Serves fish, vegan options available. Has pasta, salads and house-made seitan. Non-smoking. English spoken and on menu. Only 18 seats so reserve ahead. Directions: 1 minute walk from the Catholic Cathedral. Note Karuzo has a "bb" street address - it's at the east end of street before the numbering starts. Reported to close earlier than stated times. Phone no 033444647. Reservations only. Open Mon-Tue 12:30pm-11:00pm, Wed-Fri 12:00pm-3:00pm, Wed-Sat 6:00pm-11:00pm.
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Dzenetica Cikma bb, Sarajevo, Bosnia And Herzegovina, 71000
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59 Reviews
First Review by Adnan
Charlotte.8
Points +42
Fine food to die for - Edit
The menu has a huge variety of vegan options and the restaurant is a one man show, the first vegetarian cook in Bosnia!!
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umeboshi
Points +135
Best vegan food in Bosnia - Edit
I had the most amazing meal here. You do need to make a reservation but it's 100% worth it. I had the cabbage rolls and the tiramisu and both were delicious. The interior is very cosy and reminded me of an old time ship.
Read morePros: So many vegan options
Cons: You have to make a reservation
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BertGrund
Points +58
Reaching FIVE PLUS stars - Edit
Best vegan food.
Read morePerfect Options.
Fresh and local.
Every time again.
Updated from previous review on 2024-06-05
Pros: 7 Persons exclusive ... Very nice, Sasha ... "Best vegan Cook" in ex Jugo, Vetter than Paulchen from Tian (Vienna)
Cons: - 00h47 was a Bad Idea of us, All apointments start sharply. Perfect.
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Lana_12
Points +267
Vegan & vegetarian takes on traditional Bosnian food - Edit
This restaurant was a breath of fresh air in a city that's not vegan friendly. I had a wakame salad and delicious vegan sarma with tofu cheese. The portion size was decent and everything tasted amazing. Must visit for vegans and vegetarians in Sarajevo.
Read morePros: Lots of options, Great quality food
Cons: Long wait time
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ChantalPoulin
Points +2878
Reserve and GO! - Edit
Reservation needed. If you can't reach, go in person you wont regret. Sasha is probably the one and only vegan chef in all Balkan and you'll have a great experience! The restaurant himself worth going, its and upside down boat! Sasha is and extraordinary host and he know cooking. We loved the chickpea pockets and the oven seitan. Everything is make from scratch. Its good, generous, fresh and healty. We had such a great time that we invited Sacha to drink a glass with us and we really enjoyed that warm moment.
Read moreSacha decided to run a restaurant with a large menu all by himself and the only way he can do it without going crazy is to have reservations and to serve one group at a time and I truly respect that.
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LiamONeil
Points +46
Awesome food! - Edit
I had the vegan kebab, was very very tasty, could see myself coming back to try more from the menu! It's usually reservation only, we caught it on a quiet night and Sasha was happy to accommodate us.
Read morePros: Unique menu , Lots of vegan options
Cons: Little pricey
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veganjen83
Points +294
A great experience - Edit
A wonderfully unique experience at Karuzo. The chef does everything so make sure you reserve beforehand. There was so much to choose from, so many soups and lovely mains. We had mint and green soup, cauliflower risotto and stuffed Swiss chard, the raw cheesecake dessert was the star. Amazing food!
Read morePros: So much choice, Everything is freshly made with seasonal ingredien, Great experience
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AmandaIsabelle
Points +29
Plenty vegan en veg options - Edit
Lovely food, great taste and reasonable portions. We had vegan sushi to start. I had a mushroom and fig risotto and my husband a gnocchi brussel sprout dish as mains. Very tasty. Reserve before hand as the chef likes to prepare.
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SeveriRissanen
Points +20
Great place! - Edit
Really good food! The owner is great, very friendly and the place is quite cozy. But it is reservation only, since the owner handles the food and reservations by himself at least when we came. As described by him, the restaurant is 'mainly vegan', and suggests the vegan options to everyone.
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Idunism
Points +18
Best vegan food in Sarajevo - Edit
We had the cauliflower mushroom risotto and vegan kebab (ćevap), which was beautifully presented, nice portions, high in complex and tasty flavours. Paired with the red house wine, also delicious. A must for vegans/vegetarians in Sarajevo!
Read moreRemember to book in advance as the restaurant is run by only the owner, and respect that he has a certain capacity and wants to ensure a positive experience for his guests. We will be sure to visit next time we come to Sarajevo!
Pros: Quality of food, Atmosphere, Saša’s charm and personality
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tameveggie
Points +59
Best Vegan Food in E Europe, Nicest Owner - Edit
You must reserve a table but after you do you’ll be greeted by a passionate and fantastic chef named Sasha who runs the place solo. Unbelievably good food, especially anything with his homemade seitan. Great guy to have a chat with, would 6* review if that was possible!
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friedtea
Points +37
Amazing experience here. Make a reservation though! - Edit
The chef was a character and makes you feel very welcomed. Be warned though — you should def get a reservation! We were t able to reach him on phone, so we went in person the day before to make a reservation the following day.
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Loloje
Points +53
Astonishing Experience - Edit
Sure you know some vegan places with thoughtful dishes, but here all the vegan options and there are many are just on point delicious. We went twice and both times it was just so good. Every bite so flavourful and interesting. If you want to dine exceptionally well make a reservation and take some time with you.
Read morePros: So many delicious vegan options, Unique dishes, Flavourful
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Farm
Points +110
Incredible experience! - Edit
You can’t explain what it’s like to dine at Karuzo…..make a reservation and be prepared for an experience. Sasha waits on you, cooks the meals from scratch and serves them. He only takes a few reservations a day. Almost everything is VEGAN! Everything we ordered was incredible. I would give 5 stars but Happy Cow does not allow since he serves fish.
Read morePros: Delicious and creative, Large portions, Unusual
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NinnaPedersen
Points +245
5 out of 5 🌟 - Edit
Wow, this place has amazing food! 😍
Read moreThe menu is long, so it's a bit hard to choose, but I believe everything is amazing. There are quite a lot of vegan dishes and the chef is vegan himself, even though he serves fish.
We had vegan chickpea pockets and seitan "steaks" with Thai vegetables and tofu cheese. We were able to share both dishes, and they were both incredibly tasteful.
To drink we had a bottle of wine, the chef's favorite white wine. It's was perfect with the food.
The place is probably a bit expensive for Bosnian standards, but it's worth the money. It's a cosy restaurant, the chef is nice and friendly and wants you to have the best experience.
Make a reservation and go there! 🌟
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millimaus
Points +23
Würzig, frisch und lecker - Edit
Unser Essen war jeweils echt super, waren schon zweimal dort.
Read moreKlare Empfehlung.
Wir finden Sasha sehr nett. Man muss nur reservieren und jeweils bisschen auf das Essen warten, aber es lohnt sich auf jeden Fall.
Gute Getränkeauswahl.
Updated from previous review on 2022-06-26
Pros: Große vegane und vegetarische Karte , Freundlicher Gastgeber
Cons: Nur auf Reservierung
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LeonBäßler
Points +137
Reserve in advance - Edit
After a few comments, we realized that reservations should be made. We were lucky and the owner invited us anyway after making it clear that we should not be in a hurry. The food was very tasty but it took a very long time because the guests who made reservations were served first. Overall a nice experience but I also understand the negative comments. At the end of the day, the owner runs the restaurant alone and all the guests have to submit to his whims.
Read morePros: Many vegan options, Delicious food
Cons: Egocentric owner , Must be reserved
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angiebrahms
Points +13
Most creative veg chef on the Balkans - Edit
4/5 because Happycow only allows fully vegan/veg places to be 5*, nevertheless you´ll get everything you want at Karuzo´s. Forget about the reviews remarking the owner´s rudeness, he´s direct and wants you to order ahead, if you keep this into account the experience is unforgettable! Sasa has a large menu, and after two visits all four dishes were extraordinary, they were prepared on the spot and full of flavour. He truly puts creativity into his work and makes up everything from scratch. There was quite a lot to choose from, chickpea pockets and vegan kebab were my favourites. Also really enjoyed the domaći rakija and the banana ice cream. Owner is a character, and shares his recipes when you ask for them. Full-on experience. I do not recognise myself in the negative experiences on Happycow, expect those guests to be spoilt, elite kids. Come prepared, and enjoy!
Read morePros: strong on flavours, creativity, including the owners character, extras such as rakija and desserts
Cons: price a little high for Bosnian standards
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booklover84
Points +175
Amazing food - Edit
Really delicious food. We liked it so much that we bought his cook book at the end. You need to make a reservation and there can be quite a wait for food, but it’s worth it.
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AydaPhan
Points +154
Must visit! - Edit
Five star rating only available for vegan and vegetarian places. But this place is a 5 star for sure. Best food you can try in Sarajevo. 90% of the menue is vegan/vegetarian.
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esza.van
Points +39
Amazing restaurant and food - Edit
At first the local doesn’t seem to be big or even pretty from outside, but when you enter you feel welcomed, cozy and as if you‘re a guest in someone’s home!
Read moreThe cook, who does not only cook everything freshly, serve and runs the business in general, is very passionate about his food and nice to his customers.
The food was overwhelmingly delicious and everything tasted unique! By far the best vegan/vegetarian experience in the balkan region.
Pros: many vegan options, cozy restaurant, kind owner
Cons: a bit more expensive
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EmilyPf
Points +19
Outstanding food - Edit
TL;DR: make a reservation in advance, be prepared to wait but the food is worth it
Read moreStrap yourself in ‘cause I have a LOT of good things to say about this restaurant! Everything is fresh & made to order, even soups (I asked). We came here twice for dinner, the first time we made our reservation in person for later in the evening, and then after our meal for the following night which worked out well. (The restaurant is reservation only so you’ll need one.) We ordered:
-Vegan (sushi) roll
-Japanese bite (a rice dish with vegetables)
-Herbed Polenta with Mushroom Porcini sauce
-Vegan Chili Seitan (with basmati rice)
-Whole Grain Pancake (Crepe) with Lentils & Vegetables with Rosemary Sauce
-Oven Baked Homemade Seitan with Thai Vegetables & Tofu Cheese
-Chocolate Apple Cube (bar-like dessert)
It was all excellent, particularly the polenta and the crepe. While this restaurant does serve fish, fish-free options are abundant (at least half the menu) and clearly marked as either vegetarian or vegan, and some are gluten free. 2 of the 5 or 6 desserts are marked vegan, and there is coconut milk for coffee. Because everything is made to order and there are no other cooks, be prepared for food to take an hour or two, especially if there are more people in the restaurant. This is not the place to come to for a quick lunch. However, we found it was the perfect place for a late-ish dinner after a long day of exploring Sarajevo. The chef/owner was friendly and happy to offer recommendations. I’m usually skeptical of restaurants with bigger menus, but we loved everything we tried! Definitely a must-stop spot in my book, 10/10.
Pros: Vegan & vegetarian dishes clearly labeled, Very delicious food
Cons: HappyCow won’t let me give this 5 stars :(, Kinda expensive for Sarajevo but worth it
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curry&aubergine
Points +74
unique but overrated - Edit
very unique dishes all cooked fresh and from scratch by sasha. small comfy restaurant, it feels like your at his home.
Read moresasha is a really passionate and confident cook but can be quite harsh if you show up without a reservation.
we were really excited to go to karuzo based on the reviews here. sadly our food was way too salty. it was still good and the overall experience was great but for sure not the best vegan food you‘ll eat.
tipp: the cevapcici are more like differently spiced falafel, great but maybe not what you‘d expect.
Pros: many vegan options, amazing home made seitan, athmosphere
Cons: expensive for sarajevo, reservation only
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BenTimberlake
Points +72
A real experience with a unique chef - Edit
Great soups especially, and a unique, personable experience with chef and owner Sasha. He’s a real character with a passion for well-made food. According to him, all of his vegan specials are prepared better than anyone else’s. While some may quibble with that claim, in the moment amid the charming atmosphere, it’s hard to argue.
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lukep
Points +22
Spectacular food - Edit
First: be sure to make a reservation, you will be turned away otherwise. We did and had a wonderful visit. The owner was very nice, he chatted with us at our table and signed his cookbook for is as well. The restaurant has a nice wine selection and a very cool atmosphere. Items on the menu are marked and the owner is happy to accommodate.
Read morePros: Friendly place, good food
Cons: Reservation required
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AriTómasson
Points +46
Amazing food - Edit
Super good food. Recommend the seitan. Watch out that it is reservation only.
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RuanSmith
Points +46
Best Vegan Food in Sarajevo - Edit
Owner is incredibly passionate about food and really friendly when he’s relaxed. You will taste the love in all the meals. He runs a one-man show so perhaps at busy times it can take long to get service or food so don’t visit if you’re in a hurry and probably don’t expect to have long conversations with the owner/chef/waiter. You simply can’t rush art. Booking is necessary and perhaps visit lunchtimes for a more relaxed experience.
Read morePros: Exceptional vegan variety, Owner-run. High standards. , Engaging experience.
Cons: Need to book in advance.
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