Kvarner Restaurants
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1. Agatini Vrtovi
$$$ | |Quite possibly the most romantic restaurant in Rab Town, this spot has a garden terrace located right next to the ancient city walls. Soft intimate lighting and linen-topped tables accompany traditional Mediterranean cuisine served in a modern style. The wine list showcases the region's award-winners and the staff is eager to help guests select the best option.
Obala Kralja Petra Krešimira IV/12, Rab, Primorsko-Goranska, 51280, Croatia051-775–900Known For
- Romantic garden setting
- Top-notch wine list
- Fresh local ingredients
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
2. Baracuda
$$ | |Many of the yachts that line the harbor unload their human cargo at this small restaurant, which enjoys a big reputation for fresh fish dinners. Tuna carpaccio, shark on the grill, and lobster na buzaru (cooked with wine) are all great. Carnivores will be pleased with a couple of land-based courses as well. The restaurant's terrace is lively and leafy. Baracuda's size, matched with its good name, makes an early arrival or a reservation advisable.
Priko 31, Mali Lošinj, Primorsko-Goranska, 51550, Croatia051-233–309Known For
- Fresh fish and seafood
- Great location on the marina
- Gets crowded so reservations are smart
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
3. Konoba Bukaleta
$ | |Cres is famous for its lamb, and although the majority of restaurants have it on the menu, Bukaleta is the place for the best on the island. Located in the small village of Loznati, just 10 km (6 miles) south of Cres Town, Bukaleta has been run by the same family for more than 30 years. The cozy interior is rustic with a large open fireplace, a collection of old tools and pots and its namesake bukaleta, a traditional jug made of clay from which wine is normally shared around the table. The large outdoor terrace can accommodate 100 people.
Loznati 9A, Loznati, Primorsko-Goranska, 51557, Croatia051-571–606Known For
- Lamb 13 different ways
- Lamb slow-cooked in stone bread oven
- Traditional recipes passed down through generations
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
4. Konoba Fiume
$$ | |Tucked away in an alley right next to Rijeka's fish market, quaint Fiume fills with locals at lunchtime but closes early (by 6 pm). Unpretentious and friendly with a small streetside terrace, the tavern serves mostly seafood but also meat and pasta dishes. Prices are pleasantly affordable, and it's an atmospheric spot for the family to enjoy.
Vatroslava Lisinskog 12, Rijeka, Primorsko-Goranska, 51000, Croatia051-312–108Known For
- Friendly atmosphere
- Fresh seafood
- Affordable prices
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Rate Includes: Closed Sun. -
5. Konoba Rab
$$ | |Tucked away in a narrow side street between Srednja and Gornja in Rab Town, this konoba is warm and inviting, with exposed-stone walls, traditional decor, and rustic furniture. Grilled fish and meat are the house specialties, and the menu offers a good choice of pastas and risotto.
Kneza Branimira 3, Rab, Primorsko-Goranska, 51280, Croatia051-725–666Known For
- Welcoming staff and cozy atmosphere
- Traditional specialties slow cooked in the peka over the fire
- Excellent seafood dishes
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov. and Feb. No lunch Sun. -
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6. Nada
$$ | |Many locals consider Nada's outdoor terrace the best place to enjoy a glass of crisp Žlahtina wine, island cheeses, seafood crudo, and homemade bread on a late summer afternoon. The sweeping views from its cliffside perch are magnificent and the homemade wines are refreshing. Just across the street, the main restaurant offers a sophisticated indoor seating area and a front terrace lined with traditional wooden tables. But skip those and head to the top-tiered terraces, where views over the sea under billowing white sailcloth add an unbeatable level of romance. Don't skip the seafood risotto, tuna tartare, and šurlice with mussels.
Glavača 22, Vrbnik, Primorsko-Goranska, 51516, Croatia051-857–065Known For
- Excellent seafood dishes
- Cheese platters, prosciutto, and wine
- Cliffside terrace ideal for aperitivo
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Easter, Reservations essential -
7. Restaurant Matsunoki
$$$ | |This upscale restaurant combines the best of local organic ingredients with Japanese cooking techniques and tastes. As good as Mediterranean food is, it can often leave your taste buds yearning for something more exotic, and the chef here introduces a masterful Japanese style to the menu. In this part of the world, Japanese cooking is often a poor imitation of the real thing, but this pricey diversion from the typical fish restaurants is unique, uniquely good, and well worth the hefty prices.
Čikat 9, 51550, Croatia051-679–0000Known For
- Japanese dumplings stuffed with lamb, fennel, and carrot
- Smoked oysters with unagi sauce
- Excellent selection of sake
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Rate Includes: Reservations essential -
8. Rivica
$$ | |This classic seafood restaurant has a long tradition of superior service and sophisticated dishes but lacks much of the pretense usually attached to such accolades. This is not a restaurant that rests on its past laurels, as is clear from the modern menu additions like the Tuna 2F, a fresh-fusion cold starter tuna tartare with sashimi and chips, or the duck mousse with caramelized onions on toast. The chef is clearly striving to ensure that the restaurant stays relevant by serving not just the traditional fresh fish classics that have won over diners in the past.
Ribarska Obala 13, Njivice, Primorsko-Goranska, 51512, Croatia051-846–101Known For
- Grilled lobster and crayfish
- Foie gras and duck fillet
- Warm professional staff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Dec.–Mar., Reservations essential -
9. Submarine Burger Rijeka
$ | |Tucked in a corner just off the main walking area, this family-friendly spot is a great place to come for a healthier burger. Try the homemade fries with shaved Grana Padano cheese and tartufi (truffle) sauce. Great vegan options include several protein-packed salads and vegetarian burgers. The restaurant is a local chain with locations in Zagreb, Zadar, Split, and Belgrade and makes consistent efforts to be socially responsible by fundraising for local charities and causes.
Marka Marulića 4, 51000, Croatia051-581–363Known For
- Sliders (trios of mini-versions of their most popular burgers)
- Ice cream with cookies
- Giving back to local community
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10. Velum
$$ | |This family-owned restaurant offers regional and local Rab specialties, such as seafood risotto, homemade pasta with mussels and shrimp, seafood crudo, grilled meats, and locally caught fish. All are served with a friendly welcoming attitude in a cool modern environment.
Palit 71, Rab, Primorsko-Goranska, 51280, Croatia051-774–855Known For
- Perfect homemade chocolate cake for dessert
- Excellent grilled meat platter for two
- Local seafood dishes like grandma would make
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11. Žal
$$ | |If you ask locals where to go on Krk for incredible seafood in a scenic setting, you'll hear this restaurant recommended over and over again. Located right on the water in the small fishing village of Klimno (the north end of the island), this family-run establishment combines delicious traditional dishes like whole brancin (sea bass), slow-roasted u soli (under salt), and šurlice with Kvarner scampi with gorgeous seaside views. Tables are right on the quay, and many diners arrive by yacht. Best to reserve a table, particularly if you want to dine during sunset (and you do).
Klimno 44, 51514, Croatia051-853–142Known For
- Fresh whole fish
- Quayside setting perfect for sunset dining
- Traditional island specialties
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Rate Includes: Reservations essential -
12. Artatore/Kod Janje
$$$ | |Ten km (6 miles) north of Mali Lošinj, in the small village of Artatore, you'll find a restaurant of the same name, which locals also call Kod Janje (Chez Janje) and consider the best on the entire island. The seafood here is à l'ordre du jour; order the scampi in white wine with polenta, grilled fish, or lobster tagliatelle. For meat-eaters, the house specialty is lamb from the wood-burning oven with fried crepes filled with fresh cheese and asparagus.
Artatore 132, Mali Lošinj, Primorsko-Goranska, 51550, Croatia098-536–477Known For
- A seafood lover's paradise
- Longevity: the place has been open for over 45 years
- Thick crab soup
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr. -
13. Bistro Mala Riba
$$ | |This cheerful bistro offers a delicious lineup of Kvarner-style tapas that are best enjoyed on the pleasant outdoor terrace. Seafood lovers will have a hard time choosing between menu items—including assorted fish crudo, sardines marinated in lemon juice, octopus salad, sea-snail salad, fried olives, barley, and squid stew—and will definitely find themselves coming back for more.
Ulica 43 Istarske Divizije 22A, Opatija, Primorsko-Goranska, 51211, Croatia051-277–945Known For
- Kvarner-style seafood tapas
- Bright and trendy atmosphere
- Friendly service
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14. Bora Bar
$$ | |Creative Italian dishes like tuna carpaccio with celery root and truffles are what you'll find at this friendly restaurant in Rovenska Bay. The dynamic owners—part Croatian, part expat—bring a joie de vivre and an eclectic style to the place that attracts curious foodies to their tables. Great attention is paid to the homemade pasta and local herbs, which are picked nearby and masterly infused in dishes by the Italian chef-owner.
Rovenska 3, Veli Lošinj, Primorsko-Goranska, 51551, Croatia051-867–544Known For
- Homemade pasta
- Truffle-infused dishes
- Homemade limoncello
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
15. Draga di Lovrana
$$$$ | |Tucked in a forested green valley of the Učka mountains with a gorgeous view of the island of Cres, this boutique hotel is also the proud holder of the first Michelin-starred restaurant in the Kvarner Bay region. The peaceful nature of the restaurant's surroundings is enough reason to make the trek up from Lovran. Couple that with an unforgettable dining experience, and you have the making of something extraordinary.
Lovranska Draga 1, 51415, Croatia051-294–166Known For
- First-class fine dining
- Tales that the hotel was once haunted
- Surroundings of wild beauty
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues. -
16. Istranka
$$ | |With a delightful covered terrace flanked by a twisting tree, this small restaurant is Opatija's best option for fresh simply prepared seafood like grilled octopus and scampi risotto. But Istranka is also a winner for those who are not fans of seafood: taking its influence from the neighboring region of Istria, the menu features njoki, gnocchi with local ham and cheese, and of course, other local dishes with famous Istrian truffles.
Bože Milanovića 2, Opatija, Primorsko-Goranska, 51410, Croatia051-271–835Known For
- Traditional Istrian cuisine
- Affordable prices
- Friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Jan. -
17. Konoba Belona
$ | |This family-run restaurant understands the true meaning of making guests feel welcome. Meals are freshly prepared in a classic way that honors the treasures of Cres. Belona is both recognizable for its homey atmosphere and excellent food. The pepper steak is well worth a try, as is the freshly caught scarpina (scorpionfish) grilled over the fire.
Hrvatskih Branitelja 15, 51557, Croatia051-571–203Known For
- Pepper steak
- Pistachio semifreddo
- Away from the harbor crowds
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Dec.–Mar. -
18. Konoba Feral
$ | |Frequented by locals (especially at lunch), this excellent informal seafood restaurant lies on a side road conveniently close to the City Market. House specialties are crni rižot (cuttlefish-ink risotto), seafood tagliatelle, whole fish, and shellfish. Fish is charged by weight. Adriatic blue fish, like sardines, is delicious and very affordable.
Matije Gupca 5B, Rijeka, Primorsko-Goranska, 51000, Croatia051-212–274Known For
- Affordable traditional dishes
- Popular with locals
- Cozy atmosphere
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No dinner mid-Sept.–June -
19. Konoba Hibernicia
$ | |A nice little terrace right by the bell tower in the heart of the stone hilltop village of Lubenice is the perfect location for a light lunch of pršut (prosciutto), cheese, olives, and a glass of local wine. For a more hearty meal, order lamb-stew gnocchi or lamb liver with polenta, since lamb is a specialty on Cres.
Lubenice 17, Lubenice, Primorsko-Goranska, 51557, Croatia051-525–040Known For
- Relaxed atmosphere
- Simple traditional food
- Not-so-friendly staff
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
20. Konoba Santa Maria
$$ | |Although the medieval palace setting may feel a bit dramatic for some, others love sitting in this character-filled historic restaurant. You are perched in front of and upon massive wooden furniture in an old stone building in the heart of Old Town Rab. In the evening, the torch illuminations allow the background to take a backseat. Come for excellent grilled meat and fresh seafood dishes like shrimp risotto and mussels buzara.
Dinka Dokule 6, Rab, Primorsko-Goranska, 51280, Croatia051-724–196Known For
- Local seafood dishes
- Welcoming friendly service
- Medieval stone setting
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr.
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