Chrissoveloni Palace was never just a bank—or just a palace. From the design phase, it was conceived as an architecture of function, yet with the prestige of a true palace. Built between 1923 and 1929, based on plans by architect George Matei Cantacuzino, the bank’s headquarters was a discreet declaration of financial power: two entrances (one for...
Ciao Napoli is an Italian-style fast food spot that brings the authentic taste of Neapolitan pizza to the heart of Bucharest. The menu features a variety of dishes inspired by traditional Italian cuisine, including Pizza Margherita, Sweet Salami Pizza, Pizza Fritta Ciao Napoli, and Baked Paccheri, all made with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
The...
The National Bank of Romania Museum operates inside the Old Palace of the NBR, at Strada Lipscani 25, in Sector 3. The building went up between 1884 and 1890, designed by French architects Cassien Bernard and Albert Galeron, with construction overseen by Romanians Grigore Cerchez and E. Băicoianu. Many consider it the most beautiful building in Buc...
Anthony Frost English Bookshop was for many years a unique cultural landmark in Bucharest—the only bookstore dedicated entirely to English-language books, founded in 2007 on Calea Victoriei. Small but welcoming, the shop curated a carefully selected range of literature, nonfiction, art, history, comics, and children’s books, all handpicked by found...
Laude-Reut is one of the most prestigious private educational institutions in Bucharest, recognized for its high academic standards and its focus on training future leaders. Founded in 1997, the school combines the national curriculum with international programs, offering students extensive opportunities for personal and professional development. T...
Tucked away on a quiet street in the heart of Bucharest’s Old Town, Lacrimi și Sfinți is where traditional Romanian cuisine meets modern elegance. Every dish here tells a story, with carefully chosen ingredients that capture the authentic flavors of Romania.
The menu is a true culinary journey, offering reimagined classic Romanian dishes with a cre...
On Strada Lipscani 37, among buildings with worn facades and cafés pressed tightly against one another, there is an entrance that looks different from the rest. It doesn't announce itself loudly — but it draws you in. And if you know to look for it, you'll find Rose's Mystery House: one of the most unusual places to open in Bucharest in recent year...
Grand Café Van Gogh is an iconic destination in Bucharest’s Old Town, located on Smârdan Street, near the National Bank of Romania Palace. The café stands out with an elegant interior inspired by the works of Van Gogh, creating an artistic and inviting atmosphere. The menu offers a variety of European and Central European dishes, with a special foc...
Piana Vyshnia, also known as "The Drunken Cherry", is a bar with a unique atmosphere, located in the heart of Bucharest, at 27 Lipscani Street, in the 3rd sector.
Originally from the Ukraine, this bar concept is famous for its cherry liqueur, prepared according to a traditional recipe from the Galicia region. The liqueur has an alcohol content of...
Cafeneaua Veche 9 is the oldest café in Bucharest, located in the Old Center, on 16 Covaci Street. The historic building, documented in 1812, has been a meeting place for important personalities such as Mihai Eminescu, Ion Luca Caragiale and King Carol II.
What does Cafeneaua Veche 9 have to offer?
Varied menu: From pike roe, beef carpaccio,...