Stefania’s Bucharest Guide

What to do and where to eat in Bucharest

Traditional Romanian Food

Vatra Restaurants

my recommendation is to try the papanasi

Hanul Berarilor

lovely garden, close to the Parliament; taste the local sarmale and house beer

Lacrimi si Sfinti

traditional Romanian dishes with a modern spin

La Taifas Bistro

good food at affordable prices in a lovely old villa

Balls Restaurant

Honest heartfelt food, very popular among young locals

International cuisine

Simbio

relaxed atmosphere with amazing fusion cuisine and brunch

Nishani

tasty Balkan dishes with modern influences from the Aromanian community

Pescarus

lovely location next to the lake and a menu that combines fish dishes with popular dishes from Romania and Central Europe

Small places, great food

Dumicat

gourmet menu that changes every season

Pickels

hidden gem with expertly prepared dishes

Arzu

creative menu with international dishes and service with a smile

Vegetarian or Vegan Restaurants

Aubergine

fantastic Mediterranean food in the Old Town

Sublimme

small vegan menu with main dishes & cakes

Level Up

variety of plant-based staple Romanian dishes

Arome

bohemian location with diverse vegetarian menu

Places to hang out & enjoy a drink

Ton Bar

central space to enjoy music mixed by a DJ, a drink & a chat

Bartini Rooftop Bar

great view over central Bucharest

Ground Zero

the best craft beer produced in Bucharest, right in the Old Town

Zadar Bar

weekly live music, an inexpensive spot, popular with locals

Green Hours Jazz Cafe

chill atmosphere with weekly live music events

Negroni

brilliant cocktails & great fun

Clubs in Bucharest

Mojo Music Club

Bucharest premier karaoke spot and all-round good fun

Control

most famous venue for electronic music with frequent concerts

Expirat

alternative music club with occasional music acts

Surubelnita

great vibes and decent prices

Museums worth a visit

Village Museum

the open air museum that features hundreds of old traditional houses from all parts of Romania

Museum of Bucharest – Sutu Palace

the place to understand how Bucharest changed throughout the year, while visiting a former aristocratic residence

Contemporary Art Museum

constantly changing exhibitions from modern artists, housed inside the building of the Parliament Palace

National Museum of Old Maps & Books

small museum with many cherished items from the past, located in one of Bucharest’s most beautiful neighborhoods

Other interesting places

Carturesti Verona Bookstore

laidback atmosphere in a 19th century house, featuring more than just books

Romanian Athenaeum Concert Hall

the most impressive music hall in Romania

Obor Market

the country’s biggest traditional market, with local food stands and beloved terraces for street food

Cotroceni Quarter

the most romantic area in Bucharest

Brasov

one of the most scenic towns in Romania

Targoviste

here are the medieval ruins of Vlad the Impaler’s fortress and the place where Ceausescu was executed

Slanic Salt Mine

the largest salt mine in Europe

Vineyards of Dealu Mare

Romania’s biggest wine region; many companies offer wine tastings & accommodation