Fried papanași and burgers in Sighișoara: where to eat them (our recommendation)
Where to eat fried papanași and good burgers in Sighișoara: at Martini & Habermann Bistro, at the foot of the citadel. Dubai-style or blueberry papanași, four burgers with fries included.
If you ask us where to find the best fried papanași in Sighișoara, our answer, based on taste, is simple: at Martini & Habermann Bistro, on Hermann Oberth Square, right at the foot of the citadel. And because a visit to Sighișoara builds an appetite, that is also where you'll find our favourite burgers in town.
Papanași are a classic Romanian dessert: soft fried doughnuts made with fresh cheese, served with cream and jam.
Papanași: Dubai or blueberry?
Two papanași, two experiences, one craving:
- Dubai papanași: fluffy papanași, pistachio cream, fine chocolate and crunchy kadayif. 36 lei.
- Papanași with blueberry jam: the classic version, with creamy sour cream and fragrant blueberry jam. 36 lei.
Our tip: if you can't decide, come with someone you love and try both.
The burgers
Burgers made with fresh ingredients, each served with its own portion of fries:
- Italian Burger: Angus beef, rocket, tomato jam, gorgonzola and crispy onion.
- Old Lady Cheeseburger: Angus, cheddar, pickles, lettuce and burger sauce.
- Mr. Crunchy Burger: crispy cornflake chicken, cheddar and lettuce.
- Burger Verdino: the 100% plant-based option, for when you want something different.
How to combine them with your visit
The bistro is a few steps from the Clock Tower, in the Lower Town, so it fits perfectly at the end of your route: come down from the citadel and stop at a table on the terrace with the fountain. Or the other way round: a good lunch before you climb up.
Practical information
- Address: Piața Hermann Oberth 42, Sighișoara.
- Opening hours: Monday–Saturday 8:00–23:00, Sunday 9:00–23:00.
- Phone: +40 755 360 805.
- Website: https://www.martinibistro.ro
- Offer: 10% off for users of the Explore Sighișoara digital guide: https://ghid.exploresighisoara.ro/en
Partner page: https://exploresighisoara.ro/local/4-cafe-martini-habermann
More ideas on where to eat in town in our guide: https://exploresighisoara.ro/en/article/where-to-eat-in-sighisoara
Transparency
This is a sponsored article: Martini & Habermann Bistro is an Explore Sighișoara partner. "The best papanași" is our opinion, based on taste. Prices are those shown by the bistro in October 2026 and may change.