Must-see restaurants in Southern Dalmatia

  • Bugenvila terrace

    Bugenvila

    Cavtat

    Not just the best place on Cavtat's seafront strip, Bugenvila is one of the culinary trendsetters of the Dalmatian coast. Local ingredients are showcased…

  • The main entrance to the restaurant 360° from Sv. Dominika street

    Restaurant 360°

    Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik's glitziest restaurant offers fine dining at its best, with flavoursome, beautifully presented, creative cuisine, an impressive wine list and…

  • Pantarul sits at the busy Lapad crossroads

    Pantarul

    Dubrovnik

    This breezy bistro aligns its menu with the seasons and has a reputation for exceptional homemade bread, pasta and risotto, alongside the likes of steaks,…

  • Nautika

    Dubrovnik

    Nautika bills itself as 'Dubrovnik's finest restaurant' and it comes pretty close. The setting is sublime, overlooking the sea and the city walls, and the…

  • Konoba Koraćeva Kuća

    Southern Dalmatia

    There's no better place to soak up the scenery than the terrace of this exceptional family-run restaurant, specialising in modern takes on Dalmatian…

  • Shizuku is located in an apartment building in the residential area of Dubrovnik

    Shizuku

    Dubrovnik

    Attentive local wait staff usher you to your table in the clean-lined, modern dining room of this popular restaurant, tucked away in a residential area…

  • The view of small Nishta terrace on Prijeko Street

    Nishta

    Dubrovnik

    The popularity of this tiny old-town restaurant is testament not just to the paucity of options for vegetarians and vegans in Croatia, but also to the…

  • Konoba Mate

    Korčula Island

    Our favourite place to eat on the entire island has the unlikely setting of the sleepy farming village of Pupnat, 11km west of Korčula Town. The menu is…

  • Proto

    Dubrovnik

    This elegant place is known for its fresh fish and bags of old-town atmosphere. To say it's 'long-standing' is an understatement – it opened its doors in…

  • Restaurant Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik

    One of Dubrovnik's most upmarket restaurants has a wonderfully unstuffy setting, occupying a covered rooftop terrace hidden among the venerable stone…

  • Đuđa i Mate restaurant interior

    Đuđa i Mate

    Southern Dalmatia

    Established by two best friends a quarter of a century ago, this landmark restaurant is famous for its Neretva regional specialities, particularly frogs…

  • View of Dolce Vita outside seating from the beginning of the street

    Dolce Vita

    Dubrovnik

    Over a dozen different kinds of sumptuous, creamy gelati are on offer at this sweet spot. Alternatively, choose from a substantial menu of cakes and…

  • Obala restaurant covered terrace

    Obala

    Elafiti Islands

    The finest restaurant on Lopud, Obala has been known for its seafood delicacies since 1938. The prices are as fine as the service and the food, but the…

  • The front entrance to Peppino's is at the shopping street of Prijeko

    Peppino's

    Dubrovnik

    With over 20 tempting varieties of thick, delicious gelato on offer, this artisanal ice-cream shop serves everything from your standard chocolate to funky…

  • Veranda

    Dubrovnik

    Showcasing dishes from five different regions (Slavonia, Dalmatia, Istria, Hercegovina and Southern Adriatic), the menu at Veranda is like a 'best of'…

  • Piknik Dubrovnik

    Dubrovnik

    Piknik Dubrovnik's gourmet kits upgrade nature outings into snazzy picnics. A spread of locally sourced cold cuts, cheeses, fruits, salads and drinks,…

  • Azur

    Dubrovnik

    When you've had your share of traditional Dalmatian fare, head to Azur for what is dubbed ‘Croatian-Asian fusion’ – a Croatian chef takes on Asian recipes…

  • Stermasi

    Mljet Island

    Stermasi's 11 apartments (from €65) are bright and modern, and either have a terrace or private balcony. But the big draw here is the restaurant, serving…

  • LD Terrace

    Korčula Island

    The LD stands for Lešić Dimitri and it's no surprise that Korčula’s most elegant accommodation should also have its finest restaurant. The setting is…

  • Konoba Maslina

    Korčula Island

    Everything you’d want from a rural konoba (simple family-run eatery), this place offers honest country cooking including local specialities such as…

  • Konoba Galija

    Mljet Island

    Galija is one of a string of seafood restaurants on the Pomena waterfront – each with its own yacht moorings and seawater tank stocked with lobsters. If…

  • Bistro Izvor

    Dubrovnik

    Izvor’s menu couples easy-to-love dishes such as tempura prawns or marinated ribs with a succinct list of Croatian wines and beers. But it all comes…

  • Marco's

    Korčula Island

    The hanging tentacles of filament lights over the bar and the big brass fixtures over the tables mark this out as one of Korčula's most fresh and fun…

  • Bota Šare Oyster & Sushi Bar

    Dubrovnik

    It's fair to say that most Croatians don't have much of an interest in or aptitude for Asian cooking, yet fresh seafood is something that they understand…

  • Konoba Maestral

    Mljet Island

    Maestral is an altogether charming family affair, with the owner's young children helping out front of house and the oldest son sweating away shovelling…

  • Konoba Bonaca

    Dubrovnik

    You'll need to catch a bus or taxi to get to this family-style eatery on the inlet north of the harbour. Being this far from the tourist fray means you'll…

  • Moby Dick

    Dubrovnik

    Set on restaurant-lined Prijeko street, Moby Dick has seen a fair share of neighbours come and go since its inception in 1985. Sticking to verified local…

  • Triton

    Southern Dalmatia

    Positioned at the centre of the lovely horseshoe cove of Zaklopatica, this excellent family-run seafood restaurant serves delicious fresh fish and lobster…

  • Slatki Kantun

    Dubrovnik

    Positioned by the pool on the terrace of the Hotel More, this 'pastry and cocktail bar' offers a seductive selection of sweet treats including the…

  • Aterina

    Korčula Island

    As well as being a brilliant place to watch the sunset, Aterina serves an excellent selection of Italian-influenced seafood dishes. The daily specials are…

  • Peco

    Cavtat

    Few local cafes sell food and even fewer bakeries have seats attached, making Peco a pleasant aberration. Peruse the cabinet then take a seat in the…

  • Konoba Belin

    Korčula Island

    It's all about the barbecue (which dad is firmly in control of) at this friendly, family-run place in the old part of Žrnovo, 2.5km west of Korčula Town…

  • Oliva Pizzeria

    Dubrovnik

    There are a few token pasta dishes on the menu, but this attractive little restaurant is really all about pizza. And the pizza is worthy of the attention…

  • Fast Food Republic

    Dubrovnik

    Owned and operated by a friendly young crew, this little burger bar serves a tasty selection of burgers, sandwiches, pizza slices and hot dogs. For a…

  • Kuća Sladoleda Rozata

    Cavtat

    Don't expect gimmicks at this 'house of ice cream', just delicious creamy gelato in a wide variety of flavours.

  • Taj Mahal Lero front

    Taj Mahal Lero

    Dubrovnik

    While the location doesn't match that of the old town's Taj Mahal, the food does – so if you're up for Bosnian cuisine but not for a long wait, head to…

  • View of Magellan restaurant building from across the street

    Magellan

    Dubrovnik

    Exploring the fusion of fresh Mediterranean ingredients and contemporary cooking techniques, dishes here come sprinkled with an international zing. With…

  • Cafe Festival sits in a 17th-century palace on Stradun

    Festival

    Dubrovnik

    Set in a 17th-century palazzo on the old town’s main drag, this quintessential Dubrovnik cafe offers unparalleled people-watching coupled with slick…

  • Kamenice restaurant stands out on Gundulić square

    Buffet Kamenice

    Dubrovnik

    Known for a simple menu of Dalmatian specialties, Kamenice's signature dishes include squid risotto, mussels in buzara (white wine) sauce, as well as…

  • LAJK restaurant seen from the table at their terrace

    LAJK

    Dubrovnik

    LAJK stands out among the many restaurants on Prijeko street for its charming trattoria-style setting and compact menu listing local dishes alongside…