10 Restaurants You Must Visit in 2020 in Belgrade

Istok

We kick the list off with a restaurant I’ve loved from the first bite. Not only is it the only restaurant specializing in Vietnamese cuisine, it is also one of the rare few Asian restaurants that has something for everyone. They have great soups, seafood-based dishes, vegan and vegetarian options, a bunch of meaty dishes, as well as a unique dessert menu.

There are two main features that set Istok apart from competition. Firstly, the flavors and food combinations found on their menu are truly unique and cannot be found anywhere else. Secondly, their menu is sectioned in an original way. They have a “small plates” section where you can find and order many smaller dishes and enjoy the authentic Vietnamese experience. For those looking for one main dish, Istok also has a “big plates” section.

My advice for your first visit is to go with a friend or two and get many of the small dishes. You will not regret it.

Website: http://istokrestoran.com

Trpeza

From experimental and unique flavors of Asia we go back to a traditional Serbian restaurant. Oh baby, we are talking about grilled meat. This section will not be too long because there are no words that can describe the quality of Trpeza’s food. The key here is the holy trinity of Serbian attitude towards food – quantity, quality, and price. Trpeza’s serving sizes are enormous, we are talking 800 grams and above. If you get half a serving size, you’re still getting more than the average serving size in Serbian restaurants. The quality of their grilled meat is almost unparalleled.

I saved the best for last, try their ribs.

Website: http://trpeza.co.rs

Campania Trattoria

I am a huge fan of high quality process and Campania does that aspect right. The restaurant is a proud owner of a prestigious certificate in the pizza world. If you want to try authentic Neapolitan style pizza, this is the place to go. However, Campania is far from just a pizza place. They offer a wide array of classic Italian dishes, pasta, and delicious starters.

While I could sit here and tell you how their tomato sauce is made out of special tomatoes that grew on volcanic soil and how they have an authentic Neapolitan pizza oven, none of that would do the restaurant justice. You need to go there, order a classic Margherita pizza and maybe some wine and enjoy your night in one of the best Italian restaurants in the world.

Website: http://trattoriacampania.com/?lang=en

Restoran Dimitrije

We’re jumping from one place with a high quality process to another. Restoran Dimitrije is for the lovers of steak. While the restaurant isn’t as popular as Babaroga, Restoran Dimitrije completely outclasses Babaroga in terms of meat quality and selection. Selection here is a key word. Restoran Dimitrije has genuine black angus beef, wagyu beef, great domestic beef, as well as Iberico pork. You will no doubt have to pay a lot of money for a black angus steak, but you will be getting some of the best meat in the world. Nothing comes close to these flavors. In conclusion, if you have a desire to empty your wallet fast but you want to make sure you’re getting what you paid for, Restoran Dimitrije is the place for you. Oh yeah, they also have pizza.

Website: http://restorandimitrije.rs

Hari’s Creperie

Hari’s Creperie is a place for true lovers of sweets and pure hedonism. Belgrade is home to several spots that offer crepes, pancakes, and waffles, but nobody does it like Hari’s. Their product portfolio includes both sweet and savory items. More importantly though, the menu has premade options as well as the “create your own” which will allow you to make your dream waffle or pancake. The quality of every single item is immediately evident. The Hari’s team puts a lot of effort to ensure premium quality in all ingredients. My advice to you is to pick one of their premade options because they are always well composed and balanced.

Website: http://www.haris-creperie.gr/en/index.php

La Taqueria

Flying from the dream land of sweets straight to Mexico. La Taqueria, as the name suggests, specialize in tacos. They have all kinds of tacos. I don’t have much to say except that I’ve heard Mexican says that La Taqueria’s tacos taste like home. It truly is an authentic experience and be ready to bring a solid appetite.

Their website is down but here’s the menu: https://www.donesi.com/dostava/beograd/stari-grad/la-taqueria

Pizza Bar

Pizza Bar’s motto is “your happy place”. Pizza Bar is definitely my happy place. I will start with the eponymous dish, the pizza. All of their pizzas are very flavorful, each one equipped with high quality ingredients, delicately balanced. Almost all pizzas come in thick and thin crust varieties. Unlike Campania Trattoria, they don’t have the Neapolitan style pizza, but their pizza is no joke. You cannot book a table at the restaurant because they simply don’t do reservations, and they don’t need to because their food makes sure the house is full. I’ve been raving on about their pizza, but pizza is not the only thing that’s absolutely fantastic on their menu. They have numerous fantastic dishes in other categories. Their drinks are amazing too.

My recommendation is to try the Porketa pizza and wash it down with one of their homemade ice tea options. Oh and ask the waiter for the chilli oil.

Website: https://pizzabar.rs

Holy Smokes

We are back on meat street with another absolute banger. Holy Smokes is the only authentic Texan barbeque place in the city. There are no words that can describe the flavour in their food. They have a fairly simply menu with just a few options. The options are few but extremely high in quality. It’s all about the process. It takes a lot of time every single day to run a good Texan barbeque place and Holy Smokes does it right. Go there and get some brisket and burnt ends, you will not regret it.

Website: https://holysmokes.rs

Marukoshi

Marukoshi is a Japanese restaurant which makes it the second Asian entry on this list. I know what you’re thinking – Japanese so it must be sushi. Marukoshi does not have sushi on its menu, only traditional Japanese dishes. The menu features excellent noodles, dumplings, ramen, various rice bowls, curry, and unique desserts. There’s plenty for every palate, most dishes are filling, and all dishes are delicious. Try the gyoza.

Website: https://marukoshi.rs/?lang=en

Burger House

Last but certainly not least – Burger House. Let’s face it, nobody is surprised this restaurant made the list. Every single person even vaguely familiar with my social media feed has seen this restaurant pop up enough times to think that I live there. I don’t live there, but I wouldn’t mind moving. As I said previously, I am in love with high quality process and ingredients. Burger House guys are kings of that in Belgrade. They internalized everything. Every single food item on their menu and eventually your table is under strict quality control. What does Burger House offer? Premium quality burgers, tacos, salads, sandwiches, pasta, and authentic deep dish pizza among others. Burger House is also home to Belgrade’s best dessert menu item – the brownie sundae. This sweet piece of heaven is unmatched when it comes to flavor. For every restaurant on this list I have several go-to dishes, but in Burger House every dish is a safe pick because it will, without fail, be exceptional.

Website: https://www.burgerhouse.rs