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North shore: restaurants and food spots

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Stone building and welcoming garden terrace of Kotyogós Kávéterasz in Tihany, beside the Inner Lake Tihany

Brunch · Café · Breakfast and brunch

Kotyogós Kávéterasz

Kotyogós Kávéterasz in Tihany offers leisurely breakfasts, quality coffees and distinctive cakes beside the Inner Lake, away from the village's crowded main street. Opened by Erler Anita and Boros Gábor in 2018, this family café welcomes guests with old moka pots, pastel furniture, a large grassy garden and a homely atmosphere. Nagyfater reggelije, generously filled bagels, lavender iced coffee, homemade cordials and fruity sweets make it a likeable stop in one of Tihany's most peaceful corners.

Upper mid-range Artisan · Informal · Breakfast atmosphere
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Modern interior of Buborék Csopak bakery-bistro with bicycles, a bakery and breakfast tables Csopak

Bakery · Breakfast and brunch · Specialty coffee

Buborék Csopak

Buborék Csopak is more than a bakery: sourdough breads, French butter pastries, the celebrated pistachio croissant, substantial brunch dishes and speciality coffee meet in a distinctive cycling hub. Opened in 2021 and named Dining Guide Alternative Restaurant of the Year in 2024, the bakery-bistro is complemented by a bicycle shop, workshop, hire service and modern accommodation. Thoughtful design, a covered terrace and memorable breakfasts near Csopak beach.

Premium Artisan · For breakfast · Meeting place
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Lelkem Dörgicse: a distinctive culinary experience in the Balaton Uplands Dörgicse

Creative Hungarian · Seasonal

Lelkem

A tucked-away small restaurant in Dörgicse, where creative seasonal dishes, distinctive Balaton wines and genuine hospitality await beneath walnut trees. Run by chef Reiner Viktor and Ferencz Nikoletta, Lelkem tempts guests with a short, constantly changing menu, exciting vegetable dishes, memorable curd-cheese dumplings and specialty coffee. A place worth a special journey in the Balaton Uplands.

Upper mid-range Garden seating · Informal · Hidden gem
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Fék Étterem Balatonakali: potato pancakes and homemade cakes Balatonakali

Patisserie · Traditional Hungarian

Fék Kávéház Étterem

Crisp, generously topped potato pancakes, almond-coated pike-perch, home-style soups and irresistible cakes in Balatonakali! Beside main road 71, Fék Étterem és Kávéház welcomes guests with Hungarian cooking, a shaded terrace, an atmospheric cellar restaurant and its own cake shop. A place where it is worth saving room for warm strudel after a substantial lunch.

Mid-range Traditional · For a weekday lunch
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Balaton Étterem Balatonfüred: 5 tempting experiences Balatonfüred

Creative Hungarian · Modern Hungarian

Balaton Étterem

More than 130 years of hospitality history, Balaton views, distinctive fish dishes, Hungarian feasts and excellent local wines.

Upper mid-range An evening with friends · Town-centre setting · For a glass of wine
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Koloska Csárda Balatonfüred: 5 tempting woodland experiences Balatonfüred

Traditional csárda · Traditional Hungarian

Koloska Csárda

Balatonfüred’s Koloska Csárda is a distinctive stop for lovers of nature and Hungarian cooking.

Mid-range Dog-friendly · With a larger group · For groups
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Lepke Étterem Tihany: 5 tempting Balaton experiences 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.

Upper mid-range For a cycling trip · Cycling stop · Panoramic views
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Borcsa Étterem Balatonfüred: 5 tempting experiences Balatonfüred

Balaton cuisine · Local ingredients · Modern Hungarian · International

Borcsa Étterem

Spectacular Balaton views, enormous waterfront terraces and mouth-watering dishes in the heart of Balatonfüred! Operating since 1984 and renewed in 2023, Borcsa Étterem welcomes guests on Tagore promenade with Hungarian specialities, fresh fish dishes, generous meat platters and Mediterranean delights, overlooking the Tihany Peninsula. A perfect setting for a leisurely lunch or romantic dinner.

Upper mid-range An evening with friends · Informal · For a quiet dinner · Panoramic views · For a waterfront dinner
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Sáfránkert Vendéglő Paloznak: 5 tempting experiences Paloznak

BBQ · Modern Hungarian

Sáfránkert Vendéglő

Charcoal-grilled specialities, creatively reimagined Hungarian dishes, excellent Homola wines and an inviting garden in the heart of Paloznak. Sáfránkert Vendéglő combines the country flavours of the Balaton Uplands with the excitement of modern bistro cooking. Currently closed for reconstruction, the restaurant could once again become a distinctive culinary destination after its renewal.

Upper mid-range An evening with friends · For a glass of wine · With a dog
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Tranquillity and tradition Badacsonytomaj

Contemporary Hungarian · Creative Hungarian · Regional Hungarian

Borbarátok Étterem

Discover Badacsonytomaj's Borbarátok Étterem, where reimagined Hungarian dishes, flavoursome fish, distinctive desserts and wines from the family-owned Fata winery meet! An atmospheric garden terrace, generations of hospitality and an authentic Badacsony feel await for a leisurely lunch or memorable dinner.

Upper mid-range An evening with friends · For a family lunch · Garden seating
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