at your table and pay directly from your phone.

Why we love it

Smúz is a specialty café, a brunch spot, a real brunch experience and, last but not least, an evening meeting place in the heart of Budapest. In the morning, many people come to work, in the early afternoon, tourists arrive from near the Parliament, and in the evening, our guests chat over cocktails.

The common thread: nobody likes unnecessary waiting.

Qerko helps us focus more on hospitality and less on logistics.

Because with us, people still make the coffee, people still recommend the wine, and people still smile at you.
Technology just takes the unnecessary rounds off our hands.

Perfect for:

• tourists exploring Budapest,
• business meetings near Parliament,
• groups splitting the bill,
• or long sunset cocktail sessions on the terrace.

The future of hospitality?

We don’t think it’s about robots. It’s about making great hospitality even more effortless.

Qerko doesn’t replace our team. It helps us spend more time on what truly matters: the atmosphere, the quality, and our guests.

Next time you’re on the Smúz Café & Bar terrace with a specialty coffee or cocktail, try our digital waiter too. If you’re searching for: specialty coffee in Budapest, brunch near Parliament, cocktail bar Budapest, digital nomad café Budapest, or modern cafés with QR payment — welcome to Smúz.

How does Qerko digital ordering work?

The idea behind Qerko digital ordering is simple: you scan the QR code on the table with your phone, and you can immediately browse the menu, place your order, and at the end pay with a single tap. No need to call a waiter or queue at the till – Qerko puts everything in the palm of your hand.

Why did we introduce Qerko in Smúz?

Smúz Café & Bar has always put the emphasis on comfort and quality. By introducing Qerko digital ordering, we wanted our guests to be able to order at their own pace – whether it’s a morning specialty coffee, a midday brunch or an evening cocktail speciality. The system lets our waiters spend more time on real hospitality and less on admin.

Digital ordering and human service at the same time

Many people fear that digitalization will make hospitality more impersonal. At Smúz, it’s the opposite: Qerko takes the routine tasks off our waiters’ shoulders so they can focus on serving their guests. Ask any of us about specialty coffees, daily deals or the best walking trails in Budapest – we’ll be happy to answer.

Qerko and the hospitality of the future

Qerko digital payment is only the first step. The digitalisation of hospitality is moving faster and faster – and Smúz Café & Bar has always tried to lead the way. Qerko doesn’t replace human contact, it simply frees up our waiters to really pay attention to you. So Qerko digital payment gives you not only a faster experience but a more personal one too. Come in and see for yourself why our guests love Smúz Café & Bar in downtown Budapest.

Using Qerko digital payment doesn’t just make life easier for guests – it also gives our staff more time  to chat with our guests. – Smúz Café & Bar, for a truly personal experience.  All this means that guests get everything they asked for faster. The Qerko digital head waiter is the logical next step in modern hospitality – and we’re proud to offer this experience in downtown Budapest, next to the Parliament. If you’re curious how it works in practice, visit us any day – we’ll show you in person.

Try the Qerko digital payment experience at Smúz Café & Bar – in downtown Budapest, near the Parliament.

Since introducing the Qerko digital payment system, guest feedback has been clearly positive: shorter waiting times, faster service and a more transparent ordering process – all by scanning a single QR code. Smúz Café & Bar is proud to have been one of the first places in Budapest to introduce this solution.

Qerko digital payment is especially practical for groups: everyone orders and pays on their own phone, and there’s no need to keep calling the waiter. On the terrace with a view of the Parliament this experience is even more special – you can enjoy the view undisturbed while your order arrives within minutes.

If you’re curious how Qerko digital payment works at Smúz Café & Bar, visit us any day between 10:00 and 21:00. At Kossuth Lajos tér 18 we’ll show you what a truly modern Budapest café experience is like.

You’ll find more information about the Qerko digital payment system on Qerko’s official website. If you’d like to try it in person, visit us on the Smúz Café terrace – we’ll gladly show you how simple it all is.

Since introducing Qerko digital ordering, we’ve found that our guests enjoy their time with us more. There are no long waits and no miscommunication – everything runs smoothly. This is especially important at peak times, during weekend brunch or when larger groups visit.

If you’re planning a group visit, the Qerko digital payment system lets everyone pay from their own phone, and the bill can be settled individually or together. It’s an ideal solution for business lunches, get-togethers with friends and birthday parties alike. For events with several participants it’s worth booking a table with us in advance.

What do guests say about Qerko Digital Payment?

The feedback from the first weeks has been clearly positive. After introducing the Qerko digital payment system, our guests highlighted how much more pleasant their time with us had become. 

Younger guests in particular welcomed the Qerko digital payment option with enthusiasm. There’s no language barrier, because everyone sees it in their own language   For Generation Z it’s completely natural to handle everything with their smartphone – and they don’t want the café to be an exception. But to our surprise, our older guests also picked up the system easily, as the interface is intuitive and easy to use.

How do you combine Qerko's digital Head Waiter with Smúz's programs?

Smúz Café & Bar isn’t just a café – it’s an experience. 

Alongside the Qerko digital payment system  you can browse our current  menu via QR code. When unwinding after a long day at work there’s no need to hurry – order, enjoy the cityscape, then pay when you’re ready. That’s the freedom we want to offer at Smúz.

Qerko digital payment isn’t just a technological solution – it’s a new mindset. The hospitality industry is constantly evolving, and Smúz Café & Bar is proud to be at the forefront of this innovation in Budapest. The table QR-code  system simplifies processes, reduces waiting times and helps make every single visit memorable.

Many people ask whether our waiters’ role has changed since introducing Qerko digital payment . The answer: yes, but for the better. Instead of writing down orders, they have more time to genuinely connect with guests, give recommendations and make sure the experience is perfect. At Smúz we believe technology helps people, it doesn’t replace them.

If you have a question about how the Qerko digital payment system works, or would like to learn about Smúz Café & Bar’s other innovative solutions, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re happy to tell you how we make our guests’ café experience a little better every day in the heart of Lipótváros.