Cakum Pakum

Dining

Like most areas in the Balkan region, Sarajevo’s cuisine is made up of fresh local produce such as meat (particularly lamb), dairy products, different breads, fresh fruit and vegetables. Traditional dishes to look out for include jagnjetina (lamb grilled over open fire), begova corba (chicken), one of the many stews and the local fast food cevapcici (minced meat sausages). However, be sure to leave space for a piece of baklava, a sweet honey pastry.

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Inat Kuca

Inat Kuca is a longstanding (since 1998) traditional restaurant housed in a historical building across the bridge from the Old Town Hall. Try the bosanski lonac, a hearty lamb and vegetable stew, or other Bosnian specialties off the extensive menu. Traditional music (sevdalinka) is played. …

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Apetit Restaurant

It is this restaurant's personal approach that leaves patrons coming back for more - the open kitchen makes for direct contact with the chef, who recreates the menu daily based on the availability of fresh ingredients. Choose from a set menu or let yourself be surprised by the …

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Cakum Pakum

Walking into this cosy restaurant feels like entering a vintage shop - the place is full of antiques, old leather suitcases and various retro-looking knick-knacks. Superb International cuisine is severed amongst these relics, with an emphasis on Italian …

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Mala Kuhinja

The tiny restaurant operates on a rather unusual basis - there are no menus, but rather a conversation with the waiter about your individual preferences, likes and dislikes. This is followed by a suggestion from the staff, and locally-sourced food is prepared in an open kitchen before your …

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Buregdzinica Bosna

Burek is a must-try local fast food, and this easy-to-locate establishment arguably serves up some of the best in town. Select your stuffing of choice (whether meat, cheese or vegetables is up to you) and order yogurt to serve as dip on the …

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Bazeni

Tucked away yet in the heart of it all, Bazeni is a family-run restaurant with a truly unusual and unique setting by the water, overlooking the old town. Prices are incredibly low for the quality of food served. One would be hard-pressed to find a better lunch location …

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Dveri

This is a traditional Bosnian restaurant with rather unique rustic interior and beautifully prepared food. The portions are large and the service is friendly and warm. Serves breakfast, and a variety of menu options for lunch and dinner. An extensive list of local wines is available to …

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Vinoteka

Vinoteka offers beautifully presented Italian dishes from a rather innovative menu. Expect steaks and seafood in abundance. Meals are served inside an authentic wine cellar, and al fresco dining is made possible on the enclosed veranda during the summer months. …

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