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A view of Tihanyi Vinarius’s terrace, thatched building and the Inner Lake. Tihany

Restaurant · Modern Hungarian

Tihanyi Vinarius

Two-hundred-year-old abbey walls, enchanting views of Tihany's Belső-tó, succulent duck breast and venison with porcini, followed by a tempting lavender-and-chocolate dessert. At Michelin-recommended Tihanyi Vinarius, discover a new face of Hungarian cooking while enjoying Balaton wine on one of the peninsula's most romantic terraces.

Premium Panoramic views · Romantic · With a terrace
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The terrace of the thatched Rádpuszta Gasztro Élménybirtok in Balatonlelle. Balatonlelle

Traditional csárda · Traditional oven · Traditional Hungarian

Rádpuszta Gasztro Élménybirtok

Crisp oven-roasted ribs, rosemary roast duck, steaming kettle goulash and tempting poppy-seed bread pudding tiramisu to finish! At Rádpuszta Gasztro Élménybirtok in Balatonlelle, Hungarian feasts come with horse shows, an atmospheric wine cellar and a genuine country feel. A place where a delicious lunch can easily become an unforgettable afternoon-long adventure.

Upper mid-range, with generous Hungarian dishes, oven-roasted meats and distinctive rural activities. Family outing · Estate experiences · Event venue
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Freshly fried lángos covered with cheese from Jóbarátok Halsütöde. Balatonalmádi

Snack bar · Fish dishes · Traditional Hungarian

Jóbarátok Halsütöde

Golden-brown crisp bream, tender pikeperch, steaming paprika fish soup and a good fermented cucumber alongside! At Jóbarátok Halsütöde in Balatonalmádi, freshly prepared fish dishes meet an authentic Balaton atmosphere. A place to settle down to a hearty fish lunch and enjoy every bite.

Mid-range, with quality fish dishes. Larger fish sold by weight may cost more. Informal · Beach snack bar · Seasonal
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Crisp-skinned salmon fillet with vegetables from Lavender Terasz’s selection. Balatonvilágos

Fusion · Oven-baked pizza · Steak

Lavender Terasz

Juicy steaks cooked to perfection, creamy Parmesan risotto, distinctive wines and a delightful Mediterranean garden! At Lavender Terasz in Balatonvilágos, choose your own steak from the ageing fridge, then enjoy dinner at a romantic table beside the fishpond. A place where the first bite tells you the journey was worthwhile.

Upper mid-range and premium, with exceptional steaks, quality meats and varied bistro cooking. For an occasion · Garden seating · With a terrace
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Hungarian-style ragout with dumplings at Anno Taverna’s restaurant in Balatonszárszó. Balatonszárszó

Traditional Hungarian · Mediterranean

Anno Taverna

Juicy duck leg, creamy house pasta enriched with fragrant porcini and Roquefort, and heavenly poppy-seed bread pudding with mascarpone to finish! Hungarian favourites meet Mediterranean flavours on Anno Taverna's inviting shaded terrace in Balatonszárszó. A place to settle in, eat heartily, talk and stay a little longer.

Upper mid-range, with generous Hungarian dishes and international favourites. Family restaurant · Classic · For groups
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Freshly baked, generously topped pizza from Pizza Sztori’s wood-fired oven. Balatonmáriafürdő

Italian · Pizzeria

A Pizza Sztori

Blistered pizza rims, airy soft dough, melting mozzarella and the irresistible aroma of a wood-fired oven! At Balatonmáriafürdő's Pizza Sztori, Naples's finest traditions come alive with exciting toppings, truffle specialities and tempting Italian desserts. You know after the first bite that one slice will not be enough!

Mid-range, with quality Neapolitan pizzas and Italian ingredients. Traditional oven · Artisan · Seasonal
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A colourful ice-cream selection at Florida Fagyizó’s counter in Balatonmáriafürdő. Balatonmáriafürdő

Ice cream shop

Florida Fagyizó

Silky chocolate, coffee caramel, rum-soaked plum and crunchy walnut in one irresistible scoop! Balaton Noir, the 2026 Balaton Fagyija winner, was born at Florida Fagyizó in Balatonmáriafürdő. Somodi János's award-winning creations, daring pairings and creamy delights deserve more than a one-scoop visit. The difficult part is choosing which to try first!

Mid-range, with award-winning artisan ice creams and unusual flavours. Award-winning · Seasonal
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Colourful scoops of ice cream in a cone from Bringatanya in Gyenesdiás. Gyenesdiás

Patisserie · Ice cream shop

Bringatanya – Somogyi Fagylaltműhely

Silky pistachio, dark chocolate enlivened by passion fruit, fragrant grape ice cream and award-winning specialities born from Badacsony wine! At Gyenesdiás's Bringatanya – Somogyi Fagylaltműhely, every scoop is a new flavour adventure. World-championship successes, daring pairings and irresistibly creamy ice creams await. Stopping at one scoop is difficult here!

Upper mid-range, with award-winning artisan ice creams and distinctive ingredients. Cycling stop · Homely atmosphere · Seasonal
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An artisan chocolate cake at Mónisüti in Gyenesdiás. Gyenesdiás

Patisserie · Ice cream shop · Café

Mónisüti

Airy vanilla cream, crisp pastry crumbs, silky pistachio cream and chocolate-raspberry cake delights! Gyenesdiás's Mónisüti is a sweet little world where Móni's passion shines through every cake. The legendary custard slice alone is worth a visit — but beware: you may leave with three slices instead of one!

Upper mid-range, with quality home-style pastries and distinctive cakes. Homely atmosphere · Artisan · Cosy
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Dessert with ice cream at Karolina Kávéház és Koktélbár in Balatonfüred. Balatonfüred

Café · Cocktail bar

Karolina Kávéház és Koktélbár

Airy custard slices, silky chocolate cakes, sweets made from grandma's recipes and aromatic coffees, all seasoned with the atmosphere of Balatonfüred's sailing harbour. On Karolina Kávéház's terrace, it is easy to be tempted by one more slice, then lose yourself in a Balaton afternoon over a cooling cocktail.

Upper mid-range, with premium café offerings and homemade patisserie. Town-centre setting · Meeting place · With a terrace
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Orange cake and coffee at Bergmann Cukrászda in Balatonfüred. Balatonfüred

Patisserie · Café

Bergmann Cukrászda – Petőfi utca

Crisp, caramel-topped French custard slices, silky vanilla cream, airy cakes and tempting homemade ice creams! At Balatonfüred's Bergmann Cukrászda, more than 80 years of family pastry-making tradition lie behind the sweet bites. A slice of cake, an aromatic cappuccino and a little leisurely indulgence that is simply hard to resist.

Upper mid-range, with traditional artisan pastries and distinctive cakes. Classic · With a terrace
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Sourdough loaves and pastries from Péklány’s selection Balatonfüred

Bakery

Péklány Kézműves Pékség

Crisp-crusted sourdough breads, Belgian-butter cruffins filled with pistachio cream and soft cocoa swirls baked to Grandma's recipe! At Péklány Kézműves Pékség in Balatonfüred, the aroma of fresh pastries alone makes you hungry. Delicious coffee, a few irresistible bites and morning becomes the best part of the day.

Upper mid-range, with premium artisan breads and pastries made with real butter. For breakfast
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