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Sergiana
Papanasi
Mentioned multiple times as a standout dessert, cooked to perfection with a hint of crispness, well balanced with local red berries and sour cream, and described as divine and melting in the mouth.
Sarmale
Frequently praised as an amazing traditional Romanian dish, described as excellent and part of an authentic dining experience.
Pork Cracklings
Highly recommended for their fantastic taste, often served as a complimentary starter or side dish, noted as the best ever eaten by one reviewer.
Beef (including T-bone steak)
The beef was perfectly cooked, tender, and rich; the T-bone steak was an incredible experience cooked to perfection on a hot plate in front of guests.
Schnitzel (especially pork schnitzel)
Described as light, crunchy, tasty, not dry, and comfortingly refined, with mushroom and bacon stuffing being a popular variation.
Ciorba de burta (traditional soup)
Recommended as a deeply flavorful and warming traditional soup that did not disappoint.
Ciolan (pork knuckle) with beans or cabbage
Praised for tender, juicy pork that was well balanced in flavor, with beans preferred by some guests.
Traditional soups (including chicken noodle and goulash soup)
Mentioned as excellent and part of the authentic Romanian experience.
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 11:30 PM |
About Sergiana
Sergiana is a Romanian restaurant in Brașov, known for traditional food served in a historic, cozy setting. Reviewers consistently praise dishes like sarmale, crackling, stew, papanasi, polenta, and hearty soups, along with attentive service and generous portions. The restaurant is popular for lunch, dinner, and solo dining, and it also offers brunch, dessert, and table service. Guests often mention the old brick, cellar-like atmosphere in Brașov’s Old Town and the occasional live music or dancing.
Amenities & services
Emergency help
- Employs displaced individuals
From the business
- Identifies as women-owned
Service options
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Historic
- Quiet
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Sergiana known for?
Sergiana is best known for traditional Romanian dishes, especially sarmale, tripe soup, papanasi, and pork-based plates like ciolan with beans or cabbage. Reviewers repeatedly mention the crackling, hearty soups, and generous portions as part of the authentic dining experience in Brașov’s Old Town.
What dishes are most recommended at Sergiana?
The most recommended items are papanasi, sarmale, ciorba de burta, ciolan with beans, ciolan with cabbage, and the mushroom and bacon stuffed pork schnitzel. Reviews also highlight the complimentary jumari, fried pork skin and meat starter, and traditional soups as standout parts of the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Sergiana?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, historic, and a bit cellar-like, with the dining room downstairs in an old brick tavern setting. It suits groups, families, and solo diners, and several reviews mention live music, folk music, and occasional dancing that add to the traditional feel.
Is Sergiana good value, and what is the price range?
Reviewers consistently describe Sergiana as affordable or very affordable, especially for the portion sizes and the amount of food included. Guests mention generous servings, leftovers for takeaway, and complimentary items like bread and crackling, which makes the value strong for a Romanian restaurant in Brașov.
Do you need a reservation at Sergiana, and how busy does it get?
Reservations are recommended for brunch, lunch, and dinner, and several reviews mention queues or a short wait when arriving without one. Even so, some guests were seated after about 5 to 15 minutes, so it can be manageable if you come early or are willing to wait a little.
Is parking available at Sergiana?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Sergiana have vegetarian options?
Yes, Sergiana offers vegetarian options.
Is Sergiana kid-friendly?
Yes, Sergiana is good for kids.
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