Keszthely Street food
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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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Keszthely Street food
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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Tihany Contemporary Hungarian · Italian · Pizza
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.
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Tihany Brunch · Pizza · Cakes and pastries · Vegan-friendly
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.
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Nemesgulács Balaton wines · Bistro · Wine terrace · Cultural pub
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.
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Balatonboglár Home-style cooking
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.
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Keszthely Bistro · International · Cakes and pastries · Vegan-friendly
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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Köveskál Balaton cuisine · Brunch · Local ingredients · Bakery · Seasonal
A garden restaurant in Köveskál, where Kővirág's longstanding charm meets Pan’ni's world of sourdough and brunch.
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Balatonfüred Balaton wines · Pizza
Stone-baked pizza, Balaton wines and leisurely company on Blaha Lujza utca. Formerly known as a Borbisztró, Kredenc is now pizza-focused, with Füred's street scene as much a part of the outing as lunch itself.
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Badacsonytomaj Grill · Creative Hungarian
Mede Ádám's live-fire kitchen in Badacsony: bodag flatbread, distinctive Hungarian dishes and changing blackboard specials. A fine-dining background in a more informal format.
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Balatonfüred Brunch · Small plates
Italian aperitivo and a bottle selection on Füred's Kisfaludy utca: prosecco, cocktails, antipasti and a terrace beneath chestnut trees. The 2026 season has ended; check the next opening separately.
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Keszthely Home-style cooking · Traditional Hungarian · Retro
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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Siófok Restaurant · International
Soft lamplight, elegantly laid tables, juicy steaks and distinctive gastronomic experiences. Siófok's Opus Étterem has everything for a romantic dinner or a memorable evening, where delicious food, good wines and an intimate atmosphere combine for perfect relaxation.
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Balatonszőlős Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Bistro · Farm-to-table · Home-style cooking · Local ingredients · Contemporary Hungarian · Creative Hungarian · Hungarian · Modern Hungarian · Seasonal
Vineyard views, reimagined Hungarian flavours and a family-friendly garden with Tihany in the background.
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Badacsony Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Local ingredients · Small plates · Seasonal
A cross-section of Badacsony's wine region in a tiny, distinctive wine bar, where every glass comes with a story and a personal recommendation.
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Fonyód Balaton wines · Mediterranean · Italian
Mediterranean flavours, creamy risottos, fine wines and stunning views of Badacsony. Fonyód's Rozé Bisztró awaits right beside Lake Balaton for a leisurely summer lunch or atmospheric sunset dinner. Discover one of the most tempting settings for Balaton's dolce vita!
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Balatonfüred Bakery · Specialty coffee · Cakes and pastries · Vegan-friendly
Gluten-free pastries, reimagined classic cakes and specialty coffee on the upper floor of the Silver shopping building. Sit-down coffee, beach supplies and holiday-home shopping in one place.
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Bistro · Fine bistro · Fish · Local ingredients · Contemporary Hungarian · International · Seasonal
An elegant restaurant right on the waterfront, with Varga Jácint's seasonal cooking and one of Balatonvilágos's finest panoramas.
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Fonyód Hungarian · Traditional Hungarian · Modern Hungarian
Discover Fonyód's Torony Étterem, where shady terraces, Hungarian specialities, mouth-watering meat and fish dishes and a varied pizza selection await! An excellent choice for a family lunch, dinner with friends or a pleasant food stop on a Balaton outing.
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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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