
At Lake Komani, nature takes center stage at the table as well.In this unspoiled corner of northern Albania, the cuisine still follows tradition, with dishes prepared from fresh, local ingredients and a timeless culinary spirit.
This guide will take you through restaurants, rural houses, and small landing places where food tells the story of the land.




Some typical dishes and products not to be missed:
Grilled trout: Caught in the lake, served with lemon and wild herbs;
Fërgësë: A creamy specialty of peppers, cheese and tomatoes;
Qumeshtor: Milk and egg cake, simple and traditional;
Homemade byrek: Puff pastry stuffed with spinach, meat or cheese;
Mountain cheese: Sheep or goat, often smoked;
Wild honey: Produced in surrounding villages, great with warm bread;
Local raki: Homemade spirit served everywhere, to be enjoyed in moderation.
Experience Komani also at the table, discover the places of taste.
Tables with a view: restaurants and inns on the lake
Home cooking served on terrace with a view. Good for fish dishes and garden vegetables.
(Berisha, accessible by boat)
Run by a local family, here you can enjoy real byrek and freshly milked milk.
(Shala Valley)
Small kiosk overlooking the pier, perfect for a local beer and traditional snacks before or after your trip.
Many villages, such as Dushaj or Berisha, offer typical home-cooked meals. Often served outdoors under a pergola.
Glide across the crystal clear waters of Lake Koman in a single, double, or triple kayak.
Convenient and reliable transport to the ferry terminal

Book your Komani Lake experience today and discover why
visitors call it the highlight of their Albanian journey.