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Obor Market

Bucharest, Romania

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Obor Market

A two-level covered pavilion in Bucharest sells fruit, vegetables, cheese, meat and household goods. Terraces outside grill mici, a skinless sausage, served with mustard and bread.

Highlights

  • Grilled mici at the terraces
  • Kebab stand at the market
  • Upstairs butchers and cheese counters

Good to know

  • Open most days of the week
  • Busiest on weekends
  • Cash advised, haggling is common

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