Kafana Mrak
Long-established grill tavern on the outskirts of Niš, opened in 1991 and rated 12/20 by Gault&Millau. Lamb pljeskavica and sausages earn glowing reviews.
Located on the edge of central Niš along 12 Decembra Boulevard, operating since 1991, this is one of the city's best-known grill destinations. Gault&Millau rated it 12/20 in 2026. The signature dishes are ćevapi (small grilled minced meat sticks) and pljeskavica (grilled meat patty), and reviewers especially recommend the lamb version. Other highlights include pork tenderloin rolled with Sjenica cheese, house-made sausages, and the oversized 'Mrak pljeskavica', big enough to share among six. Starters include urnebes (a spicy cheese spread), spicy carrot salad and aspic. Service is quick and the atmosphere lively. The cellar holds over 200 wines and a selection of rakija. It is about 3 km from the city center, so a taxi is recommended, and weekends call for advance booking.
Opening hours
Daily from midday until late; call 018 581234 to confirm hours
Nearby sights
- Red Cross Concentration Camp
- Niš Fortress
- King Milan Square
- National Museum Niš – Archaeological Hall
- Kazandžijsko Sokače
- Bubanj Memorial Park
- Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, Niš
- Skull Tower