Must-see restaurants in Dubrovnik

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Zuzori restaurant terrace

    Zuzori

    Dubrovnik

    Tucked away in a quiet side alley, Zuzori couples Dubrovnik street ambience with Mediterranean delights served with a contemporary flair. Highlighting…

  • Konoba Dubrava front entrance

    Konoba Dubrava

    Dubrovnik

    Nestled in a patch of forest on the Srđ hill plateau, this rustic tavern offers a refreshing change from the old town’s neatly set terraces and polished…

  • Tabasco pizzeria front entrance

    Pizzeria Tabasco

    Dubrovnik

    Tucked away between the old town and the cable-car station, Tabasco is a local’s fave. Wood-fired pizzas with an ample variety of toppings, plus shaded…

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    Buffet Škola

    Dubrovnik

    Tucked away in a narrow side street just off Stradun, this sandwich outlet has been around for decades. Serving platters of Dalmatian delicacies –…

  • Tutto Bene Lapad front

    Tutto Bene Lapad

    Dubrovnik

    Fast food meets table service in a glassy pavilion attached to a takeaway joint on the Lapad Bay pedestrian strip. While waiting for their pizza, burger,…

  • The entrance to Konoba Dalmatino

    Dalmatino

    Dubrovnik

    At the heart of Dubrovnik's main eat street, Dalmatino is a good place to try the likes of black risotto, octopus salad and truffle pasta, albeit at old…

  • Amfora restaurant viewed from across the road

    Amfora

    Dubrovnik

    From the street, Amfora looks like just another local cafe-bar, but the real magic happens at the six-table restaurant at the rear. Dalmatian favourites…

  • The front facade of Tutto Bene

    Tutto Bene

    Dubrovnik

    As the name suggests, everything’s good at Tutto Bene. Generously sized kebabs, sumptuous pizza slices, delicious wraps, sandwiches and extra crispy fries…

  • Barba entrance and the front window table

    Barba

    Dubrovnik

    This little fast-food joint serves typical local ingredients – particularly seafood – in an untypical fashion, resulting in tasty quick bites such as…

  • The front of Pupo restaurant

    Pupo

    Dubrovnik

    Tucked away in an old-town alley, Pupo is a good choice for seafood but remains especially loved for its sweets. Leave room for a slice of Dubrovnik…

  • Orsan seaside terrace

    Orsan

    Dubrovnik

    Situated under the shade of pines at the marina, Orsan quite naturally highlights seafood. Delve into the house faves: grilled octopus and Orsan risotto …

  • The view onto Trattoria from the beach

    Sunset Beach Trattoria

    Dubrovnik

    A simple, beachy menu of pizzas, pastas and salads comes topped with spectacular sunsets at this informal eatery, set back from the beach on a sun-baked…

  • Kopun

    Dubrovnik

    Kopun is Croatian for capon (castrated rooster) and this restaurant revives a historical delicacy, serving 'Dubrovnik capon' cooked in honey and sour…

  • Horizont

    Dubrovnik

    Seriously fashionable locals rub shoulders with tourists at this chic restaurant, just outside of the old town. The most sought-after tables are out on…

  • Blidinje

    Dubrovnik

    This locals’ local is perfect for a meat feast. Call first and order lamb, veal, fish or octopus slow-cooked under a peka (metal dome) on the hot coals,…

  • Panorama

    Dubrovnik

    You can get away with a lot when the views are this good, and while the prices are nearly as high as the location, the food at this most touristy of…

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