Food was good. I rate is 4 because portion was quite small. If I did not order additional salad, I would be still hungry after eating my portion of meatballs. Personally I prefer to pay a bit more but to make sure that portion is enough to make me full and happy. And I am not saying about meat but garnish (more fries or salad would be nice to have). Climate - nice but would be nicer with balkaneese music (there was kind of neutral music in the background). General rate I decrease to 3 because I am dissatisfied about how I was treated by stuff. When I entered with my fiance we observed that one part of room was very crowded and another more deserted (but not fully empty). It was my last night in Tirana and I wanted to spend nice and romantic evening with my fiance. I asked staff to sit in the less crowded part of room but I was informed it is not possible because all tables are booked, so we were seated at the table we did not liked. 5 minutes later two another, different couples came to restaurant. I heard as they spoke to waiter that they have no reservation and they were seated at the tables we wanted to sit. I do not understand why staff lied. Answear to restaurant: I kindly recommend you a little humbleness. I believe google opinions should be taken as feedback to keep improving but I have feeling that you perceive it as attack and I find your reply as aggressive. But coming back to the point: 1) I did not have reservation in any restaurant I visited in Albania and only in your restaurant I was not allowed to sit at empty table I wanted. And your staff did not inform me about seating rule you describe. Instead they told me that all tables were reserved. It was lie. 2) I am sorry to say but this is not true that I am the first person complaining about size of portion. I see it mentioned several times when I review google opinion under your profile. 3) I wrote opinion next day after visit at restaurant. It is constructive opinion and I have no idea why you think I am driven by emotions. I think your reply is driven by them - what is visible on the capital letters you use. So far I thought your restaurant was quite nice place with some corrections to be made. My rate was 3, not 1. But I am afraid that with such attitude you demonstrate I changed my mind. I am discouraged to revisit you or recommend to anyone. All is perfect until you hear any criticism. Please respect your clients.
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Ushqimi: 4
Shërbimi: 3
Atmosfera: 4

We’ve been keen to try as much traditional Albanian food as possible on our visit (there is a surprising amount of Italian and Greek food here). Positive reviews led us here, but overall we were disappointed in the meal we ordered. We ordered two appetizers: fried zucchini and fried cheese. The fries cheese was delicious, while the fried zucchini was limp and not particularly tasty. We tried to order a Chef Salad but they didn’t have that so we settled for a Village Salad. We’ve eaten a lot of Greek Salad in Albania in our first month here, and this one was just OK. The vegetables were fresh and tasty, but there was no “pop” to the dressing, there was no feta cheese and the olives were mediocre. We were excited for our main dish. We ordered Village Chicken, a traditional dish we’ve been very keen to try. Unfortunately what arrived at our table was over-cooked. All the white meat pieces were dry and tasteless (save for the spices on the skin). Even the dark meat pieces were quite dry and lacking flavour - and that’s hard to do! The space is very nice, and our server was friendly, but on our visit the food quality was not what we’ve come to expect in Albania. We’ve had many meals for the 3,000L bill that were much better.

The ambiente and the service seemed nice, but unfortunately we couldn't find as many positive things about the food as in the reviews. The portions were really small and the food was served in a very different way than pictured in the menu. The taste was rather plain, so that also didn't make up for it. The bread was dry, but at least inexpensive. We already had a snack before our visit and still left hungry. When the waiter asked us for our opinion we answered honestly and he started arguing about it - saying that the portions are enough for one person, that the food is freshly made on spot and of high quality. We had two dishes for two people (one of them a supposedly main dish) and can not confirm that it is enough for one person. We can not say too much about how fresh the food is - but it was at best luke warm when it arrived to our table and overall it didn't make the best impression. Also I was wondering why he is even asking if he doesn't want to take the criticism. All in all rather disappointing and I wouldn't recommend a visit. We definitely had more tasty, less expensive food in Albania (and Tirana) before.

Restaurant with local food with a very nice ambient. Be prepared that there is a big list of items that you need to preorder from 40min to 2hours. However, they did have Burek available even though it is also a pre-order dish of 40min. Burek was super tasty. The casserole was ok, but you would need either bread or side dish for it ideally, as it has a lot of sause. The waiters are very professional, polite, friendly and speak very good English. They accept card payments. Ambient is nice and reminds of a local village, but it felt like only tourists were in this place, who like us found this place from TripAdvisor.
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2000-2500 Lekë
Ushqimi: 4
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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There are a lot of stairs down this not sure if it is wheelchair accessible

We found this place on Google Maps and we were so lucky. The food is traditional, which is quite common in Albania, but here they really cook it when you order it and they do it delightfully. But that means that it takes a little time, so don't expect to be served as if it were a fast good. Actually, there are several dishes that you gotta preorder calling in advance. Check the menu in my pictures. There is also the phone number. The prices are also very good. Even though it is in a basement, it is very well decorated and is nice. The guy that served us was very nice and he spoke perfect English, which is handy if you are a tourist. I highly recommend it.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

We loved the stairs leading down underground to the restaurant. It felt secretive and hidden! As other said once you get inside it is cozy and comfortable, with a lovely mood. We stopped here after a long day seeing the sights. It is a great place to go after seeing the Square, or if you are hopping off the bus stop in the Square from the Dajti Ekspres like we were. A 5 minute walk. The service was great, and the food was excellent. We were talked through several options on the menu and what they were like. We felt we could make a good decision based on our waiters great English, and careful explaining of many typical Albanian dishes on the menu. Would highly recommend.
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Awesome traditional food restaurant, probably the best one we tried in Tirana. Perfect either for couples or family. The interior decoration is elegant and cozy, and the food is simply delicious and full of flavor. The portions are big enough. The staff was very friendly, warm and attentive. The price was reasonable having into account the freshness of the ingredients and the quality of the final product. Overall, the quality of service was excellent. It was an unbeatable experience. I hope to return one day and try more of their awesome dishes.
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Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Cornbread with Yogurt

Delicious Albanian food. Everything is amazingly taste, would highly recommend if you are looking for some traditional food, as a vegetarian I really enjoyed. Would highly recommend the cheese and peppers and the corn bread with milk. Heaven The atmosphere is pretty and they are very nice and kind. Also accept credit cards!! But you probably have to book a table before and if you wanna some kind of food that takes longer you have to order in advance, otherwise they can’t do it.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Cornbread with Yogurt, Pepper Cottage Cheese

We recently visited and were blown away by the delicious traditional dishes we tried. The beef and cheese plate was savory and full of flavor, and the meatballs were cooked to perfection. The T-Bone steak was also a standout – juicy and cooked exactly how we asked for it. In addition to the great food, the personnel were extremely kind and accommodating. They made sure we had a great dining experience and were happy to answer any questions we had. Overall, we highly recommend for their delicious traditional dishes and excellent service. We will definitely be back to try more items on their menu.
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Friendly staff, but the food was really bad. Answer to the owner: my lamb was so tough that it couldn't be chewed or separated from the bone. The meat my friend ate was overcooked and with too much oil. The fries were also full of oil, and so was the zucchini. We only ate because we were very hungry, otherwise we would have left the food. I'm attaching a picture of my plate when we finished eating, so you can see how much meat is left. We didn't complain because the waiter was really nice, but the food was definitely a disaster.
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Cute little place hidden in an alley. The waiter greeted me (in English) and was very kind and polite, even if I was alone and only ordered rice and chicken (it was a first meal after beeing sick and not being able to eat much). I couldn't finish it and before I even asked, I was offered to get a bag to bring the rest. I wish I could have tested more foods on the menu, but I felt very welcomed and would gladly go back!
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Went in on a weekday evening for dinner. Have been looking for typical Albanian food for a while. Cute little place. Long wait for the food to come! Almost 50min. Really wanted to try the pancakes but they were out of those! All the other food was good. Not the best, not the worst. Tried a beet salad, veggie soup, fried cheese, lamb and ribs ( not in the pix). The dessert was ok also.
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Brown Cheese Croquettes, Cornbread with Yogurt

The food here is delicious. We just arrived to Tirana and wanted to try Albanian food. This spot did not disappoint. The salad was very fresh. Everything was very tasty and we would highly recommend to anyone who visits. Our server was also incredibly nice and gave us good recommendations. We will definitely return in the future to try out more of what they offer. Ambiance was excellent too.
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Village Salad

One of the best places we ate in Albania, above all family, nice atmosphere. We came today quite late, ordered vege dishes plus dessert. the service was incredibly friendly, I want to go back there. The food is delicious, the presentation is a revelation, a very stylish beautiful place. Thank you very much to the waiter, who created a great atmosphere and was cultured.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Just a few steps down an alley then downstairs to this tucked away paradise of Traditional Albanian Food. Great prices too. They speak English well and provide great recommendations. I just went with what the waiter suggested and that was a wise choice as the food and service was excellent.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Cornbread with Yogurt, Tave Kosi

Amazing traditional food in the centre of Tirana. Andy, the owner, is a very friendly gentleman and has created a beautiful restaurant with the best food I've tasted in Albania. Really looking forward going back with friends and family!
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Village Salad, Tave Kosi, Soup of the Day Vegetable Soup

We went there last night and had the table dheu, a beef casserole thickened with cottage cheese. It was very nice and served with homemade bread rolls. We also had a mixed salad. The restaurant is very nice and is very well presented, with chequered red tablecloths. We expected from previous reviews a more cafe style cafe type restaurant, but it is much more upmarket. A very nice atmosphere, do not hesitate to come here for traditional Albanian food at a good price.

We wanted to try some traditional Albanian food and found Shije Fshati. The food was very tasty. We had lamb chops, meatballs and village salad. I would recommend all. What made the experience even better was the amazing and attentive service of our waiter.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Village Salad, Chop

One of the best restaurants of Tirana. Really delicious and authentic Albanian food and friendly English-speaking staff. We felt very welcome. When seeing the entrance, we never expected such a hidden treasure 10 Meters under the ground.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
Ushqimet vegjetariane
Good variety of veggie food

The restaurant is located underground, but is well-lit, clean and pleasant to be in. The food was indeed fantastic! I had casserole (500 ALL), soup of the day (300 ALL) and byrek with tomatoes (forgot the price). Each of these dishes was excellent! My friend had minced meat köfte and these were not the best I would say, a bit too dry. Overall, we enjoyed it a lot and would come back.
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Very nice tasty traditional food. The waiter is very polite and qiuk responding. Village salad is a must try starter. I would recommend it.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Village Salad
Ushqimet vegjetariane
There are vegetarian options.

Really enjoyed my meal, great food and the staff were super friendly and attentive. Lots of options on the menu and reasonable prices. It was my second time there and will go again next time I'm in Tirana
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Korca Beer

Everything was amazing. They make everything fresh so some dishes need a preorder because they need more time to cook but you can SEE it in the menu. The staff very friendly and made us feel like home. The traditional food was very delicious. We recommend it !!!
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1000-1500 Lekë
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

The place was great as the same way the hospitality from the staff. I little disappointed with the Yogurt sauce (or maybe I was expecting a different taste) I loved the chips, were so delicious. They accept card btw, a good point for Albania.
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Village Salad

The best restaurant we tried in Tirana! Surely recommend! Food was just perfect! the Ingredients were super fresh and the dishes tasted authentic. We were welcomed so warmly as soon as we entered the restaurant and we instantly felt at home. Really nice people who love their job. Five stars on everything!
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Authentic taste of the food and ambience also gives a truly Albanian feel. The service staff is friendly and has great suggestions on what to order. The meatballs especially was outstanding.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Pepper Cottage Cheese

Lovely traditional food. Good prices and lovely staff. We forgot our wallet and they offered us to come back later and pay. Some dishes take long to prepare so you have to order them ahead
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 4

The waiter was super attentive, advised us on the food and served us very well. The best service we got in Tirana! The environment was calm and pleasant with low music. The food was very good and well presented.
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Absolutely delicious and authentic Albanian food served warmly in a cute location. We were lucky to find a spot here on a Friday night and definitely were not disappointed! The service was fast and the food fabulous!
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

I was around the area and stumbled upon this restaurant. The ambiance is nice. The menu looks interesting. I wanted quail but wasn't in season. We had Qofte (meatballs) & it was delicious. My friend really liked the ambiance and the food of this place. The waitor is friendly. Service was really attentive.

Food is so delicious and the service was great. This was our first meal in Tirana and we highly recommend if you are looking for a traditional Albanian meal, with a homey feeling (and not overrun with tourists. Yet!)
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Great service, delicious, fresh food and very lovely staff and owner!
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Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5
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Zucchini Croquettes

Service was outstanding, food was delicious and it’s all quite reasonably priced. Dishes are all quite typical Albanian and really liked the amount of salad options here. Would definitely recommend if you are in the area. Also the dark Tirana beer goes down a treat.

The food was very basic, I was expecting something more interesting. the restaurant is situated underground (has air conditioning though), so not really cute. Prices average. Not the best Albanian experience
Ushqimi: 2
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 3

Just left this restaurant and it has seriously been the best restaurant experience in Tirana. The waiter was very friendly and always smiling, prices was very accessible and the quality of the food was incredible (soup was extraordinary - … Të tjera

Me and my partner came here twice during our stay in Tirana. Everything was amazing from start to finish. Andi, the waiter, spoke fantastic English. He was super friendly, knowledgeable and a delight to talk to. Alina, the chef certainly … Të tjera

We arrive at 20.00 with a reservation and sit down immediately. We order a steak, a salad and a tave dheu (dish cooked in the oven), all three simple and fast-to-cook dishes. We get the salad and the tave dheu after one hour of wait, and … Të tjera

We came to a restaurant two days apart, we ate beef ribs and seasonal salad when we first came, and it was very good. On our second visit, we preferred Tave Kosi and spinach salad, which we ordered with a reservation at least 2 hours in … Të tjera

During our stay in Tirana, we spontaneously decided to visit "Shije Fshati" and were not disappointed. The restaurant shines with excellent traditional cuisine and very good service. It is cooked fresh, which can lead to longer waiting … Të tjera

Best food we had in Tirana! Vibey location, tasty food, good value for money. And the friendliest service on top! Would always come back here and recommend this place for everyone visiting Tirana. Highlight was the Zucchini fried in beer batter.

Very delicious authentic Albanian food. Everything was delicious. We got the vegetable soup of the day, a fish with peppers and ricotta cheese, and some qofte with fries and yogurt. Yum! Will definitely go back and try other items on the menu

Food was good and the waiter spoke english fluently. Some meals take 40 minutes or 2 hours to make so you can either wait or order before arriving there. Prices are in line with other places and are affordable. … Të tjera

Great service with great traditional Albanian food! The restaurant is underground but it has been decorated well, they even have fake well-lit windows! We ordered a bunch of items from the menu, all were good! Të tjera

Super friendly owner, helpful and funny, speaking Albanian, Greek, Italian and English. Food is top quality at a very very reasonable price; selection is wide.
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 4

I ate there with 3 of my friends on Monday. I shared a portion of cheese with one of them, and we both ended up at the hospital a few hours later for food poisoning. We had to spend the night there. … Të tjera

Traditional Albanian food. The service is good and waiter was really nice. The only place I went to and they serve beetrrot salad which was amazing
Ushqimi: 5
Shërbimi: 5
Atmosfera: 5

Tried this restaurant due to a high rating in google, but was disappointed. It is overrated, as to my opinion. We ordered soup, burek and salad. Soup was of an average taste and burek wasn’t … Të tjera

I had a disappointing experience at the restaurant. The food was dry, the atmosphere lacked vibrancy, and the waiter seemed quite grumpy throughout. Overall, not a pleasant dining experience. Të tjera

Lovely little place in the cellar. We had some simple yet filling salads. Not expensive, service was apt and nice.

Good prices, excellent service. The food was good.
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