Lučenec has a modest selection of restaurants and cafes serving Slovak and Hungarian dishes. Given the town's long Hungarian history — it was known as Losonc until 1920 — some menus reflect a blend of both cuisines. Prices are low by any European standard.
The main square and the streets around it have a few cafes suitable for a coffee or a light lunch. For a full restaurant meal, the options are spread around the town centre. Expect Slovak standards: hearty meat dishes, potato dumplings, and local beer.