What to Eat in Iași

A great choice to taste Romanian cuisine in a modern interpretation in Iași is the Rustic Restaurant. Another excellent option is Beraria Veche. Don’t miss a visit to the Alexandru cel Bun Market as well.

What to Eat in Iași:

  • Cozonac. A sweet bread filled with nuts, cocoa, or dried fruit, popular in the Moldavian region, with Iași as its capital.
  • Mămăligă. Cornmeal porridge similar to polenta, typical of the Moldavian region, often served as a side dish in Iași.
  • Plăcintă. A traditional Moldavian sweet or savory filled pastry, commonly found in bakeries and markets in Iași.
  • Poale în brâu. Sweet pastries filled with cheese or jam, originating from Moldavia, available in bakeries in Iași.
  • Tochitură moldovenească. Pork stewed with bacon, served with mămăligă, a traditional dish in the Moldavian region, including Iași.
  • Bragă. A traditional Moldavian fermented millet drink, which can be tasted at markets and festivals in Iași.
  • … and 16 more Romanian dishes from the list: What to Eat in Romania.

Enjoy your food in Iași!

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