Must-see restaurants in Split

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    Konoba Matejuška

    Split

    This cosy, rustic tavern, in an alleyway minutes from the seafront, specialises in well-prepared seafood – as epitomised in its perfectly cooked fish…

  • Konoba Marjan

    Split

    Offering great-quality Dalmatian fare, this friendly little Veli Varoš tavern features daily specials such as cuttlefish brujet (a flavour-packed seafood…

  • Zoi

    Split

    Accessed by a discreet door on the waterfront promenade, this upstairs restaurant serves sophisticated modern Mediterranean dishes that look as divine as…

  • Konoba Fetivi

    Split

    Informal and family-run, with a TV screening sports in the corner, Fetivi feels more like a tavern than most that bear the konoba name. However, that…

  • Portofino

    Split

    Spilling onto a surprisingly quiet square at the heart of Diocletian's Palace, Portofino will charm the pants off you with its friendly service, elegant…

  • Restoran Perlica

    Split

    When Spličani are after a traditional feast of spit-roasted lamb they head for the hills – to Klis, to be exact. This roadside restaurant, founded in 1877…

  • Šug

    Split

    Whether your drop in for a marenda (early home-style lunch off the daily menu; 50KN to 90KN) or a more refined Dalmatian classic such as tećada (seafood…

  • Brasserie on 7

    Split

    The best of the Riva eateries; this waterfront brasserie's outdoor tables are the perfect vantage point for watching the passing parade. Start the day…

  • Dvor

    Split

    There's no better way to start a Split day than coffee and an omelette on the garden terrace of this upmarket restaurant, overlooking Firule beach…

  • Zinfandel

    Split

    The vibe might be more like that of an upmarket wine bar, but the food here is top notch, too. The menu includes delicious risotto, homemade pasta with…

  • Villa Spiza

    Split

    A locals favourite, just outside the walls of Diocletian's Palace, this low-key joint offers daily-changing, great-quality Dalmatian mainstays – calamari,…

  • Chops.Grill

    Split

    Chops, steak, chicken breast, duck breast, tuna, sea bass, lobster, scampi – you name it, they'll grill it. Don't skimp on the sides; the truffle mash is…

  • Luka

    Split

    Little Luka is as sweet as they come, serving muffins, cakes and coffee to locals on one of the inner city's least touristy squares. In summer there are…

  • Gušt

    Split

    Split's diehard pizza fans swear by this joint – it's cheap and very local, serving delicious pizza with Neapolitan-style chewy bases. The stone and brick…

  • Kruščić

    Split

    Spit's best bakery serves delicious bread, pastries and pizza slices. The focus is more savoury than sweet, although you'll find sweet things, too.

  • Trattoria Bajamont

    Split

    This tiny joint within the walls of Diocletian's Palace is like a granny’s living room, with old-school sewing-machine tables. There’s no sign above the…

  • Zora Bila

    Split

    After spending years building a reputation as a neighbourhood tavern in a non-touristy part of town, Zora Bila has moved to a prime spot above Bačvice…

  • Uje Oil Bar

    Split

    An offshoot of an olive-oil retailer, this restaurant and deli offers breakfasts, a small but ever-changing selection of mains, several tapas-style dishes…

  • Šperun

    Split

    A sweet little restaurant decked out with rustic details and exposed stone walls, Šperun is a favourite among foreigners – possibly because the waiters,…

  • Zlatna Ribica

    Split

    This iconic joint has sustained itself for nearly 25 years on an unpretentious and authentically local menu of fried whitebait, calamari and shrimp. The…

  • Pimpinella

    Split

    As local as you’ll find in Split, this konoba (tavern) on the ground floor of a family house serves unfussy but tasty food on a small terrace and in the…

  • Kadena

    Split

    This upmarket restaurant, wine bar and lounge has a large, airy terrace overlooking the sea in Zenta. Food can be pretentious and overpriced, but the…

  • Konoba Stare Grede

    Split

    Located 1km up the busy main street out of town, this is a blue-collar hang-out for marenda, a Dalmatian midday meal, with a rustic vibe – old beams,…

  • Bajamonti

    Split

    This sleek restaurant and cafe on grand Trg Republike offers excellent international fare, including refined seafood dishes. Grab a table on the square or…

  • Galija

    Split

    The go-to place for pizza in the old town, Galija is the sort of joint where locals take you for a good, simple meal. It also serves pasta and Dalmatian…

  • Konoba Girasole

    Split

    This parkside, family-style tavern is a pleasant place for a bite if you're visiting the nearby ruins of Salona.

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