Bosnian Food Review 🇧🇦 5 Things to Try in Mostar 🍆 Bosnian Coffee, Dolma, Mixed Platters & Baklava ☕

Описание: Come join us for a Bosnian Food Review as we head to Šadrvan one of our favorite restaurants in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina. As one of our favorite restaurants in Mostar we ended up coming back 3 different times (including once before) to sample a number of different things on the menu. For this particular meal we keyed in on the following food items:

1) Bosnian Coffee with sugar cubes and Turkish delight (honey)
2) Dolma - stuffed peppers with minced meat, rice, parsley, onions and sour cream
3) Mix Plate Platter - Dolma, Bosnian cookies, stewed meat and rice
4) Grilled Vegetables - eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms
5) Baklava for dessert

It was a wonderful meal and we'd highly recommend you visit.

Restaurant Address:

Šadrvan  
Eastern European Restaurant
Address: Jusovina 11, Mostar 88000, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Hours: Open today · 10a.m.–12a.m.
Phone: +387 61 891 189

Rainy Day Bosnian Food Adventure in Mostar 🇧🇦 | Šadrvan Restaurant, Coffee, Dolma & Baklava

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🌧️ Battling Mostar’s Torrential Rain & Finding Foodie Bliss
Our third day in Mostar brought non-stop, “Armageddon-level” rain. The city’s streets turned into rivers, but the weather couldn’t keep us from exploring Bosnian cuisine. We braved the elements and found refuge in one of Mostar’s most beloved eateries—Šadrvan Restaurant. This cozy spot, just across the bridge on the west side of the river, is easy to spot thanks to hostesses in traditional outfits standing outside with menus, and its inviting terrace (cat friends included!). Despite wet shoes and soggy weather, we were determined to showcase the best of Herzegovinian food.

🐾 Table for Two (Plus Cats): The Ambiance of Šadrvan
Upon arrival, we opted for an atmospheric outdoor table—quiet, cozy, and accompanied by a couple of friendly local cats. While most diners were indoors escaping the rain, we enjoyed feline company and the peaceful sounds of rainfall, giving the whole experience a unique charm.

☕ Bosnian Coffee Ritual: Strong, Sweet, & Unforgettable
Our meal began with Bosnian coffee—a ritual in itself and a first-time experience for us!

Preparation: Similar to Turkish coffee, Bosnian coffee is made by boiling water, adding fine coffee grounds, and boiling again. The grounds settle at the bottom, resulting in a thick, potent brew.

The Sweet Treat: Each serving includes a local sweet resembling a cross between dense honey and Turkish Delight. The waiter recommended biting the treat, then a sugar cube, and finally sipping the coffee for the full traditional experience.

Flavor & Impact: The coffee is strong and “sludge-like” in consistency, but the sugar (dipped or nibbled) balances the intensity. Even self-proclaimed latte lovers were surprised by how much they enjoyed it—smooth, potent, and without bitterness.

🥒 Main Event: Dolma & The Mixed Bosnian Plate
Dolma: Stuffed Peppers in Creamy Glory
Our first dish, Dolma, is a classic Balkan comfort food:

Peppers stuffed with minced meat, rice, parsley, and onions, crowned with a generous scoop of cream.

The dish is savory and juicy, with flavors reminiscent of Turkish cuisine, but still unique to Bosnia.

It’s versatile—light enough to serve as an appetizer, satisfying enough as a main.

Ultimate Mixed Plate: A Local Favorite Sampler
Next came a mixed platter—an instant favorite for both flavor and variety:

Contents: Another stuffed pepper, a portion of stewed beef (incredibly tender and “baby food” soft), the so-called “Bosnian cookie” (a beef patty blended with eggs, garlic, onion, and breadcrumbs), and a portion of herbed rice (yellow-tinted, with a subtle mushroom undertone).

Every element was perfectly seasoned, with the creamy sour cream tying all the components together.

The plate is ideal for anyone new to Bosnian cuisine—it’s a “best of” sampler in a single order.

🍆 Grilled Vegetable Platter: Keeping Things Balanced
To add a lighter, healthier touch to the meal, we ordered a grilled vegetable platter:

Slices of eggplant, zucchini, mushrooms, tomato, and another stuffed pepper, all lightly grilled and served with a side of sour cream.

🍰 Dessert Finale: Thick, Syrupy Baklava
No Bosnian meal would be complete without something sweet, and today we went with a regional favorite:

Baklava (Baklava, not Baklawa!): A generous slice of this layered, nut-filled pastry, absolutely drenched in syrup. The texture is dense and sticky, with the top layers loaded with finely chopped nuts.

💸 Price Point & Value
Our feast included two drinks (Bosnian coffee and lemonade), three main dishes, and a dessert.

Total cost: 22.50 USD or 19.40 EUR for two people.

Outstanding value for high-quality, generously portioned local food in a prime Mostar location.

Stay tuned for more food adventures—see you in the next video! Tata!

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