Tempo · Market research
October 2026
Rruga e Elbasanit has the weakest competition of the three areas studied.
Grey dots: food and drink businesses. Blue dots: specialty cafés. Map and dots from OpenStreetMap, 12 October 2026.
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- Specialty cafés
- 13
- Espresso, average
- 190 L
- Rating, average
- 4.3
| Competitor | Espresso | Cappuccino | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORD Roasters | 210 L | 300 L | 4.6 (388) | Online menu |
| MONO Coffee | 200 L | 280 L | 4.5 (812) | |
| OPAL Bar | 190 L | 260 L | 4.3 (540) | Online menu |
| Kafe 71 | 160 L | 240 L | 3.8 (296) | Menu photo |
What customers say, from 2,036 public reviews
High prices34%
Noise19%
Service12%
Conclusion
Two strong brands carry the good ratings. Prices leave margin, but entering needs a distinct offer.
Pazari i Ri
- Specialty cafés
- 27
- Espresso, average
- 160 L
- Rating, average
- 4.5
| Competitor | Espresso | Cappuccino | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MUSE Café | 170 L | 250 L | 4.6 (704) | Online menu |
| Rebel Coffee | 160 L | 240 L | 4.5 (433) | |
| Kafe Rex | 160 L | 230 L | 4.5 (318) | Menu photo |
| Bar Mariner | 150 L | 220 L | 4.4 (502) | Online menu |
What customers say, from 1,957 public reviews
Too few seats28%
Waiting17%
High prices9%
Conclusion
The most crowded area, where everyone has high ratings. A new place stands out here only with a very clear offer.
Rruga e Elbasanit
- Specialty cafés
- 15
- Espresso, average
- 130 L
- Rating, average
- 4.1
| Competitor | Espresso | Cappuccino | Rating | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kafe Lira | 140 L | 200 L | 4.3 (164) | Online menu |
| Bar Bregu | 130 L | 190 L | 4.2 (97) | Menu photo |
| Kafe Vala | 130 L | 180 L | 4.0 (88) | |
| Bar Drita | 120 L | 170 L | 3.9 (63) | Menu photo |
What customers say, from 412 public reviews
Coffee quality31%
Slow service22%
Few places to work9%
Conclusion
Prices are the lowest and the most common complaint is coffee quality. This is the area worth checking on the ground.
Prices were read on 14–16 October 2026. Ratings are from online maps.
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