Where to eat Eastern European food in Skopje: The Best Restaurants and Bars

November 29, 2019 Jeremy Dunfee

Discover Restaurants offering the best Eastern European food in Skopje, Skopje Region, Republic of Macedonia. After belonging to many empires over time (including Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and most recently Yugoslavian), Macedonia gained its independence in 1991, and Skopje, with about half a million people, is its largest city and capital. Despite its age, the city looks quite modern, owing to a massive 1963 earthquake that destroyed 75% of its buildings. Skopje has long been shared by Christians and Muslims, who still come together at the fascinating Old Bazaar, one of the Balkans' largest markets.
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10. Makedonska Kuka

str. Mitropolit Teodosie Gologanov no.63 Across former factory Kozle, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia International, Grill, Eastern European, Diner Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Breakfast Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Validated Parking, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Table Service, Accepts Credit Cards, Live Music [email protected] +389 2 329 6415 http://www.makedonskakuka.com
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4 based on 119 reviews

Makedonska Kuka

The national restaurants '' MAKEDONSKA KUKA '' are the most authentic symbol of the Macedonian spirit in the catering industry. They represent sorts of restaurants-museums settled in the comfort of ambient buildings, enriched with priceless collections of

Reviewed By Sedat A

My friend from tourism sector offered me to taste the dishes here. Normally I check the recommendations by looking the food and environment of the restaurants to decide. But food photos are more important for me. When I saw the environment I really thought NO not this place, it is so touristic but, plates and foods YES, exactly this is the place what I look for local dishes and I was right. I was looking shirden and find here. It was delicious. We cook shirden (it is a part of the sheep stomach filled with rice and minced meat) in Turkey but here a little bit different but so tasty. If you know haggis Scottish dish, a different style of haggis. I love it with sauce. Also stroganoff casserole was delicious. We went

9. Skara Bar

Varsavska 70, Skopje Republic of North Macedonia European, Bar, Barbecue, Grill, Pub, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Live Music +389 75 727 110 http://www.skarabar.mk
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4 based on 55 reviews

Skara Bar

Reviewed By _m_eftimov011

Amazing food One of the must visit places for grill lovers. We've heard this place offers great food and we were not disappointed. Staff was really helpful and with great welcome. Food is amazing and fresh, you can see food almost getting out of the kitchen and be prepared outside. Aot of tables outside and inside. Totally recommend this place as a must stop.M.Eftimov

8. Rakia Bar "Kaldrma"

Jorgandziska 56, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia Bar, Pub, Eastern European Table Service, Reservations, Seating, Live Music [email protected] +389 71 617 762 http://kaldrma.mk/
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4 based on 38 reviews

Rakia Bar "Kaldrma"

KALDRMA Rakia Bar, the very first rakia bar in Macedonia, is situated at the heart of the Old Bazaar of Skopje. It offers a great range of local rakias - more than 100 types of rakias, including more than 40 kinds of local grape rakias, and various kinds

Reviewed By evekaye

Really lovely staff - one of the waitresses sang on and off throughout the evening and had a beautiful voice. The vibe was really lovely and the other blonde waitress was attentive and lovely! Wine 90 a glass and lovely and my partner had some whisky which was also great value for money! Lovely!

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7. Destan

Ul.106 Br.4, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia Barbecue, Turkish, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout [email protected] +389 2 322 4063 http://www.facebook.com/kebapcilnica.DESTAN
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4 based on 683 reviews

Destan

Kebab restaurant where the taste of the kebabs has remained the same as it was back in the time when you were children. Times change, but the quality, the tradition and the reputation of Destan remain the same.

Reviewed By hrnrst

If you are tired on the trip of Old bazaar and you like to eat Kofte and Kebap you should visit that restaurant. You can maybe wait a little bit to find a seat.

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6. Dva Elena

Zagrebska 31, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia International, European, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, F [email protected] +389 70 545 158 http://www.dvaelena.mk
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4 based on 106 reviews

Dva Elena

If you want to avoid the city noise, we are offering an ideal place for enjoyment. Welcome to "Dva Elena" restaurant, where you will be able to feel a warm and pleasant ambience spiced with delicious international cuisine and professional service. We are

Reviewed By mitkop567

This is the place where you must try beef “Dva elena” we also ordered local salads ..., the staff was friendly ask them for glass of good wine we were amazed from the big choice of wine in Macedonia

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5. Pelister

Macedonia Square b.b. 1000 Skopje, Skopje Republic of North Macedonia Italian, Mediterranean, European, Eastern European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music +389 2 323 0603 http://www.pelisterhotel.com.mk/
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4 based on 1009 reviews

Pelister

The food is absolutely delicious prepared with spices specific to the Macedonian recipes. Portions were quite tremendous and our server had prior experience in the US industry, therefore, our requests were met in anticipation; we were very impressed to se

Reviewed By belian2015

During my five day stay in Skopje I visited Pelister twice because the food and service are excellent. You rock! The service is friendly - all the servers seem to have the same service ethic. We sat in two different sections and both times the service was friendly and efficient. When I get back to Skopje, this will be the first restaurant I visit!

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4. Old House

Boulevard Phillip the Second of Macedon 14, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Private Di [email protected] +389 71 263 181 http://www.starakuka.com
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4 based on 521 reviews

Old House

Reviewed By val m

Hotel recommended this restaurant because we wanted traditional Macedonian food. Eyes bigger than stomach! Selecting a few novel items we quickly discovered there was no way we could get through even half! Not large portions, just too many! I ordered a baked cheese dish, had one taste and the rest was left; it wasn't to my taste. The traditional beans were pretty bland and those were left as well. The salad was wonderful as was their wine. Nice venue and not too crowded. Prices were affordable.

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3. Skopski Merak

51 Debarca Street, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia Mediterranean, European, Eastern European, International Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Takeout, Seating, Parking Available, Street Parking, Validated Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Highchairs Available, Accepts [email protected] +389 78 343 630 http://www.skopskimerak.mk/
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4 based on 666 reviews

Skopski Merak

Reviewed By LOU75002

An excellent recommendation from TripAdvisor. We went to this restaurant located in the heart of the bohemian quarter without any booking. Everyone was nice and spoke good English. We ordered the typical Macedonian salad for starter with garlic bread and the baked oven cheese as well as some meat dishes for main course (a burger in a pie/quiche?) and it was all delicious, in particular the starters. They offer an excellent wine selection too and we ended our meal with a few rakhis some on the house. We cannot recommend this place enough. Maybe make a booking as we went on a Tuesday night and it was still pretty busy. Note: not all traditional meals for e.g stews and other meaty dishes are available in spring/summer but rather during winter season. Still you should give it a try if you happen to be in Skopje.

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2. Kaj Serdarot

St.Kazandziska no.5 Old Bazaar, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia Barbecue, European, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Wine and Beer [email protected] +389 78 435 244
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4 based on 340 reviews

Kaj Serdarot

Reviewed By greedyHillbilly

We came for a lunch, had mostly meats. The pleskavica was out of this world. I had beef liver, which I can only recommend. The salads particularly were tasty. We had shopska salad and greek salad. I loved local cheese grated on salads. We had couple of beers and some ouzo. For its price it was really good.

Where to eat International food in Skopje: The Best Restaurants and Bars

1. Old Town Brewery

Str. Gradishte 1, Skopje 1000 Republic of North Macedonia Bar, European, Pub, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Wheelchair Accessible, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +389 76 462 374 http://temovbeer.com/
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4 based on 530 reviews

Old Town Brewery

Temov Old Town Brewery, is a PUB style restaurant, but you can enjoy local food as well. The food is mostly adapted to beer drinking and as it is common for Macedonia, there is outside BBQ stand. Attached to the restaurant is the Microbrewery, and it is t

Reviewed By Matt_thompson_87

We stumbled across this place by accident after leaving Kale Fortress. We sampled a range of beers (you can purchase a beer board with six samples) and sat in the lovely outside part of the bar. Friendly service although the toilets were basic.

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