When you step into this quaint restaurant it appears that you truly are stepping into a small Bosnian town complete with Bosnian Natives. You see doorways and Bosnian artifacts. It's sort of like Disney Land. The menu is very meat and bread heavy so you have to plan for that. I had a chicken sandwich made with their house made bread. The bread was unlike any bread I had before and had a similar texture to a fluffy glazed donut and was tasty but a little greasy. My chicken was pounded very thin but was tender, juicy and seasoned well. I had added mushrooms and ajvar (roasted red pepper and eggplant condiment) to my sandwich. The ajvar seemed fresh made and was very mild. They gave me a generous amount of mushrooms that lacked caramelization. The sandwich was tasty but is a lot of bread so I ate it open faced so I wouldn't eat too much bread. My husband had a cup of bean soup that was very porky and the popular spicy beef sausage sandwich. The sausage is skinless and is spicy but not very spicy. Since it was our first time here our waitress wouldn't let us leave without trying a Bosnian Candy. She gave us a chocolate covered candy that looked like a banana. It tasted like a banana flavored circus peanut that was chocolate covered. Among the most interesting restaurants to try because it was like a trip to Bosnia. read more

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A really interesting cultural experience that would be lost on most people driving by. It is tiny and drab outside. Who knew? Thanks, Yelp, and thanks Max A for making me laugh and want to try this place. Walking in the door you will find yourself transported to another world. Authentic music, cute European décor, and a Bosnian hostess/waitress/owner who will bend over backwards to make sure you are pleased. Bosnian cuisine appears to be a blending of Eastern European and Middle Eastern culture (as is their music). The items on this small menu were mostly simple fare, like simple hearty soups, sausage sandwiches, and chicken dishes. First of all, I command you to eat the bread that comes with your meal. It is probably one of the finest, freshest, lightest, butteriest you could ever hope to sink your teeth into. It is similar in texture to a beautifully executed croissant. A bowl of soup with a basket of that bread (well maybe two baskets) and I could die with a smile on my face. The bowl of soup we had was a hearty bean soup, with large chunks of meat, most likely the sausage they use in their sandwiches. Yum. I would love to try them all. $5 a bowl. The sandwich, cevapi, is huge, with a multitude of little rolled sausages (seasoned beef + lamb) in the middle of that wonderful bread. It came with raw onion, sour cream and a red bell pepper sauce on the side. It is one heck of a sandwich. You might want to share! $8 gets you the large one. The cabbage rolls were uncommonly good. Filled with seasoned meat and rice, then rolled in cabbage leaves, a serving consisted of three, baked in a light yet tangy sauce that appeared to have some vinegar and paprika. Very flavorful, very filling. The dish was accompanied with a side of excellent mashed potatoes topped with sour cream. $5 Mr. B could not take his eyes off the little deli case. Filled with tubes of imported sausages, some fresh, some dry, and most importantly, darkly smoked steaks. We asked about tasting the smoked meat, and she brought us a small plate with some very thin slices to taste. Really beautiful, tender but firm meat like a lovely prosciutto, a charcuterie's dream. We had to have some to bring home. A pound cost us $16 and was already shrink wrapped. But what will I do when we run out? And here is where I must stop. Only because they had just finished making a fresh batch of baklava and it was way too hot to cut yet. She apologized profusely. I was broken hearted. Not that I really needed it but..... A delightful place for a culinary adventure, but no frills. Thanks for a lovely experience. read more

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Odlicne sarme i baklave a ćevapi mozda najbolji koje smo ikada probali. Ljubazan server + dobili smo poklon za srećan put! The Best Ćevapi we have ever had . Sarme and baklave are also very very good. Server is very kind! Thank you read more

Old Town Sarajevo - Modern European Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Fantastic food! Fantastic service! We shared several different dishes and they were all phenomenal. Highly recommend it.

This place is aaaaaaamzing. The food is fresh tasty and so delicious. Everything is made From scratch including famous bread The customers service is beyond satisfactory everyone is so sweet, kind and welcoming. Returning customer here Definitely worth trying read more

Friendly service. First time ever trying Serbian cuisine. The recommended dish is the Cevapi. The bread is homemade and is delicious.

As authentic as it gets, I got the bread stuffed with meat & it was delicious. staff is very friendly

This place was so good. It looks like your regular hole in the wall strip mall stop but the inside is charmingly decorated and feels as if you are actually in the streets of Sarajevo. I had never had bosnian food before and i was blown away and how good the spicy cevapi was. The bread is crisp on the outside soft on the inside. The sausage was extremely flavorful. I cant wait to come back with my girlfriend read more

From the outside this place looked shady as hell. The neighbor'hood' was quite rough looking. My former coworker and I was debating if we going to eat here. We couldn't make up our mind so we sent in my subordinate. He needed to use the loo to do a two anyways to make room for food. After 10 minutes and 5 seconds he reported back that the loo was clean, and that we can eat here. The moment I stepped in, the place was clean and very inviting. You would had never believed from the outside. The staff was friendly and very helpful. Her advice was top notch. When my former coworker ordered the steak sandwich (one of their more expensive items) she jumped in and told her, "listen biatch! Don't go ordering something from our menu that you could order elsewhere, try something you can only find here". Lol okay not those exact words, but close to that, I just can't remember exactly. And she was very much right, and we all agreed and we all ordered some of their finest. The food here is very bread and meat heavy. I ordered their stuff cabbage, absolutely delicious!! My subordinate ordered the cheese pita, which was quite amazing, and my former coworker, she ordered a spinach pita, some Bosnian Sausages and a imported beer. Not bad at all. She loved the beer. Overall we had a blast here, we talked and laughed and had a great time. read more

I have to concur with the other reviews that this doesn't look like much from the outside but don't let that stop you. The Turkish coffee was outstanding as was the spinach pita (which is massive!). This is clearly a family owned place and it was my first Bosnian meal. There aren't a ton of vegetarian options but the spinach pita was so good that I'd go back for it. read more

Great place for lunch or dinner if you looking for authentic Bosnian food. Everything that is on the meniu very tasty!:) read more

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Food is amazing! Homemade and cooked to perfection! The bread (served with Cevapi and our soup/goulash) was to die for - perfectly soft/crispy/chewy. Will definitely come back and recommend to anyone looking for a savory, hearty meal. read more

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Unique and delicious food. Old World ambience. Excellent staff. Seems strange and unsure from the outside but cannot wait to go back.

Today was my second time coming here. I love the food, the music, the restaurant design. I ordered Veliki, with a meat pita and a Coca Cola. The food was fantastic, just like last time. My bill should have been $17.50 plus tax, but the owner charged me $22. I even tipped, but I wish I had not. Be sure to check your bill before handing over your cash or card. Not sure if I will return after being overcharged. read more

What a hidden gem! We wanted to find a new spot and we will be bringing people back with us. Don't be deterred by the storefront, it transforms once inside. Like stepping into a little European village. The owner spared no expense creating a complimentary atmosphere. 6 different Yugoslavian beers - big ones! We got the Skopsko lager, it was delicious! We tried the Bosnian beef stew - so flavorful! Beef & veggies were so tender. The spinach & cheese "pita" was more of a savory stuffed croissant. It was worth trying. The sausage was served in a soft bread, spongy on the inside to soak up the juices but lightly crispy on the outside, proving it was freshly baked. It was served with a yummy veggie spread, sour cream and raw onions, all on the side so you can make your own perfect bite! Try it out, it's worth it! Friendly warm staff. read more

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My wife, daughter, and I stopped in this place a few weeks ago. It doesn't look like much on the outside, but when you walk into this restaurant you are instantly transported to Europe. It's amazing. The food is delicious and the service is great. This was such a cool experience. We will be back! read more

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Good if you like Balkan food. There were many non English speaking folks there who are from "the old country"

This is the "go to" place for Bosnian food. The cevapi is really good and their soups have that really home-made taste. I love this place!

First time here and I will definitely be going back!!! Food was amazing and great service!! Highly recommend the cabbage rolls and sausage!! read more

Old Town Sarajevo - Modern European Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Amazing juicy cevapi. Bread is fluffy. Cute little place with a homy atmosphere. Don't let the area and shady shopping center deter you. It is a hole in the wall and it is very authentic. Would recommend. read more

We stoped for lunch and enjoyed the old world charm of this European restaurant. I enjoyed the soup, homemade bread, turkish coffee, and others had the spinach pita. Be sure to appreciate the cultural touches and decor. It is a great opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the food and you feel more like a guest in a home rather than a customer. read more

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We are new to Bosnia cuisines! Area is kind of shady so if you plan to try out the place, grab a friend!! We got sausage/bread dish and roll cabbage base on good review! Sausage are fun and juicy! Bread is to crave for! Homemade airy buttery bread!! If you like croissant, this bread may hit you home run! Cabbage is a bit salty for our taste so wasn't much of a fan. But we both really like the sausage dish! Staffs are very kind :) read more

Was very good. We had the spinach pita, beef stew and two sausage sandwiches. However others ordered the same things as us and received complimentary bread listed on the menu. We did not. Also was charged for extra dip and sour cream which we did not even request. That was a bit odd. They were very nice and we will probably go back. Will make sure to get what is included on the menu next time is what we get read more

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Not too bad replace from the outside you may feel a little hesitant to go in but the inside is really cool looks like a little town like that people that work there are friendly but English is not the greatest but they're very nice the food I'm on the fence about it was good but different a little too heavy for this weather in right now maybe it was really cold outside it would be great I had the sausage sandwich and the chicken soup sausage sandwich is all beef tasted pretty good A little Bland the sauce they give was quite delicious almost like a pimento sauce chicken noodle soup was very good but it was missing something maybe some spice overall very good will probably be back when it gets colder read more

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My Romanian heritage requires me to consume stuffed cabbage several times a year. Given my current life with a broken leg, I can't just hop a plane to my mother's kitchen across the country. Lucky for me, the Bosnian owners of Old Town Sarajevo have proper cabbage on the stove every day. And it's good. Though the former Yugoslavia has undergone a number of rough years, someone passed on a granny style recipe that's just slightly sour and soupy. The last time I ate there, a $5 order got me three beef stuffed rolls in clear broth, oniony and brimming with flavor I haven't had in ages. This is not your Jewish deli style stuffed cabbage. That's often sweet and even tomato sauced, though it is beef. Muslims and Jews follow similar dietary laws and do not eat pork. At Old Town Sarajevo, that's fine with me. My mother's stuffed cabbage has beef, pork and ham, not to mention a well washed and drained sauerkraut that gives it a German touch. With my three huge rolls, I added bread which was earthy and fresh, reminding me of pita or lavash. That was well worth the extra dollar. The menu includes a number of soups, sausages and other simple fare for hungry workers. Portions are large. Large as in share with someone. You can always order more. If you like dark coffee, the Turkish brew is pitch black and smoky, authenticity prepared and served in glass. I do not indulge in such decadence, but I rather enjoyed inhaling my friends' drinks. The owners treated our group to iced tea and soft drinks and were extremely gracious. No alcohol is available, but if you wrap your order to go it would be delightful at home with a glass of wine or beer. read more

Absolutely love this place. The cevapi is the best I've had not to mention the bread that comes with. My wife is also a big fan of the bean soup. We've tried other dishes that were excellent but we always come back to the cevapi and bean soup. It's a little disconcerting when you pull up but once inside the restaurant has a wonderful vibe. Authentic food, pleasant staff and what's not to like about Bosnian beer! read more

We ended up going there as a big group on Thanksgiving, seeing that we are from the same region and wanted to see how the food was as we're not much into the whole turkey thing. The decor was spot on 5/5, the food was 4/5 depending on what you got. The service and attitude of the owner, however, was 1/5. One of our friends that we were with had a hard time on deciding what she wanted. His response to this was "Let's go, madam, I don't have all day." Even though there was only one other couple there. The second was when I wasn't finished eating and I literally had the fork in my mouth while he took the dish away, like really what normal person does that, we were all just lost for words. Lastly, when I asked for dessert he responded by saying "You don't need any more sugar" Lol... this guy is quite the character and suggest you go there only if you want to experience the unique Balkin asshole experience. read more

An amazing experience on my annual pilgrimage through Phoenix indulging in Bosnian delicacies and kebabs galore. Every dish in this place is fantastic and I have practically tried them all. Make sure you stop by whenever you were in the area. read more

Great place with an awesome atmosphere! It's been a valley staple for many years! If you're looking for Balkan food stop by

Excellent food and service from an unassuming storefront. Blink as you're passing by and you've missed an amazing opportunity to eat an authentic Bosnian meal. Coffee alone is worth the trip from north Peoria, add food....... And you've got a great culinary experience read more

I love places like this!! It is a hole-in the wall small family run restaurant vibe ... the food is out of this world! It doesn't look like much from the outside, and it is not located in the best neighborhood, but it is totally one of those mom & pops style establishments that you have to check out, especially if you have never tried Bosnian food. The inside decor is verrrry cute and charming! We tried several different items off the menu since it was out first time eating this type of cuisine - the cevapi, stuff cabbage rolls, and soup were AWESOME!!! The only part that could use improvement was the poor customer service. The server seemed to be more concerned with hanging out with his friends who were eating in the restaurant. He forgot to bring us several different items, the timing of the food was way off, he wasn't very helpful when we told him we had never eaten this type of food and asked for suggestions, and he never came back to check on us or ask us how the food was... The food rating here is A+, but the customer service here is a less than desirable C+ for newbies to Bosnian food ...but check out the other reviews on here for all the various DEEEE-LICOUS food items to try. The prices are extremely reasonable for the amount and quality of food that you get, which makes up for the lack of decent customer service! read more

We have Croatian family and love eating here to enjoy the cuisine and hear others roaming the language!

I've had this Bosnian restaurant bookmarked for some time and finally my friend and I were able to stop by for dinner. Located in a tiny strip mall, the décor was neatly arranged with cultural artifacts, white table clothes, and the atmosphere was spacious and cozy. The menu was smaller and more affordable than my visit to Saraj. We decided to start off with a Home Style Bean Soup ($5) filled with light tasting Bosnian beans and chunks of beef here and there. Very hearty as the bowl warmed the belly. The beans boast wonderful flavor with hints of beef to render depth. The owner was very generous to give us a second serving so there was plenty to share. Next, the Stuffed Cabbage ($5) arrived with boiled cabbage stuffed with ground beef that came with onions, peppers, and other seasonings with a dollop of sour cream on top. The cabbage was soft, naturally sweet, and easy to bite into. The ground beef had some pop due to the seasonings with a nicely broth to bring to a finer note. They were much bigger than the ones at Saraj as there were plenty of ground beef to fill the center. So delicious, it's something I'm eager to have again. Their highly recommended item, the Bosnian Sausage Sandwich ($7), came with 10 pieces of small Bosnian sausages sandwiched held in-between two thick fluffy fried breads. The bread was slightly browned and crispy on the outside and spongy on the inside. The sausages were savory delicious and wonderfully seasoned. The sandwich also came with creamy red pepper sauce and raw onions to ignite sweet and sharp contrasts. The extra fried bread for the bean soup was superfluous. Service-wise, the server was Bosnian but not particularly knowledgeable about the cuisine. The owner, however, was very warm, friendly, and managed to come out of the kitchen to greet us and address questions. Interested diners should know that they also have authentic Bosnian items that are not listed on the menu. 4.5 stars. Cheaper, bigger, and better than Saraj. This is one of the most overlooked places in the Valley. I would love to come back to try their veal and assortment of desserts. read more

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This place is like getting in a time machine and going back in history. Somebody has spent a great amount of energy decorating the inside of this place like an old fashion Bosnian town. Tons of intricate wood work and detail to add just that right amount of fun and authenticity. Came here after seeing the International Supper Club pig out at one of their UYE parties. They always pick great places and food that is unique and tasty. I can confirm all of the above with a smile. The menu here is rather small but filled with several different types of Bossian specialties. Usually get one of the Cevapi/Bosnian Sausage Sandwiches. There are three different sizes depending on how hungry you at the moment. Also have tried the tasty Pljeskavica/Beef Patty with mushrooms and cheese. Service is friendly and helpful. On my first visit the owner and server were getting ready to eat lunch. They were more than happy to share some of the treats that they were having with me. She said it was a potato version of the cheese pita that they make. Nice! You know it is good when you can hear people speaking a language that you are not accustom to hearing. Sometimes they can get a little loud and passionate in their discussions. Gives you that intimate feeling like you are there with them and in the zone. Overall the food is very good and worth checking out. There are several other dishes that I want to try on my next visit. Still need to also check out the desserts. Good thing my job has me in the area a couple times a month. Meet me for lunch if you can. CHEERS! 4.25 STARS read more

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This small place is in a small strip mall with a faded sign. Since my husband served a tour in Bosnia Herzegovina he has been wanting the food that he remembered so fondly. So I was able to find this quaint place on Yelp! read more

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You walk into this place and you literally have stepped out of west Phoenix and into Bosnia. Cafe Sarajevo is THE place for the substantial Bosnian community in Phoenix (who knew there was one?) to hang out at, with Bosnian television constantly on the tv and old Bosnian men sitting at tables shootin' the shit while drinking strong Bosnian (aka Turkish) coffee. I've been here a couple times for lunch and had the cevapi, a sandwich made with Bosnian sausage, soft fluffy lepinja bread, diced onions, and a pepper spread. Excellent food, paired with a jovial, friendly owner make for a great casual lunch experience. You don't find much of Bosnian anything anywhere in the States, so if you're ever around this neck of the woods, swing by and check it out. They also have a small market with Bosnian goods in the back. read more

Old Town Sarajevo - Modern European Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

It was the 1st International Supper Club UYE for this year, and the placed picked to kick it off was Caffe Sarajevo. When you 1st drive up to the place you think, man what a hole in the wall, what am I getting myself into, but when you walk through that door, you are transformed into a whole another place, you feel as if you are no longer in Phoenix. The place is bigger that what it appears on the outside and so opened & friendly. The place itself deserves your visit! We had a table reserved for us in the back, and it was a nice big table, felt like a family dining table, it was perfect for us! Our server was Nigel, very friendly and made sure we never were without anything. And ladies, he is a cutie, easy on the eyes. I decided on the Cevapi, it was a Bosnian sausage sandwich that came with sliced red onions, sour cream, which I swear was freshly made, and some sort of veggie spread. Let me tell you, this sandwich was A-MAZ-ING! I am a bread freak, love the stuff, this bread was fresh and rustic, the sausage were so tasty and with the veggie spread & sour cream spread across the bread, you have just made yourself an amazing delicious bit of heaven! I also had some baklava, I love that stuff! It was the perfect blend of sweetness for me! Caffe Sarajevo is such a cute place and the food is amazing, I for sure will be back! read more

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The definition of "hidden gem", and its not really that hidden. I have to admit, this little strip looks a little scary. But once you get inside, its a whole other world. The decor is very cool. Its made to look like a little village w/ pieces from Bosnia all over the place. We were seated at a large booth in the back. Our server was wonderful. He was extremely attentive and was more than happy to chat w/ us and answer our questions. The menu is full of very warm, homey food. Sausages, and bread and stew and man, it is cheap! I decided on the stew (and it was not small). It was warm and flavorful and reminded me of something my grandfather would make that his mother would make for him. Lots of tender meat, root veggies and even some cabbage. It came w/ a large warm piece of bread. And im not ashamed to say i used it to clean my plate. It was a good amount of food. For $5.45. Yup, super cheap. Didnt I say that? The really disappointing thing about this place is that we were the only table. Otherwise the restaurant was dead. It made me so sad! Their food is amazing! Go here, and tell your friends to go here too. read more

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A great place for brunch and quite inexpensive too! I love the freshly-made Bosnian bread and the cevapi, though the green salad that came with it was lackluster. The Bosnian coffee that I ordered with the meal was strong and was the perfect beverage for the brunch. Service was friendly but slow, which was surprising since there was only one other table that had diners during our visit. read more

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I went for lunch today with a bud who had seen good reviews in Yelp. This place is definitely a bit of a diamond in the rough. It's not in the best part of town and it's in one of the shadiest looking little strip malls but the inside is put together well (if a touch eccentric) and it was very clean. It was sort if like walking into the closet and coming out in Narnia, if that makes sense. I must confess to knowing nothing about Bosnian food and the menu was vague, to say the least, so we went off of our waitress's recommendation. The Cevapi (sp?) sandwich was actually delicious. The bread was phenomenal and the sausage was seasoned well and full of flavour. I do think it missed maybe some tomatoes and lettuce inside to provide some crunch and a bit of a contrast. I can only assume that that's not traditional in Bosnia and maybe just what I'm more accustomed too. The service was fine. Our waitress was as helpful as she could be, despite the language barrier, but we made it work. The place was pretty empty but she didn't hover, which I really appreciated. If your in the area and looking for a quick, cheap bite that's a little but different I would definitely recommend this place. I'll be returning for sure. read more

Old Town Sarajevo - Large Cevapi sandwich - Modern European Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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