Restaurants and hotels throughout Macedonia are proudly displaying Ohrid trout (Ohridska pastrmka) on their menus because it is very delicious but it is illegal to catch the fish along the Macedonian shoreline of Lake Ohrid. Please do not support or encourage the consumption of the trout. Ohrid trout, an ancient living fish, is in severe danger. There is also another trout species called Belvica. Some popular restaurants in Ohrid known to most people in town simply by the name are:
Belvedere, - in the city center Tel: +389 46 265 117
Gino Italian Restaurant, - in the city center +389 46 253 568
Dalga, - with a terrace over the lake in the old part of town +389 46 25 999
Villa St. Sofija, - in the old part of town overlooking the cathedral church St.Sofia +389 46 254 370
Galeo Fish Restaurant, - in the city center +389 46 285 631
Biljanini Izvori, - meaning Biljana's Springs, 2 km away from the city center at the famous Biljana Springs +389 46 265 141
PizzaCafe – the Big Blue, - city center +389 46 261 242
Try these foods:
Ribna Čorba, a traditional fish soup served in most restaurants, mostly as a starter.
Burek, a layered pastry inherited from Ottoman times and popular for breakfast here. Choose with meat, cheese or spinach/cheese (arguably the best), and take a cup of traditional Macedonian yogurt. Modest looking place Burekđilnica Igor makes the best burek in town, Žito Leb's is also good.
Makalo, a starter spread made with garlic and yogurt.
Gjomleze, baked layered pancakes cut in a rhomboid shape, and usually served with white cheese.
Ohridski Gevrek, a traditional bakery product. You can buy it in Žito Leb'. Try it with yogurt or peach juice.
The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Ohrid
Where To Stay & Best Hotels in Ohrid - updated May 2024
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