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Balaton Étterem
More than 130 years of hospitality history, Balaton views, distinctive fish dishes, Hungarian feasts and excellent local wines.
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Alsóörs Balaton wines · Bistro · Fish · Home-style cooking · International · Pizza · Seasonal
Carpaccio Étterem
Alsóörs's reliable Italian address for almost thirty-five years, with personal hospitality, seafood and a serious wine list.
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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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Badacsonytomaj Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Grill · Seasonal
Folly Arborétum és Étterem
An arboretum walk, Balaton views, estate wines and relaxed seasonal cooking on a Badacsonyörs hillside.
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Balatonboglár Bistro · Hungarian · International · Seasonal
Gianpiero’s Étterem & Bor
A year-round bistro beneath plane trees in Balatonboglár: Hungarian foundations, seasonal dishes and Balaton wines. The former cocktail bar offers a starting point for both an unhurried lunch and a multi-course dinner.
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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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Balatonlelle Balaton cuisine · Bistro · Farm-to-table · Fine bistro · Fish · Local ingredients · Contemporary Hungarian · Modern Hungarian · Seasonal · Vegan-friendly
Kedvesem Bisztró
A grandmother's legacy has grown into a contemporary family bistro built around its own garden and Balaton ingredients.
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Balatonszemes Balaton wines · Farm-to-table · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · Regional Hungarian · Seasonal
Kistücsök Food & Room
A dependable Balatonszemes institution for three decades: Hungarian restaurant classics, seasonal Balaton dishes, a strong local wine list and a separate Séfszoba for those wanting to go beyond à la carte.
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Hévíz Hungarian · Regional Hungarian · Traditional restaurant
Kocsi Csárda Hévíz
Cauldron goulash, rich venison stew with dödölle potato dumplings, crispy goose leg and generous csárda platters in the heart of Hévíz! Open since 1985, Kocsi Csárda welcomes you with traditional Hungarian dishes, an atmospheric garden terrace and live music, just a few minutes' walk from famous Lake Hévíz. A perfect choice for a substantial lunch or memorable dinner.
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Balatonfüred Balaton wines · Pizza
Kredenc Pizza Pont – Balatonfüred
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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Badacsony Patisserie · Dessert workshop · Café · Specialty coffee
La Téne Desszertműhely & Kávéház
Badacsony's La Téne is one of Balaton's most exciting pastry-shop experiences.
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Badacsony Balaton cuisine · Balaton wines · Wine terrace · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · Small plates · Seasonal
Laposa Borterasz
A year-round panoramic terrace in Badacsony with a broad Laposa wine selection, guided tastings and seasonal cooking based on local ingredients.
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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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Badacsonytomaj Grill · Creative Hungarian
Mede by Adam Mede
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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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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Siófok Restaurant · International
Opus Étterem – Hotel Azúr Prémium
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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Szentbékkálla Home-style cooking
Szent Benedek Reggeliző
A shady inner courtyard in Szentbékkálla with egg breakfasts, savoury eggy bread and pancakes. An informal breakfast stop to plan before exploring the Káli Basin — not a panoramic estate restaurant.
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Zalavár Traditional Hungarian · Regional Hungarian
Zsebi Kifőzdéje
Zsebi Kifőzdéje is one of the Kis-Balaton area's appealing food discoveries.
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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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Ideas beyond the menu.
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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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