Öböl Piknik stands on the border of Balatonfüred and Csopak, at the gateway to Kerekedi Bay, right next to one of the most beautiful cycle paths on the north shore. You spot it from afar with its blue windows and vintage feel, and the terrace has an open view of the lake. Nikolett Szalai’s place brings casual elegance and a Tuscan mood to Lake Balaton, in the interior, the garden and the menu alike.
A short menu, fresh ingredients
The menu is short on purpose, with the focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients and careful plating. There are roasted prawns, pork knuckle and other oven dishes, juicy sandwiches, light salads and cheese platters, the latter best with a light spritzer or lemonade. The soups follow the season too: green pea or strawberry cream soup in summer, and according to their Facebook page mushroom soup in autumn.
Smoke and grill
The Facebook photos show that the grill plays a serious role. Slow-smoked, glossy glazed ribs, grilled corn and thick-patty burgers come out to the terrace. The dessert display changes daily, but túrógombóc (cottage cheese dumplings) is a constant favourite, and cheesecake with fresh berries often appears too.
From morning to evening
It is not just for lunch. They serve breakfast, there is live music from time to time, and big matches are shown on screen. So there is a reason to drop in at any time of day, from the morning coffee to the evening spritzer as the sun sinks over the lake.
The place
A panoramic terrace with parasols and a lake view, plus a garden and an indoor space. It sits by the cycle path, with a bike repair kit on hand, and you can roll straight from the path onto the terrace. Family-friendly, with a children’s and a vegetarian menu, and dogs are welcome. There is a free car park of its own, and SZÉP cards are accepted.
Opening hours
A seasonal place, typically open from late spring to the end of September. Check current hours and closing days on their Facebook page before you go.
What do guests say?
Guests praise the view, the calm, refined atmosphere and the carefully plated food.
Who is it for?
Cyclists who want a proper lunch on the lakeside route. Couples and groups of friends watching the sunset over a glass of wine. Families, dog owners and anyone looking for a quieter panoramic terrace instead of the bustle of Füred.
How much does it cost?
Mid-range: a main course with a drink costs a few thousand forints per person, and the view comes with it.
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Worth a taste
Smoked ribs
Slow-smoked, glossy glazed ribs from the grill, with grilled corn.
Local tip
Cheese platter and a spritzer at sunset
In the late afternoon order a cheese platter with a light spritzer or lemonade, and sit at the lake side of the terrace.
The BalatonEats meal plan
How to put your meal together
- 01Smoked ribs
Slow-smoked, with grilled corn.
- 02Cheese platter
With a spritzer or lemonade.
- 03Túrógombóc
The constant dessert favourite.
What guests say
What stays with guests?
Guests praise the view, the calm, refined atmosphere and the carefully plated food.
Public tourism profiles, the venue’s Facebook page and guest reviews. Checked on 12 November 2026.+
What brings people back
- Panoramic terrace
- Right by the cycle path
- Smoked meats, burgers
- Dog-friendly
- Free own car park
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Good to know before you go
- Opens seasonally.
- There may be closing days during the week.
Photo credits
Photos: Öböl Piknik Facebook page
