Skopski Merak
Скопски Мерак
Established in 1991 in Debar Maalo, this traditional restaurant is famous for its slow-roasted ribs and wood-fired pastrmajlija.
Starting in 1991 in an old house in Debar Maalo with just 5 tables, the restaurant moved to its current location at 51 Debarca Street in 2012. The signature dishes are the 8-hour slow-roasted pork ribs and pastrmajlija baked in a wood-fired oven, alongside tavče gravče, turli tava, and various grilled meats, with English menus available. Traditional live music is often featured in the evenings, and booking in advance is recommended for evenings and weekends. Average spending is about 520-1,300 MKD. It is located about 1 km from Macedonia Square and can be reached on foot.
Opening hours
Monday to Thursday around 08:00/09:00-00:00, Friday and Saturday until 01:00, Sunday 12:00-00:00 (opening times vary slightly by source)
Nearby sights
- Debar Maalo
- Cathedral of St. Clement of Ohrid
- Macedonia Square
- Memorial House of Mother Teresa
- Skopje Fortress (Kale)
- Museum of Contemporary Art, Skopje
- Museum of the Macedonian Struggle
- Stone Bridge