Name: PartON Bistro
Address: Balaton szíve tér, Zamárdi, 8621, HU
Telephone: +36 84 545 828
Price range: $$

PartON Bistro is the bistro of Zamárdi’s Hotel Wellamarin, right on the waterfront beside the Heart of Balaton (Balaton Szíve) statue. Rare on the south shore, it’s open every day all year round, so there’s somewhere to sit by the water in autumn and winter too. Its name comes from its location: „part” means shore, and the bistro literally stands on it.

View and open kitchen

From the terrace and the big windows you look out over the lake and the hills of the north shore. On the other side is the open kitchen, where you can watch the chefs at work. One guest described it as a pleasant spot next to the statue where the view is an experience in itself.

The kitchen

A Mediterranean-style, seasonally changing menu. In summer beach favourites appear on it; the rest of the year you can choose from tapas, soups and main courses. Pizza and burgers are always available. They cater for gluten-free, lactose-free and vegetarian diets, and children get their own menu. In the evening they work from a separate dinner menu.

The drinks

The drinks list includes local specialities: the gin and tonic made with Zamárdi’s Fenegyerek gin is the house’s local star. There are wines, cocktails and non-alcoholic refreshers too. Wine-tasting events are held from time to time.

What guests say

Most praise the view, the cosy, well-designed space, the fresh food and the friendly service, and several mention the children’s menu. On the booking site it averages 4.5 from more than two hundred reviews. There is criticism too: slow service has occurred in high season.

Good to know

Open every day of the year from 11:00 to 22:00. It is step-free and easy to reach with a pushchair, and there’s an electric-car charger. Tables can be booked online or by phone.

Who it’s for

If you’re looking for a waterside place in Zamárdi out of season, or want a comfortable family lunch in a modern bistro with a view. If you want cheap beach food, the neighbouring snack bars suit you better.

How much does it cost?

Mid-range: hotel-bistro prices, with pizza and burgers more affordable and main courses pricier.

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