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Szitakötő’s sign at the wood-clad entrance 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.

For a cycling trip · For live music
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Panoramic terrace of Apáti Étterem in Tihany-Sajkod, overlooking Bázsai Bay and Lake Balaton Tihany

Contemporary Hungarian · Italian · Pizza

Apáti Étterem

Apáti Étterem in Tihany–Sajkod offers exceptional views, Neapolitan pizzas and seasonal bistro cooking near Bázsai Bay. Opened in 2014, the restaurant stands out for its Italian pizza oven, chef Harmath István's creative Hungarian dishes and its 10.5-point rating in the 2026 Gault&Millau guide. Three terraces, Balaton wines, game dishes, freshly baked chocolate desserts and memorable sunsets on Tihany's quieter side.

Upper mid-range An evening with friends · For a family lunch · Panoramic views · Hidden gem
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Apátsági Rege’s multi-level terrace and the Balaton panorama Tihany

Brunch · Pizza · Cakes and pastries · Vegan-friendly

Apátsági Rege Cukrászda

Crisp lavender cream slices, silky vanilla cream, tempting brunches with soft egg yolks and irresistible chocolate desserts! At Apátsági Rege Cukrászda's panoramic terrace in Tihany, all of Balaton stretches out at your feet. Delicious bites, fragrant coffee and breathtaking views make you want to stay all afternoon.

Premium, with exceptional Balaton views, house-made desserts and a substantial brunch selection. For the view · For a date · For breakfast
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Gilvesy B-üzem in Nemesgulács: an industrial-style wine bar and terrace in a former concrete plant Nemesgulács

Balaton wines · Bistro · Wine terrace · Cultural pub

Gilvesy b-üzem

Gilvesy B-üzem in Nemesgulács is a wine bar and creative bistro reborn from an old concrete works at the foot of Szent György-hegy. Gilvesy Robert’s volcanic organic wines are joined by the Nemesgulács Fried Chicken sandwich, Angus croquettes, kimchi toast and seasonal vegetable dishes from Sipos Réka and Petykó István’s kitchen. Vinyl records, special wine tastings, fermented alcohol-free drinks and cultural events make this seasonal venue beside the railway station one of the Balaton Uplands’ most original meeting places.

Upper mid-range With friends · For a glass of wine · For live music · Hidden gem · For groups
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Kis Szieszta Étterem Balatonboglár’s home-style Hungarian lunch and family restaurant Balatonboglár

Home-style cooking

Kis Szieszta Étterem és Panzió

Generous home-style lunches, Balaton fish soup, rich pork stew and meat platters for two in Balatonboglár! Kis Szieszta Étterem welcomes summer diners with a family-like atmosphere, varied two-course menus and no service charge. If you fancy a satisfying Hungarian lunch during a day at the beach or an excursion, it is worth getting to know. The restaurant is expected to reopen in June 2027.

Affordable · Mid-range Family restaurant · Seasonal
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Klassz Kultbisztró’s façade, terrace and flower-filled frontage in Keszthely 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.

Mid-range bistro. An evening with friends · For a glass of wine · Cult favourite · With a dog
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