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Entry No. 999 · Banitsa · Баница (Banitsa)

Sofiyska Banitsa

A legendary no-frills institution. This is the archetypal Sofia *banicharnitsa* where locals stand in line for the perfect ratio of crispy crust to soft, cheese-filled center.

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WaitDirectly on the busy Graf Ignatiev tram street.07:30–09:00 for the freshest morning batches.
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A legendary no-frills institution. This is the archetypal Sofia *banicharnitsa* where locals stand in line for the perfect ratio of crispy crust to soft, cheese-filled center.

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No. 999 for Banitsa in Sofia

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