New Belgrade doesn't have a tourist "restaurant high street" like the old town, but for that very reason it hides places locals love — from a riverside view to fast food that never closes. As hosts who live here and welcome guests, here's where we actually eat and what we recommend.

In short: In New Belgrade you eat best by occasion: for a view and sunset — Java Lounge Bar; for a traditional, home-cooked meal — The Pijaca 2 or Kod Deda Stavre; and when you get hungry in the small hours — the "street of the hungry" (Goce Delčeva), where Šiš ćevap and Boom pancake shop are open 24 hours. It's all in New Belgrade, close by and more affordable than the centre.

For a view and sunset: Java Lounge Bar

Java Lounge Bar (Vajara Živojina Lukića 60) is our spot for a relaxed evening — a nice view, fair prices, excellent service and great food. We personally recommend the chicken parmigiana with a draught beer at sunset. We'd go there for a quiet lunch and for a beer after work alike.

For a traditional, home-cooked meal

  • The Pijaca 2 (Vajara Živojina Lukića 62) — right next to Java, Serbian/traditional cuisine; handy when you're in the mood for a home-style meal.
  • Kod Deda Stavre — home cooking in a modern form, close to the apartment; a classic for good grilled meat and traditional dishes.

When you get hungry in the small hours: the "street of the hungry"

Goce Delčeva in New Belgrade is known as the "street of the hungry" — a row of fast-food spots on one stretch. Our favourites: Šiš ćevap (no. 27), open 24 hours, and right next to it Boom pancake shop for a sweet ending. Ideal after a night out or before an early road trip.

And a bit more

Alongside these, New Belgrade also offers river bars (summer terraces and clubs with food) and large shopping malls (Ušće and others), where you get several restaurants in one place — handy in bad weather or when you can't agree on a cuisine.

Practical tips

  • Book at weekends for the more popular places — they tend to fill up.
  • Proximity is an asset: if you stay in New Belgrade, most of this is minutes away — more about the area in our guide New Belgrade for visitors.
  • For a special dinner (an anniversary, a romantic evening), see the suggestions in a romantic weekend in Belgrade.

Conclusion

New Belgrade doesn't show off its restaurants, but whoever knows where to go eats very well, close by and without tourist prices. These are the places we actually go to.

Planning a stay in the area? See BORDO 1 — stay in the calm of New Belgrade, with all of this within easy reach.

Frequently asked questions

Where to eat well in New Belgrade?

For a view and sunset — Java Lounge Bar; for home cooking — The Pijaca 2 and Kod Deda Stavre; for a quick meal at any hour — the "street of the hungry" (Goce Delčeva) with Šiš ćevap and Boom pancake shop.

Are there places open 24 hours in New Belgrade?

Yes — on the "street of the hungry" (Goce Delčeva), Šiš ćevap and Boom pancake shop are open non-stop, so you can eat even in the small hours.

Where to eat with a view in New Belgrade?

Java Lounge Bar (Vajara Živojina Lukića 60) — lovely for sunset; we personally recommend the chicken parmigiana with a draught beer.

Is it cheaper to eat in New Belgrade than in the centre?

Mostly yes — outside the tourist core prices are more affordable, and the choice is wide: from home cooking to fast food.