Guidebook for Bansko

Svetla
Guidebook for Bansko

Drinks & Nightlife

Not one of my favorite places, but popular with tourists. They offer a brunch menu, British & Mexican cuisine, kid's menu, wi-fi. The show live sports events, sometimes have live music and karaoke nites.
Lion's pub
90 "Pirin" Str.
Not one of my favorite places, but popular with tourists. They offer a brunch menu, British & Mexican cuisine, kid's menu, wi-fi. The show live sports events, sometimes have live music and karaoke nites.
They offer a wide menu of food for lunch and dinner and often have live music in the evenings.
8 locals raden deze aan
Queens pub Bansko
92 "Pirin" Str.
8 locals raden deze aan
They offer a wide menu of food for lunch and dinner and often have live music in the evenings.
I don't go to night clubs so I cannot comment, but this seems to be a popular place for young people.
Oxygen club
95 "Pirin" Str.
I don't go to night clubs so I cannot comment, but this seems to be a popular place for young people.
This is a piano bar across the street in the Kempinsky. The play some 80s and 90s hits and focus on Bulgarian and Russian favorites. They are open until late, but call to book a table and make sure they are open as they often close for private events. They only work during ski season and usually only Thursday, Friday and Saturday!
Piano Bar Sing Sing
96 "Pirin" Str.
This is a piano bar across the street in the Kempinsky. The play some 80s and 90s hits and focus on Bulgarian and Russian favorites. They are open until late, but call to book a table and make sure they are open as they often close for private events. They only work during ski season and usually only Thursday, Friday and Saturday!
Late night fun venue offering live music and cheap drinks every nite during ski season. Filled with tourists and fun for a party hardy nite out. It's advised to stick to beer and wine here. :). This venue only works during ski season.
11 locals raden deze aan
Amigo Pub
8 ul. "Nayden Gerov"
11 locals raden deze aan
Late night fun venue offering live music and cheap drinks every nite during ski season. Filled with tourists and fun for a party hardy nite out. It's advised to stick to beer and wine here. :). This venue only works during ski season.
This is a small venue of Lavina hotel frequented by people from Sofia that ski in Bansko and relax at Borovitz on the summer on the Black Sea. It is small and lots of people seem to know each other. But they have some of the best drinks in town and high quality alcohol. It is a lobby and not bar atmosphere but can end up being a fun nite.
White Lavina Spa and Ski Lodge
9 Polezhan Street
This is a small venue of Lavina hotel frequented by people from Sofia that ski in Bansko and relax at Borovitz on the summer on the Black Sea. It is small and lots of people seem to know each other. But they have some of the best drinks in town and high quality alcohol. It is a lobby and not bar atmosphere but can end up being a fun nite.
This place is new and has a stylish interior. The bar on the second floor is quite fun. They have live acoustic music or a DJ until 3am on most nites during ski season. It's a fun place to meet locals and tourists. The outdoor terrace is also nice for drinks outside on a sunny day. They also have an interesting food menu. However 8 of us tried various dishes from nachos and pizza to steaks, pasta and Turkish kebabs and none of us would go back for the food. If you decide to try the dinner menu, reservations are recommended during ski season.
12 locals raden deze aan
Ginger Bar & Dinner
12 locals raden deze aan
This place is new and has a stylish interior. The bar on the second floor is quite fun. They have live acoustic music or a DJ until 3am on most nites during ski season. It's a fun place to meet locals and tourists. The outdoor terrace is also nice for drinks outside on a sunny day. They also have an interesting food menu. However 8 of us tried various dishes from nachos and pizza to steaks, pasta and Turkish kebabs and none of us would go back for the food. If you decide to try the dinner menu, reservations are recommended during ski season.
Happy End is a popular Apres ski venue across from the gondola. Enjoy a drink on the outdoor terrace after skiing or come back after dinner to hear live music and party until early in the morning. It is recommended to stick to wine and beer here as the cocktails are pricey and never as nice as they look on the menu!
9 locals raden deze aan
Happy End Bar
94 "Pirin" Str.
9 locals raden deze aan
Happy End is a popular Apres ski venue across from the gondola. Enjoy a drink on the outdoor terrace after skiing or come back after dinner to hear live music and party until early in the morning. It is recommended to stick to wine and beer here as the cocktails are pricey and never as nice as they look on the menu!
The Hub has changed owners and locations over the years (as of Jan. 2023 located at Pirin St. 129) and has a bit of a cult following. It's know for cheap alcohol and fun times for those not interested in the interior, slow service, low grade alcohol, etc. . Presently run by an American who fancies himself as a chef and a Scottish woman, this place is popular with the digital nomad community, some local expats, and UK tourists. You won't meet many Bulgarians here or absorb any local culture. But you may enjoy their Sunday roasts, Karaoke nights, or other special events. Very popular for Apres Ski due to cheap beers!
The HUB Bansko
The Hub has changed owners and locations over the years (as of Jan. 2023 located at Pirin St. 129) and has a bit of a cult following. It's know for cheap alcohol and fun times for those not interested in the interior, slow service, low grade alcohol, etc. . Presently run by an American who fancies himself as a chef and a Scottish woman, this place is popular with the digital nomad community, some local expats, and UK tourists. You won't meet many Bulgarians here or absorb any local culture. But you may enjoy their Sunday roasts, Karaoke nights, or other special events. Very popular for Apres Ski due to cheap beers!

Shopping

BOGNER
67-71 ul. "Glazne"
Conte in the Kempinski hotel has most of the latest fashions and always has a discount.
Conte of Florence
150 bul. "Vitosha"
Conte in the Kempinski hotel has most of the latest fashions and always has a discount.
Brands: Alpina, Adidas, Arena, Asics, Atomic, Bench, Burton, Converse, Dakine, Elan, Fila, Head, Jack Wolfskin, Luhta, Nordica, Quick Silver, Roxy and much more
SPORT DEPOT
17 ul. "Nayden Gerov"
Brands: Alpina, Adidas, Arena, Asics, Atomic, Bench, Burton, Converse, Dakine, Elan, Fila, Head, Jack Wolfskin, Luhta, Nordica, Quick Silver, Roxy and much more

Entertainment & Activities

You need a car to get here, but it is one of the best spas in Bansko and offers a variety of Asian massages and actually have Asians to carry them out.
Victoria Spa Bansko
5 ul. "Glazne"
You need a car to get here, but it is one of the best spas in Bansko and offers a variety of Asian massages and actually have Asians to carry them out.
The Kempinski has one of the best spas in Bansko. In additional to massages, they have an indoor and out door pool, ice room, outdoor jacuzzi, several saunas and more. In addition to booking spa services, you will be asked to come by in advance to make a deposit. But it is worth it.
7 locals raden deze aan
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
96 "Pirin" Str.
7 locals raden deze aan
The Kempinski has one of the best spas in Bansko. In additional to massages, they have an indoor and out door pool, ice room, outdoor jacuzzi, several saunas and more. In addition to booking spa services, you will be asked to come by in advance to make a deposit. But it is worth it.
A few minutes from the flat, the ice rink works during ski season. The sessions start on the hour. Get there in advance if you need to rent skates. The skates are for beginners so if you are an avid skater, you might want to bring you own skates.
9 locals raden deze aan
Ice Rink
89А "Pirin" Str.
9 locals raden deze aan
A few minutes from the flat, the ice rink works during ski season. The sessions start on the hour. Get there in advance if you need to rent skates. The skates are for beginners so if you are an avid skater, you might want to bring you own skates.
MIAS certified guide offering mountain biking tours fro several hours to 4 days - check also Skill Dirt Park and their links to bike trails
Bansko Skidoo Safari
MIAS certified guide offering mountain biking tours fro several hours to 4 days - check also Skill Dirt Park and their links to bike trails
Riding lessons for beginners and long rides in the outdoors for the more advanced. You will need a car to go here and it is best to book in advance.
Equine Campus Dvorene
Riding lessons for beginners and long rides in the outdoors for the more advanced. You will need a car to go here and it is best to book in advance.
Golf club with rental of golf clubs, lessons, Junior academy, summer camps and much more. You will need a car to get here. Check their sites to find out about camps and other events.
13 locals raden deze aan
Pirin Golf and Country Club
6 Неофит Рилски
13 locals raden deze aan
Golf club with rental of golf clubs, lessons, Junior academy, summer camps and much more. You will need a car to get here. Check their sites to find out about camps and other events.
This is a pretty good gym and they have a spa as well.
Pulse Fitness & Spa BANSKO
5 ul. "Glazne"
This is a pretty good gym and they have a spa as well.
Rila Fun Park is worth a visit if you are heading to the bear reserve in Belitsa (note there is not much to see in the bear reserve when they are hibernating). They offer an alpine sled track that will definitely fill you with adrenaline! They have picnic tables if you pack a lunch, but there is nothing here other than the alpine sled track which is why I say it is a fun stop combined with another activity in the area.
10 locals raden deze aan
Rila Fun Park
Adrianov Chark
10 locals raden deze aan
Rila Fun Park is worth a visit if you are heading to the bear reserve in Belitsa (note there is not much to see in the bear reserve when they are hibernating). They offer an alpine sled track that will definitely fill you with adrenaline! They have picnic tables if you pack a lunch, but there is nothing here other than the alpine sled track which is why I say it is a fun stop combined with another activity in the area.
Dvorene is in Razlog - you will need a car to get there. They offer horse back riding for people of all ages and levels. Beginners can take lessons at the stables and more advanced riders can enjoy the country side riding with a guide. Check their FB page for details (https://www.facebook.com/pg/DVORENE-199877209352/about/?ref=page_internal). The page is in Bulgarian, but you can contact them in English or Russian.
Equine Campus Dvorene
Dvorene is in Razlog - you will need a car to get there. They offer horse back riding for people of all ages and levels. Beginners can take lessons at the stables and more advanced riders can enjoy the country side riding with a guide. Check their FB page for details (https://www.facebook.com/pg/DVORENE-199877209352/about/?ref=page_internal). The page is in Bulgarian, but you can contact them in English or Russian.
MTB Bansko (https://www.mtbbansko.com/) offers the best in mountain biking. This is a company run by an English couple who have been living in Bansko since 2003. Nigel is an MIAS certified MTB guide and has over 1900 km. of trails mapped out to share and explore with you. If you just want to cruise around on your own, you can also just simply rent a mountain bike from them.
Devonshire Lodge
71 ulitsa "Stefan Karadzha"
MTB Bansko (https://www.mtbbansko.com/) offers the best in mountain biking. This is a company run by an English couple who have been living in Bansko since 2003. Nigel is an MIAS certified MTB guide and has over 1900 km. of trails mapped out to share and explore with you. If you just want to cruise around on your own, you can also just simply rent a mountain bike from them.
Recover from a day of skiing or other outdoor activities with a compression massage which is done Normatec Pulse Massage equipment!
Recovery Lounge Bansko
121 "Pirin" Str.
Recover from a day of skiing or other outdoor activities with a compression massage which is done Normatec Pulse Massage equipment!
This complex has an outdoor hot spring pool (contains sulfur, sodium, and other healing minerals) and works year round. They have a gym, jacuzzi, and spa center.
15 locals raden deze aan
Alpha Spa and Pool
1 19
15 locals raden deze aan
This complex has an outdoor hot spring pool (contains sulfur, sodium, and other healing minerals) and works year round. They have a gym, jacuzzi, and spa center.
Escape Rooms Bansko offers two escape rooms for groups of 2-6 players. https://escapebansko.bg/en/. I have never been, but it looks like fun. They are located in Hotel Lucky Bansko! Check their site as the rooms/themes change on a regular basis!
Escape Rooms Bansko
10 ul. "Kir Blago Todev"
Escape Rooms Bansko offers two escape rooms for groups of 2-6 players. https://escapebansko.bg/en/. I have never been, but it looks like fun. They are located in Hotel Lucky Bansko! Check their site as the rooms/themes change on a regular basis!
Eventim BG (http://www.eventim.bg/en/?) is a comprehensive list of theatre performances, concerts, sporting events, kids' activities, etc. in Sofia and around Bulgaria. You can order tickets on line as well as buy gift vouchers. They do have listings for Bansko, but if you will be traveling around Bulgaria, it is worth taking a look to see what is on in other cities you might be visiting.
Eventim.BG
улица „6-ти септември“
Eventim BG (http://www.eventim.bg/en/?) is a comprehensive list of theatre performances, concerts, sporting events, kids' activities, etc. in Sofia and around Bulgaria. You can order tickets on line as well as buy gift vouchers. They do have listings for Bansko, but if you will be traveling around Bulgaria, it is worth taking a look to see what is on in other cities you might be visiting.
Adventure Net offers various excursions including white water rafting, kayaking, canyoning, mountain biking, horse riding, ATV routes, paintball, fishing, and cultural excursions. I can send you a brochure. office@adventurenetbg.com
Adventure Net
10Б ulitsa "Maragidik"
Adventure Net offers various excursions including white water rafting, kayaking, canyoning, mountain biking, horse riding, ATV routes, paintball, fishing, and cultural excursions. I can send you a brochure. office@adventurenetbg.com
Go for a ride with John and Chris any time of the year! They just upgraded to awesome Segway Snarlers which are superior to most ATVs you will rent elsewhere. They provide all of the gear you will need and really take you off road to interesting places. They are excellent guides and know alot about Bansko and Bulgaria. They have several tour types and can even arrange for a BBQ along the way. I would recommend booking in advance!
Bansko ATV
129 "Pirin" Str.
Go for a ride with John and Chris any time of the year! They just upgraded to awesome Segway Snarlers which are superior to most ATVs you will rent elsewhere. They provide all of the gear you will need and really take you off road to interesting places. They are excellent guides and know alot about Bansko and Bulgaria. They have several tour types and can even arrange for a BBQ along the way. I would recommend booking in advance!
This is an authentic Thai massage! It is not a fancy spa. It is a basic room with two massage beds. But these women are some of the best in Bulgaria. Kety is the main masseuse. Before going off on her own, she worked at the Kempinski Spa. In 2023, she brought another girl over from Thailand that trained at the same institute she did. Although Kety offers basic "package massages", she can work with whatever issues you have. I have scoliosis and she works on my problem areas and straightens me out. Find Siam Aiyara Thai Massage on FB and book in advance. I think you have to pay in cash so check in advance.
Siam​ Aiyara Thai​ Massage​ in Bansko
This is an authentic Thai massage! It is not a fancy spa. It is a basic room with two massage beds. But these women are some of the best in Bulgaria. Kety is the main masseuse. Before going off on her own, she worked at the Kempinski Spa. In 2023, she brought another girl over from Thailand that trained at the same institute she did. Although Kety offers basic "package massages", she can work with whatever issues you have. I have scoliosis and she works on my problem areas and straightens me out. Find Siam Aiyara Thai Massage on FB and book in advance. I think you have to pay in cash so check in advance.

Getting Around

Bus transport to various parts of Bulgaria.
Автогара сандански
Patriarh Evtimiy Str
Bus transport to various parts of Bulgaria.
For a range of good quality meat, fish, cheese, alcohol, fruit and vegetables, a stop in Metro in Blagoevgrad (52 km before Bansko and 101 km from Sofia) is recommended if traveling from Sofia to Bansko. You will need to show your passport when you enter to get a "day pass". Bansko has small shops offering a small selection of everyday products (milk, eggs, coffee, etc.) at inflated prices. In Bansko you will not find things like fresh fish/seafood, a whole turkey, black angus beef, Hendrick's gin, Indian spices, gourmet cheeses, etc. If you'd like to cook at home, come prepared! :)
METRO
17 Зеленодолско шосе
For a range of good quality meat, fish, cheese, alcohol, fruit and vegetables, a stop in Metro in Blagoevgrad (52 km before Bansko and 101 km from Sofia) is recommended if traveling from Sofia to Bansko. You will need to show your passport when you enter to get a "day pass". Bansko has small shops offering a small selection of everyday products (milk, eggs, coffee, etc.) at inflated prices. In Bansko you will not find things like fresh fish/seafood, a whole turkey, black angus beef, Hendrick's gin, Indian spices, gourmet cheeses, etc. If you'd like to cook at home, come prepared! :)
Lidl is a German discount supermarket chain. The nearest Lidl is about 8km from Bansko. When you go to Lidl, you never know what you will find. They have weekly specials where you may find alot of sauces and spices from Asia or a selection of cheeses from France or half pound frozen lobsters from Canada. They always have a nice selection of fruits and vegetables. They also have fresh baked goods from their bakery. What you will not find here are your favorite brands - you will have to stop somewhere else to buy products made by global producers like Nescafe, Coca Cola, etc. While you might not choose to shop at a Lidl at home, it does have alot more to offer than any shop in Bansko! :)
9 locals raden deze aan
Lidl
Str 24
9 locals raden deze aan
Lidl is a German discount supermarket chain. The nearest Lidl is about 8km from Bansko. When you go to Lidl, you never know what you will find. They have weekly specials where you may find alot of sauces and spices from Asia or a selection of cheeses from France or half pound frozen lobsters from Canada. They always have a nice selection of fruits and vegetables. They also have fresh baked goods from their bakery. What you will not find here are your favorite brands - you will have to stop somewhere else to buy products made by global producers like Nescafe, Coca Cola, etc. While you might not choose to shop at a Lidl at home, it does have alot more to offer than any shop in Bansko! :)

Sightseeing

Sanctuary for dancing bears founded by Brigitte Bardot
11 locals raden deze aan
Dancing Bears Park
Andrianov Chark
11 locals raden deze aan
Sanctuary for dancing bears founded by Brigitte Bardot
This is a day trip from Bansko. There is opportunity for hiking in the area and a stop for a fresh fish lunch at several locations along the way.
61 locals raden deze aan
Rila Monastery
61 locals raden deze aan
This is a day trip from Bansko. There is opportunity for hiking in the area and a stop for a fresh fish lunch at several locations along the way.
www.banskofreetour.com is a great way to explore Bansko any time of year.
Bansko Free Tour
2770 ul. "Nikola Y. Vaptsarov"
www.banskofreetour.com is a great way to explore Bansko any time of year.
Check out this place or banskosummeractivities.com to book hiking, biking, or cultural excursions in or around Bansko±
Bansko Summer Activ
ulitsa "Nayden Gerov"
Check out this place or banskosummeractivities.com to book hiking, biking, or cultural excursions in or around Bansko±

Food Delivery

BG Market delivers groceries to your door for free for orders over 50BGN. You must go to www.bgm.bg to register and place your order.
BG MARKET
№39 ul. "Glazne"
BG Market delivers groceries to your door for free for orders over 50BGN. You must go to www.bgm.bg to register and place your order.
This place has local fruits and veggies, health foods, spices, and wine. You can pop into their shop or contact them for home delivery.
Pepperka
11 ul. "Lazar German"
This place has local fruits and veggies, health foods, spices, and wine. You can pop into their shop or contact them for home delivery.

Food scene

Here they slice the raclette over potatoes, cured meats, and other delicacies! They have a unique selection of alcohol. The staff are very accommodating. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and you may get pulled into conversations with other diners!
Raclette house Bulgaria
Here they slice the raclette over potatoes, cured meats, and other delicacies! They have a unique selection of alcohol. The staff are very accommodating. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and you may get pulled into conversations with other diners!
Serving up the best and most creative smoothies, smoothie bowls, and fresh juices in Bansko! This place is taking away only, but there are benches nearby where you can sit and indulge.
Coconut coffee & smoothies
str Gotce Delchev
Serving up the best and most creative smoothies, smoothie bowls, and fresh juices in Bansko! This place is taking away only, but there are benches nearby where you can sit and indulge.
Located next to Cedar Lodge IV, this place has a wide selection of salads, pizzas, pastas, risotto, as well as meat and fish entrees. They have additional seating in the basement with a small play area for kids which could be ideal for a private celebration. They also have outdoor seating. They often have live music in the evenings - a guitar or piano player. It is popular year round so make reservations if you are going for dinner!
Casa di Papi
Located next to Cedar Lodge IV, this place has a wide selection of salads, pizzas, pastas, risotto, as well as meat and fish entrees. They have additional seating in the basement with a small play area for kids which could be ideal for a private celebration. They also have outdoor seating. They often have live music in the evenings - a guitar or piano player. It is popular year round so make reservations if you are going for dinner!
This place is tricky to find, but well worth the effort. It's a local place located on Krinetz Reservoir where they catch the trout. Sometimes they let you catch your own fish. In addition to the fish they have a basic Bulgarian menu of a few soups, salads, and gilled meats at local (not tourist) prices. There is a small play area for children and outdoor seating on the reservoir. As basic as this place is, if you want to sit on the water, you should reserve in advance. This place takes cash only!
11 locals raden deze aan
Restaurant Iazovir Krinetz
11 locals raden deze aan
This place is tricky to find, but well worth the effort. It's a local place located on Krinetz Reservoir where they catch the trout. Sometimes they let you catch your own fish. In addition to the fish they have a basic Bulgarian menu of a few soups, salads, and gilled meats at local (not tourist) prices. There is a small play area for children and outdoor seating on the reservoir. As basic as this place is, if you want to sit on the water, you should reserve in advance. This place takes cash only!
Once you have gone up the gondola, VIP Room is the only fine dining available. You must reserve in advance on FB. When the weather is good, ask for a table on the terrace - they will give you warm furry blankets if you are chilly! If it's cold, ask for a table inside near the fireplace. When you enter, you can hang up your helmet, skis, and poles and be given a pair of slippers! You can put your boots on boot heater. You will indulge in wonderful food prepared by an Italian chef and can enjoy creative cocktails prepared table side with a flair. At the end of your meal, they will treat you to a shot of homemade lemonchello and chocolate! This place is as close you will get to St. Moritz and the prices are too!
VIP Room
Once you have gone up the gondola, VIP Room is the only fine dining available. You must reserve in advance on FB. When the weather is good, ask for a table on the terrace - they will give you warm furry blankets if you are chilly! If it's cold, ask for a table inside near the fireplace. When you enter, you can hang up your helmet, skis, and poles and be given a pair of slippers! You can put your boots on boot heater. You will indulge in wonderful food prepared by an Italian chef and can enjoy creative cocktails prepared table side with a flair. At the end of your meal, they will treat you to a shot of homemade lemonchello and chocolate! This place is as close you will get to St. Moritz and the prices are too!
Five Points is located in Cedar Lodge IV. If you are staying in one of our flats, they can deliver breakfast to you for 5 Euro per person and also offer picnic lunches to take up the mountain. The restaurant offers English Breakfast in the morning and a mixture of Bulgarian, European, and Asian food in the evening. They work from Dec. 1 - mid April. They also have a room downstairs that can be booked for private events.
6 locals raden deze aan
Five Points Restaurant
6 locals raden deze aan
Five Points is located in Cedar Lodge IV. If you are staying in one of our flats, they can deliver breakfast to you for 5 Euro per person and also offer picnic lunches to take up the mountain. The restaurant offers English Breakfast in the morning and a mixture of Bulgarian, European, and Asian food in the evening. They work from Dec. 1 - mid April. They also have a room downstairs that can be booked for private events.
If you are a foodie that doesn't mind paying tourist prices, check out the restaurants at the Kempinski. Sometimes they have food events with guest chefs. They have buffets with various themes - i.e. Bulgarian, Asian, Italian. In the summer they have an outdoor BBQ on Saturdays that is booked weeks in advance. It is worth just going for a drink in the "Aspen" like bar - service is slow, but food and drinks are great. They have an excellent breakfast buffet where you can order eggs Benedict, omelettes, etc. The Tepannyaki bar is also worth a visit, but often closed. Enjoy music at Sing Sing Piano Bar - book in advance as often booked for private events)
7 locals raden deze aan
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
96 "Pirin" Str.
7 locals raden deze aan
If you are a foodie that doesn't mind paying tourist prices, check out the restaurants at the Kempinski. Sometimes they have food events with guest chefs. They have buffets with various themes - i.e. Bulgarian, Asian, Italian. In the summer they have an outdoor BBQ on Saturdays that is booked weeks in advance. It is worth just going for a drink in the "Aspen" like bar - service is slow, but food and drinks are great. They have an excellent breakfast buffet where you can order eggs Benedict, omelettes, etc. The Tepannyaki bar is also worth a visit, but often closed. Enjoy music at Sing Sing Piano Bar - book in advance as often booked for private events)
Smokey Mountain has been on the food scene in Bansko for years, but has changed locations due to rising rents! They are the only restaurant in Bansko that smokes meats. The owners are from Scotland and very nice and hard working. This place is popular among expat locals, UK tourists, and digital nomads largely because of the hospitality and quality of food. If you want some sort of smoked chicken, port, or beef, you need to reserve in advance (it takes a while to smoke meat), - just reach out to them on FB.
Smokey Mountain Bar & Grill
str ul. "Baykusheva mura"
Smokey Mountain has been on the food scene in Bansko for years, but has changed locations due to rising rents! They are the only restaurant in Bansko that smokes meats. The owners are from Scotland and very nice and hard working. This place is popular among expat locals, UK tourists, and digital nomads largely because of the hospitality and quality of food. If you want some sort of smoked chicken, port, or beef, you need to reserve in advance (it takes a while to smoke meat), - just reach out to them on FB.
I heard about this place for years and walked by it many times, partly because it has no steak house feel! But this place has excellent Argentinian beef and they know what they are doing. And the service is excellent - everybody eats their salads, main courses and desserts at the same time!
Steak Hause Lazur
14 ul. "Glazne"
I heard about this place for years and walked by it many times, partly because it has no steak house feel! But this place has excellent Argentinian beef and they know what they are doing. And the service is excellent - everybody eats their salads, main courses and desserts at the same time!
This place has changed ownership over the years, but for some reason, it is always bought by Greek people. They are always friendly and service is slow (because it is Greek run or because of language barrier) and they usually have nice pastries that they bring frozen from Greece!
Forest Cup Bansko
This place has changed ownership over the years, but for some reason, it is always bought by Greek people. They are always friendly and service is slow (because it is Greek run or because of language barrier) and they usually have nice pastries that they bring frozen from Greece!
We seem to get more and more Jewish religious guests from Israel and the US. This place seems to serve kosher food and be quite popular among Israeli tourists. We'd love to hear some review from our Kosher guests!
Little Israel
We seem to get more and more Jewish religious guests from Israel and the US. This place seems to serve kosher food and be quite popular among Israeli tourists. We'd love to hear some review from our Kosher guests!
Located in Lucky Bansko at the entrance to Bansko, this restaurant serves up first class fondue and raclette, but at a price. Please check the menu and make reservations in advance. Everything here is genuine - you will have all of the quality of food and some of the rudeness of the Alps! Prefect for groups, romantic dinner or something different with the kids!
Alpine restaurant "Fondue"
6 ul. "Kir Blago Todev"
Located in Lucky Bansko at the entrance to Bansko, this restaurant serves up first class fondue and raclette, but at a price. Please check the menu and make reservations in advance. Everything here is genuine - you will have all of the quality of food and some of the rudeness of the Alps! Prefect for groups, romantic dinner or something different with the kids!
You will see many restaurant names with "Mehana". A "Mehana" is a traditional Bulgarian restaurant decorated with folklore items, serving traditional food, and sometimes having gypsy bands in the evenings. Most of the "Mehanas" are in the old town! This one roasts lamb outside on a spit, prepares BBQed food in the fire pit in the center of the restaurant
Mehana Chevermeto
12 ul. "Nikola Y. Vaptsarov"
You will see many restaurant names with "Mehana". A "Mehana" is a traditional Bulgarian restaurant decorated with folklore items, serving traditional food, and sometimes having gypsy bands in the evenings. Most of the "Mehanas" are in the old town! This one roasts lamb outside on a spit, prepares BBQed food in the fire pit in the center of the restaurant
Two Italian guys making fresh Italian gelato every day - new flavours - every day is a new gastronomic pleasure! They also sell some exclusive Italian chocolates and liquors which most people do not "appreciate"! If you like gelato, you should stop by with yourself, your wife and kids, or your girlfriend!
8 locals raden deze aan
Gelato Italiano
90 "Pirin" Str.
8 locals raden deze aan
Two Italian guys making fresh Italian gelato every day - new flavours - every day is a new gastronomic pleasure! They also sell some exclusive Italian chocolates and liquors which most people do not "appreciate"! If you like gelato, you should stop by with yourself, your wife and kids, or your girlfriend!