Food House Mostar

Food House Mostar is a Herzegovinian restaurant at Kujundžiluk 10 in the Old Town of Mostar, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, on the cobbled street of craft shops that leads to the Stari Most bridge. It is classed as mid-range and advertises home cooking, so the food is centred on dishes that a local household would serve rather than on modern or experimental plates. Two dishes are named in the listing: Mostar-style stuffed vegetables at about BAM 18, and ćevapi at about BAM 11. The stuffed vegetables, usually peppers, tomatoes and onions filled with seasoned minced meat and rice, are typical of Ottoman-influenced cooking in Herzegovina, and the ćevapi offer a cheaper and quicker alternative. The menu in this style typically also includes grilled meats, soups, pies and sweets such as baklava, and portions are generous. Prices are in the middle range for Mostar, with main courses cheaper than at the neighbouring view restaurants. The dining room is informal and welcoming, with simple tables and relaxed service; the atmosphere is friendly and moderately busy, with a mix of tourists and some local diners. Noise levels depend on the number of groups. There is no dress code. Drinks include Bosnian coffee, soft drinks, beer and regional wines, where Žilavka and Blatina are the traditional grape varieties of Herzegovina. Reservations are not needed in most seasons, though groups may want to call ahead at peak times in summer. The restaurant is open daily from about 09:00 to 23:00, which allows for a late breakfast, lunch or dinner. Its position near the bridge makes it convenient for a meal during a day trip to the city from the coast or from Sarajevo, and it suits travellers who want traditional food without a high bill.