Mëndra Traditional Albanian Cuisine Sarandë

Mëndra, on Ismail Qemali in Sarandë, has built a social-media following on its byrek and, above all, a mussel-stuffed pie diners describe as arriving with more than two dozen mussels tucked inside — order that alongside the "Pula" sharing plate and the meal turns into an event. Success has a cost: the dining room is small, and reviewers who've caught it at peak hours mention real waits despite staff, Lori and Anel among them, working hard to keep pace. A vegan version of the pie exists too, though a dairy-based sauce trips up strict diners. 328 reviews back a 4.8 average.

Address

Ismail Qemali, Saranda 9701

Phone

+355 68 469 4595

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