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In this lovely restaurant, you can taste the delicious meat and fish… for example.

On the seafront promenade, this is the pizzeria where the locals like to hang out. If you're in the mood for a pizza worthy of the name, the Mirkec brothers are the place to go! You'll love the large terrace, the wide choice of pizzas and the Italian and Dalmatian cuisine (fish, grilled meats and vegetables, seafood, fresh pasta, risotto, etc.). Fast service and good atmosphere. Other address: Ulica Sv. Tudora (Okrug Gornji).

Among the succession of restaurants that line the avenue, this tavern with terrace, located next to the Crikvenica hotel, attracts attention. On the menu, traditional Mediterranean cuisine, Adriatic specialities, such as risotto with cuttlefish ink, whole pike or grilled squid, accompanied by the essential blitva, this crushed potato and chard in olive oil, very digestible. Homemade fried potatoes are not bad either! The konoba also offers rooms for rent.

It is one of the most famous restaurants in the city, an institution, where hoteliers send their clients without hesitation. We therefore advise you to make a reservation, especially in high season when the tables are quickly filled. The owner and his wife will welcome you with a few words in French and will tell you about their Dalmatian cuisine: a good plate of cold cuts, cheeses, grilled fish and seafood, grilled vegetables, blitva... A good wine list and tempting desserts! Here the customer is really "the king".

" Sabbia "means sand in Italian and, indeed, it can be located on the ground floor, opposite the beach, at a lower table and on the benches laid on the cove. Relaxing break for a refreshing drink, with or without alcohol. Good cocktail card. On the floor, two ambiances, pizzeria-bar-lounge or more chic lounge cafe with breathtaking views on the coast. In the evening, it's animated with djs. In short, beach club, restaurant and music evenings.

At the marina, at the foot of Mount Marijan, on a promontory on the rocks of Sustipan, this restaurant enjoys a privileged location, with a terrace offering a breathtaking view of the sea. The menu offers traditional Dalmatian specialties, a fisherman's cuisine, carefully prepared with local seasonal produce and fresh fish, in the spirit of slow food gastronomy. You'll come for the view, the sophisticated cuisine, the peaceful nautical ambience and the attentive service. Takeaway also available.

On the island of Smokvica, the family-oriented tavern is well known. Here, the open kitchen is located next to the entrance so that everyone can see what is cooked and how. On the menu of the day, fish, of course, from fillet to plate with a good application on the dressing, a few flower petals and lemon water to rinse your fingers. Simple and tasty dishes that can be enjoyed without moderation, accompanied by a good local wine. Finish with one of the desserts à la carte. Convivial service and friendly atmosphere.

Mare Šešelja, the sailors' protective mother, saved many a fisherman trapped by the bura, the cold northerly wind that sometimes blows here. Her house was one of the obligatory stops on the passage between Dugi Otok and the archipelago; the Šešelja family, a bit of a cult in the Kornati, still own the place. Today, at Le Mare, you can still eat grilled or boiled fish, in soup or risotto, whole shellfish, but also white meats served with blitva, French fries or southern vegetables.

With a part of its terrace on stilts and its unobstructed view of the sea, this tavern has character. Logically, the kitchen specializes in fish products. Octopus salad, rock fish soup, well-prepared fresh squid, grilled swordfish, seafood risotto but also grilled meats, all accompanied by southern vegetables and good wines from the region (regional babić or even rosé). Reservation recommended for your table on the terrace. Attentive service and friendly atmosphere. Good address.

On the bay of Vrulje, where anchoring is easy, the konoba has changed. The owners have transformed it from a fisherman's tavern into an upscale global concept. A café lounge with a terrace, deckchairs and canopies on duckboards, all facing the pontoon and private jetty for mooring boats. The bar menu features a selection of cocktails, wines and champagne, while the restaurant focuses on revisited seafood cuisine. For your stay, deluxe, double and quadruple rooms and boat rentals are available.

Between the old town and the main beach, the terrace of this konoba offers a breathtaking view of Primošten. If you prefer to sit inside, the view is still admirable. Opened in 2001, this inn is considered one of Primošten's must-try restaurants. Set to traditional music, the fisherman's kitchen offers a wide variety of fish, seafood and other house specialties, such as whole octopus with potatoes stewed under a bell over a wood fire(peka in Croatian, to be ordered in advance).

Opposite the Ilirija Marina, this good fishermen's restaurant offers, depending on the arrival, seafood platters, lobster, grilled fish, octopus salad, shellfish risotto (or a vegan variant), sausages (ćevapčići) with southern vegetables or French fries... Friendly service. The owners also rent apartments and three motor boats. Contact them by e-mail or directly at the restaurant, they will be happy to inform you about availability and rental conditions.

This tavern is located near the archaeological site of Biograd, next to an early Christian basilica. On the menu in well-presented plates, carefully prepared Dalmatian dishes, alternating between land and sea according to each person's tastes and desires. You will come there after or before the visit of the historic sites, or simply for its quiet atmosphere. Remember to accompany your dish with a good glass of local wine and finish, if you have room, with an à la carte dessert. Attentive and responsive service. Good address.

A little off-center, close to the Galleria Business Center, the restaurant is located at the back of a courtyard. You don't come here for the decor but for the vegan choice. The menus change every day, based on cereals, vegetables, legumes and other ingredients rich in nutrients and taste (rice, bulgur, millet, quinoa, amaranth, tofu, seitan, tempeh, chickpeas, buckwheat and spelt, green shoots, seaweed...) À la carte, soups, moussakas, lasagna, tortillas, vegetarian burger, falafel, pasta and fresh salads, etc. On the spot or to take away

If you go far from Jelacica Square, think of making a jump to this address in the inner courtyard of a small lane on the left just before McDonald's. It's a bar bar hosted by Richard and Samuel, two friendly French from the southeast who will make a healthy and varied food. You will find a wide selection of salads and sandwiches, French dishes such as ratatouille or pick, and of course their famous chocolate soufflé. Good appetite.

A family-run restaurant on the long avenue leading to the Borik seaside district. Fisherman and chef Drago Olić-Roko, the owner, gave his name to the place, and it's he who chooses the fish and seafood served here. For example, octopus salad, platters of grilled shellfish or whole fish, squid ink risotto or spaghetti with lobster, the house specialty. Grilled meat dishes are also excellent, as are pizzas and bruschettas. On the premises or to take away. Nice terrace and friendly staff.

The village elders will tell you: "There's always been a konoba Belona here! Although you won't have a view of the harbor or the marina, you will discover a popular restaurant, typical of the Adriatic coast. At the entrance to the town, in a house with a terrace overlooking... the road! The family-style cuisine is simple and generous, with plates featuring freshly caught fish (baked sea bass, grilled squid, seafood risotto), accompanied by southern vegetables, French fries or fried potatoes and local white wine.

This restaurant boasts a superb terrace overlooking a pretty cove (Veli Žal). All day long, you can order cold drinks, lunch and dinner. The menu features grilled fish, seafood and shellfish, octopus, a plate of local cheeses and charcuterie, southern vegetables... In summer, the site below is colonized by deckchairs and parasols, spoiling the view. If it's cool outside, the dining room is pleasant.

At the foot of the hill, topped by the campanile of the San Antonio Abate church, this fisherman's restaurant is renowned in Veli Losinj. It offers a picturesque terrace on the quay. The tables are oriented so as not to miss out on the panoramic view of the old town and the sea. Here, of course, you'll find platters of shellfish, seafood salads and pasta, stewed octopus, fried fish and grilled fish, as well as local charcuterie and wood-fired meats. Don't forget to book, as it's often fully booked.

At the entrance of a seawater, close to a church (Crkvica Navještenja Blažene Djevice Marije) and a lighthouse (lanterna), this restaurant has a dominant position on the rocks. From its terrace, it becomes a wonderful spot for sunset. Recommended as much for the view of a fresh or hot drink as for the restaurant, where you can serve fish cooking but also grilled meat. For a well-placed table, you must book.

A restaurant that does not overlook the port but in a pedestrian alley. That's just as nice. You will find fresh fish and seafood because the owner is a fisherman. On the printed menu, prefer the suggestion of the day, generally the house proposes the arrivals from the port and the market, such as squid and crayfish in sauce, grilled white fish... For meat lovers, there is also lamb roasted under peka (stewed on embers). Accompany it with a good wine from the region.

In the center of the old port, a terrace on the waterfront. A menu very much oriented towards fisherman's cooking. Do not deprive yourself of rock fish soups, octopus salads or stuffed squid... Fresh whole fish is offered by the kilo: sea bream, pollock, scorpion fish, tuna, octopus, depending on the catch of the day. It will be presented to you grilled, accompanied by seafood and the famous blivića (chard and crushed potatoes), optional grilled southern vegetables, all generously elongated with regional olive oil, naturally

A good restaurant in Baška, where the competition is tough! In an elegant interior with original marine decor (exposed stonework, model ships hanging on the walls, sculptures, driftwood) and a terrace overlooking the beach, the restaurant offers seafood dishes such as grilled fish and crab in sauce, as well as meat dishes and a wide selection of pizzas and pastas. The house also rents out comfortable rooms in two independent villas on the heights of the resort (villas Anna & Eda).

The formula here is all vegetable and gourmet. On generous plates, the yellow of polenta or whole peppers contrasts with the green of broccoli, guacamole or blitva - the olive-oil crushed potato and chard or other green sprouts - typical of Croatian cuisine. Golden seed cakes with tomatoes, mixed legumes, minestrone, pasta with Istrian truffles, white or black rice and more. So many beautiful chromatic tones and good natural flavors. Good desserts too.

In this family-run restaurant, traditional local recipes are given an Italian twist. A good address for fisherman's cuisine, fresh pasta with lobster and tomato sauce, cuttlefish simmered in buzzara (a traditional Dalmatian sauce made with white wine, garlic and parsley), a casserole of mussels, squid and other shellfish... Also, on the terroir side, a dish of mixed grilled meats cooked in an earthenware pot, accompanied by sautéed potatoes (a dish that can be shared to order). Beautiful covered terrace.

At aperitif time, this wine bar and restaurant serves its customers in the alley on small wooden tables. You can order trays, plates, bowls or sandwiches for a fresh and colorful assortment of Dalmatian tapas. For example, fried and foamed fish, seafood or marinated anchovies, cheese and cold cuts with arugula and olives, all accompanied by a white or red wine of the region, served by the glass or bottle. Also grilled meats, pasta and good desserts.

Just a few meters from the main bus station, Bistro 49 is the perfect place to take a relaxing break with your luggage while waiting for the bus to arrive! If you have to leave early, the establishment serves excellent breakfasts and at lunch and dinner, quick formulas well adapted for travelers (bruschettas, burgers) or sausage and French fries, fresh pasta with sauce and vegan plates. Smiling service and reasonable prices. On game nights, we meet in a good mood around craft beers.

The fisherman's cooking in this tavern is excellent. On the menu, fresh fish with grilled vegetables, seafood platter, risotto, fresh pasta and other typical Adriatic dishes. For those who are not attracted by the seafood cuisine, or to complete the meal, also cold meats and excellent cheese from Pag. Special mention for the desserts, especially the carob cake and its fig-almond ice cream balls. The relaxed atmosphere also makes the success of this good little konoba. Don't forget to make a reservation, it's often full.

With its original menu, the Camplin, named after a historic square, explains the fundamentals of Italian pizza making. Since 1992, it is the best pizzeria of the port! It qualifies itself by a large choice of small and large pizzas, by an excellent dough, quality and generous toppings. You can sit in a small elegant dining room with exposed stones or on the terrace overlooking the sea. It is not easy to get a seat, so you have to come early or enjoy your meal inside in summer or take it away.

Next to a serious competitor, the gastronomic Leut, the family restaurant Aco is holding its own. The father, former owner, has handed over to his daughter and son-in-law, in order to continue fishing on his boat. It is one of the few places in the port that serves baked octopus, a traditional dish of the Adriatic coast. You can also try fish soup, shellfish in sauce or grilled lobster. In this cuisine of the sea, it is difficult to make a choice among all these dishes. Good authentic atmosphere.

The family restaurant is a tavern with a rustic and marine-inspired interior. The local atmosphere is pleasant. This fishermen's restaurant features grilled fish, fried squid, but also continental Croatian specialties (ham and cheese platter, fresh pasta with goulash meat). All of this, washed down or cooked with olive oil produced by the family. If you have any room left, you can choose from a variety of homemade desserts, such as fig and walnut cake.

This tavern offers seafood specialties and southern recipes, grilled meats, fresh pasta with anchovy fillets, olives, tomatoes, macaroni with truffles and bacon. But why not try the shellfish risotto, prawns in sauce, whole fish with grilled vegetables and blitva? A wide choice that will satisfy every customer. Pleasant service and lively atmosphere. Accompany it with a glass of local wine. The owners have another restaurant, Konoba Mali Nono (J. J. Strossmayera 39) with the same formula.

This tavern is located in an alleyway in the old town. On the terrace or in the stone-panelled dining room, you can order simple, tasty southern dishes: seafood antipasti, charcuterie and local cheese for starters. We continue with salads (octopus or tuna), seafood spaghetti, grilled meat or fish, served with homemade fries or mashed potatoes and green shoots(blitva), or a vegetarian plate, all accompanied by regional wines. Impeccable service and a great atmosphere.

More than just a bakery, just behind the Théâtre National, you'll find a cosy place with a mezzanine and terrace, which doubles up as a delicatessen, health food store, sandwich shop, salad bar and tea room.Gluten-free food intolerants and all the rest come here to order excellent "sendvic", such as homemade sandwich bread (corn flour/sunflower seeds), vegan or prust/lettuce. Other choices include pizzas, savoury and sweet tarts, hamburgers, apple burek, cakes and cookies. On site or takeaway.

On the inland road between Humac and Gdinj, just outside the hamlet Zastražišće, the farm of the Kuzmičić family is established in organic farming. You can visit it, walk among the animals, donkeys, goats, cats, rabbits, most of them living freely. You can explore the estate, which offers beautiful views of the countryside, the sea and the Makarska Riviera. You can have lunch on the spot in bistronomy formula or grill. Goat cheese, smoked ham, olive oil, bread, wine, everything is produced on site. Sale to take away also. Friendly welcome.

With its marble, colonnade and panoramic terrace overlooking the gulf, the architect-designed building impresses, as does the champagne bar. You feel like you're on an elegant cruise in this 5-star hotel, which also has a lounge bar and a fine restaurant. The chef emphasizes local and organic products, the fisherman's table, the refined desserts, all of which are prepared in a graphic and very careful manner. Good wine list too. The restaurant is open to all and serves until midnight.

It's not easy to find a good restaurant in Pula's most touristic street! Here, the terrace is already an asset. Bordered by a park, it offers the pleasure of dining with an unobstructed view of Mediterranean greenery. On the plate, typical southern cuisine: charcuterie/cheese platter, rocket/olive salad, pizzas, fried calamari, grilled meats or ćevapčići, fish (excellent semi-cooked tuna) or southern vegetables, squid ink risotto, pasta in sauce. Regional wines by the glass.

Just behind the Bernardo konoba is the Top konoba. Both offer a fisherman's cuisine generously prepared with local olive oil. This is one of the characteristics of the Dalmatian table. White fish, thick sliced tuna steak, shellfish (langoustines, shrimps, etc.), everything is fresh, usually marinated and grilled or served with a pepper sauce, accompanied by chips or southern vegetables. Other choices, green pasta, gnocchi, a children's menu with a pancake and ice cream for dessert... Remember to book on the terrace on the first floor to enjoy the view of the port.

Let's call it a restaurant-pizzeria-grill rather than a simple bistro! The establishment has been run since 1994 by a family from Poreč. In the vicinity of Juraj Dobrile Park and the Euphrasian Basilica, it's well placed. It's easy to recognize the two-hundred-year-old building that houses it. Here, you can enjoy a drink and a quiet meal on the terrace. The menu features seafood, lobster and grilled fish, as well as fresh pasta with truffle sauce, risotto, pizzas, full salads and grilled meats.

At the beach on a budget? Chang's is just the thing to change that. And the fusion of Asian and Adriatic cuisine works very well. Here, they pack your large portion of seafood, chicken or smoked tofu noodles with vegetables in a cardboard bowl (with chopsticks). Same take-out options for Asian BBQ kebabs, shrimp tempura, pad thai or the vegan wok. With that, a good green smoothie or a beer!

Croatia's first Hard Rock Café opened its doors in April 2023 in Dubrovnik's former cloister of the Poor Clares. The 850^m2 space can accommodate over 400 people. You can sit inside, in the beautiful courtyard, or in another outdoor area overlooking the large Onofrio fountain. On the menu are burgers and snacks typical of the British chain, as well as cocktails and live music in the evenings. A small boutique sells T-shirts, hats, badges, glasses and other accessories.

Opening in 2022, Kiosk (literally "kiosk") is the brainchild of the team behind the famous Azur in the old town. As in its first restaurant, the gastronomic offering here too blends local tradition with flavours from elsewhere. The Kiosk menu features ramen, pork tostada, sushi and four versions of the popular Hawaiian dish poke (vegan, tuna, salmon and chicken). The atmosphere is relaxed and the quality/price ratio quite good. Ideal for a gourmet break in the Gruž district!

A restaurant with large tables and a warm atmosphere, which likes to organize meals for parties, weddings and other communions. Among the regional specialities, the classic freshwater fish grilled over a wood fire or one of the best fish paprikash. Grilled meat is not forgotten, sausages, amazing Slavonic sausages, kulen, local cured meats, goulash, all enjoyed with a beer or the fruity white wine of the house. The relaxed atmosphere can become very joyful with musicians.

You've got to try this little restaurant on the harbor. Konoba Na Kantunu offers its customers seafood cuisine, often served on generous plates or in several ramekins. Try the local specialty, octopus ragout, which is delicious. And don't forget the shellfish platters, the fresh fish court-bouillon, and the daily grilled meats with vegetables just seared in olive oil, all accompanied by a good natural white wine from the region. And last but not least, our homemade desserts are sure to please.

With its terrace offering a splendid panoramic view of the sea and the island of Cres, the Kvarner restaurant is well placed. In the high tourist season, it's best to make a reservation if you want to be well placed. Open all day, it's very popular for lunch and even more so for dinner. On the menu: Istrian specialties, land and sea, fish and meat dishes, grilled or in sauce, often spiced up with that famous truffle-flavored oil, fresh pasta, gnocchi, risotto, accompanied by a wide choice of regional wines.

If you're looking for an authentic restaurant where you can meet the locals, go to Fish Food More. The locals come here because they appreciate quality, inexpensive fisherman's cooking. It's all the more enjoyable to get a glimpse of Croatian life. The menu offers a choice of grilled fish platters, accompanied by rocket salad or mashed potatoes and green shoots(blitva), seafood, shellfish pasta and home-made marinated sardines. For a cuisine that focuses almost exclusively on the sea.