Szentbékkálla Bistro · Cakes and pastries
A Könyvtár Café & Bistro
Café and bistro at the back of the Szentbékkálla library building, the village's community living room. Loose-leaf tea, local pastries, sandwiches, courtyard concerts.
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Balatonmáriafürdő Italian · Pizzeria
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Neapolitan pizzeria in Balatonmáriafürdő with a wood-fired oven and 24-hour dough. Bresaola Bianco, carbonara pizza, cannoli and the Harcsa Supplì, beach dish of the year.
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Csopak Balaton cuisine · Bistro · International · Beach bistro · Street food · Seasonal
CITRUS46 Beach Bar & Kitchen
Self-service beach bar at the Alsóörs end of Csopak beach, since 2026. Fogas 46°, ćevapčići, bowls, wraps, pizza, live music at weekends, no beach ticket needed.
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Vászoly Home-style cooking · Hungarian · Traditional Hungarian
Cvekedli Restaurant, Vászoly
Family village restaurant in Vászoly, on the site of the former Zománc. The namesake cvekedli with pepper or sugar, catfish fish soup, quark dumplings and mákos guba from the pastry-chef son.
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Tihany Burgers · Fish · Hungarian
Echo Étterem
Panoramic restaurant on top of Tihany's Echo Hill, with views of Lake Balaton and the abbey. Giant Wiener schnitzel, catfish paprikash with strapačky, duck liver, apple pie.
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Balatonakali Patisserie · Traditional Hungarian
Fék Kávéház Étterem
Family restaurant, coffee house and pâtisserie in one in Balatonakali, by Route 71. Loaded potato pancakes, Hungarian classics, almond-crusted zander, and cake afterwards.
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Badacsony Balaton wines · Burgers · Street food
frissTerasz
The Laposa estate's relaxed Badacsony terrace with sun loungers and music. Smash burgers, loaded fries, churros, Laposa wines, DJs at weekends. Seasonal, no bookings.
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Balatonfenyves Balaton cuisine · BBQ · Modern Hungarian
Hubertus Hof Étterem
Steakhouse in a parkland hotel in Balatonfenyves, with its own Nagyberek Angus cattle and 21-day dry ageing. Since 2026 the winner of Séfek séfe, Patrik Mikula, cooks here.
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Köveskál Balaton cuisine · Brunch · Local ingredients · Bakery · Seasonal
Kővirág – Étel, Ital, Ágy
Garden restaurant on Köveskál's main street, with white walls and a shady garden. Since 2026 with Budapest's Pan'ni and Artizán team: sourdough breakfast, brunch, seasonal dishes, natural wines.
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Badacsony Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · Small plates · Seasonal
Laposa Borterasz
Panoramic wine terrace on the southern slope of Badacsony, halfway to the summit, open all year. Laposa wines in tasting flights, Kéknyelű, Olaszrizling, cheeses, seasonal food.
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Tihany Traditional Hungarian · Mediterranean
Lepke Étterem
Big shaded terrace on Tihany's north shore next to Gödrös beach, looking across to Balatonfüred. Zander, stew, pizza, burgers: after the beach there's something for everyone.
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Zánka Gastropub · Contemporary Hungarian
Neked Főztem Gasztrokocsma – Zánka
Beach kiosk turned gastro pub on Zánka's Fő utca, in a rustic house with a terrace. A short Hungarian menu with modern plating, local wines, baked quark dumplings. Michelin-recommended.
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Csopak Wine bar
St. Donát Borbár & Shop
Wine bar and winery on the Csopak vineyard hill, with a wide Balaton panorama. Wines from Csopak, Tihany and the Káli Basin, wine snacks, specialty coffee, a Gothic vaulted cellar.
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Szentbékkálla Home-style cooking
Szent Benedek Reggeliző
Courtyard breakfast spot in Szentbékkálla, under trees and sail shades. Egg breakfasts, French toast, fried sausage, pancakes, a hearty start before a Káli Basin outing.
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Balatonfenyves Restaurant · Home-style cooking · Traditional Hungarian
Szőlőskert Vendéglő
Family restaurant in Balatonfenyves since 1991, with a vine-arbour garden. Aunt Gabi's roast duck, homemade liver dumpling soup, big Hungarian portions, a place generations come back to.
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Siófok American · Bistro · Burgers · International · Street food
Territórium
Premium street food in central Siófok, near the Water Tower, since 2026. Burgers in house-made buns, freshly made pasta, homemade sauces, crispy fried mozzarella.
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Zamárdi Bistro · Burgers · Creative Hungarian
Tiki Beach Bisztró
Beach bistro with colourful chairs in Zamárdi, at the end of Margó Ede sétány. Sour cucumber soup with salmon, burgers, white pizza with burrata, tiki cocktails; beach dish of the year in 2019.
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Balatonvilágos Bistro · Fine bistro · Fish · Local ingredients · Contemporary Hungarian · International · Seasonal
Tópart Étterem
Elegant waterfront restaurant in the old-tree park of Balatonvilágos's Tópart Hotel, with an 80-seat terrace. Jácint Varga's seasonal cooking, Balaton fish, duck, open to non-residents.
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Open in winter: 24 places at Lake Balaton from November to March
Restaurants, wine terraces, patisseries and cafés around Lake Balaton that welcome guests outside the season. With opening hours, sources and the date we checked.
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Breakfast and brunch in Balatonfüred: 4 places to try
Four ways to start the day in Balatonfüred: Pazar, Perla, Péklány and SENZA. Checked food options, seasonal details and links to our place guides.
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Where to eat in Balatonfüred: 6 restaurants for 6 occasions
Balatonfüred restaurants for lakeside lunch, brunch, dinner with wine or a meal after a walk. Six checked places and tips for choosing and booking.
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Where to eat in Siófok: 5 restaurants for 5 occasions
Five Siófok restaurants for a lakeside dinner, Neapolitan pizza, Hungarian lunch, a trip to Töreki or a group meal, with practical booking tips.
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