Head inland from the lake to the town hall for a rare gastronomic treat. Chef Balázs Elek presides over a sleek, minimalist restaurant with a succinct menu that changes monthly, its dishes dictated by whatever is market-fresh. Expect to be treated to the likes of duck liver with crab and wakame or leg of lamb with plum and sweet potatoes. Superb stuff.
Bistro Sparhelt
Top choice in Lake Balaton & Southern Transdanubia
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