The food
A carefully composed harmony of familiar and yet-to-be-discovered flavours, colours, shapes, scents, and textures enchant our guests. The characteristics of Hungarian cuisine, the precision of French techniques, and the subtle influences of Asian gastronomy all come together in the captivating, visually stunning world of Chef István Pesti. Our ten- and six-course tasting menus are tuned to the rhythm of nature and the changing seasons, showcasing the bounty of Platán Tata’s own garden.
The location
The Platán Gourmet Restaurant welcomes its guests in a picturesque setting, right in the heart of Tata, inside one of the historic buildings of the former Esterházy estate - about an hour drive from Budapest, Vienna, or Bratislava. This exceptional destination is renowned not only for its two MICHELIN-starred fine dining restaurant, but also for its accommodation, Platán Manor, awarded One Key by The MICHELIN Guide in 2025.
The experience
Platán Gourmet Restaurant offers its guests the chance to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life for a few hours and enjoy a fine dining experience recognized with two Michelin stars. The restaurant’s unique spaces, designed by internationally acclaimed Hungarian interior designer Zoltán Varró, offer a variety of experiences.
In the Green Saloon, right in front of our open kitchen, guests can witness the precise teamwork that brings exquisite, refined dishes to life—at the highest level, every day. For those seeking intimacy, we recommend the tranquil, cosy atmosphere of the Blue Saloon.
The chef
From the very beginning, Chef István Pesti has led the kitchen of Platán Gourmet Restaurant, awarded two Michelin stars. The restaurant perfectly embodies what he considers his personal credo: determination, respect for ingredients and our environment, and faith in the future of Hungarian gastronomy. His work has been recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Hungarian Bocuse d’Or Academy, and he was previously named Chef of the Year by the international Gault & Millau restaurant guide in Hungary. For years, he has also been an awardee in the “Excellent” category of The Best Chef Awards.
Since 2022, Platán Gourmet Restaurant has been awarded two stars by The MICHELIN Guide—making it Hungary’s first and only two Michelin-starred countryside restaurant. In 2025, as Gault & Millau resumed its Hungarian ratings, the Tata based restaurant received four toques and was ranked as the best countryside restaurant in Hungary.
