Must-see restaurants in The Danube Delta & Black Sea Coast

  • Ivan Pescar

    Danube Delta

    An awesome fish restaurant such as this is long overdue on Tulcea's Danube port. Expect very good traditional fish soup, as well as grilled fish and…

  • Irish Pub

    Constanţa

    Several years after it opened to an enthusiastic reception, this is still the place to see and be seen, and one of the best meals in town. There are a…

  • Sandalandala

    Vama Veche

    This spacious summertime terrace bar and restaurant, connected to a campground on the northern end of the resort, feels like a relaxing antidote to the…

  • Chevalet

    The Danube Delta & Black Sea Coast

    Head chef Nelu Păucă trained around the world before opening this romantic beachfront restaurant on the far northern end of Mamaia. Specialities include…

  • Casa Double M

    Vama Veche

    This family-run inn on the main highway that passes through town takes home-cooking to a new level. Traditional Romanian dishes, as well as ample fish and…

  • Pizzico

    Constanţa

    Pizzico has greatly expanded its range in the past few years, moving beyond very good wood-fired pizza to excellent grilled meats, seafood and chops. The…

  • On Plonge

    Constanţa

    This brawny portside eatery with an informal, everyman vibe specialises in fresh fish hauled in off the boat. Gets packed on summer nights and service…

  • Cherhana

    Vama Veche

    This informal grill-and-picnic-tables beachfront place draws big crowds, particularly campers from the nearby wild campsites. The fresh fish is grilled on…

  • Restaurant Select

    Danube Delta

    Though it’s a couple of blocks away from the port and lacks any buzz to speak of, this hotel restaurant is still one of the best places in town. The…

  • Perla

    Danube Delta

    Reliably good restaurant, slightly west of the centre, meaning fewer crowds. Enjoy Romanian sour soups, and traditional specialities, as well as very good…

  • Marco Polo

    Constanţa

    A swanky Italian restaurant where servers swarm to keep patrons happy. Portions are generous and the pizza, pasta, meat, fish and veg dishes are all…

  • Restaurant Central

    Danube Delta

    This low-key terrace restaurant a couple of blocks away from the port draws a mostly local crowd for beers, well-done pork dishes and fresh fish.

  • Restaurant Lyana

    Vama Veche

    Restaurant Lyana is a popular, convenient spot to grab a quick bite, including a welcome breakfast of omelettes and coffee. Choose from sun-soaked seats…

  • La Mama

    The Danube Delta & Black Sea Coast

    This branch of a reliable local chain serves up huge portions of traditional Romanian specialities at affordable, family-friendly prices. You'll find it…

  • Restaurant Marea Neagră

    Danube Delta

    This large and popular open-air terrace offers more than a dozen fish specialities, including sturgeon. It's located on the riverfront promenade, just…

  • Trident

    Danube Delta

    Excellent spot for good thin-crust pizza and fast pasta.

  • Market

    Constanţa

    Stock up on fruit, cheese and vegetables here. Just outside the market is a window serving classic Romanian snacks like cheese pies and covrigi (hot…

  • Supermarket

    Danube Delta

    This small but convenient minimarket is a good place to stock up on water, food and beer for the beach. Located in the centre of the village.

  • Supermarket

    Danube Delta

    Stock up on provisions for the beach or boat ride here at this all-purpose market in the commercial complex on the riverfront promenade.