Eden by Valza is the rooftop restaurant of Valza Boutique Hotel, our family-run 4-star hotel, on the sixth floor in Uji i Ftohtë, Vlorë, with a 180-degree view of the Bay of Vlora. Open to hotel guests and outside diners every year from 15 May to 15 October, it serves modern Albanian and Mediterranean cuisine, Albanian wines and signature cocktails.
The kitchen, led by a chef trained at the ENAIP Veneto cookery school in Italy, draws on the land and the sea of southern Albania: spaghettoni with clams, grilled octopus, pasta with lamb ragù, baked Albanian white cheese and a short seasonal menu, with a children’s menu for families. Cocktails use herbs and citrus from Valza’s own garden. From cocktail time, 18:00 to 19:00, to the last course, the evening follows the light over the bay, and when it rains, dinner continues in the enclosed dining area.
Sustainable Gastronomy & Slow Tourism
Connecting Food, People and Place
At Valza Boutique Hotel, our involvement in the Slow Food community of Vlora reflects a commitment to preserving culinary heritage, celebrating regional food culture and encouraging a more thoughtful approach to hospitality.
Our philosophy is guided by respect for traditional knowledge, appreciation of local producers and the natural rhythm of the seasons. From the ingredients we select to the experiences we create, we believe gastronomy offers a meaningful connection between visitors and the destination.
Discover how our commitment to Slow Food brings together Albanian traditions, contemporary hospitality and the cultural identity of Southern Albania.
What Guests Say About Eden by Valza
Read what guests have written on Tripadvisor about their evenings at Eden by Valza, our rooftop restaurant in Uji i Ftohtë.
Plan your evening at Eden by Valza
Before your evening on the rooftop, our Eden Culinary Journal answers the questions guests ask most: whether you need a reservation, how to get the best sunset table, the best time to visit and what happens if the weather changes. It also explains how we welcome couples, families and groups and host birthdays and private celebrations, and shares the stories behind our cooking, from the coastal pantry of Vlorë to where to eat in Vlorë, and why so many guests choose Eden by Valza.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Eden by Valza?
Eden by Valza is on the sixth-floor rooftop of Valza Boutique Hotel, Rruga Llambro Rexho 1, in Uji i Ftohtë, on the southern side of Vlorë, opposite Marina Bay. A lift takes guests from the hotel entrance to the rooftop, with a 180-degree view of the Bay of Vlora.
When is Eden by Valza open?
Eden by Valza is open every year from 15 May to 15 October, every day from 18:00 to 24:00, with cocktail time from 18:00 to 19:00. Breakfast on the rooftop, from 08:00 to 10:30, is open to outside guests too. For sunset, check the sunset time for your date and arrive 30 to 45 minutes before.
Can I dine at Eden by Valza if I am not staying at the hotel?
Yes. Eden by Valza welcomes outside diners as well as hotel guests. Restaurant guests can use the parking of Valza Boutique Hotel, depending on capacity.
How do I reserve a table at Eden by Valza?
Reserve by phone or WhatsApp on +355 69 60 22022 with your date, time and number of guests. Booking ahead is recommended for sunset, summer weekends, celebrations and larger groups, and the team confirms your table in its reply.
What kind of food does Eden by Valza serve?
Eden by Valza serves modern Albanian and Mediterranean cuisine: seafood such as spaghettoni with clams and grilled octopus, meat such as lamb ragù pasta and beef tagliata, vegetable dishes and salads, a children’s menu, Albanian wines and signature cocktails.
Can Eden by Valza host private events and groups?
Yes. The rooftop and restaurant can host birthdays, private dinners, company events and travel groups for up to 100 guests. When it rains, an enclosed dining area keeps the evening going. Contact the team in advance to plan seating and menu.
Book the rooftop for your group
Eden is where memories are made.
Book our rooftop and restaurant for your private event, for up to 100 guests.
Whether with friends, family or colleagues, let yourself be carried away by Eden.