Before you arrive.
Practical answers about reservations, the menu, allergens, dress code, and opening hours on the Sarandë waterfront.
How do I book a table at Krahu i Shqiponjës?
You can reserve online through our reservations page, by phone at +355 69 442 2794, or by emailing hello@krahuishqiponjes.com. Confirmation is sent by email within a few hours; larger parties may be asked for a credit card guarantee.
How far in advance should I book during high season?
For July and August, and for sunset seatings on the terrace, we recommend booking at least 7 to 10 days in advance. Off-season, same-week and same-day tables are usually available.
What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellations made at least 24 hours before your booking are free of charge. Later cancellations or no-shows may incur a per-guest fee or forfeit the deposit disclosed at booking.
Can I book for a large group or private event?
Yes. Parties of 10 or more, private dinners, and full-venue buyouts are arranged by our events team - email events@krahuishqiponjes.com with your date, party size, and any menu preferences.
What kind of cuisine do you serve?
Coastal Mediterranean cooking with an Albanian heart - fresh Ionian catch, wood-fired lamb and vegetables, hand-cut pastas, and mezze designed to share. Menus rotate with the season and the daily catch.
Do you offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes. Every menu section includes vegetarian dishes, and our kitchen prepares a dedicated vegan tasting on request when you book at least 24 hours in advance.
Is there a tasting menu?
We offer a chef's tasting menu of seven courses with an optional wine pairing. It is available for the entire table and should be requested at the time of reservation.
Do you have a wine list?
Our cellar focuses on Albanian, Italian, and southern French wines, with a rotating by-the-glass selection. Sommelier pairings are available for tasting menus and larger parties.
Can you accommodate food allergies?
Yes. Please tell us about allergies and intolerances when booking and remind your server on arrival. Our kitchen handles seafood, dairy, gluten, nuts, and other common allergens, so while we take reasonable care to prevent cross-contact, we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.
Read our full allergens guide →Do you have gluten-free dishes?
Several dishes are naturally gluten-free and others can be adapted. Ask your server for the current gluten-free selection; we cannot guarantee zero cross-contact.
See gluten details →Is the menu suitable for children?
Children are very welcome. We offer smaller portions of pasta, grilled fish, and seasonal vegetables, and highchairs are available on request.
Is there a dress code?
Smart-casual. Guests generally dress up a little for dinner - light linens, sundresses, collared shirts. Swimwear and beach cover-ups are not permitted at dinner service.
Is the restaurant suitable for a special occasion?
Yes - sunset over the Ionian is the natural stage for anniversaries, proposals, and birthdays. Mention the occasion when booking and we will do our best to seat you accordingly.
Is the terrace open year-round?
The terrace opens from late April through October, weather permitting. Off-season, the indoor dining room stays open with the same sea view through floor-to-ceiling windows.
What are your opening hours?
We are open every day from 08:00 to 24:00, with the kitchen serving until 23:00. On Friday and Saturday the bar stays open until 01:00.
When do you serve lunch and dinner?
Lunch service runs from 12:00 to 15:30, and dinner from 18:30 until the kitchen closes at 23:00. Between services, the bar offers a light all-day menu.
Where are you located and is there parking?
We are on Bulevardi Hasan Tahsini on the Sarandë waterfront. Free street parking is available along the promenade after 19:00, and a paid municipal lot sits 200 metres north of the entrance.
Is the restaurant accessible?
Yes. The entrance from the promenade is step-free and we have an accessible restroom on the ground floor. Please let us know at booking if we can prepare anything specific for your visit.
