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To Be Or Not To Be

Cizmedziluk 5, Bascarsija, Bascarsija, Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Ranked #9 of 135 restaurants in Sarajevo
Cuisines: Yugoslavian
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
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Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Reservations, After-hours
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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

i ate there a steak and it was awesome. i talked with the owner while everything was getting ready and asked him if the name of the place is about shakepeare and he said "not much. when i open this place it was times 'to be or not to be'" i just shut up and eat after that. also decorations... More

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Leek, United Kingdom
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 April 2013

I visited the restaurant three times whilst in Sarajevo; the food and intimate setting kept drawing us back. The dishes were deliciously flavoured and there was a great mix of traditional Bosnian dishes and firm global favourites; I would strongly recommend the risotto. It was great to see the dishes being prepared in front of you, an experience I will... More

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London
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9 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 April 2013

A lovely, family-run restaurant. A small menu, and fun to watch and smell your dishes being prepared almost in front of you. Tables are close together, but the atmosphere is that of a family dining room. We ate and drank well, and the prices are very moderate.

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See 4 more reviews by Antequerana for Sarajevo
UK
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46 reviews 46 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2013

There is nothing wrong with this place but I think it is over rated. It has two tables downstairs and three upstairs, it feels small and pokey, the service is ok nothing more and the food is just average. I had the steak in chocolate and chilli sauce which again was average, no chilli bite and the sauce was ok,... More

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See 7 more reviews by DM2008 for Sarajevo
Sarajevo
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

TO BE is restaurant located in the heart of the Old Town.Staff is very polite and friendly.Food was delicious and service was quick and very good.Interior and atmosphere cosy and attractive. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

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Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

What a cozy place "To be or not to be" is! Hospitality of the owners is at the top as well as the food. The portions are huge and the wine is fantastic. If you like diversity, dare to try chilly chocolate steak. I highly recommend this kind mixture of tastes that fulfills all your senses. I visited this place... More

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Istanbul
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2013

Great in winter and in the summer. In the winter it is a snug place for try their filling soup and a glass of wine (two tables downstairs and three upstairs). In the summer there are 2-3 additional tables placed outside in the pedestrianised small street and it is quite atmospheric (just behibnd the main mosque) - just the place... More

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See 2 more reviews by Julian B for Sarajevo
Fayetteville, North Carolina
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6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

If you are looking for a nice quiet place with personal attention, "To Be Or Not To Be" is your place. Small restaurant with a great menu. My recommendations are the "SEAFOOD RISOTTO" "PULPO A LA GALLEGA" and the "BEFF STEAK" don't forget to try the local wine.

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See 4 more reviews by JOSERAMOS292 for Sarajevo
Split, Croatia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

Went here on our first night in Sarajevo after we were turned down at Dveri. This small restaurant has two floors and a few tables outside. Everything is homemade here as if you came to your moms house for a dinner. We were amazed by a level of hospitality and quality can come out from staff and their small kitchen.... More

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See 5 more reviews by bugfrog for Sarajevo
Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 December 2012

I was at "To Be Or Not To Be" with friends.Food is fantastic , I have never tasted so good beefsteak in pepper sauce and squids.The ambiance is fantastic.I advise the BLATINA wine with the food and the local brandy as aperative.The service was very good.I highly recommend this place.

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