Mrizi i Zanave Tirane

I honestly had such a great experience at Mrizi i Zanave in Tirana. From the moment we walked in, everything just felt relaxed and welcoming, like you’re being hosted rather than just served. The food was incredible fresh, full of flavor, and clearly made with a lot of care. Every dish felt authentic and thoughtfully prepared, and you can really tell they focus on quality ingredients. It’s the kind of meal where you keep talking about how good everything tastes between bites. What really made the night stand out, though, was the service. The staff were genuinely kind, attentive without being overwhelming, and happy to explain the dishes or make recommendations. You could feel that they take pride in what they do, and it made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you’re in Tirana and want somewhere that combines amazing food with warm hospitality, this place is absolutely worth visiting. Definitely one of those meals you remember long after it’s over , I can’t wait to go back.

Found this nice restaurant based on google reviews. Try traditional Albanian appetiser, we like the kosovo sausages best. Also took the grilled meat combo for 2 persons, a lot of meat, very juicy and tasty, despite the chicken fillet a bit dry. Happy to choose this restaurant and have the first traditional meal in Albanian ❤️

An amazing place to try food and traditional flavours! Services were super helpful and spoke English. They also made jokes and offered us Rakia. If plan to come it is recommended to make reservation beforehand. Highly suggested 😃

We were recommended this place, and it did not disappoint. The food was outstanding and the service truly exceptional. The staff took the time to explain each dish and the story behind it, and they also offered us a tasting of different types of local raki. It’s a must-visit if you’re in Tirana.

While searching online for the best places to try authentic Albanian cuisine, I came across “Mrizi i Zanave.” We decided to give it a chance, and even though it’s located right in the city center, the moment we stepped inside, we instantly felt we were somewhere truly special. The atmosphere was warm, peaceful, and beautifully designed with traditional and historical touches. To start, we ordered the restaurant’s signature salad, the mixed traditional plate, and their special homemade sausage, paired with their house wine. Everything was incredibly delicious. The traditional plate allowed us to taste a variety of local pastries and their own cheeses, each one better than the last. Then we ordered the “Brijne viçi” beef dish, which Endri presented with a wonderful and elegant service. Since we are Turkish and love rakı, we talked about it with Endri. He kindly explained how Albanian rakija is different from our rakı, how it’s produced — and he even offered us rakija to taste. It was such a warm, generous gesture, and a great cultural exchange. If I ever return to Tirana, Mrizi i Zanave will absolutely be one of the first places I visit again. Thank you to Mrizi i Zanave for this unforgettable experience, and a special thank you to Endri, who treated us with genuine hospitality and represented his culture so beautifully.

Hands down my best restaurant experience in Albania. The food was absolutely delicious, we especially loved the traditional meatballs. The other Albanian classics (Tave Dheu especially) hit the spot as well. The service from Endri was excellent as well - he was attentive, charming, and greatly elevated our experience. We could not believe the restaurant wasn’t fully packed, because it really deserved to be. Simply an evening well spent.

Came here to say with some friends due to a local recommendation. The server was extremely friendly and gave us a complete walk-through of the menu. We ended up getting the traditional appetizer that was recommended with bread. I could not remember what the name was and then we got the meat platter for two people. For two people it ended up being about $26. My friend got the chicken fillet and the eggplant. The best part about this experience was the server he showed us the traditional drink Raki. I would definitely come back here if you’re looking for a place that has traditional Albanian food, this is the spot.

​We are from Barcelona, and as you well know, the food there is excellent. We've been here in Tirana for 3 days and have tried many places and different cuisines... We are demanding when it comes to food quality, and all the spots we've visited have been very good... but this one is the best! Everything is spectacular! Thank you very much.