What are the opening hours?

ZUM is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Do they accept card payments?

ZUM operates on a cash-only basis, so bring Albanian lek or equivalent cash.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available at the cafe.

What dishes are most popular?

Shakshuka and honey cake are the standout dishes based on guest feedback. Syrniki, avocado toast, and chicken waffles also appear regularly on the menu.

Is it good for groups?

Yes, ZUM accommodates groups and maintains a casual atmosphere suitable for dining together.

ZUM cafe

Name: ZUM cafe
Address: Onhezmi, Sarandë 9701, Sarandë 9700, Albania, Sarandë, AL
Telephone: +355 68 217 2484
Price range: €€
Rating: 4.8

Cafés in Sarandë

4.80(657)€€Closed now +355 68 217 2484 Website

About

ZUM cafe in Sarandë has built a devoted following on the strength of consistently good breakfasts and lunch dishes. The menu leans Eastern European—shakshuka, syrniki, honey cake—executed with enough care that regulars keep returning. The space itself is cozy and quiet, a genuine refuge from the street outside, and the service moves at a pace that feels unhurried. It's the kind of place where coffee tastes like coffee and a midday meal feels intentional.

9.9/10

Exceptional · based on 657 Google reviews

Coffee9.9
Atmosphere9.7
Service9.7
Good to Work9.7
Value for Money9.6

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

Shakshuka and syrniki, house specialties
Honey cake that justifies the trip
Cozy, quiet indoor seating
Wi-Fi available
Cash only, no card payments

Why we like it
We keep coming back for the Eastern European breakfast repertoire—the shakshuka especially—and for the fact that ZUM doesn't try to be anything other than what it is: a straightforward, well-run neighborhood cafe. The honey cake and syrniki are the real draws, and the quiet atmosphere means you can actually linger over coffee without feeling pressured. It's the kind of place that gets the fundamentals right.

Best for

Quiet BreakfastLunch With FriendsSolo TravelersCasual Groups

Location

Onhezmi, Sarandë 9701, Sarandë 9700, Albania

Plus Code: V2G4+5X Sarandë, Albania

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Frequently asked

About ZUM cafe

What are the opening hours?
ZUM is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Do they accept card payments?
ZUM operates on a cash-only basis, so bring Albanian lek or equivalent cash.
Is Wi-Fi available?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available at the cafe.
What dishes are most popular?
Shakshuka and honey cake are the standout dishes based on guest feedback. Syrniki, avocado toast, and chicken waffles also appear regularly on the menu.
Is it good for groups?
Yes, ZUM accommodates groups and maintains a casual atmosphere suitable for dining together.

9.9/10

Exceptional · based on 657 Google reviews

Coffee9.9
Atmosphere9.7
Service9.7
Good to Work9.7
Value for Money9.6

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.

Review breakdown

657 reviews

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9
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6
1
10

What visitors mention

Shakshuka28honey cake16cash only11syrniki

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