The iconic “Lipov lad” cafe in Belgrade closed after 97 years.

The iconic tavern “Lipov lad” in Zvezdara, which was a favorite spot for many residents of Belgrade, officially closed on January 9th of this year after 97 years in operation. The decision to close was made by the director of the company that managed the tavern. Opened in 1928, the tavern was known for its Serbian specialties and served as a gathering place for local politicians during the SFRY period. The tavern was already on the brink of closing in the early 2000s but managed to survive then. After nearly 100 years, it remains…