Albania » Dining in Tirana

The Albanian cuisine has a mix of Balkan, Turkish and European influence giving it diversity as well as rich flavor. Prices vary from hotel to hotel but dining in Tirana is much cheaper than other European countries and there is no compromise on the standard of food.

Within walking distance of the center of Tirana you can get Italian or similar style food of good quality. Albanian food has all the fresh nutritional value of the Mediterranean region known for the best vegetables, herbs, olives, grapes, meat, fish, and lamb. Roast lamb dishes of the mountain regions and fish dishes of the coastal regions are particularly famous. Tirana has a wide variety of restaurants that serve traditional cuisine, Italian, American and Greek food. Pizzas and fast food are also served all over Tirana.

Famous dining places in Tirana
Era offers Italian and traditional Albanian food.
Restaurant Piazza is in the center of Tirana.
Fish House serve all kinds of fresh fish
Villa Logoreci offer traditional Italian food and pizzas
Sofra ffers a wide range of vegetables, soups and deliciously prepared meat.
Seranate All their dishes are traditional Albanian, village style.
Villa Goldi
Pizzeria Juvenilja

Drinks
Raki, local red and white wines are served in all bars and restaurants. The Albanian cognac, Turkish coffee is also very popular with Albanians. Imported drinks are also available