Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I have to make a reservation for the Food Tour or book in advance?

Highly recommended! , reservations are not required for SAT and SUN, but a good idea in order to make sure you have a spot on the tour. Just show up at the meeting point 10-15 minutes before 2 pm.
The maximum tour size is 30 people. – First come, first serve! 

During the weekdays you will need a reservation in order to participate. Reservations need to be made one day prior. Please make sure you received a confirmation from us.

  •   What do I get on the Food Tour?

You get a free guided tour around some of the trendy restaurants in Sofia as well each participant will receive free samples of many of the local and popular dishes. It is not a substitute for a full lunch though.

  • How many places will we visit?

We will visit four different places. They might vary from day to day depending on the circumstances.

  • We are a bigger group (more than 5 people) that wants to join the Food Tour. Do we have to notify you in advance?

It would be very nice if you did in order to ensure a nice experience for everyone.
Just give us a call at +359 87 761 3992, or send us an e-mail to info@balkanbites.bg.

  • I am a vegetarian. Will I still enjoy myself?

Of course. This Food tour is meant to give everyone a glimpse into the Bulgarian cuisine which caters to both traditional and vegetarian diets.

  • We are traveling with small children; Will this be something they will enjoy? 

Probably Not. The tour is designed for adults. We will be walking from stop to stop as well as explaining some of the historical significance of the food which might not be entertaining enough for kids.

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