Обзор лучших магазинов и сервисов для покупки русских продуктов в Белграде: адреса, ассортимент, цены и доставка. Для экспатов и иммигрантов.
TL;DR
There are several offline stores and online services in Belgrade where you can buy Russian products: cottage cheese, sour cream, buckwheat, herring, and other items. The main places are "Русский Магазин" on Зеленый Венец, "Березка" on Дорчоле, and "Славянский Базар" on Звездаре. Russian Store Serbia and Berezka Online offer online delivery. Prices are higher than in Russia, but the assortment is stable.
After moving to Serbia, many expats face the fact that familiar products are simply not found in local chains (Maxi, Lidl, Konzum). Especially difficult with dairy products, cereals, canned goods, and sweets. In Belgrade, there are specialized stores that sell goods from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and other CIS countries. They are focused on the Russian-speaking diaspora, and some of them offer delivery around the city.
No documents are required to purchase products. Exception - alcohol and tobacco (only from 18 years).
| Store | Address | Working hours | Average price per kg (2024) | Delivery | Minimum order amount (online) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Русский Магазин | ул. Князя Милоша 111, Зеленый Венец | Mon-Fri 9:00-20:00, Sat 9:00-18:00, Sun 10:00-16:00 | Buckwheat 250 RSD, cottage cheese 400 RSD, sour cream 350 RSD | - | - |
| Березка | ул. Добрачина 12, Дорчол | Mon-Sat 8:00-22:00, Sun 9:00-21:00 | Buckwheat 220 RSD, herring 800 RSD/can, dumplings 600 RSD/kg | Yes (1-3 days) | 3 000 RSD |
| Славянский Базар | ул. Воеводы Степе 123, Звездар | Mon-Sat 7:00-23:00, Sun 8:00-22:00 | Cottage cheese 380 RSD, sour cream 320 RSD, tea 1 200 RSD/pack | - | - |
| Russian Store Serbia (online) | russianstore.rs | Around the clock | Buckwheat 300 RSD, condensed milk 250 RSD/can | Yes (2-4 days) | 5 000 RSD |
| Berezka Online | berezka.rs | Around the clock | Dumplings 700 RSD/kg, candies 1 500 RSD/kg | Yes (1-2 days) | 4 000 RSD |
Prices are valid as of June 2024. Exchange rates and inflation may change the cost.
Can I buy Russian products in regular supermarkets?
Yes, but the assortment is limited: in Maxi and Lidl you will find buckwheat, rice, pasta, but cottage cheese or sour cream almost never.
What products are the most popular?
Cottage cheese, sour cream, buckwheat, rice, herring in oil, dumplings, tangerines (in winter), "Приднестровский" tea, "Алёнка" candies, condensed milk, kvass.
Do they deliver to Novi Sad and Niš?
Most points work only in Belgrade. Russian Store Serbia delivers to Novi Sad for an additional fee; it is better to use online services for Niš.
Why are prices higher than in Russia?
Import duties, logistics, and the exchange rate of the dinar to the euro. For example, buckwheat in Moscow ≈ 150 RUB/kg, and in Belgrade ≈ 220 RSD/kg (1 RSD ≈ 0.0085 EUR).
Can I buy without VAT?
No. Domestic purchases are subject to PDV 20%, which is already included in the price.
If you know about other stores or services, write in the comments or to the editorial email.