When you decide it’s time for some fiesta in Belgrade you should come to Zapata. Enjoy some tequila and treat yourself to some hearty Mexican food.
They have everything you need…nachos, tacos, chimichangas, fajitas and it’s all delicious. Sorry, but you will need to bring your own sombrero.
Prices are reasonable and the service is very good.
Hidden in plain sight Dvoriste is like a portal to some Greek island tavern.
With their meze plates, you can almost feel the summer sun on your face even when the days are cold and gray.
During summer Dvorište lives up to its name (Courtyard) and brings the Mediterranean vibes outside.
Service is really tentative and maybe one of the best in Belgrade.
On some days they have live music to make the atmosphere even nicer.
You woke up in the middle of Belgrade. Maybe even a bit dizzy from all that rakija you tried last night.
Zrno is a small cafeteria that can make you feel better. With some great blends as well as single origin coffee you can find the perfect anti-venom to get you through the day.
Tip: Try their home Santo Grano Red or go for the real deal Jamaican Blue Mountain.
Location
Njegoseva 52, Belgrade
One of the best and fastest growing coffee shop chains in Serbia with a good reason.
You can get coffee from different parts of the globe with detailed description and chart to find your taste.
Single origin or house blend coffee? You can find both in Kafeterija coffee shops.
Tip: Black Diamond and Nutella almond croissant.
If you are true gelato lover you wouldn’t want to miss Flor gelato in Belgrade.
Homemade soft Italian gelato with some great flavors to chose from.
You can go for traditional Vanilla and Chocolate all the way to some unique flavors.
Tip: Definitely try Mascarpone and Figs and Nuty (Nutella)
Need a daily shot of caffeine? Wake up and smell the java.
You can find this cool coffee shop on Senjak away from the crowds. If you are near the Museum of Yugoslavia or got yourself a place to stay near this place, you should make it your first stop to jumpstart your day. They have few choices of that much-needed caffeine fix for you to enjoy.
Totally off the tourist map, this local pub is hidden in Banovo Brdo so you’ll have to work a bit harder to find it. Your reward beside good choice of beers will be food to match. Their burgers, sausages and freshly made bread can really be worth the trip.
When the weather is nice there’s plenty of room outside, but inside can be a bit crowded because it’s a small pub. Nevertheless, the atmosphere is nice and relaxed. If you are planning to come in the evening with a group of friends I would recommend coming early or booking a table.
Tip: Try local craft beer Hoptopod (IPA) and chilly sausages with cheese.
If you want to get away from the crowds come to this speakeasy bar. Druid really has some special potions made in form of cocktails. One of the hidden gems in Belgrade it’s a small, intimate and sophisticated bar you never knew existed.
Ask for a classic cocktail or find your perfect poison with a help of a bartender. They play old LP’s and sometimes they have live blues/jazz music.
Take note it’s a winter bar so it’s probably closed May-September. Check a green light outside to know if it’s open.
Tip: All bartenders know their stuff, but if available ask for Rasha. You’ll be in good hands.
Looking for a place to crack open a cold one with the boys (or girls)? How about a visit to a craft brewery?
Well, now you can have both in one place. If you visit a small craft brewery Dogma in the middle of Belgrade you can try some great craft beers and sit back and enjoy.
They make hoppy ales which you can try at their taproom. It’s big enough for large groups so you can bring all your beer loving friends. Also, they have a small tour with tasting from the tanks if the crowd is right.
Tip: If I had to choose only one beer it would be the Hoptopod (IPA)
Čedić is one of those off beaten track kind of place. Looking at the map there is nothing around it that will be off interest for regular tourist visiting Belgrade. But this local restaurant itself is enough of a reason to do just that.
Kafanas are local restaurants like taverns. It’s a place for family and friends to have lunch or dinner and have a good time. In some there is even live music. Today there are new kind of kafanas popular with younger people that are more of a club than a restaurant.
Not Cedic. It’s a family run restaurant with great food and service. A home away from home atmosphere.
Tip: Start your day at Ada Ciganlija, and finish it by coming to a lunch or dinner in Cedic. It’s a 5-minute drive away. Take a taxi or a bus and have a good meal away from crowd and tourist traps.
Try Rebarca (pork ribs) or Teletina ispod sača (beef).
