Skopje is the capital and the country’s biggest food scene - from the Old Bazaar’s grills and traditional taverns to cafes and wine bars. This page is being prepared.
This page is being prepared. We’ll gather vetted places in Skopje by district and occasion - traditional Macedonian fare, grills, wine and coffee.
Each venue will be verified, with the check date noted. What exactly to order will be in the guide to the cuisine.
The Old Bazaar's most famous grill, serving kebapi (small grilled minced-meat rolls) since 1913 - said to be the oldest restaurant in Skopje. A short, no-frills menu: kebapi with kajmak, raw onion and fresh bread. Cheap, fast and authentic, best on the bazaar terrace.
Opening hours: open daily from morning; grills run all day (please confirm on the day)
A lively traditional kafana in the Debar Maalo quarter, loved for hearty Macedonian cooking, generous meze platters and slow-roasted meats - usually with a live acoustic band in the evenings. A safe, atmospheric choice for a first taste of the local table.
Opening hours: open daily, typically until late evening (please confirm on the day)
Often called the first wine bar in Macedonia, tucked into a restored Old Bazaar house near the Church of Sveti Spas. The draw is a deep list of Macedonian wines - Tikveš and beyond - paired with cheese and warm plates. The best place in Skopje to taste local wine knowledgeably.
Opening hours: open daily, afternoon into the evening (please confirm on the day)
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