A traditional mehana on a side street in Varna, lovely Bulgarian food including amazing kebabs (try the lamb shaslik!) and of course cheap to boot. The trance background music you can ignore! Was on business in Varna and really wanted to try some local food. I wasn't impressed by the offerings in and around the main square, but was taken there by my local contact, would never have found it otherwise.
Difficult one this - it was dark... Go down Bratka Skorpil Street (Hotel Splendid is on the corner, Cathedral should be behind you) then take the first left after the large villa.
Not just the Kempinski, but the whole area around the northern Golden Sands boasts no low-cost airline types, no discos, lots to do for families with young children, beautiful beaches, unrivalled mountain setting, proximity to national parks, cultural outings, etc.
Excellent, genuine service, beautiful beaches, none of the planning deficit seen around other resorts. Just 18km from Varna for excellent shopping and fashionable cafes, nightlife, etc.
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