For seafood in Burgas head to the Bridge and Bogoridi Street for fried tsatsa and the daily Black Sea catch; for traditional food eat at an Old Town mehana; for coffee, Alexandrovska Street.
Seafood worth queuing for
- Tsatsa — crisp fried sprat, the Burgas classic near the Bridge.
- Daily Black Sea catch — ask what came in that morning.
- Mussels and mezze — best along the Central Beach strip.
Mehanas and traditional cooking
The mehanas in the Old Town around Bogoridi serve grilled meat, homemade pickles and rakia. Prices sit well below the seafront terraces and portions are larger.
Coffee and breakfast
- Specialty coffee roasters along Alexandrovska Street for a proper morning espresso.
- Banitsa and boza from the Bogoridi bakeries — the cheapest breakfast in the centre.
When to go
- 08:00
- coffee and banitsa in the centre
- 14:00
- light lunch near the beach
- 19:30
- fresh catch around Bogoridi
Seafood, cafes and mehanas picked around the bay.
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Frequently asked questions
What food is Burgas known for?
Burgas is known for fried tsatsa, the daily Black Sea catch, mussels, and grilled traditional dishes served in Old Town mehanas.
Where can I find fresh fish in Burgas?
Restaurants around the Bridge, the Sea Garden and Bogoridi Street serve the daily catch — ask what was landed that morning.
Is eating out in Burgas expensive?
Old Town mehanas and Bogoridi bakeries are considerably cheaper than the seafront terraces, where you pay for the view.