Tima-Irma

Tima-Irma is a small restaurant at Ćurčiluk 7 in the Baščaršija quarter of Sarajevo, Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina, serving home-style Bosnian food at low prices. It is categorised as mid-range by style but carries a budget price tier, and it is popular with visitors who want a meal of traditional dishes rather than the ćevapi that dominate the surrounding streets. The kitchen offers dishes of the Bosnian household table, with the emphasis on stuffed and rolled preparations that came into the cuisine during Ottoman rule. Two items are listed as signatures: sarma, cabbage or vine leaves rolled around spiced minced meat and rice, at about BAM 12, and dolma, stuffed peppers or similar vegetables, at about BAM 13. These are generally accompanied by bread, yogurt or a sauce and are served as a main course. Other dishes of this type typically include soups, stews, pies and grilled meat, and meat-free options are limited. The dining room is simple and informal, with plain tables and the unfussy service common to family-run houses in the old town. Noise is moderate and the pace relaxed. There is no formal dress code, and diners can come straight from sightseeing. Drinks include soft drinks, juices, yogurt, Bosnian coffee, beer and a small selection of wine. Reservations are not needed, and the venue is open daily from about 09:00 to 22:00. The restaurant is a sensible choice for a sit-down lunch when the main bazaar grills are busy, and its prices make it one of the better-value places for a full plate of traditional food in central Sarajevo. Visitors who want to try several local dishes can share a sarma and a dolma between two people.