Kulinarium — Restaurant in Sibiu

Kulinarium, nestled in the charming heart of Sibiu, is a culinary gem that beautifully captures the essence of traditional Romanian cuisine. Located just a stone's throw away from the bustling Piata Mare, this quaint restaurant offers a perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comfort. The moment you step inside, you are greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere, adorned with rustic decor that reflects the rich history and cultural heritage of the region. The soft lighting and cozy seating create an ideal setting for a relaxing meal, whether you're enjoying an intimate dinner or a lively gathering with friends.

The menu at Kulinarium is a delightful homage to traditional Romanian dishes, featuring an impressive selection of local ingredients that showcase the best of the region's culinary offerings. From hearty mămăligă topped with melted cheese to succulent sarmale wrapped in cabbage leaves, each dish is prepared with care and attention to detail. The homemade desserts, like the irresistible cozonac or the rich and creamy papanasi, are the perfect way to end your meal on a sweet note.

What truly sets Kulinarium apart is not just the exceptional food but the attentive and friendly staff who are passionate about providing a memorable dining experience. Their knowledge of the menu and recommendations for wine pairings elevate the meal further, making every visit feel special. Whether you're a local or a tourist, Kulinarium is a must-visit destination in Sibiu, offering a delightful escape into the world of authentic Romanian flavors and a serene atmosphere that invites you to linger and soak in the moment. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a true...

I went twice to this restaurant.

Food was average on both times (the cost-value ratio is not justified in my opinion). The "In the Pan/La Tigaie" specialties were quite delicious and well done. But again, really expensive for the offer.

Now, why I didn't like it and I would certainly not recommend it to anyone else. The waiters are at best indifferent and at worst extremely rude with the clients. The clients are of course treated preferentially.

I was served by this girl called Andrea the second time we went there. First of all, she tells me I have to order at least water for drinks, we cannot just not have nothing for drinks. Hmm, ok.

After I place the order for my German friend, she informs me in a very annoyed tone "that this is not how it's done at the restaurant, you cannot just order soup and salad". I thank her for her unsolicited opinion and kindly ask her to bring what we ordered. The waitress asks me next in which order should they bring us the food to the table, all at once for everyone or one by one. I ask her politely to bring it all at once to which she replies (again visibly annoyed) : "that's not possible"...Hmm, okay lady, then why did you ask me in the first place?

There is more to tell about this unpleasant interaction that cut our appetite, but I will end by mentioning that at the end the waitress returned the tip we gave her without saying thank you or bye or anything at all.I assume there was some sort of passive aggressiveness implied on her side because we didn't give her a big enough tip.

Whatever. My money are better spent somewhere else where I am treated with...

Inventive yet building on classic cuisine here. It felt like the greatest mix of the two. They prepare some of the classic dishes from around this area but add just a little bit of novelty. We had many dishes but I'll just review the "bulz" with quail eggs, Leonard sausages and spinach soup with quail eggs. Bulz was a mix of local cheese (sheep cheese is very much at home in Sibiu) and polenta balancing well sweet and salty with the quail eggs as an interesting and tasty addition. The Sausage plate was 4 types made of pork, sheep, beef and in different combinations: salty, spicy. Served with mustard and bread as one would expect BUT the surprise came with the purple cabbage. It was boiled cabbage with raisins! A perfect addition of natural sweet to the spicy, salty, mustard mix. Basically this dish had it all: salt, acid, sweet, heat, fat (not too much :) )! The spinach soup with quail eggs was a mega surprise. Spinach with hen eggs is something we used to have regularly as children when growing up. But it is usually a main course much thicker. This idea of making it finer and turning the dish into soup enhancing the effect by using quail eggs instead of hen eggs was very creative. It took me back to my childhood but at the same time providing a great sensation of finesse. Their Viennese cappuccino...