Casa Românească

Casa Românească is, by its name, exactly what it declares: an address with a traditional profile, built for those after homestyle flavours right in the centre, in the Universitate & Centru area. The name clearly announces its focus on Romanian cuisine and classic dishes, in a setting with a traditional feel that contrasts, perhaps deliberately, with the abundance of international restaurants nearby. Its location in one of the most central and best-connected parts of the city keeps it easy to reach on foot and by public transport, just as fitting for locals as for visitors wanting to discover local cuisine without straying far from the usual tourist route. Its profile recommends the place for a traditional meal with family, a meeting with foreign friends curious about authentic flavours, or an ordinary dinner in the centre, without the pretence of an experimental concept. A 4.5 rating, gathered from nearly 1,900 reviews, a solid volume for a fiercely competitive area, shows a satisfied public, a sign of an experience appreciated consistently, not only on a first visit. Since opening hours are not currently confirmed, checking ahead is useful, especially for anyone planning a visit after a day of walking around the centre. For other addresses with a local focus, or for comparisons with the area's international cuisine, the restaurants category and the where to eat in Bucharest guide offer several more useful pointers.