Good to know
Good to Know
- Sarajevo's dining scene is heavily meat-centric; vegetarian and vegan options, while growing, still require planning or reliance on dedicated venues.
- Cash is essential—many traditional restaurants, particularly aščinicas and smaller ćevabdžinicas, accept cash only (Inat Kuća explicitly cash-only).
- Ćevapi and burek are street-food staples and genuinely affordable; expect queues at popular spots during lunch (11am–2pm) and dinner (6pm–8pm).
- Aščinicas (traditional cafeteria-style lunch spots serving pre-made stews) close by early evening (around 6pm) and are lunch-centric; arrive early for best selection.
- Reservations are strongly recommended for mid-range and high-end restaurants (Dveri, Eno, Karuzo), especially on weekends.
- All prices quoted are approximate typical meal costs for one person and can vary based on specific dishes and portion choices.
- Delivery via Glovo and Korpa is viable, but quality and availability vary by neighborhood and time; order early for reliability.
Supermarkets
Bingo
- Location
- Alto Shopping Center basement (most central location)
- Note
- Largest supermarket chain; excellent selection
Konzum
- Location
- Multiple locations including city center (BBI Center, Sarajevo City Center)
- Note
- Major chain supermarket
Mercator
- Location
- Multiple locations across city center
- Note
- Chain supermarket with good variety
Budget
ĆEvabdžinica Hodžić
- Price Range
- BAM 10
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija (Old Town)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Ćevapi (grilled meat sausages with onions and bread)
Aščinica Hadžibajrić
- Price Range
- BAM 8.00
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Bosnian stews and soups (self-service cafeteria-style)
Buregdžinica Bosna
- Price Range
- BAM 5.00
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Burek (flaky pastry with meat, cheese, spinach, or potato filling)
Falafel Restaurant
- Price Range
- BAM 8.00
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Falafel, hummus, tabbouleh, and vegetable-based wraps
High End
Eno
- Price Range
- BAM 70
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija (hilltop garden location)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Bosnian cuisine with modern presentation, klepe (ravioli), pljeskavica (burger patty), views
Mala Kuhinja
- Price Range
- BAM 80
- Neighborhood
- City Center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Chef's creative international menu based on available ingredients, personalized dining
Mid Range
Inat Kuća
- Price Range
- BAM 45
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija (near City Hall, Veliki Alifakovac)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Bosnian mućkalica (meat stew), dolma, and Bosnian meat platters
Dveri
- Price Range
- BAM 40
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Bosnian meat dishes, pogača (freshly baked bread), vegetarian options
Zara Iz Duvara
- Price Range
- BAM 50
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Bosnian food with nettle specialties (klepe with nettle pesto, nettle bread)
Minjo
- Price Range
- BAM 45
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Traditional Bosnian dishes including sarma (stuffed cabbage rolls), grilled meats
Delivery Services
Glovo
- Notes
- Multi-category delivery (food, groceries, restaurants); operates throughout Sarajevo; accepts multiple payment methods
Korpa
- Notes
- Local food and grocery delivery service commonly used by expats
Local Must Try Dishes
ĆEvapi
- Description
- Grilled minced meat sausages (beef/lamb) served with somun bread, raw onions, and kajmak (sour cream-like spread)
Burek
- Description
- Flaky phyllo pastry spiral filled with meat, cheese, spinach, or potato; traditionally a Thursday/Sunday breakfast but eaten all day
Bosanski Lonac
- Description
- Bosnian hot pot—layered stew of mixed vegetables and meat (beef, lamb) simmered for hours
Sarma
- Description
- Grape leaves or cabbage rolls stuffed with seasoned minced meat
Klepe
- Description
- Bosnian ravioli—hand-rolled pasta pockets filled with seasoned minced meat and onions, served with sour cream or nettle pesto
Mućkalica
- Description
- Meat stew with vegetables, a traditional home-cooked dish
Ustipci
- Description
- Small fried dough balls served sweet with jam or savory with kajmak and cured meats
Bosnian Coffee
- Description
- Strong, finely ground coffee similar to Turkish coffee, traditionally served in small cups with sugar
Baklava
- Description
- Flaky pastry with nuts and honey syrup, traditionally made for special occasions
Tufahija
- Description
- Poached apple or pear dessert, traditional Bosnian sweet
Vegan And Vegetarian Dining
- Overview
- Sarajevo has a growing vegan and vegetarian scene, though most traditional Bosnian cuisine is meat-centric. Several dedicated vegan/vegetarian restaurants and many cafés with plant-based options exist, primarily in or near the city center.
Venues
Veganer (FastVeganFood)
- Price Range
- BAM 10
- Neighborhood
- Near city center, across river from Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fully vegan fast food: vegan burgers, wraps, fries (Amarillo Burger with spicy sauce, homemade bean patties)
Bistro Zdravo
- Price Range
- BAM 20
- Neighborhood
- Newer city district (accessible by public transport/taxi)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fully vegan restaurant: soups, bowls, salads, mains, desserts, in-house shop with vegan products
Sham Restaurant
- Price Range
- BAM 18
- Neighborhood
- Edge of Baščaršija
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Vegan versions of traditional Bosnian dishes (vegan ćevapi, burek, sarma), plus falafel and salads
Karuzo
- Price Range
- BAM 35
- Neighborhood
- City center
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fully vegetarian restaurant with extensive creative menu; many vegan options; mushroom risotto with figs, tofu sarmice
Falafel Restaurant
- Price Range
- BAM 12
- Neighborhood
- Baščaršija (Old Town)
- Cuisine Or Dish
- Fully vegetarian: falafel plates, wraps, burgers, hummus, tabbouleh, many vegan options
Michelin Restaurants
- Note
- No Michelin Guide currently operates in Bosnia and Herzegovina; no Michelin-starred restaurants exist in Sarajevo.
International Cuisine
- Overview
- Pizza, burgers, Turkish kebab, and Asian fusion restaurants are increasingly available in central Sarajevo, particularly in Baščaršija and near shopping centers. Turkish restaurants are notably popular, as is pizza delivery.
Notable Cuisines
- Turkish (kebab, pide)
- Italian (pizza)
- Asian fusion
- Mediterranean
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