La Cramă la Gigel
A local's haven in Sinaia serving sincere, homemade traditional Romanian cuisine at unbeatable prices. Experience authentic flavors away from tourist ...
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La Cramă la Gigel
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A local's haven in Sinaia serving sincere, homemade traditional Romanian cuisine at unbeatable prices. Experience authentic flavors away from tourist traps.
"The most sincere, honest and tasty homemade food in Sinaia!!!"
Cash Only
Be prepared as this is a cash-only establishment.
Sunset Dining
Visit during sunset for a comfortable and pleasant outdoor dining experience.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Romanian
Price
$
Phone
+40 729 730 713
Address
Strada Piața Unirii 4, Sinaia 106100, Romania
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Authentic Home-style Romanian Cuisine
Experience sincere, tasty, homemade traditional Romanian food, just like grandma used to make. Generous portions, great prices.
Cozy Outdoor Dining Experience
Enjoy a comfortable outdoor dining experience, especially during sunset, away from the hustle of tourist traps. Friendly staff.
Local's Hidden Gem
Seek out this authentic local spot, recommended by locals including the mayor, offering a taste of true Romania away from tourist prices.
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Cash Only
Be prepared as this is a cash-only establishment.
Sunset Dining
Visit during sunset for a comfortable and pleasant outdoor dining experience.
Follow Your Nose
The delicious food aromas drifting down the street can help you find this hidden gem.
Daily Specials
Look out for daily menu options for affordable and delicious meals.
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Cash Only
Be prepared as this is a cash-only establishment.
Sunset Dining
Visit during sunset for a comfortable and pleasant outdoor dining experience.
Follow Your Nose
The delicious food aromas drifting down the street can help you find this hidden gem.
Daily Specials
Look out for daily menu options for affordable and delicious meals.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
La Crama la Gigel is highly praised for its authentic, homemade traditional Romanian food, generous portions, and very fair prices, often described as a welcome escape from tourist traps. Many enjoy the cozy outdoor dining area, especially during sunset, and the friendly, welcoming staff. However, some reviews mention communication difficulties due to limited English proficiency and one diner found some dishes inedible.
"Came here in October to get some food. Quiet place with good prices
Got the grilled chicken, I think I ordered pork but language difficulties"
Thomas Ho
"Great local spot! Friendly staff, delicious traditional food, big portions and really fair prices. Definitely worth a visit!"
Patricia Văleanu
"This restaurant is less than 100 meters from the main thoroughfare but we'll worth seeking out. We dined outdoors as the sun set. Tucked down hill from the main street, we were protected from the cool breeze and were quite comfortable. There were a couple neighborhood cats that came around and greeted us but they were not begging or intrusive. The food is excellent and the pricing is great. The portions are generous and our server spoke English. I would definitely come here again."
Marc Maynard
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, it's highly recommended for tourists seeking authentic Romanian food away from overpriced tourist traps. Be aware that English communication might be limited.
No, La Crama la Gigel is a cash-only establishment, so please come prepared.
The restaurant is known for traditional Romanian dishes like mici, papanasi, tripe soup, and pomana porcului. Daily menu options are also available.
Yes, there is a cozy outdoor dining area that is particularly pleasant during sunset.
The restaurant prides itself on serving sincere, honest, and tasty homemade traditional Romanian food.
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This place was recommended to us by the lady we stayed at, and told us that’s the place where the locals eat (including the mayor of the city – which she used as a strong argument for this place). While I don’t really know if that’s the case, it does seem like THE place to go if you want to enjoy some traditional Romanian food, like mici (aka mititei), papanasi, tripe soup, pomana porcului and more. Just writing these names makes my mouth water.
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