What are the opening hours?

OCTO is open from 08:00 to 23:00 daily.

What drinks are available?

The bar stocks beer, wine, and hard liquor. Coffee is also available throughout the day.

Is it good for groups?

Yes, the menu and atmosphere support group dining, and the space is designed for gatherings.

Do they have dessert?

Yes, they serve desserts including cheesecake.

Is there outdoor seating?

The restaurant has a pool area and waterfront setting, indicating outdoor spaces for dining.

Can I dine alone here?

Solo dining is welcome, whether you're coming for coffee, a drink at the bar, or a full meal.

OCTO Restaurant Bar Lounge

Name: OCTO Restaurant Bar Lounge
Address: HFCR+7H8, Rruga Shetaj-Kepi i Rodonit Ishem, Durres 2015, Albania, Durrës, AL
Telephone: +355 69 370 0004
Rating: 4.1

Restaurants in Durrës

4.10(43)Closed now +355 69 370 0004

About

OCTO Restaurant Bar Lounge sits on the Durrës waterfront with a pool and bar setup that draws both tourists and locals. The kitchen handles everything from coffee and dessert to full dinner service, with a wine and spirits program that supports casual drinks or a longer meal. Reviewers consistently note the view, the presentation of dishes, and the value — a rare combination that suggests the place takes care in both front and back of house.

8.5/10

Excellent · based on 43 Google reviews

Food Quality8.1
Service8.2
Ambience8.5
Value for Money8.3
Accessibility7.5

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Highlights

Waterfront location with pool
Full bar with wine and hard liquor
Cheesecake desserts
Open from breakfast through late evening
Casual or fine-dining atmosphere

Why we like it
We keep returning to OCTO because it manages to be both relaxed and considered. The kitchen clearly thinks about how food looks on the plate. You can drop in solo for coffee, bring a group for dinner, or linger over wine and music at the bar — and the price feels honest in all three scenarios. That kind of flexibility, paired with a genuine view and a pool, is what separates a place worth the trip from one that just happens to be open.

Best for

Waterfront DiningGroups and CelebrationsSolo Coffee or WineDate Night

Location

HFCR+7H8, Rruga Shetaj-Kepi i Rodonit Ishem, Durres 2015, Albania

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Frequently asked

About OCTO Restaurant Bar Lounge

What are the opening hours?
OCTO is open from 08:00 to 23:00 daily.
What drinks are available?
The bar stocks beer, wine, and hard liquor. Coffee is also available throughout the day.
Is it good for groups?
Yes, the menu and atmosphere support group dining, and the space is designed for gatherings.
Do they have dessert?
Yes, they serve desserts including cheesecake.
Is there outdoor seating?
The restaurant has a pool area and waterfront setting, indicating outdoor spaces for dining.
Can I dine alone here?
Solo dining is welcome, whether you're coming for coffee, a drink at the bar, or a full meal.

8.5/10

Excellent · based on 43 Google reviews

Food Quality8.1
Service8.2
Ambience8.5
Value for Money8.3
Accessibility7.5

How we score

Our weighted 10-point Holiday Score combines Google's overall rating, review volume, and sentiment around specific topics (service, food, atmosphere, accessibility). Sub-dimension scores weight category-specific signals — for restaurants we look at food and value mentions; for hotels at cleanliness and location; for beaches at water quality and facilities. Accessibility is weighted from verified wheelchair and mobility attributes.

Scores above 8.5 represent outstanding quality. 10.0 is reserved for editorial picks.

Busy times

Fri (today)

Review breakdown

43 reviews

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30
4
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3
2
2
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1
7

What visitors mention

cheesecake2fantastic view3presentation of dishes2value for money

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Mon

36%

Tue

100%

Wed

47%

Thu

68%

Sat

52%

Sun

68%

Source: Google historical busyness data

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fine dining2

pool3

beautiful place3

music2