Šljivovica
in Belgrade
Serbia's famed plum rakija is a strong, fruit-forward spirit served as a welcome, aperitif, or after-dinner pour. Try it slowly alongside meze in a kafana rather than treating it like a quick shot.
Did you know?
Serbia's national tourism organization specifically recommends trying šljivovica, whether as a drink or alongside plum preserves.
Where to Find It
2 places to try Šljivovica in Belgrade
Restoran Kolo
$$$$Belgrade Waterfront
An upscale Serbian restaurant with a menu that neatly covers sarma, gibanica, baked beans, ajvar, local dairy, and grill platters in one stop.
Restoran Mihailo
$$$$Stari Grad
A central Belgrade pick with broad traditional coverage, including Karađorđeva šnicla, meze built around ajvar and kajmak, and staples like prebranac and čvarci.
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