Must-see restaurants in Serbia

Among Belgrade's slim offerings for vegetarians, here's a gem right in the city centre. Mayka serves up worldly vegetarian specialities in a Serbian way…

This character-filled, snug little nook serves up the finest vegetarian and pescatarian meals in northern Serbia. Organic, locally sourced ingredients?…

The fact that this family business has existed for over a century in Belgrade’s competitive bakery market is quite an achievement. The Serbian tradition…

Šaran (meaning 'carp') is rightfully renowned as Zemun's best quayside fish restaurant for its exceptional fish dishes, professional service and welcoming…

Little wonder locals and visitors have long been singing the praises of this gem: it's one of the most interesting dining experiences in Belgrade. Tuck…

This cheerful and always busy gelato shop sells some of Belgrade's best and boasts some wacky flavours (gorgonzola, peanut butter and chocolate-covered…

Belgrade's best foodie bang for the buck is this newcomer clandestinely occupying a 1st-floor apartment south of the old train station. Courses from the…

An unremarkable houseboat moored far enough from the city centre that few people know about it (or ever see it!), this undeniably simple restoran …

There are likely better Serbian-style pljeskavica (hamburgers) in Novi Sad, but there certainly aren't better American-style burgers, and the beauty of…

While this property is perfect for rustic repose, it's the traditional Vojvodinian-style feasting and the activities that draw the crowds. Work in the…

Down by the Danube, with a huge lantern-decorated garden and a soundtrack of chillout bossa nova tunes, gorgeous Pasent is an unmissable dining experience…

This upscale, standout New Balkan restaurant elegantly occupies the oldest preserved home in Niš (dating to 1878) and is easily the city's top dining…

If you're in Vrnjačka Banja for a spa splurge, head to 'Three Doves' for mouth-wateringly prepared fish and seafood, from delectable lignje na žaru …

Crna Ovca means 'Black Sheep' in Serbian but tasty gelato emerging from this tiny little Belgrade transplant has nothing of which to be ashamed. Top…

Konoba (Serbian for 'tavern') delivers on its promise, with an atmosphere as full-blooded as its substantial meals such as the recommended venison stew…

Upmarket, innovative small-plate takes on Balkan cuisine are the go to at this chic spot – the best of a handful of trendy options overlooking the river…

Just off pedestrianised Knez Mihailova (look for the red umbrellas in the patio), Manufaktura offers Balkan dining in a modern ambience resembling an…

Covered from floor to ceiling in a riot of out-there artworks and marvellous miscellany, and staffed (and frequented) by peculiar characters, to step…

The name means 'that's it', and in this case, they're talking about meat. Piles of the stuff, grilled in all its juicy glory, make up the menu here in the…

One of Belgrade's best new restaurants, Bela Reka is modern and sophisticated, but fiercely dedicated to the traditional craft of Serbian cuisine, and is…