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Non-veg
Serves meat, vegan options available. Bar & restaurant serving clearly marked vegan dishes. Vegan offer includes avocado toast, pancakes, shakshuka, salads, tacos, and flatbreads. Has plant milks for coffee. Hosts events such as live music, karaoke night, trivia night, and meditations. Offers luggage storage. Open Mon-Fri 7:00am-11:00pm, Sat-Sun 8:00am-11:00pm.
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Last update on 04 Aug 2024 by mariona.pages
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Added by allysonvegan on 11 Jul 2024
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28 Reviews
First Review by allysonvegan
tigan
Points +338
Not satisfied - Edit
I ordered a salad with avocado. There were not much avocado on my salad and it was quite hard. The salad itself was okay.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-07-08
Guest
jennatthedisco
Points +190
Best vegan pancakes 🥞 - Edit
Ate here a few times when I was in Tirana. Love the atmosphere and they have quite a few vegan options. The vegan pancakes for breakfast are amazing and filling for the rest of the day. 😍🤤
Read morePros: Best vegan pancakes, Vegan options
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kama1200
Points +843
Several vegan option - Edit
Serval vegan options (or can be made vegan) clearly marked on the menu. I've had vegan pancakes which were very fluffy ☺️ decent potion size, staff is kind and speaks English, cards accepted
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ScottPage
Points +64
Vegan pancakes - Edit
Food was very well presented and the vegan pancakes I ate were fluffy and light served with fruit and some type of syrup.
Read moreThey made me a soy milk cappuccino, which was very enjoyable. Service was very attentive.
Updated from previous review on 2026-06-10
Pros: Vegan pancakes, Soy milk cappuccino
Cons: Pricy for this area
Guest
skrier
Points +126
Great Food, Great People, Great Atmosphere - Edit
We found Bitter through HappyCow on our first night in Tirana, and it was the perfect start to our trip. My wife is vegan, and our group included both vegans and non-vegans. Everyone found something they enjoyed. The vegan options were clearly marked, and the flatbreads, burgers, and fries were excellent.
Read moreThe owners have created a warm, welcoming atmosphere, and the staff were friendly and attentive throughout our visit.
I’d give it 5 stars, though I know HappyCow reserves that rating for fully vegan restaurants. If you’re looking for a place that does a great job accommodating both vegans and non-vegans, Bitter is well worth a visit.
Updated from previous review on 2026-06-03
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nemotica
Points +91
Amazing breakfast - Edit
Vegan pancakes and vegan avocado tost were great. Soy milk was also available for coffee. The service was slow for the food but the staffs were very friendly. We loved it.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2026-05-30
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mussemoderen
Points +200
Nice breakfast - Edit
A great place for breakfast!
Read moreThe staff is very nice as well.
Updated from previous review on 2026-05-27
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JenniNuss
Points +61
Vegane Optionen vorhanden - Edit
Sauber, gemütlich, nettes Personal, viele vegetarische Optionen und einige vegane Optionen. Schmeckte alles sehr lecker. Wir waren mehrmals dort!
Read morePros: Personal, Vegane Auswahl
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akansy
Points +72
Great Breakfast spot - Edit
Not many vegan options, but we tried all three Breakfast choices. Very good food, coffee also available with soy milk. Nice atmosphere and friendly waiters
Read morePros: Very delicious, Friendly
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BettySlutsky
Points +1301
Yes to this place, but beware the honey - Edit
Vibes on point, lovely staff, separate veg menu is YES. The food was basically exactly what I wanted, but my fruit plate had a little ramekin in the middle which turned out to full of honey. I told them I was vegan beforehand. I did not bring it to their attention afterwards because I don’t wanna be like that.
Read moreI can’t decide if this is a dig or not, but some of the fruit on the platter was right out the freezer. Very practical, climate-forward, waste reduction, but less freshness and less enjoyable texture 🫐🤷🏼♀️🫐
Pros: Staff, Vibes, Separate veg menu
Cons: Honey usage after declaration of veganism
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nati_rei
Points +310
sehr gutes Essen - Edit
viele vegane Optionen, sehr gutes Essen, freundlicher Service, nettes Ambiente
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MikeBosman
Points +71
Good service - Edit
The waiter was super nice, very friendly. Food was tasty.
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TheRealVegan
Points +130
Delicious and great menu - Edit
There are a lot of choices, even a whole vegan menu. From breakfast to dinner. The avocadotoast was amazing. For the vegetarians among us, there were also a lot of vegetarian options.
Read morePros: Lot of choice, Friendly staff, Good atmosphere
Cons: A bit pricy for Albania but cheaper then EU prices
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Shelbystorey
Points +455
Great vibes! - Edit
This American/Albanian bistro bar is so lovely, and provides excellent food and service. One day we went for brunch and returned for dinner we were so impressed!
Read moreThe vegan tacos are excellent, as are the vegan pancakes. I highly recommend this place.
Pros: Great variety of food, Chilled vibes, Activities/events
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AbbieMacDonald
Points +46
Lovely spot - Edit
We came here a couple times during our stay, initially for a spot of lunch. The vegan shakshuka and flatbread was delish, the owner Kelly even came over to introduce himself. We then went back for the Trivia night on every Friday which was great fun and great way to meet other people. We were handed vouchers for free chicken wings but when Kelly realised we were vegan (and we were headed home the next day) he very kindly invited us back in the morning for a vegan breakfast and took care of our bill for our Avocado toast. I was worried the avocado toast was gonna be really plain but it wasn’t, lots of rocket and balsamic glaze. Delish, really good prices, lovely staff and great atmosphere. Seriously, even the hummus and pita starter was great (so simple yet effective)
Read morePros: Food, Atmosphere , Trivia night
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Here.To.Travel_Jade
Points +12929
Great for brunch - Edit
Had some great vegan pancakes, shakshuka and iced lattes (either soya or oat). Had to sit inside as the covered outside area was full of smokers, although the inside was nice. Delicious food, attentive staff, good service.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2025-06-26
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HanLor
Points +538
Good brunch spot - Edit
Casual restaurant serving brunch until late into the day. Vegan options include pancakes, avocado toast and others (ask the staff or listen on the online menu)
Read morePros: Filling breakfast , Very well priced
Cons: Coffee could have been better
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EthanBakerTravels
Points +1355
Exceptionally friendly owner - Edit
Vegan pancakes were good, specify maple syrup as even the vegan ones can come with honey I saw on Google reviews
Read moreOwner was handing out roses & was happy to give me ideas of places to go
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chezcapi14
Points +289
Vegane und vegetarische Optionen - Edit
Leckeres Essen mit einem
Read moreFreundlichen Service und veganen Kaffeespezialitäten
Pros: Sehr netter Service , Leckeres Essen
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harveyrj
Points +1131
Delicious! 5* - Edit
A must visit for anyone seeking delicious vegan brunch!
Read moreTheir vegan pancakes are a standout, perfectly fluffy and topped with fresh fruits that add a delightful sweetness. The avocado on toast is equally impressive with creamy avocado spread generously on toasted bread and topped with greens, mushrooms and tomatoes. But the star of the show for me was the vegan shakshouka, which was so flavourful with an Albanian twist and a hearty dish that will leave you satisfied.
The staff are Incredibly friendly and make you feel welcome from the moment you step in. Would definitely recommend! 10/10!
Pros: Super friendly, funny staff, Delicious food!
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MattTheGrouch
Points +20
Mind-blowing!!! - Edit
Probably the best breakfast I've had in 4 years as a vegan.
Read moreSimple, good portions and absolutely delicious!
Good WiFi and simple separate menu on their website - https://bitterrestaurant.com
We were served by Enea. Who was funny, friendly and attentive.
Had all three breakfast options (at time of writing):
* Avo toast - stacked, fresh and perfect.
* Shakshouka - unctuous, warming, filling and packed full of flavour.
* Pancakes - light, fluffy, with really fresh fruit, maple syrup and beautiful little black currents for little punches of flavour.
If you go anywhere in Tirana, go here!
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Pra
Points +557
Ok place with many vegi options - Edit
Plenty of vegan and vegetarian options. Pancakes were good, avo toast was too but nothing special.
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Carrothuntress
Points +217
Would give 5 stars - Edit
We Loved the Pancakes, the Shakshuka and the Avocado bread with mushrooms. The Pancakes came with Maple ayrup and the weiter knew what veganism means.
Read morePros: Oat milk, Fresh orange juice, Nice to sit Outside
Cons: Mediocre Coffee
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HannahLayland
Points +315
Amazing vegan brunch - Edit
The vegan options are clearly labelled, and the staff are super knowledgeable. The food is delicious. We had vegan pancakes, Avo toast and Shakshuka.
Read morePros: Amazing food, Friendly staff, Inexpensive
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JoanneH.
Points +925
Simple but tasty - Edit
Just a good place to enjoy a simple breakfast / lunch. Ordered the vegan flatbread and a cappuccino with oat milk (yay). They have several options.
Read morePros: Multiple vega(n) options , They serve oat milk!! , Attentive staff
Cons: Rather pricey compared to other places in Albania , Smoking on the terrace is allowed
Guest
catacats
Points +38
Pancakes with syrup and cofee - Edit
The place is a nice spot. I ordered pancakes in the vegan option and an American coffee. They serve me quickly and with a cute presentation. Pancakes also include fresh fruit and yummy. The manager visited our table giving us welcoming and asking for our opinion. I think was a great place, quietly, gently, and with a delicious vegan option. I love it! And hospitality is also very important, grateful for that.
Read morePros: Pancakes 🥞 delicious with fresh fruit (treasure), Hospitality, Cleaning areas
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Ludvigbg
Points +3336
WATCH OUT! - Edit
Summarized: They do not really care if they serve you vegan food or not.
Read moreBitter bistro bar & restaurant is a really nice spot with multiple options that can be made vegan. We had an avocado sandwich and pancakes — though a little bit overpriced — totally ok.
Unfortunately the kitchen staffs knowledge about veganism is limited as we got honey with our pancakes — though we specifies them to be vegan.
When we got our pancakes we asked right away if it came with maple syrup, something the waitress could assured us. We put it on the pancakes but with the first bite noticed the distinct taste of honey.
After insisting it was honey the waitress checked with the chef, and yes indeed it was honey.
We were told later by a guy that seemed to be a manager or such, that the reason we got honey was that the supplier hadn’t delivered.
I was going to rate the place higher, but as they on top charged us extra for maple syrup, after I couldn’t eat 1/3 of my food contaminated with honey. It’s a clear 1 star from me.
See the receipt that I ordered VEGAN pancakes.
If you have no special dietary requirement I guess it’s fine to eat here, but if you do I would steer clear of this restaurant as they don’t seem to take dietary needs seriously.
Cons: Couldn’t care less that they served us honey
Carrothuntress
In octobre 2024 they knew exactly that WE didnt want honey. We asked what Kind of syrup It is.
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