Montenegrin cuisine is simply delicious and exclusive all the way! Perhaps, the traditional dishes lack the refinement and sophistication of French and Italian cuisine. But if you think that it makes them any less appetising, you couldn't be further from the truth!

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The typical chef in Montenegro nurtures tradition and every spread is bound to be distinctive in its own way. Delectable, wholesome and natural, menu specialties from restaurants are a treat to the palate.

Eating out in Podgorica will definitely be an enjoyable experience. Below we have attempted to give you a brief guide on the Podgorica cuisine and drinks available along with some suggestions on where best to try them for yourself! After a busy day shopping there is nothing better than a hardy meal. We also have some further interesting information about Montenegrin cuisine.

Food & Cuisine in Podgorica

Podgorica Beverages

Both Podgorica and Montenegro serve food that is extremely unique to the region. Take a sip of the irresistible Montenegrin red wine or the "Niksic bear" and the odds are that you will never remain indifferent to it ever again! Representing the highest standards of quality in Europe, these two products are typical of Montenegro.

The climatic conditions and geography of Podgorica favour the production of that nectar of life - wine. The grape plantations of the 13th July use sophisticated technological processes, which are on par with the highest international standards.

Brands like Chardonnay, Vranac, Procordem and Krstac are world-famous and have loyal admirers even in the North American market. Light and dark variants of the "Niksic bear" are found in almost every other Podgorican café.

Brandy, an alcoholic product, is extremely popular in the Balkans and Podgorica specialises in producing many variants. The most popular among them are "lozovaca", made from grapes, Prvijenac and "13 jul" Kruna. As whiskey is to Scotland, so brandy is to Montenegro and no tour of Montenegro can be complete unless you savour these concoctions to their last drops.

Every variant has its distinctive flavour and taste, so make sure you take a little sip of each!

Podgorica cuisine

In Podgorica, as well as among most of the other Montenegrin municipalities, native cuisine has a very large influence on most dishes. Some of the meals on your menu are likely to be specific to Podgorica. To live the spirit of Podgorica, try whisking up your own versions of the 'popeci' and carp while dining out in one the fine restaurants in Podgorica.

A traditional delicacy, 'Popeci' consists of pork fillets that have been salted and mashed. White cheese made from cow's milk is kneaded until it reaches a rather creamy consistency. This is then placed in between the fillets, which are then rolled in. The sides are pinched together to prevent the cheese filling from spilling out. The fillets are then dipped well in a frothy mixture of eggs, before being rolled in breadcrumbs. The process is repeated until the fillet has been well coated with the eggs and breadcrumbs. This roll is then deep fried in hot oil, until it is crisp and well cooked. What goes best with 'popeci' is a scrumptious topping made by mixing together mayonnaise and sour cream, seasoned with a few sprigs of parsley.

If you're a river fish enthusiast, you'll simply love the Podgorican way of preparing carp. A generous mixture of chopped onions, carrots, garlic, celery and parsley are stewed well. In the meanwhile, dry plums are boiled and strained in another vessel, and the raw carp is left to marinate in salt. The carp is then baked as one whole piece along with the stewed vegetables, strained plums and just enough water to cover the carp. However, light cuts are made in a few places, so as to make it easier to cut the carp into small pieces while serving.

The outcome is truly phenomenal and the distinctive tang of such an assortment of ingredients leaves behind a taste that will linger long after the meal is done!

Restaurants List

Restaurant Belveder

The restaurant is located on road Podgorica - Cetinje, at the entrance of the town of Cetinje. The place was known as a resort of King Nikola. The restaurant is named Belveder (Beautiful view) thanks to its splendid location and magnificent view over the Skadar Lake. Here you can taste national specialties, home made food and specialties which make this region known in the world (Njegusi ham and cheese).

Type : Restaurant

Address : Krusevo zdrijelo, Cetinje

Phone : +382 41 235 282; +382 69 442 831

Opening hours : 10:00 to 23:00

Restaurant Konak

For those who like to enjoy in fresh air, pleasent ambience and delicious national food Restaurant Konak is the best choice. The restaurant is located 4 km from Cetinje, on the road to Budva.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Zabrdje bb, Cetinje

Phone : +382 41 761 011; +382 41 234 651

Email : restorankonak@cg.yu

Opening hours : 07:00 to 23:00

Restaurant Masa

Restaurant Masa is favorite place for foreign people who live and come to Podgorica as well as for the local business men and Podgorica elite. The interior of the restaurant is designed in modern style with exquisite furniture. Great Italian cuisine, delicious desserts and excellent selection of drinks and cocktails are a good recommendation for every visitor of Podgorica.

70 seats

Type : Restaurant

Address : Bulevar Svetog Petra Cetinjskog 31, Podgorica

Phone : +382 20 224 460; +382 20 248 019

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Il Giardino

Excellent restaurant with wide selection of Italian dishes and wines. The restaurant is located in business centre of Podgorica, near the ministries, banks, big companies and faculties.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Rimski trg 28, Podgorica

Phone : +382 69 313 313; +382 054 680

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Dvor

Restaurant Dvor is situated in the oldest house in Podgorica, house of Cubranovic family. The house dates from the begginig of the XVII century. Here you can taste national and local meals. Specialty of this restaurant is meat prepered under the iron pan. Ussualy during the weekend you can enjoy in sounds of the old town music.

100 seats

Type : Restaurant

Address : Kralja Nikole 36, Podgorica

Phone : +382 20 622 265; +382 67 319 643

Email : beemont@cg.yu

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Mareza

The restaurant is located 5 km from Podgorica, next to a trout farm. The restaurant is recognizable not just for delicious food, but also for splendid atmosphere and discounted prices of Montenegrin wines. (Since the restaurant is owned by the company Plantaze, which is the biggest producer of wines in Montenegro.)

Opening hours: Everyday except Monday from 10 - 24 h

Type : Restaurant

Address : Mareza bb, Podgorica

Phone : +382 20 281 009

Opening hours : 10:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Jezero

The restaurant is located at the shore of the Skadar Lake on the road from Podgorica to Bar, with the beautiful view over the lake. We reccomend fish specialties and traditional Montenegrin wines.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Vranjina – Skadar Lake

Phone : +382 67 619 603

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Voda u krsu

One of the most visited restaurants in Podgorica. Fresh food (national and international cuisine), excellent service, pleasent and comfortable atmosphere, terrace with a little fontain make this restaurant very popular among the local inhabitants (especially families and groups) and all the visitors who come to Podgorica.The restaurant organizes different kind of celebrations like: weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. It can host up to 156 people.

Excellent value for the money.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Vladike Danila 24, Podgorica

Phone : +382 20 227 713; +382 67 246 706

Email : vodaukrsu@hotmail.com

Opening hours : 10:00 to 00:00

Pizzeria Calabria

Pizzeria Calabria is one of the best pizzerias in Podgorica. Pizzas are made in the ovens which are heated with woods. In this friendly and relaxed ambience you can also taste specialties from the barbeque.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Marka Miljanova, Podgorica

Phone : +382 20 622 577

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Linea

The restaurant is located in the center of the town. The restaurant serves excellent modern European food: salads, fish, chicken, omelettes, pankcakes, vegetable soup, stroganoff etc.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Trg Republike 24, Podgorica

Phone : +382 67 231 074

Email : nikola09@cg.yu

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Koliba

Konoba Koliba is located in small vilage Bogetici on the road to the famous Montenegrin monastery Ostrog. It's built in traditional Montenigrin style, from wood and stone. Here you can try traditional dishes like: cicvara, kacamak, ham from Njegusi, lamb and veal made under iron pan, so called „sac" etc.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Bogetici

Phone : +382 69 603 986

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Savardak

This national restaurant is located on road to Ski center Jezerine. The restaurant is built is traditional style for that region and it looks like old mountain house with round base. Pleasent atmosphere, home made traditional food like kacamak, cicvara, popara, cheese from Kolasin etc. will make you come over and over. Within the restaurant there are several apartments well equipped.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Kolasin

Phone : +382 69 051 264

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurant Javorovaca

Here you can taste distinctive Durmitor cuisine and disces like: kacamak, cicvara, kajmak etc. Although it's not built in traditional style, the restaurant has some parts which resemble old houses with big fire place.

Type : Restaurant

Address : Zabljak

Phone : +382 52 360 236; +382 69 020 701

Email : corma@cg.yu

Opening hours : 00:00 to 00:00

Restaurants in Podgorica

Food & Cuisine in Podgorica

Podgorica Beverages

Podgorica cuisine

Restaurants List

Restaurant Belveder

Restaurant Konak

Restaurant Masa

Restaurant Il Giardino

Restaurant Dvor

Restaurant Mareza

Restaurant Jezero

Restaurant Voda u krsu

Pizzeria Calabria

Restaurant Linea

Restaurant Koliba

Restaurant Savardak

Restaurant Javorovaca

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