Keszthely Street food
A Szitakötő
Zala-style dödölle, cheese toasties and occasional music in Keszthely's Halászcsárda courtyard. Szita Gábor and Soós István's more informal kitchen, right beside the cycle path.
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Balatonlelle Balaton cuisine · BBQ · Bistro · Burgers · Home-style cooking · Creative Hungarian · Hungarian · Traditional Hungarian · Modern Hungarian · International · Seasonal
BL YachtClub Étterem
A year-round restaurant right on the waterfront in Balatonlelle's sailing marina, with a sunset terrace, Hungarian and international dishes, and Pitbox specialities.
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Balatonfüred Balaton cuisine · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · International
Borcsa Étterem
Spectacular Balaton views, enormous waterfront terraces and mouth-watering dishes in the heart of Balatonfüred! Operating since 1984 and renewed in 2023, Borcsa Étterem welcomes guests on Tagore promenade with Hungarian specialities, fresh fish dishes, generous meat platters and Mediterranean delights, overlooking the Tihany Peninsula. A perfect setting for a leisurely lunch or romantic dinner.
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Hévíz Contemporary Hungarian · Creative Hungarian · Regional Hungarian
Brix Bistro
Brix Bistro in Hévíz reinterprets traditional Balaton and Zala flavours through modern bistro cooking. The elegant restaurant at the Bonvital Wellness & Gastro Hotel serves truffled potato lángos, pumpkin-seed-crusted pikeperch, beef cheek in red wine and creative desserts. Recommended by Gault&Millau in 2025, the bistro offers a fresh culinary experience in central Hévíz with seasonal dishes, a locally focused approach to ingredients, a covered terrace, distinctive cocktails and musical evenings.
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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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Balatonszőlős Farm-to-table · Fine bistro · Local ingredients · Hungarian–French · Modern Hungarian · Seasonal
Casa Christa
Bib Gourmand cooking among almond trees above Balatonszőlős: Tóth Keve's contemporary Hungarian dishes, Balaton wines, a child- and dog-friendly estate, press houses and sweeping views.
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Siófok BBQ and grill · Burgers
Déli Part Woodfired BBQ
Smoky aromas, fall-apart pulled pork, juicy brisket and outrageously loaded burgers! At Siófok's Déli Part Woodfired BBQ, fire and meat take centre stage in an irresistibly relaxed setting. Grab your burger with both hands, enjoy the BBQ to the final bite and start wondering when you can return.
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Balatonakali Patisserie · Traditional Hungarian
Fék Kávéház Étterem
Crisp, generously topped potato pancakes, almond-coated pike-perch, home-style soups and irresistible cakes in Balatonakali! Beside main road 71, Fék Étterem és Kávéház welcomes guests with Hungarian cooking, a shaded terrace, an atmospheric cellar restaurant and its own cake shop. A place where it is worth saving room for warm strudel after a substantial lunch.
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Balatonföldvár Fish · Home-style cooking · Hungarian
Kukorica Csárda – Balatonföldvár
A thatched csárda beside road 7, with laid tables and Hungarian cooking. Cauldron-served soup, fish main courses and family lunches define Földvár's Kukorica; come with time and an appetite.
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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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Köveskál Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Local ingredients · Hungarian · Regional Hungarian · Seasonal
Mi a Kő
An old Köveskál house, a short seasonal menu and one of the best cross-sections of local wine.
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Fonyód Dessert workshop · Local ingredients · Specialty coffee · Cakes and pastries · Seasonal
MÚÚ Fagyibár & Specialty Coffee
An ice-cream bar and specialty café in Fonyódliget with local milk, artisan producers' ingredients, Casino Mocca coffee and one of Balaton's strongest new food concepts.
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Balatonkenese BBQ · Bistro · Grill · Home-style cooking · Local ingredients · Creative Hungarian · Hungarian · Modern Hungarian · Regional Hungarian · Seasonal
Pörc Bisztró és Delikát
Five generations of butchery tradition, house-made meat products and modern Hungarian bistro cooking in central Balatonkenese.
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Örvényes American · Brunch · Burgers · Street food
Random Bagel Bar
An Örvényes bagel workshop where generously loaded street food, a cycling stop and a contemporary gallery meet in the same relaxed garden.
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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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Kisapáti Balaton wines · Mediterranean
Taberna Infinito
Mediterranean tapas, Spanish-style Mangalica pork stew, local wines, exotic plants and an exceptional panorama.
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Tagyon Wine terrace · Hungarian · Seasonal
Tagyon Birtok
On Tagyon hill, lunch comes with vineyard rows and broad views of Lake Balaton. The estate's own wines, Hungarian cooking and personable atmosphere invite a leisurely visit; plan ahead for the changing menu, wine tasting and hillside approach.
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Siófok American · Bistro · Burgers · International · Street food
Territórium
Premium street food in central Siófok: house burger buns, freshly minced meat, pasta made on site, homemade sauces and creative, uncompromising dishes.
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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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7 places with a view at Lake Balaton
Wine terraces, a garden and views from Tihany: seven different stops where the Lake Balaton panorama is part of the experience.
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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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