Park Princeva

Park Princeva is a modern European restaurant at Iza Hrida 7 in Sarajevo, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, set on the hillside above the old town and known mainly for its terrace views over the city. It is classed as fine dining and is among the pricier options in Sarajevo, though still moderate by western European standards. The kitchen draws on Mediterranean and Central European technique rather than strictly local cooking, with a menu of grilled meats, fish and seasonal side dishes. Two dishes stand out in the listing: slow-roasted lamb at about BAM 42 and grilled sea bass at about BAM 50. These are main courses aimed at a celebratory dinner rather than a quick meal. The dining room and terrace are quiet and comfortable, with an atmosphere better suited to conversation than to loud groups, and the setting is a draw for sunset dinners and special occasions. Dress is smart-casual and there is no formal requirement. A selection of regional and international wines is typically on offer, along with cocktails, beer and Bosnian coffee, and diners with an interest in Balkan wine often look for bottles from Herzegovina, where the Žilavka and Blatina grapes are grown. Reservations are recommended, particularly for terrace tables on warm evenings and at weekends, and booking a day or two ahead is a sensible precaution in the summer season. The restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday from about 12:00 to 23:00 and closes on Mondays. Its hillside position means a short climb or taxi ride from the Baščaršija bazaar area, and the view across the minarets and red roofs of Sarajevo is the main reason visitors choose it over other mid-priced dining rooms in the centre.