Öreg Halász is in Siófok, on Zamárdi utca: a wooden house with carved columns, a wooden terrace and a large garden with a playground. Checked and Kalocsa-embroidered tablecloths, lavender on the tables. It opens at noon every day all year, so it is a good choice out of season too.
Fish and Hungarian cooking
The name (“Old Fisherman”) is no accident: the kitchen is built around fish, alongside classic Hungarian and international dishes. On the plates: chicken paprikash with dumplings and sour cream, roast meat with onion and pepper, lamb chops with mushroom ragout and rösti. Desserts include homemade apple pie. Portions are generous.
Wines
The wine list goes beyond Balaton: Kéknyelű from Badacsony, St. Martinus from Pannonhalma, Thummerer Muscat from Eger, plus prosecco. It is worth asking for a pairing with each dish.
Good to know
Open every day from 12:00 to 22:00. There is private parking and a playground in the garden, so it is easy with family. At weekends, with a larger group, book a table.
Who it is for
For families and anyone in Siófok looking for a hearty Hungarian lunch or dinner in a quiet garden rather than on the promenade.
Worth a taste
Fish dishes from the house kitchen
The restaurant is built around fish, alongside classic Hungarian dishes.
Local tip
Easy with kids
There is a playground in the garden and parking is sorted. Book for weekends if you are a larger group.
The BalatonEats meal plan
How to put your meal together
- 01Fish starter or soup
Start with what the house is known for.
- 02Chicken paprikash with dumplings or lamb chops
A hearty Hungarian main.
- 03Apple pie with a glass of Muscat
Homemade dessert with a sweet wine.
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What brings people back
- Open all year
- Generous portions
- Garden with playground
- Private parking
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Good to know before you go
- Classic, not experimental cooking
Photo credits
Photos: Öreg Halász Vendéglő Facebook page
