Where to Eat in Samokov: The Best Restaurants and Bars

February 27, 2018 Stefan Strunk

Samokov (Bulgarian: Самоков) is a town in Sofia Province in the southwest of Bulgaria. It is situated in a basin between the mountains Rila and Vitosha, 55 kilometres from the capital Sofia. Due to the suitable winter sports conditions, Samokov, together with the nearby resort Borovets, is a major tourist centre.
Things to do in Samokov

1. The White Magic

2010, Borovets 2010, Bulgaria Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Bar, European, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks +359 88 827 3305
Excellent
85%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 285 reviews

The White Magic

A classic place for Apres Ski with Great Food, Great Beer and a friendly welcome from former olympic Skier Cristo Angelov. For those that love the slopes you can even have a lesson from the great man himself.

Reviewed By waldenboy - London

We love this place, really good food and always a warm welcome from one of the local legends, Christo.

2. Alpin Restaurant

Borovets | Hotel Alpin, Borovets 2010, Bulgaria Takeout, Buffet, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Serves Alcohol, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Full Bar, Outdoor Seating, Accepts Credit Cards European, Bar, Pizza, International, Barbecue, Vegetarian Friendly, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks HK$16 - HK$141 +359 89 966 5566
Excellent
72%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 209 reviews

Alpin Restaurant

You already have Hotel Alpin Borovets on the site, however I want to rate only the restaurant.

Reviewed By palace68 - uk

We visited this restaurant and was place right in front of the gent playing guitar for the entertainment.
Thought on no to load, but he had the sound just right.
The food is very much the same over all restaurants in the town, but I really enjoyed this place

3. Mamacita's

Borovets | Next to HotelRila, Borovets 2000, Bulgaria Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Highchairs Available, Wine and Beer, Takeout British, Mexican, Bar, Grill, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks HK$31 - HK$173 +359 88 858 2886
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 415 reviews

Mamacita's

Bulgaria, Borovets, shopping street next to hotel"Rila"

Reviewed By Richard C - Livingston, United Kingdom

Great food at very good Price Good service We popped in by chance and were made welcome even though there was a large party due in Would have returned if we had had timeThank you Richard for your visit and review us!!! Welcome back again anytime durig winter season in Borovets!

4. Derby - Kaminata

Borovetz | near hotel Rila,between Francos and The Black cat, Borovets, Bulgaria Reservations, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar Bar, International, British Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks
Excellent
74%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 97 reviews

Derby - Kaminata

Reviewed By spudyorkshire - Yorkshire, England

A very lively and friendly place. Good place to meet up with friends after skiing - used a lot by 'Borosport' groups/instructors which adds to the atmosphere.
The food is OK but if it is a quite, cosy atmosphere that you are looking for then maybe this is not the place

5. Bobby's Bar

Borovets, Borovets 2010, Bulgaria Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Digital Payments, Free Wifi, Reservations Bar, European, Pub, Eastern European, British, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Late Night, Drinks +359 87 910 3363
Excellent
85%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 902 reviews

Bobby's Bar

Managed by husband and wife team, Bobby and Kas, Bobby’s Bar is a family run restaurant, 100metres across from the gondola on the right-hand side. If you are coming from the Rila end of the resort, walk down towards the gondola and you will find us half way down on the left hand-side. Built in traditional alpine style, with a large open fire and a outside Terrace area for the summer (and off the road for children) there is no better place to spend an evening after coming off the snowy slopes. Featuring Sky sports, children’s activities, lots of party games and plenty of free drinks, you can be sure that Bobby’s Bar will become your home from home. There's nothing like the mountain air to get your appetite going and here at Bobby's Bar we cater for all tastes. Our brand new gourmet menu with local favourites and some specialties from the Black Sea coast, is suitable for large groups, parties, families and individuals, although after arriving at Bobby’s Bar, you will never be on your own again; Kas will introduce you to others and you will end up not just with ski buddies but lifelong friends.

Reviewed By JoyDivOvenGloves - Pontefract, United Kingdom

Visited Bobby's Bar three times during our week skiing. Tried the sharing Fajitas, an everything-on pizza, and the hake and chips. All good quality, tasty, and plenty of it. The dark beer was good, great toffee-vodka shots appeared a few times, and the atmosphere was lively and entertaining. Three great nights

6. Happy Duck

Borovets, Borovets 2010, Bulgaria Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Buffet, Seating, Waitstaff, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Highchairs Available, Free Wifi Bar, Barbecue, European, Eastern European Breakfast, Lunch, Brunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks +359 88 837 0276
Excellent
56%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
6%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 219 reviews

Happy Duck

Reviewed By Marishka29 - London, United Kingdom

Amazing food and great feel of bulgarian culture! I had great time with my friend. Service was amazing! Location is great. The food is fresh and served on time! Will definitely visit again.

7. Target Bar & Restaurant

Todor Peev, Samokov 2000, Bulgaria Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol Bar, European, Mexican, International, Pub, Vegetarian Friendly Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Brunch +359 87 938 4639
Excellent
65%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 47 reviews

Target Bar & Restaurant

Owned and managed by Todor, Target is the perfect get-away from Borovets! Located just 5 minutes down the road, we pride ourselves on great food with great prices! Our large covered outside caters for all those smokers among you and our 2 floors of tables inside makes sure groups, families and younger guests are well looked after! Come and visit us - we're sure you won't be disappointed!

Reviewed By nikos k

Modern design and friendly personnel. The chicken soup was great the ribs and the pork medallions wasn't tasteful.

8. Sunnys Bar

Next to Hotel Ela | Hotel Ela, Borovets, Bulgaria Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi, Wheelchair Accessible Bar, British Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks +359 88 806 3773
Excellent
87%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 255 reviews

Sunnys Bar

Over the last year Sunnys Diner was formed with a team from all over the world launching into our first restaurant in Borovets, Bulgaria in 2012. After a great first season full of some amazing new friends and experiences we have built on our passions for great food and unique vibes to open again with a full range of new meals, deals and of course our customers favourites from the past. Our passion for food has lead us to create a range of Hearty BBQ Classics, Gourmet Burgers & Hot Dogs, Pub Favourites, Pizza's and a Wacky and Fun Kids menu. Also this year we are implementing a range of our favourite tastes and flavour's from around the globe, and with our fantastic new Bulgarian cook and staff pumping out all the local go to dishes. We look forward to meeting you so come in a say GIDDAY

Reviewed By Effie G

No dish on the table was tasty. Everything was either awfull or just not tasty. Also the guy that served us wasn't kind, we didn't like his behaviour cause it looked like he was bored to death. But the worse was the delay. We ve been waitting for the food to come for at least 1hour and a half, and when he finally he did bring our food, he found out that they made a mistake about our order.
The place was good though.
But in general,i consider it as a loss of money and time

9. BJ's Bar

Main Street | At the Gondola, Next to Samokov Hotel, Borovets, Bulgaria Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Waitstaff, Television, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Free Wifi Bar, European, British, Pub Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Breakfast, Late Night, Drinks +359 88 711 1304
Excellent
60%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 244 reviews

BJ's Bar

Reviewed By NickyCant - Sudbury, United Kingdom

We had a great night in this bar on St Patrick's Day. This bar had a good mix of ages, although predominately patronized by men - we were a group of 4 ladies. Music was excellent and drinks were a reasonable price. Definitely worth a visit.

10. Shatrata

Iskar blvd, Samokov 2000, Bulgaria Eastern European
Excellent
0%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
67%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

2.5 based on 3 reviews

Shatrata

Reviewed By P R - Strasbourg, France

The food wasn't so bad, but served almost cold as large groups had booked almost the whole place and it was a busy night. The worst was that smoking was allowed and with the lack of ventilation it became quickly unbreatable. The live music was also quite bad - not only the style they played, but the performance itself was poor.

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