5-Day Relaxed Foodie Guide to Montenegro

Restoran Cesarica Highly recommended by many, we chose this restaurant for our first dinner in Kotor. Ordered the Seafood Platter and Red Risotto (total €70). The waiter emphasized the freshness of the seafood, and it truly delivered—super tasty, though the portions were a bit small for two hungry travelers. The mashed potatoes with an unnamed local veggie stole the show. A must-try for seafood lovers! Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Fresh ingredients but pricey for the portion) La Catedral Pasta Bar A Google-favorite with Instagram-worthy vibes. Tried their Mushroom Pasta with three types of mushrooms—rich but slightly salty. The portion was HUGE; even neighboring tables couldn’t finish theirs. Great value for money! Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Perfect for photos, bold flavors) Pepe Nero The White Risotto here is a revelation! Light yet flavorful, with zucchini and shrimp—no heaviness, just pure bliss. We stumbled in late after hiking Kotor’s city walls (they’re open till 10 PM!). The perfect farewell dinner in Kotor. Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Don’t miss this!) Unnamed Pizzeria (Old Town Alley) A hidden gem in Kotor’s labyrinthine alleys! Their self-proclaimed “best pizza 🍕” lives up to the hype. Forgot to snap the pizza (blame the hunger), but trust me—it’s crispy, cheesy, and €3/slice. Ate here for breakfast AND lunch, paired with gelato next door. Chef’s kiss! Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (Cheap, hearty, and addictive) Final Thoughts Montenegro’s food scene blew me away! As a Mediterranean cuisine lover, the seafood, risottos, and pizzas were dreamy. Ignore the “bland food” rumors—this place is a flavor bomb (maybe my Italian palate helped?). Montenegro feels like a budget-friendly, crowd-free Croatia. For foodies and chill travelers, it’s a no-brainer! #MontenegroTravel #MontenegroFood #KotorEats #MediterraneanCuisine #HiddenEurope #VisaFreeTravel #RelaxedTravel #TravelHacks #BudgetTravel #FoodieParadise