Tirana restaurants & cafes

In Tirana people eat everywhere and in all sorts of ways. Around the New Bazaar (Pazari i Ri) — traditional taverns and grills; in the Blloku district — coffee shops, breakfasts, and modern bistros; on the central squares — wine bars and signature restaurants. Prices rise toward the center and the tourist streets, and they’re noticeably cheaper in simple local canteens.

Below are our vetted places: Albanian classics, signature cuisine, wine, vegetarian, and coffee. What exactly to order — byrek, tavë kosi, fërgesë, grilled meats, local wine and raki — is in the guide to the cuisine. We verify each venue and note the check date.