Restaurants and Bars in Plovdiv
The city of Plovdiv offers a blend of entertainment and dining venues which are as eclectic and unique as the city itself. Below, you’ll find a few of our selections:
Amsterdam
10 Konstantin Stoilov Street +359 32 629 953
No need to travel all the way to the Netherlands in order to get a piece of the romantic city of Amsterdam. The restaurant is located in the very city centre and offers an alternative to those who’ve grown bored of traditional Bulgarian food. With fancy salads and dishes, a great selection of wines and a refined interior it is an exceptional choice for lunch and dinner.
Aromatno
15 Aleksandar Ekzarh Street +359 32 632 845
Located in a quiet street in the Plovdiv University neighbourhood, the proud owners of the Aromatno (translation Aromatic) restaurant proudly refer to it as a wine house. In fact, it is a lot more. The stone, brick and wood interior has an elegant look yet a homely feel which is further enhanced by the exceptional service. Although short, each item on the menu has been carefully elected each dish has a French influence and an outstanding wine list to compliment it.
Club Leo
32 Kniaz Al. Batenberg Street +359 32 636 817
Conveniently set on the two top floors of the City Centre mall on the main pedestrian promenade in the city, the Club Leo restaurant presents stunning, panoramic views and a matching menu. With pasta specialties, fish dishes, delicious salads and a notable beef steak, the restaurant is a great location to enjoy lunch or diner in between shopping trips. Especially pleasant during the hot summer days is the roof top, open- air terrace.
Bezisten Bar
5 Nayden Guerov Street, +359 889 227 580
The Bezisten proudly holds the title of the oldest rock club in Plovdiv. It has by now somewhat of a cult following and an ever increasing fan base due to the unpretentious atmosphere, good variety of alcohol and beer and a friendly staff. And let’s not forget the good old rock music.
Marmalade
3 Bratya Poullevi Street +359 32 631 834
Club Marmalade is one of the hottest clubs in the city. Dedicated to high quality food and impeccable service, this is great chill out, lounge type of place with good music and a differently themed night during the week. Bulgarian bands and singers perform every Thursday; Tuesday night is piano bar night, karaoke Wednesdays and Friday and Saturday DJ parties.
Phillippopolis
42 Tsar Boris III Blvd. +359 952 772
Housed beneath the Philippopolis Art Gallery and Museum, at the very entrance of the Old Town, the Phillippopolis bistro is excellent for a snack, coffee or desserts. The walnut pie and apple strudel are a staple in this café as are all the other home made, fresh pastries. The garden seats reveal stunning views of Plovdiv’s northern part.
