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At Srpska kafana, we celebrate the rich tapestry of Serbian culture through authentic cuisine and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Nestled in the heart of Belgrade, this historic eatery boasts a cozy ambiance, perfect for solo diners and groups alike. The menu features both traditional Serbian delicacies and international dishes, reflecting the region's culinary heritage. From the tantalizing kajmak to expertly grilled meats, every dish tells a story of local flavors. The attentive staff enhances the experience, creating a welcoming environment steeped in charm. Whether enjoying a late-night meal or a leisurely lunch, Srpska kafana is where memorable moments and exquisite tastes intertwine.Photos
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Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Reviews for Srpska kafana
Review highlights
Based on 536 reviewsSrpska kafana in Belgrade is widely appreciated for its authentic traditional Balkan cuisine and nostalgic ambiance. Reviewers highlight the preservation of classic menu offerings that evoke a sense of home-cooked meals, complemented by warm and attentive staff despite occasional language barriers. The atmosphere is frequently described as inviting and reminiscent of a bygone era, appealing to those seeking a genuine local dining experience away from typical tourist spots. While English menus are generally unavailable, guests value the authenticity and quality of dishes such as kajmak and schnitzel, reinforcing the restaurant's reputation as a beloved establishment for traditional Serbian flavors and hospitality.
All my words for Belgrade aside, this restaurant aside. menus that have preserved their classical structure, traditional Balkan cuisine, everything is very delicious. warm atmosphere related employees.
Old timer Serbia restaurant.Food are authentic
The kajmak was to die for. The best kajmak I ever had in Serbia. And also the snicla was really tasty. And the konobar was really helpful and super accommodating!
The gentlemen who serve us don't speak English, but they help us as much as they can. Thank you very much. The food was good. We left having a good time.
Amazingly authentic Serbia kafana. Not your typical tourist spot, so you won’t find english menus (not a bad thing), but you WILL find genuine food that tastes like someone’s grandma cooked it for you, a warm & inviting spot that feels like you’ve gone back in time a bit.I was originally trying to grab food on Skadarlija, but after striking out multiple times due to an overbooked & crowded NYE weekend, I just started wandering randomly outside the area, & stumbled upon this place.When I arrived, at around 9pm on a Saturday night (Jan 1 2022), the place looked like it might have been closed for a private event (there was only 1 large table seated at the time). I decided to chance it & ask, & I’m glad I did.After some fumbling Serbian/ English, I was seated, & the owner/ manager (who had actually been seated at the single table with the large dinner party) came over & explained to me in English that their menu was in Serbian. I told him that was not a problem, as I would just use my iPhone to translate (the Google Translate app is pretty awesome for this task, using the camera). He brought the menu & then told me about a couple specials, & they sounded so good, that I just went with his recommendations for appetizers & main, & bypassed the menu altogether.I’m not exactly sure what I ate, but it was some sort of cold Serbian whipped cheese (kinda like cream cheese), mixed with peppers, & served with some sort of smashed vegetable (again, mostly sweet red peppers & maybe eggplant?) spread alongside the cream cheese/ pepper spread. Both were tasty separate, but even better when put on the bread together.The main course was a fantastic veal roast, with giant chunks of meat (I believe cooked in the traditional style “under ash”, where it’s almost like a slow-cooked clay-pot kinda preparation. With roasted potatoes alongside.Dessert was Serbian snenokle, a tasty, but rich & heavy mix of a sweet, soft, cold egg white meringue covered in a custard pudding.With a few glasses of rakije (Serbian brandy- their medovaca was VERY good- plum brandy sweetened with honey), a coke, sparkling water & espresso, the total was a VERY fair and affordable 3240 dinar (about 32 USD as of Jan 2022)Great place to visit if your want an authentic kafana experience, that you might have to “work” a little bit to understand.
A gem near the city centre. Serves international cuisine, as well as traditional Serbian dishes. The waiters match the ambiance perfectly, which means they are in their (g)olden years - what they lack in agility, they make up for in professionalism and chatter.
Very authentic place. Mostly locals. Delicious food.
Great place! The food is amazing, perfectly prepared and very tasty! The service was great, polite and fast. You can pay with card or cash. The live music is traditional serbian restaurant music aka tamburasi which performed very good even if a bit short, but this might be because there was not a lot of people to play for or to get music orders from.
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Opening hours
- Monday 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday (Today) 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Wednesday 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Thursday 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday 12:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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