Balkan Restaurant Menu
Welcome to Balkan Restaurant, a hidden gem in Richmond, VA, where Mediterranean flavors take center stage. Located at 8905 Patterson Ave, this cozy eatery invites you to indulge in a culinary journey filled with rich spices and authentic dishes.
The menu features a delightful assortment, from the Mixed Grill Platter, showcasing steak, chicken, veal, and savory ćevapi sausages, to the irresistibly crispy Börek. Don't miss out on their Balkan Potatoes, hailed as life-changing by patrons!
Each dish at Balkan is a symphony of taste, expertly prepared to ensure satisfaction. The warm and welcoming ambiance complements the hearty meals, making it perfect for families and groups. With options for delivery and takeout, this restaurant truly captures the essence of Balkan hospitality.
Whether enjoying a casual lunch or a cozy dinner, Balkan Restaurant promises an exceptional dining experience, urging guests to come back for more!
Drinks
Falafel
Chickpeas and fava bean balls deep fried and served with homemade Tzatziki sauce.
Cornbread
Balkan style corn bread served with feta cheese spread, roasted red peppers and eggplant sauce, Kalamata olives and feta cheese.
Fried Cheese
Feta cheese lightly breaded and fried to perfection. Served with roasted red peppers and eggplant sauce.
Burek
Hand stretched puff pastry with choice of meat, cheese or spinach and cheese.
Urnebes
Balkan style spread made with a mixture of roasted red peppers and Feta cheese.
Cold Appetizer Platter
Cold cuts of smoked beef, smoked bosnian sausage, pickled bell peppers stuffed with cabbage, dill pickles, Kalamata olives, ajvar and bulgarian feta cheese. Served with homemade lepinja bread.
Feta Cheese Salad
Tomatoes, cucumbers,mushrooms, bell peppers, topped with feta cheese, Kalamata olives, house dressing.
Cabbage Salad
Freshly shredded cabbage tossed with cucumbers, tomatoes and house dressing. Served with homemade bread.
Grilled Chicken
Grilled Beef
Burek
Salads
Cevapi Sandwich
Ground beef mixed with flavorful spices in skinless sausage links style. Served on lepinja bread with fresh onions and feta cheese spread.
Balkan Burger
Fresh made Angus beef patty mixed with flavorful spices. Served on our homemade bread with cheese, lettuce, tomato and onions and roasted red pepper and eggplant sauce. Served with fries.
Gyro Sandwich
Grilled slices of beef and lamb served with fresh made tzatziki sauce, tomatoes, lettuce and onion. Served in homemade bread. Served with fries.
Balkan Steak and Cheese Sandwich
Thin slices of grilled rib eye steak served in homemade bread with provolone cheese, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mayonnaise and house dressing. Served with fries.
Doner Sandwich
Thin slices of grilled rib eye steak or chicken served in homemade bread with tzatziki sauce, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, mayonnaise and topped with Russian dressing. Served with fries.
Shish Kebab Sandwich
Balkan style marinated kebabs and vegetables grilled to perfection and served on our homemade bread. Served with fries.
Falafel Sandwich
Chickpeas and fava bean balls deep fried and served on our homemade bread with lettuce, tomato and onion and topped with tzatziki sauce. Served with fries.
Grilled Vegetable Sandwich
Zucchini, squash, onions, green peppers, and mushrooms grilled to perfection and served inside homemade bread.Served with fries.
Chicken Paprikash Dinner
Pieces of chicken breast cooked with various vegetables and potatoes in clay pot for hours. This delicious stew is served with homemade bread.
Goulash
Tender pieces of beef cooked for hours with fresh vegetables and finished with a slight kick of paprika. Served with side of mashed potatoes and bread.
Sataras Dinner
Fresh onions, garlic, tomatoes, red and green bell peppers sauteed in olive oil and seasoned with exotic balkan spices. Served with a bed of rice and fresh homemade bread.
Balkan Mixed Grill Platter Dinner
One of the favorite dishes from the Balkans. Grilled beef and chicken kebab, cevapi and veal cutlet. Served with mixed grilled vegetables, choice of side and bread. Serves 2.
Shish Kebab Platter Dinner
Balkan style marinated choice of meat grilled to perfection and served with mixed vegetables, choice of side and bread.
Balkan Gourmet Schnitzel Dinner
Perfectly seasoned Angus beef patty, mixed with smoked Gouda and pieces of homemade smoked beef served on top of the grilled bread filled with feta cheese spread. This delicious dish is also served with side of fries and side order of cabbage salad.
Grilled Veal Cutlets Dinner
Veal cutlets marinated and grilled to perfection. Served with grilled vegetables, choice of side and bread.
Sandwiches
Dinner Specials
Feta Salad
Balkan Potatoes
Mixed Grilled Vegetables
Balkan Rice
French Fries
Bread
Tzatziki
Feta cheese spread
Roasted pepper and eggplant sauce
Kid's Grilled Chicken Sandwich with French Fries
Ground beef mixed with flavorful spices in skinless sausage links style. Served on Lepinja bread with French fries.
Kid's Little Cevapi with French Fries
Seasoned and grilled chicken breast served on Lepinja bread with French fries.
Sides
Lunch Specials
Baked Apple Rolls
Shredded apples rolled up in the filo, brushed with melted butter and baked until golden brown. This is one of the most famous treats in Bosnian tradition.
Crepes
Homemade crepes filled with your choice of chocolate or rose hip jam and walnuts. Topped with powdered sugar.
Baklava Rolls
Crushed walnuts and raisins rolled inside filo dough and baked to perfection. Served cold and topped off with crushed walnuts.
Spartak Torte
This delicate chocolate cake is beyond delicious. It is made out of extra thin multi layers with a gentle balance of chocolate and cream. The texture of this cake is so soft and light, it will melt in your mouth in every bite. We use traditional eastern European recipe.
