Otium

With its lace window-curtains and tubs of flowering plants, Otium might look like a simple French bistrot and indeed, the food leans heavily on Gallic cuisine. But a meal here reveals a refined operation, as attentive waiters talk you through the daily menu of artfully executed seasonal dishes, typically including seafood options and some fabulous starters.

There's also one of the best wine cellars in Tirana, with a wide selection of French, Italian and some good Albanian bottles. Because the number of tables is limited, it's wise to book ahead.

Otium, a long-time favorite, churns out plate after plate of delectable-looking food in a posh but casual environment, with a daily menu of dishes put together from fresh ingredients purchased by the chef each morning. The latest news here is the introduction of their excellent burgers, prepared from quality beef and certainly qualifying as a fine dining burger experience. Featuring massive salads and a lot of well-prepared meat, the latest news here is the introduction of their excellent burgers, prepared from quality beef and certainly qualifying as a fine dining burger experience.

Rate: 4.4/5.0; 115 reviews (Source: Google.com)

Address: Rr Brigada e VIII