Our Story

ABOUT US

In the heart of Pirin, where winter winds paint white masterpieces, a legend is born. An Alpine chef, with a creative soul and a mountaineer's heart, fell in love with the magic of Bansko. Determined to share his passion for the mountains and Italian cuisine, he created a unique place where the aromas of pine forests intertwine with the scents of basil and rosemary. Thus, "Alpen Italian Restaurant" was born - an ode to nature and culinary art.

High quality food and services. Absolutely a must for a gourmet hunters. Each plate looks amazing and the taste is incredible

Adrian

Client

A great place of Bansko that is worth to visit. Delicious food, great wines selection and unique ambience . It fulfilled the expectations for an Italian restaurant.

Stefania

Client

We loved this place because it wasn’t just the typical dishes you usually find. We ended up ordering salad, carbonara, formaggi pizza and dessert. Everything was absolutely delicious and made with so much love.

Emma

Client

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OUR Chef

“Chef by profession and culinary traveler by vocation.” Simple words from an extraordinary chef. Chef Georgi Ermenkov specialized in France with Philip Hardy at the two Michelin stars Mascaret restaurant. He also went through the school of the chef of the French Embassy Carlos Marsal and worked at some of the best restaurants in Bulgaria.

Special selection

FROM OUR MENU

TUSCAN MEATBALLS, 420 g

25,90 BGN / 13,24 €

Homemade Italian Salsiccia meatballs with Philadelphia cream and Parmesan, fresh onion, salad with Sicilian dressing, and fresh fried potatoes

Iberico Melanzane, 280 g

33,90 BGN / 17,33 €

Grilled Iberico pork secreto, marinated with herb garlic olive oil, roasted fresh potatoes, fried roasted eggplant with Cacio e Pepe sauce, marinated asparagus, and honey mustard

TROUT FRESCA, 440 g

28,90 BGN / 14,78 €

Balkan trout with roasted fresh potatoes, fresh salad with cherry tomatoes and sicilian Vinaigrette

Parmigiano Fungi, 460 g

25,90 BGN / 13,24 €

Parmesan risotto with sautéed forest mushrooms in truffle butter, garlic, and fresh herbs

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A culinary journey

OUR Dishes

An unique journey of typical italian flavors held together by a singular appreciation of high-quality ingredients, presented in elegant simplicity with a pinch of art. A fine variety of pasta dishes, pizzas, risottos, and a wide range of seafood and meat dishes.