Best Eastern European food near Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania, Romania

October 11, 2019 Agatha Simes

Reviews on Eastern European food in Cluj-Napoca, Transylvania, Romania. Cluj-Napoca is the unofficial capital of Transylvania, and though you (probably) won’t find vampires here, you can explore castles, fortresses, botanical gardens, museums and parks. Cluj-Napoca has a vibrant arts scene that embraces both the traditional and the progressive. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy classical concerts, theatrical performances, puppet shows and music of every genre, from jazz to modern pop to electronica.
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10. Varzarie

Bulevardul Eroilor, Cluj-Napoca 400129 Romania European, Eastern European, Central European, Romanian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service +40 264 595 064 http://www.facebook.com/pages/V%C4%83rz%C4%83rie/178795432168282
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4 based on 162 reviews

Varzarie

Reviewed By Suwatss

After trying the local cabbage dish throughout Romania we think the cabbage here is really the best one at Varzarie. It tastes really yummy, not too salty and too sweet, perfectly eaten with the pork ham or grilled pork. Highly recommend. Tip. The parking is a bit difficult to fins and all parking space are the meter paid one. You can park on the roadside in front of the restaurant. Also the next door Betty Ice ice cream house is a good place for dessert after you finish your meal here.

9. Casa Veche

Strada Puscariu Sextil nr. 1, Cluj-Napoca 400111 Romania Bar, Eastern European, Romanian, Central European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Private Dining, Highchairs Available [email protected] +40 364 155 476 https://www.facebook.com/CasaVecheCluj/
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4 based on 78 reviews

Casa Veche

If you’re in Cluj-Napoca for a visit, you must try the restaurant Casa Veche. It’s situated in the heart of the city, where history is strongly felt. The same can be said about the special building this restaurant resides in. It’s XIX century arches are i

Reviewed By pnhmrk

We had a very good meal here. The service was friendly and efficient, the food very good and the atmosphere enjoyable. I’d particularly regiment their Papanassi - they are the best I’ve eaten in Romania (I’ve eaten quite a lot as I love them :) We went back for a second meal and had another excellent meal (and I really rate their Papanassi!)

8. Maimuta Plangatoare

Emil Isac Street, Cluj-Napoca Romania European, Central European, Romanian, Eastern European Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi [email protected] +40 740 318 726 http://www.maimutaplangatoare.ro
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4 based on 193 reviews

Maimuta Plangatoare

Maimuța Plângătoare este un restaurant cu istorie, ale cărui preparate vă vor încânta! Veți avea parte, în fiecare farfurie, de o minunăție!

Reviewed By CatalinDSC

This a very nice restaurant, suitable for lunch and dinner. The serving was flawless, we really enjoyed our meals. They have different specialities, I recommend the tripe soup, absolutely delicious. The wine list is quite good so is worth trying a good red wine. The day recommendation was a steak, kobe, with smashed celery and some fried cherry tomatoes! The prices are decent so next time I’m in Cluj I will come back to this restaurant.It is preferably to use a taxi, parking might be a problem in that area.

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7. Casa Daciilor

Strada Brancusi Constantin 86 A, Cluj-Napoca 400462 Romania European, Eastern European, Central European, Romanian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi [email protected] +40 751 080 224 http://www.casa-dacilor.ro
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4 based on 269 reviews

Casa Daciilor

Typical Romanian Food and atmosphere, two locations in the town

Reviewed By zippy2005

We searched for a good traditional Romanian restaurant & went to this one based on the customers' reviews. What a great choice! They serve mostly traditional Romanian food but international options are available, too. Vegetarian options are available, also. The food (appetizer, main dish, and desert) was like a home cooked one and delicious & the wine list comprehensive, offering some great Romanian wines. Excellent service, too and a nice, pleasant atmosphere. Great value for the money. Highly recommended!

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6. Bulgakov Cafe

Strada Micu Klein Inocentiu, Cluj-Napoca 400087 Romania European, Eastern European, Central European, Hungarian, Romanian, Bar Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks Takeout, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +40 264 450 156 http://www.facebook.com/bulgakov.macskahaz/timeline
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4 based on 246 reviews

Bulgakov Cafe

Café Bulgakov was opened at the time by favour of György Méhes's son, the businessman Elek Nagy, and it was managed by Ferenc Kovács gastro-lover and the now retired János Dénes Orbán literateur and tavern-keeper. The establishment was sanctified on 12th

Reviewed By DebSoloTravel

I'm a solo traveler and was staying nearby so this was recommended. I was there at an in-between time. Not lunch rush and not dinner rush. There were maybe 4 tables of people when I arrived. I loved the building & the many options as to where to dine. Indoors. Out on any of several patios. likely more.When I arrived, a waitress was walking away from me. I stood in the doorway waiting to let someone know I was there. I stood for quite a while. (I do think she saw me.) A waiter wizzed by. I was able to glance the food he was carrying and get an idea of a portion I wanted, but not to get that waiter's attention. A group of 5 guys who finished eating got up and stood at the counter to pay. I could tell they were regulars. I asked one of them what he prefers there. He said Goulosh, and realizing I'd not tried that yet, knew it's what I'd get. However my waiting continued. I finally broke in and asked one of those wait-people if I could sit and eat. Yes, sit anywhere. I sat at the table nearest the door and counter. I waited some more. After a little while, I waved to order. The waiter came over and I ordered. The waiter asked if I wanted bread with that. I asked if that was the common way to eat it and he said yes. So soon after I had my meal. I did really enjoy my first real Hungarian Goulash. I can't say it's the best ever as I have no comparison but I did like it. The meat was clearly good quality. It was tender. The potatoes where perfect. I loved the sauce. Upon finishing my meal, I realized this was the style of the staff -- that they let us get their attention rather than come to ask us. In ways, I like this. So when I saw a waitress I got up to ask for my bill. In the meantime, I had all the time I needed to enjoy my meal and didn't feel pushed.Thank you so much for your kind words. We really appreciate you taking the time out to share your experience with us. Hope to see you again if you're ever back in town!

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5. Restaurant Valahia

Strada Govora 27, Cluj-Napoca 400664 Romania European, Eastern European, Romanian Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service [email protected] +40 740 213 144 http://www.restaurantvalachia.ro
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4 based on 125 reviews

Restaurant Valahia

Reviewed By butacristian

We have been for 3 days in Cluj, with family, end up in the first night for dinner, we went back every single day. I had work for the last 20 years in Hospitality business in 5 stars establishments, with international clientele, with European, Asian and American cuisine, but so far this was the most memorable culinary experience that I ever had.The food is out of this world, everything fresh, home made. Kudos to the chef. The service was impeccable, with a level of friendliness and professionalism that you don't find anymore.We like to thank one more time to all the staff of Valahia, and assure them of our gratitude for making our experience memorable. We will definitely come back.

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4. Bricks - Meating Point

Horea Street, No. 2, Cluj-Napoca 400174 Romania International, European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +40 364 730 615 http://www.bricksrestaurant.ro
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4 based on 428 reviews

Bricks - Meating Point

Located at no. 2 Horea Street, in the historical center of Cluj-Napoca and having the only terrace in town suspended over the Somes River, BRICKS – (M)eating Point is the place that harmoniously combines two indoor spaces: the Restaurant and the Wine & Ja

Reviewed By Lorraine H

The food is amazing here! I had a vegetarian lasenge and sweet potato fries All reasonably priced Staff very friendly and helpful we sat outside under cover by the side of the river, Side is also great ambience and cosy

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3. 1568 Bistro

B-dul 21 Decembrie 1989 nr.14, Cluj-Napoca 400094 Romania Bar, European, Eastern European, Central European, Hungarian, Armenian, Romanian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Table Service, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Liv [email protected] +40 770 163 152 http://bistro1568.ro/
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4 based on 183 reviews

1568 Bistro

Inspired by Transylvania's colourful cultural background we have created a contemporary cuisine incorporating new directions, new tastes. We are inviting you on this journey of discovery. In our menu you will find Romanian, Hungarian, Saxon, Jewish and Ar

Reviewed By Adina M

We went to have some delicious lamb burgers that we had other times and we really liked. I don’t know what happened, if they changed the chef but the dish was disappointing: hard bread and old, reheated fries that seemed to be from the bottom of the pot, not a single whole one as size. And there were only a few tables, not a full restaurant!Thank you for your feedback and appreciation. We are sorry the food wasn´t up to expectations, we will announce or kitchen about this.We look forward to being of service to you again.

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2. Zama

Strada Napoca 16 Napoca, 16, Cluj-Napoca 400009 Romania European, Romanian, Soups, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks, Breakfast, Brunch Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +40 755 080 777 http://www.zamabistro.ro/
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4 based on 394 reviews

Zama

Taste of Transylvania.

Reviewed By memypassportandi

A friend and I had dinner at Zama and wanted to split the check, but they refused and got really upset that we had even dared to ask. Then we asked to see the bill so we could calculate each person's portion, and they refused to give us a copy! WTF?We had only ordered four things: they could have easily split it into two checks and let us each pay by card in FAR LESS TIME than it took us to figure out how much each person owed, go through our wallets, try to figure out if we could make change for each other, gather the money, and pay.They truly don't care about their customers. The food was fine, but I was so shaken by how rude they were, it ruined the experience.

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1. Roata

Alexandru Ciurea, Nr. 6, Cluj-Napoca 400019 Romania European, Eastern European, Central European, Romanian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +40 264 592 022 http://www.facebook.com/RestaurantRoataCluj/
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4 based on 649 reviews

Roata

Roata Restaurant is a traditional Romanian one serving dishes from Transylvania and other Romanian regions. We welcome our clients to find more of Romanian culture and culinary style through foods, beverages and music in a relaxing and cozy atmosphere.

Reviewed By NATHAN1909

A very cosy establishment, friendly service, and very good food although a bit pricy.Anyhow, I felt cheated, because I ordered a traditional dish : VENISON GOULASH, but I got regular beef goulash, although tasty, but even though deceiving customers, and taking them for fools, you can do only once.Pity !!

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