Fonyód A Konyhám Stúdió 365
A distinctive, personal restaurant on the third floor of Fonyód's Balaton Üzletház, serving modern Hungarian dishes with lake views and a frequently praised duck leg.
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Csopak Bakery · Breakfast and brunch · Specialty coffee
Buborék Csopak
Buborék Csopak is more than a bakery: sourdough breads, French butter pastries, the celebrated pistachio croissant, substantial brunch dishes and speciality coffee meet in a distinctive cycling hub. Opened in 2021 and named Dining Guide Alternative Restaurant of the Year in 2024, the bakery-bistro is complemented by a bicycle shop, workshop, hire service and modern accommodation. Thoughtful design, a covered terrace and memorable breakfasts near Csopak beach.
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Vászoly Home-style cooking · Hungarian · Traditional Hungarian
Cvekedli Restaurant, Vászoly
Home-style Hungarian cooking, signature cabbage pasta and homemade desserts in Vászoly, in the former Zománc premises.
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Balatonlelle Patisserie · Dessert workshop · Ice cream shop
Geleta Cukrászda
Airy cream slices, rich chocolate cakes, French-style mousse desserts, macarons and unusual ice creams in Balatonlelle! At Geleta Balázs's family patisserie, Hungarian classics and modern sweets tempt side by side, from isler with homemade jam to cakes with crisp praline layers. A spacious terrace, excellent coffees, savoury treats and year-round opening await beside Route 7.
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Badacsonytomaj Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Bistro · Wine terrace · Fish · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · Seasonal
Hableány Badacsony
Badacsony's historic meeting place reborn as a modern bistro, wine bar and working Laposa estate headquarters.
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Keszthely Fish dishes · Traditional Hungarian · Traditional restaurant
Halászcsárda
Keszthely's Halászcsárda has been part of Balaton's history since 1934. Commissioned by the Festetics family, the columned-veranda inn beside Helikon beach serves Balaton-style fisherman's soup, pikeperch fillet, crispy fish bites, catfish paprikash and Hungarian specialities. Revived by the Szita family in 2012, the restaurant takes particular pride in its homemade Zala dödölle. Lakeside garden seating, occasional live music and almost a century of hospitality history at one of Keszthely's most historic restaurants.
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Paloznak Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Local ingredients · Small plates · Seasonal
Homola Borterasz & Borbolt
A panoramic terrace among Paloznak's vines, with naturally minded Homola wines, local bites and the musical energy born of Jazzpiknik.
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Balatonmáriafürdő Lángos · Street food
Ilia Restaurant & Snack Bar
A family story, a colourful terrace and classic Balaton flavours: Ilia is a stop for both a sit-down meal and lángos in Balatonmáriafürdő.
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Balatongyörök Asian · Bistro · Local ingredients · Creative Hungarian · Beach bistro · Street food · Seasonal
Kicsi Csóka Bisztró
A shady garden bistro near the beach, with award-winning buffalo tartare and surprisingly creative blackboard specials.
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Keszthely Bistro · International · Cakes and pastries · Vegan-friendly
Klassz Kultbisztró
A meeting place on Keszthely's main square, where coffee, shared bites and cultural events come together at the same table. A dog-friendly bistro with a terrace, books and Balaton wines.
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Tihany Traditional Hungarian · Mediterranean
Lepke Étterem
Wonderful Balaton views, a spacious waterfront terrace and mouth-watering dishes at the foot of the Tihany Peninsula! Beside Gödrös free beach, Lepke Étterem welcomes guests with pike-perch specialities, Hungarian food, pizzas, burgers and Mediterranean delights. A pleasant setting for lunch after swimming or an atmospheric dinner overlooking the lake.
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Keszthely Home-style cooking · Traditional Hungarian · Retro
Mustár Bisztró
Home-style Hungarian flavours, rich stews, crisp freshly cooked meats and substantial daily menus in Keszthely! Mustár Bisztró welcomes you with fresh breakfasts, varied lunches, good prices and convenient free parking. An excellent choice for a truly delicious, hearty lunch near Balaton.
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Balatonfüred Bakery
Péklány Kézműves Pékség
Crisp-crusted sourdough breads, Belgian-butter cruffins filled with pistachio cream and soft cocoa swirls baked to Grandma's recipe! At Péklány Kézműves Pékség in Balatonfüred, the aroma of fresh pastries alone makes you hungry. Delicious coffee, a few irresistible bites and morning becomes the best part of the day.
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Paloznak BBQ · Modern Hungarian
Sáfránkert Vendéglő
Charcoal-grilled specialities, creatively reimagined Hungarian dishes, excellent Homola wines and an inviting garden in the heart of Paloznak. Sáfránkert Vendéglő combines the country flavours of the Balaton Uplands with the excitement of modern bistro cooking. Currently closed for reconstruction, the restaurant could once again become a distinctive culinary destination after its renewal.
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Csopak Wine bar
St. Donát Borbár & Shop
A cool glass of Csopak wine, gently rolling vineyard hills and sparkling Lake Balaton spread out below you. On St. Donát Borkúria's panoramic terrace, every sip feels like a small celebration. Distinctive wines, an atmospheric cellar and leisurely moments await somewhere you will find hard to leave.
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Bistro · Fine bistro · Fish · Local ingredients · Contemporary Hungarian · International · Seasonal
Tópart Étterem
An elegant restaurant right on the waterfront, with Varga Jácint's seasonal cooking and one of Balatonvilágos's finest panoramas.
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Balatonkenese Traditional Hungarian
Vadkacsa Restaurant and Guesthouse
Hungarian dishes with a contemporary touch, family hospitality and a lakeside setting by Vak Bottyán beach in Balatonkenese.
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Balatonszemes Street food · Cakes and pastries
Waffalat
Liège waffles beside Balatonszemes's Music Pavilion: dough with caramelising pearl sugar, fruity and generously topped versions. A dedicated dessert stop during a southern-shore walk.
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7 places with a view at Lake Balaton
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