Bujtina e Gjelit Tirana

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Gentiana from Tirana

"Bujtina e Gjelit in Tirana offers a serene dining experience with traditional Albanian flair and exceptional cuisine in a picturesque setting."

Nestled in one of Tirana's busiest neighborhoods, Bujtina e Gjelit, or the Guesthouse of the Rooster, holds a special spot among Tirana's most picturesque venues, thanks to its charming veranda overlooking a lush green pool and surrounded by green vegetation. It's a serene setting that becomes even better when the roasted oven potatoes arrive at your table.

Many locals do not know this restaurant, and few foreigners know where it is. It has a unique charm. Despite its exterior resembling an old house with red bricks, stepping inside unveils a treasure trove of traditional Albanian artefacts reminiscent of an era long past.

It's refreshing to be immersed in traditional values rather than the fancy trends sought by many. At Bujtina e Gjelit, the cuisine is exceptional, and the attentive staff gladly assists in selecting dishes that suit your palate, enhancing the overall dining experience.

Do not hesitate to wander around and take as many pictures as you want because the place is truly magical. And if you are feeling fancy, there is a hotel on the second floor of the building.

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They say you can tell a lot about a person by the things they keep close. For me, it’s my pen, my paper, and my passport. There’s something about the world – its beauty, its chaos – that compels me to capture it, whether through poetry, fleeting thoughts, or snapshots of moments that demand to be remembered. I find comfort in the act of writing, always carrying my journal, always searching for the next adventure to ink into existence. When paper isn’t at hand, well, there's always my phone, eagerly awaiting my next line, my next idea. A new place, a new food, a new perspective – it’s all fodde...

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