Dining Etiquette in Serbia

Meals are usually social and unhurried, so wait for the host to invite you to start, keep your hands visible on the table, and expect generous toasts with rakija or wine during a long dinner. In traditional settings, it is polite to try a little of everything offered, and if you are invited to a kafana or a family lunch, lingering over conversation is part of the experience rather than a sign you should leave quickly.