FATCAT Lab.

On a side street in Stupava, just a few kilometres from the capital, stands an unassuming house marked with the FATCAT Lab. sign. The well-though-out interior, filled with metal elements, red neon lights, including a large “fat cat” logo and exposed brick walls, references the building’s industrial past. The staff greet guests enthusiastically and guide them to wooden tables paired with distinctive metal-grid chairs. One would hardly expect a Pan-Asian cuisine in this family-run restaurant in Stupava. Chef Richard, who also serves as the main sushi master, makes sushi the restaurant’s central attraction. The menu also features other Asia-inspired dishes, along with creative fusions incorporating local ingredients, sourced mainly from small farmers and artisan producers. We recommend trying the regularly changing gyoza dumplings, where the Chef showcases his creativity and connection to local produce. We were pleasantly surprised by the uramaki Surf & Turf, combining tripe in tempura with mayonaisse from a halászlé emulsion. The beverage list offers interesting signature cocktails and a selection of saké, which, together with the exotic flavours, create a unique experience for the palate. Further refinement of technique, texture, and bolder seasoning in some dishes, as well as improved wine selection, would be beneficial. Nevertheless, FATCAT Lab. remains an excellent choice for lunch or dinner in a truly unique setting.