Burek and bakery guide: what to order for breakfast in Serbia
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The short answerBreakfast in Serbia often means burek, a flaky pastry filled with cheese, meat or spinach, with a glass of plain yoghurt. Look for a busy bakery, point at what you want and eat it hot. Vegetarians can ask for the cheese or spinach versions.
In this guide
A bakery breakfast is one of the cheapest and best things you can do in Serbia.
1Find a busy bakery
Queues usually mean fresh pastry. Go in the morning when it is hottest from the oven.
2Choose a filling
- Cheese (sirnica)
- Meat (mesni)
- Spinach or potato
3Add yoghurt
Plain yoghurt in a glass is the classic partner for burek.
4Check halal and vegetarian options
Meat versions may not be halal. See halal food in Serbia and the Serbian food guide.
Details change. Check opening times, prices and official advice before you go.
This guide is part of our complete Serbia travel guide for UK visitors. See all food & drink guides.
Frequently asked questions
What is burek?
A flaky pastry filled with cheese, meat or spinach, a popular Serbian breakfast.
What do you drink with burek?
Plain yoghurt in a glass is the traditional choice.
