16 editor picks in Bucharest.
16 restaurants in Bucharest, editor-picked for restaurants open monday. Open on monday, the day most kitchens go dark. All restaurants in Bucharest.
Caru' cu bere is a traditional Romanian restaurant at Strada Stavropoleos 5 in the Old Town, serving beer made to an original recipe from 1879.
OrderMititei, the grilled minced meat rolls.
TipReservations can be made online or by phone, at least 24 hours ahead.
Los Amantes is a Mexican restaurant on Calea Victoriei where the most loved dishes are tacos and burritos, with chimichangas and quesadillas too.
OrderTacos or burritos, which the site calls its most loved dishes.
TipCan't get there? The restaurant is also on the food delivery apps, for Mexican dishes at home, at the office or on a break.
Wok pe Loc is a wok restaurant on Bulevardul Ion C. Brătianu for eating in or ordering online, with dishes such as basmati rice, salmon and edamame.
TipDelivery is free in the listed zones, which include Piata Unirii, Piata Romana and Piata Universitatii.
Cocoșu Roșu is a restaurant on Strada Mărgelelor serving Romanian specialities and fasting recipes, made with fresh products from its own organic farm.
OrderStews, sarmale and soups from the cooked-food menu.
TipIt has fasting recipes (rețete de post) and traditional desserts such as pastries and pancakes.
Tom Yum is a Thai restaurant on Calea Victoriei serving Thai cuisine and cocktails, from spicy curry to refreshing salads, daily for lunch and dinner.
TipBook a table online or by phone; the restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Four Seasons Dorobanți is a Lebanese restaurant on Calea Dorobanților serving cold and hot mezze, falafel and fatoush with spices brought from Lebanon.
OrderA feast of Lebanese mezze, which the site suggests starting with an arak.
TipReservations are made by phone, and the kitchen is open daily from 12:00 to 22:30.
Casa Doina is a traditional Romanian restaurant on Șoseaua Kiseleff, telling its story for over 130 years in a place designed by architect Ion Mincu.
OrderSarmale, mititei grilled over charcoal, or papanași with cherry jam.
TipBook a table online or by phone; the garden among linden trees and hydrangeas is part of the visit.
Mahala is a Modern Romanian restaurant at Calea Rahovei 147-153, the very own restaurant of chef Petru Sorin Cucu, with a contemporary design.
OrderCiorbă de burtă cu trufe, Turbot, Quail dumplings
TipReserve by phone on 0729 003 002; the restaurant is a stone's throw away from downtown Bucharest.
Argentine Steak & Sushi is a fusion restaurant at Băneasa Shopping City that combines the flavors of Asian cuisine with beef steaks and sushi.
OrderBeef steaks cooked to the house recipe, or reinterpretations of classic sushi.
TipBook a table on the site and the restaurant will call you to confirm the reservation as soon as possible.
Hanu' lui Manuc is a Traditional Romanian restaurant at Strada Franceză 62-64, a legendary setting in the historic centre of Bucharest with party rooms.
OrderMici, Sarmale, Lamb tochitură
TipBook ahead: the restaurant's own site says a reservation is necessary here.
Energiea is a pub and urban hub at Strada Actor Ion Brezoianu 4 that mixes easy talk over a drink with the energy of urban arts and culture events.
OrderPulled pork sandwich, House cocktails, Brunch plates
TipEnergiea is a walk-in place, so come straight to the location.
Beca's Kitchen is a bistro at Strada Mihai Eminescu 80 that aims to recreate the welcoming ambiance of your best friend's living room, with home-cooked meals.
OrderSalmon fillet in a herb crust, served with fresh zucchini salad.
TipBook online on the website or by phone during opening hours; the last order is taken at 21:30.
Vatra is a Romanian restaurant at Strada Ion Brezoianu 19, neighbouring Cismigiu Park, where Romanian cuisine meets Transylvanian interior decorations.
OrderSarmale with mămăliguță, and the Romanian cheese plate of sheep and cow telemea with burduf.
TipExpect traditional music with the meal; Vatra is near Cismigiu Park and takes table bookings on its own site.
Linea | Closer to the Moon is a rooftop restaurant and bar at Strada Lipscani 17 in the Old Town, serving international food, cocktails and desserts.
OrderBespoke cocktails, enjoyed on the rooftop.
TipFind the entrance on Lipscani 17, between Victoria Store and the BCR building, marked with a neon sign, and take the elevator.
Hanu' Berarilor Casa Oprea Soare is a gastronomic brewery at Strada Poenaru Bordea 2, in a neo-Romanesque house built by merchant Dumitru Oprea Soare.
OrderMicii and the meat platters, the products customers request most.
TipThe building sits between Apolodor din Damasc, Gheorghe Poenaru-Bordea and Sfinții Apostoli streets.
Buongiorno Italian Victoriei is an Italian trattoria at Bulevardul Lascăr Catargiu 56, in a boyar house once the Lascăr Catargiu memorial house.
OrderFresh pasta made daily, then the Italian Tiramisu.
TipThe restaurant has a green terrace for relaxed meals outdoors and free Wi-Fi for all customers.
