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Located in a restored, eclectic 1880s villa on posh Calea Victoriei, this is the top fine-dining locale in Bucharest thanks to chef Paul Oppenkamp and his approach to modern cuisine, peppered with Romanian influences. The menu changes every three months, aside from the now legendary cucumber sorbet. Don’t miss the spoon tasting for an artistic display of all dishes served. Reservations are a must.


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