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Laboratorium – Multifunctional creative center
"Badu Bar" is easily one of the best places in West Skopje. They have awesome hip hop parties and DJ sets here & the view through the windows is amazing...
By
Gordana
Manasijeska
Fat Kitchen Bistro – Gourmet delicacies!
"Fat Kitchen Bistro" in Skopje has become a favorite of customers of all ages! You just have to try their burgers & gourmet delicacies...
By
Gordana
Manasijeska
Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel – No pain no gain
"Fitness & Spa PARK - Hotel" in Skopje is my ideal place to burn some calories or put on some muscles!
By
Boban
Talevski
Restaurant Harmonija – Vegan and rich
"Restaurant Harmonija" in Skopje is a healthy vegetarian fast food shop, the best of its kind. I always have lots of trouble when it comes to ordering...
By
Gordana
Manasijeska
Bitpazar – All that marketplace jazz
"Bitpazar" in Skopje offers the ultimate local experience: the marketplace. This place has it all: from wigs, to sunglasses, to baklava pans...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Cafe 9 – Simplicity is relaxing
"Cafe 9" is a cafe in Skopje with a tradition going back many years. What I love about it is that it's great for going alone, going with friends or...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Corner Bar&Kitchen – All day, every day!
"Corner Bar&Kitchen" in Skopje is an amazingly charming and hospitable snack cafe/bar. I like their coffee and that they welcome everyone, even pets!
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Pole People Skopje – Pole fitness studio
"Pole People Skopje" is the place to go to realise that your moves can be music video-like. I always feel invigorated and wanting to come back for more...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Pizzeria 511 – Pizzas of the Skopje variety
"Pizzeria 511" in Skopje serves pizza like we have it around here, with specific character. I have many childhood memories from this place...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Peking Garden – So good, you want privacy with it
"Peking Garden" Skopje is on a small terrace with an inviting air of calmness. Everything I order at this Chinese restaurant looks so good, Instagram...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Kapan An – Step into the 15th century
"Kapan An" has existed since the 15th century, serving Skopje guests, traders and caravans. Today it's a cultural monument but also a restaurant & club...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
Bushi – Wine and dine above the Old Bazaar
"Bushi" above Skopje's Old Bazaar is superb for several reasons: the staff is fantastic, the food magnificent... This restaurant and its views have me...
By
Jana
Sokolovska
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