Révfülöp Burgers · Modern Hungarian · Italian
Bisztró 71
Relaxed bistro in the centre of Révfülöp, by Route 71. Homemade pasta, artisan burgers, grilled meats and game, breakfast too. A weekly changing menu, dog-friendly.
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