Dasha
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Exceptional!
We discovered Salt by chance, and were blown away by the quality of the food and service alike. On par with most 1-star restaurants we’ve visited across Europe — the best we’ve tried in Tirana so far, without a doubt.
The dishes we’ve sampled: sea-salt edamame, goat-cheese with caramelized onion, beef tartare, pine-nut broccoli, spicy tenderloin, grilled seabass with carrots and asparagus, and the ribeye. Everything was beyond delicious; a variety of cocktails and spirits were also thoroughly enjoyed!
For me, if an ingredient I dislike (looking at you, goat cheese) is prepared in such a way that I could eat it all day…the restaurant is a winner.
Service was perfect: attentive but non-intrusive, all executed to high standard. Staff were incredibly hospitable and pleasant.
The venue itself matches the quality of all described above. Beautifully designed, calm ambiance, and spotless kitchens (there are two, both on display for diners). The outside area was also lovely, with a touch of Japanese flair. Personally, I’ve really loved the aesthetic of the tableware as well; each plate perfectly complemented the dishes. So pretty!
Compared to other restaurants in Tirana, the prices are quite high. BUT you’re paying about $35–$50 per person for a Michelin-level experience — a bargain.
All in all: impeccable attention to detail, beautiful presentation and venue, and flavors that we’ll be reminiscing about. The only thing I regret is not saving room for dessert!
We’ll be recommending Salt to any and all, and returning ourselves many a time.