Founded in 2020 by entrepreneurs Vlad and Ruxandra Buda, Berliner Donuts was born out of a desire to bring an iconic childhood treat – the donut – into a more artisanal, modern, and delightfully creative light. With a strong focus on high-quality ingredients, generous fillings, and authentic flavors, Berliner quickly became a go-to destination for...
Kretzulescu Church is one of the few surviving examples of Brâncovenesc architecture in central Bucharest, built in 1722 by the boyar Iordache Kretzulescu and his wife, Safta, daughter of Prince Constantin Brâncoveanu. Located just steps from Revolution Square, the church has stood witness to decisive moments in Romania’s modern history, including...
Trattoria Mezzaluna is an Italian restaurant located in the heart of Bucharest, on Calea Dorobanți, bringing the charm and authenticity of Italian cuisine to the capital. Its warm and welcoming atmosphere, inspired by traditional Italian trattorias, makes it the perfect place for romantic dinners, business meetings, or relaxed meals with family and...
Tucked away between apartment buildings at 2 Eforie Street, just a few minutes’ walk from Calea Victoriei and Sala Palatului, Cinema Eforie is one of Bucharest’s oldest and most respected screening venues. Known as the main hall of the Romanian Cinematheque, Eforie has maintained a unique cultural status over the decades—not as a commercial cinema,...
Linea – Closer to the Moon isn’t just where you go for a cocktail — it’s where you go to get a breather above the city. The rooftop is spacious and open, with a clear view over the old buildings and flickering lights of Bucharest at night. Nothing feels crammed or rushed — the tables are set apart just enough, the music stays in the background, and...
The National Museum of Romanian History (MNIR), located in Bucharest, on Calea Victoriei, was established in 1970 and is housed in an impressive building dating back to the Belle Époque period. The building, constructed between 1894 and 1899, was originally the headquarters of the Central Post Office, and its transformation into a museum was part o...
OTOTO is an urban concept store in Bucharest that redefines the idea of souvenirs and gifts. The shop features a carefully curated selection of design objects, sustainable products, and lifestyle accessories with a Scandinavian flair and minimalist influences. You won’t find Dracula magnets here, but rather indie books, artisan candles, home décor...
Maya Fresh is a Mexican fast food spot located at Strada Tache Ionescu no. 1, in Sector 1 of Bucharest. It’s a small, but welcoming place, offering a mix of Mexican flavors and healthy, plant-based options.
The menu includes a variety of dishes like burritos, quesadillas, and bowls, with choices such as smoked tofu, black beans, and fresh vegetable...
Better Bread is a 100% gluten-free artisan bakery, created from personal need and grown with purpose. Located in Floreasca, on a quiet street, it’s the first dedicated gluten-free bakery in Bucharest. The bread here is made with natural sourdough, fermented slowly, using over 20 types of alternative flours — including buckwheat, millet, sorghum, qu...
Cinema Union, located at 21 Ion Câmpineanu Street, just off University Square, is one of the last functioning state-owned cinemas in Bucharest. Managed by RomâniaFilm, it has somehow survived the multiplex era and decades of chronic underfunding. Unlike commercial theaters, Union has maintained a clear identity as a space for auteur cinema: recent...