21grams Urban Balkan Bistro

Serbian restaurant · Umm Suqeim ·

21grams Urban Balkan Bistro

Serbian restaurant · Umm Suqeim ·

Balkan bistro with homemade pastries, phyllo pie, & soul food

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Meyan Mall - Floor 2 - Al Thanya St - Umm Suqeim 2 - United Arab Emirates Get directions

AED 100–150

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"Championing Balkan cuisine in Umm Suqeim, I admired Stasha Toncev’s passionate, bright restaurant for comforting dishes like phyllo pie and sarma sour cabbage rolls stuffed with minced beef and smoked brisket. For breakfast, I recommend the komplet egg—sunny-side up in homemade bread with cheese, sour cream and beef jus—which encapsulates the homey, celebratory spirit of the menu." - Claudia de Brito, Sophie Prideaux

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21grams Urban Balkan Bistro

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"The owner calls her simply styled but warm neighbourhood space on the 2nd floor of a shopping mall an ‘urban Balkan bistro’. As such, the dishes are made for sharing and the influences come from all over the region, from Eastern Europe down to Greece and Turkey. Everything is homemade, fresh tasting and satisfying; do try the signature phyllo pie. Breakfast features homemade pitta and a host of egg dishes." - Michelin Inspector

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21grams Urban Balkan Bistro

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"A Balkan bistro offering honest and wholesome food, inspired by the Balkan peninsula, located in Umm Suqeim."

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21grams Urban Balkan Bistro

Reyhaneh A.

Google

This restaurant was on my list for a long time and I finally tried it, the location is in the mall and the vibe is very cozy, when we went it wasn’t busy so we didn’t have to wait to get a table. Staff were also very attentive. We went for breakfast and tried the Balkan breakfast with brunch bestie and both were amazing. Coffee was also fresh and good quality. The flavour, portion and the quality was amazing, can’t wait to go back again and try more of their food

aayushman S.

Google

Mmm, mmmmm, mmmmmmmm. Yummy food. An atmosphere that feels alive. Beautiful decorative ethnic rugs, a few other small details but not worth mentioning (oh and Bourdain’s cookbook “Les Halles”) Ordered the Balkan breakfast. Beautiful blistered and flavorful chorizo sausages with a tomato and bell pepper relish. The cow cheese in it made it sublime. Who ever cut the chives however should go look up @ratemychives and practice more 😂 The service was great though not everyone had the same confidence and energy but oh well. Will be going back a few times to try more of the menu.

Samora Al A.

Google

It was amazing experience. I went by chance and it turned out to be a hidden gem. We had breakfast I had the princess crepe with the coffee, both were great and the portion of the desert is amazing as it is not big and very fulfilling and unique as there is no other place that do the same . Also the omelette butter roll and the cheese Burek was really good.

Zina A.

Google

Very delicious! It’s a great breakfast place. Go for it. It’s usually busy but if you go earlier than 10 am then it’s great. The service is very good. We always go there and I always ask for Pindjur breakfast which is eggs with spreads. The Borek with cheese is excellent. The matcha latter is one of the best but the cup is too small. It’s located in the second floor of Meyan Mall. Good option from the Balkan.

boom

Google

never tried balkan food before ordered both of their signature dishes. Balkan breakfast with soman bread. it was phenomenal how good it taste the soman bread is made of only had 5 ingredients really healthy and clean i needed it off with their signature goat cheese phyllo pastry which was amazing. Not too sweet and it was still warm and crispy even after 30 mins of not touching the pastry. Will definitely be back again.

Yasmine I.

Google

Very good place! It has distinguished platters and brunch. Love the flavors, presentation and lovely smiles from the staff. We did have to wait, so it’s nice if they can make a reservation system or at least put some benches outside so clients can comfortably wait their tables. Interesting cuisine and definitely going back!

Kurt L.

Google

We recently had our office gathering at 21 Grams – Balkan Bistro, and it was such a lovely experience! The cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and warm hospitality made everything perfect. A special thanks to Sunil for promptly confirming our reservation and ensuring everything was well arranged ahead of time. We’d also like to extend our appreciation to Hareesh for his kind assistance on the day of our visit — he was very accommodating and helpful throughout. Thank you, 21 Grams team, for the wonderful service and great food! We’ll definitely be back again soon.

Nemanja B.

Google

21grams Balkan Bistro offers a fantastic atmosphere that feels warm welcoming and authentic from the moment you walk in. The service is truly top level attentive professional and genuinely friendly making the whole experience even more enjoyable. The food delivers real Serbian flavors rich well balanced and beautifully presented. Every dish tastes like home but with a refined touch. This place truly deserves Michelin stars for its quality creativity and dedication to Balkan cuisine