Where to eat Eastern European food in Plovdiv: The Best Restaurants and Bars

March 13, 2020 Alida England

Discover Restaurants offering the best Eastern European food in Plovdiv, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria. Plovdiv (Bulgarian: Пловдив, pronounced ['pɫovdif]) is the second-largest city in Bulgaria, with a city population of 341,567 as of 2015 and 675,586 in the greater metropolitan area. It is an important economic, transport, cultural, and educational center. There is evidence of habitation in Plovdiv dating back to the 6th millennium BCE, when the first Neolithic settlements were established; it is said to be one of the oldest cities in Europe.
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10. Rahat Tepe

Dr Chomakov 18, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Barbecue, European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Full Bar, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service [email protected] +359 87 845 0259 http://www.rahat-tepe.com
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4 based on 376 reviews

Rahat Tepe

Reviewed By ScottishKat

We had lunch here today and really enjoyed the food, the service (good recommendations), the views and the breeze!

9. Le Petit Paris

Mladejka Str. 28, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Italian, French, Mediterranean, European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Delivery, Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service +359 88 966 6555 http://www.lepetitparis.bg
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4 based on 193 reviews

Le Petit Paris

Reviewed By 196stoyans

I see this restaurant by mistake and I think to try because have time.Get a lunch menu and so delicious and tasty also the staff are very nice and helpful.After that I go to get dinner and I don’t expect so delicious food.Highly recommend this place

8. Hemingway

Ul. Gen. Gurko 10, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria International, Mediterranean, European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Live Music [email protected] +359 32 267 350 http://hemingway.bg/
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4 based on 965 reviews

Hemingway

Reviewed By m50lws

We went on a hot evening as the sun was setting. All the tables had reserved on them but this appeared to be to stop people sitting just anywhere as we were shown to one of these tables and the sign removed. Drinks were very similar to those in other restaurants we went to. The service was good and efficient and although we both ordered the same main course it was consistent a good portion for a reasonable price. The only reason for not giving 5 stars was that I felt it lacked an overall "wow factor".

7. Odeon Restaurant

Otets Paisiy Str. 40 Asd, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Mediterranean, European, Eastern European, International, Asian Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Table Service, Outdoor Seating, Full Bar [email protected] +359 88 797 6890 http://hotelodeon.net/restaurant/
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4 based on 102 reviews

Odeon Restaurant

The restaurant is located in the heart of the archeological complex Old Plovdiv, next to Roman remains and minutes away from the Ancient Roman Theatre. Most people avoid eating at hotel-restaurants for several reasons – they don’t expect to be properly se

Reviewed By magihs

This place is a must while visiting Plovdiv.Chef Harry crafts amazing dishes with the freshest ingredients. The best selection of carefully selected Bulgarian wines. We had the testing menu and all 6 dishes were outstanding. In our opinion this restaurant deserves Michelin star rating.The atmosphere and the service are superb

6. ATLAS restaurant

Kniaz Alexander I 41 City Hall Square, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Seafood, International, Mediterranean, European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks Outdoor Seating, Seating, Reservations, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Digital Payments, Cash Only, Accepts Discover, Accepts Credit Cards, [email protected] +359 88 266 6555 http://www.facebook.com/ATLAS-461672957329239/
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4 based on 279 reviews

ATLAS restaurant

Fine dinining restaurant

Reviewed By citybreakers90

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our evening meal here recently. Staff were friendly and attentive - we ate their speciality beef hamburger, with salad and accompanying chips. Our half bottle of local red wine was delicious. A great way to celebrate our last night of our tour of Plovdiv and Sofia.

5. Hebros Restaurant

K Stoilov 51, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria European, Eastern European, Central European, Fusion Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Parking Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Street Parking, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Table Service, Free Wifi [email protected] +359 32 625 929 http://www.hebros-hotel.com
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4 based on 232 reviews

Hebros Restaurant

One of the oldest restaurants in Plovdiv, dedicated to fresh, tasty, bio, food; most of the vegetables coming from our own garden; two times awarded “restaurant of the year” by Bacchus magazine.

Reviewed By Geddes_7

Our dinner at the Hebros was excellent. A beautifully prepared flavoursome meal. Our waiter helped us negotiate the wine list and find a Bulgarian red with a little bit of bottle age that was excellent.The service was friendly and efficient.Overall, we felt that we had received excellent price value for our meal.

4. Pavaj

Zlatarska No 7 Kapana District, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria European, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Highchairs Available, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Cash Only, Free Wifi, Table Service [email protected] +359 87 811 1876 http://www.facebook.com/pavaj.plovdiv/
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4 based on 751 reviews

Pavaj

Reviewed By TDH_NLIND

We got a recommendation to eat here from the Chef at Daro (breakfast place in Sofia) and very thankful for this. Our hotel in Plovdiv is coincidentally located 100 meter away and directly made a reservation for dinner. The place is very crowded during lunch and dinner so please make a reservation beforehand. The katak (salad and homemade bread) was delicious. I had fried trout and salad and my husband had veal cheek with Risotto. All was delicious! The only improvement point is they did not have any high chair for my son (2 yo).

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3. Smokini

Otets Paysiy Street 12, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Mediterranean, European, Gastropub, Eastern European, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Brunch Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Street Parking, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Cash Only, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Free Wifi +359 999 000 996 http://smokini.bg/en?utm_source=tripadvisor&utm_medium=listing
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4 based on 557 reviews

Smokini

Smokini is the reinvention of one of the classical restaurants in Plovdiv - Chuchura. Our understanding that improvement is a process, motivates us to find new challenges, to experiment and to develop the tastes we offer our guests. The cuisine we have pr

Reviewed By Helenjen

The food here is delicious, full of flavour, so many elements on the one plate, but they all compliment each other. The first night my duck magret was beautifully cooked with the fat rendered down and the accompanying sides of couscous and carrot puree (who thought carrot could taste this good!) excellent. So good.....had to return the next evening to get some more takeout.....while we waited the receptionist/manager brought us a lovely Bulgarian wine to try.....very nice touch! My pork was again perfectly cooked and the peach, carrot puree with rich mushroom sauce delicious. Just salivating as I key this in....wish we lived nearby :) Value for money too....highly recommend!

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2. Aylyakria

Kozhuharska 3, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria European, Eastern European, Contemporary, Gastropub, Central European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service, Takeout, Wine and Beer [email protected] +359 87 616 3666 https://www.facebook.com/aylyakria/
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5 based on 98 reviews

Aylyakria

AYLYAKRIA – The Temple of Aylyak. Aylyak is a typical Plovdiv word which describes the state of peacefulness, delight, nirvana. This is the philosophy that we preach in our Gastro bar - in Aylyakria we love to enjoy, to amuse and please ourselves. The aro

Reviewed By 442rumenm

I just finish my lunch and would like to share my experience. I have eaten in all of the top restaurants in Plovdiv and for the most part I liked most of them except Tam's house. Aylyakria is on a different level.From the carefully restored old building to all the interior decorations everything sims to fit perfectly. The menu is very interesting with dishes that is made with high quality fresh ingredients. My wife ordered zucchini pancakes (katmi) with yogurt dill sauce - totally delicious. I ordered pork ribs and they were the best I have eaten in Plovdiv.The service was fast and professional and none imposing. We are coming back. You are a 5/5 client, that's for sure! Thanks for the review! :))))))

Best Barbecue food near Plovdiv, Plovdiv Province, Bulgaria

1. Restaurant Central

Naiden Gerov 5, Plovdiv 4000 Bulgaria Barbecue, European, Eastern European Lunch, Dinner, Drinks Reservations, Seating, Serves Alcohol, Table Service [email protected] +359 87 949 9988 http://www.central.bg
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5 based on 102 reviews

Restaurant Central

Central is a fine dining traditional Bulgarian restaurant, located in the center of Plovdiv (up the stairs from the 'Plovdiv Together' sign). Our mission is to preserve Bulgarian food traditions by preparing our dishes using high quality local products an

Reviewed By therebelnetworker

We were recommended to go here by our host at the Roots Hotel. Even so as we approached it we suddenly had doubts. It was situated on both sides of the street. It appears large and like world wide chain (things we dislike) but...... Upon entering the decor was classy the staff, friendly and efficient. The food, oh the food. Simply amazing. We actually had to cancel a main course because the starters were so big. It was all fresh lovely and authentic. Super super The desserts however blew us away with a local biscuit cake and a special version of a chocolate cake which was like nothing we had seen before.One final note. We have been desperate to try a digestive local drink to finish a meal. Rakia had proven to harsh but they made a special Rakhi with Rose syrup and it rocked. Well done. Thank you for your kind words! :)

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