Enigma
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Strada Iuliu Maniu 12, Cluj-Napoca 400089, Romania, Cluj-Napoca 400089, Romania
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Strada Iuliu Maniu 12, Cluj-Napoca 400089, Romania, Cluj-Napoca 400089, Romania
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If you’re looking for a spot where locals go to unwind without the rush, Enigma on Iuliu Maniu is a real gem. The secret garden out back, with its ivy-covered walls and comfy swings, feels like a quiet little escape right in the city’s heartbeat. Inside, the steampunk-inspired decor is quirky but inviting, with cozy corners perfect for catching up with friends or a relaxed date night. The staff are friendly and laid-back, fitting the easy vibe. The menu offers solid, authentic dishes—locals often recommend the Mexican-inspired plates for something tasty and comforting without breaking the bank. It’s a place where you can linger over a mint lemonade or a craft cocktail and feel part of the neighborhood scene. Perfect for those who want an authentic Cluj hangout with fair prices and a genuine community feel. Just heads up: summer evenings in the garden are the best time to soak it all in.
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It looks very nice, it has many nice decorative elements. The staff who served us was a bit nice, the food was quite good.
Very nice summer garden, with lovely vines looking stunning when sunny. We went there for lunch on a Saturday and were disappointed by the whole experience. My dish was Grilled Pork Neck with Thyme and Garlic with Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce and Fresh Potatoes Fried in Beef Lard - nothing about that sauce was hinting toward chimichurri sauce! The fries were not fresh but frozen fries and tasteless. The meat was pleasantly tasty and kind of saved the entire dish. My husband had a pizza and a garlic sauce. The waitress forgot about the sauce, started serving other tables and when the sauce finally arrived a couple of minutes later, it was the wrong one! A sweet red sauce, instead of a garlic one. They charged extra for sparkling water in our lemonade but weren’t informed in advance. Also the menu says a .4L “carafe” which ended up being a glass as seen in the photo. The toilet was smelling of urine badly. It smelled like the toilets in old, dirty trains. The table on terrace was wobbly, the chairs had bird feces, one was on the table as well. We asked for someone to wipe the table but ended up moving to another table under the covered area. All in all, a disappointing experience outside. Maybe it’s better inside.
ChatGPT recommended me this place and I am absolutely delighted about it! Good ambient, all the food and drinks you need, and the location is absolutely stunning. Very good prices too! I had light dinner (soup) and a cocktail. The staff is very kind and attentive. I was alone but had an amazing time by myself. They have a huge terrace where most groups were. So in case you’re a smoker, this is your place. Thank you Enigma!
Amazing experience. Very good looking place, especially inside. Really cozy outside. The food was great, pretty authentic mexican food. Not too loud and friendly staff.
We had a wonderful time in the secret garden, with tasty food and cozy atmosphere. There are always points to improve at any location, as no one could really please everyone.. but we would rather concentrate on the positive side of things, unless they are around 50% under our expectations. Maybe the toilets should have some improvement and better maintainance, but they are still ok, considering the age of the building. Anyway, Kudos for the wonderful decorations and attention to little details - everything falls into place in your location! We are looking forward to returning here a second time!
Very nice summer garden, with lovely vines looking stunning when sunny. We went there for lunch on a Saturday and were disappointed by the whole experience. My dish was Grilled Pork Neck with Thyme and Garlic with Argentinian Chimichurri Sauce and Fresh Potatoes Fried in Beef Lard - nothing about that sauce was hinting toward chimichurri sauce! The fries were not fresh but frozen fries and tasteless. The meat was pleasantly tasty and kind of saved the entire dish. My husband had a pizza and a garlic sauce. The waitress forgot about the sauce, started serving other tables and when the sauce finally arrived a couple of minutes later, it was the wrong one! A sweet red sauce, instead of a garlic one. They charged extra for sparkling water in our lemonade but weren’t informed in advance. Also the menu says a .4L “carafe” which ended up being a glass as seen in the photo. The toilet was smelling of urine badly. It smelled like the toilets in old, dirty trains. The table on terrace was wobbly, the chairs had bird feces, one was on the table as well. We asked for someone to wipe the table but ended up moving to another table under the covered area. All in all, a disappointing experience outside. Maybe it’s better inside.
It looks very nice, it has many nice decorative elements. The staff who served us was a bit nice, the food was quite good.
ChatGPT recommended me this place and I am absolutely delighted about it! Good ambient, all the food and drinks you need, and the location is absolutely stunning. Very good prices too! I had light dinner (soup) and a cocktail. The staff is very kind and attentive. I was alone but had an amazing time by myself. They have a huge terrace where most groups were. So in case you’re a smoker, this is your place. Thank you Enigma!
We had a wonderful time in the secret garden, with tasty food and cozy atmosphere. There are always points to improve at any location, as no one could really please everyone.. but we would rather concentrate on the positive side of things, unless they are around 50% under our expectations. Maybe the toilets should have some improvement and better maintainance, but they are still ok, considering the age of the building. Anyway, Kudos for the wonderful decorations and attention to little details - everything falls into place in your location! We are looking forward to returning here a second time!
Amazing experience. Very good looking place, especially inside. Really cozy outside. The food was great, pretty authentic mexican food. Not too loud and friendly staff.