Komani Lake
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Authentic taste on Komani Lake

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.

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Essential and surprising

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.

Where to Eat

Experience Komani also at the table, discover the places of taste.

Tables with a view: restaurants and inns on the lake

Hotel 5 Stinët - Restaurant on Lake

Home cooking served on terrace with a view. Good for fish dishes and garden vegetables.

(Berisha, accessible by boat)

Guesthouse Ora and Mirit

Run by a local family, here you can enjoy real byrek and freshly milked milk.

(Shala Valley)

Komani Lake Ferry Bar (Terminal)

Small kiosk overlooking the pier, perfect for a local beer and traditional snacks before or after your trip.

Lunches on request with local families

Many villages, such as Dushaj or Berisha, offer typical home-cooked meals. Often served outdoors under a pergola.

Pickup Service

Convenient and reliable transport to the ferry terminal

  • Connections coordinated with ferry schedules
  • Scenic journey through the Albanian Alps
  • Option to book round trip
  • Quick and easy online booking
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Van for pickup service

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