Konoba Bonifačić

Cres Island


Tuck into home cooking – such as dependable risottos, grilled meat and fish, and traditional pork with sage – in a particularly lovely garden setting. Have a shot of elderflower grappa while you’re at it.


Lonely Planet's must-see attractions

Nearby Cres Island attractions

1. Osor Archaeological Collection

0.06 MILES

On the main square in the 15th-century town hall, this outpost of the Lošinj Museum contains a collection of stone fragments, reliefs, ceramics and…

2. Church of the Assumption

0.08 MILES

Completed in 1498, this large church has a rich Renaissance portal facing onto the main square. The baroque altar inside has relics of St Gaudentius, Osor…

3. Unije

8.03 MILES

The largest of the islands close to Mali Lošinj, Unije has an undulating landscape that abounds with Mediterranean shrubs, pebble beaches and numerous…

4. Fritzy Palace

11.73 MILES

The largest branch of the three-headed Lošinj Museum (the others are in Osor and Veli Lošinj), this grand mansion houses a trio of distinct collections: a…

5. Church of the Nativity

11.92 MILES

The parish church (built 1696–1775) towers over the town from the ridge. Inside are some notable artworks, including a painting of the Nativity by an 18th…

6. Garden of Fine Scents

12.3 MILES

This fragrant paradise on the southern edge of town has more than 250 native plant varieties plus 100 exotic species, all framed with gromače (traditional…

7. Sea Turtle Rescue Centre

12.36 MILES

Small but extremely interesting, this centre is dedicated to rehabilitating injured sea turtles, most of which have been entangled in plastic or fishing…

8. Church of St Anthony the Hermit

13.08 MILES

Built in baroque style in 1774 and funded by local seafarers, this pretty pink church is elaborately decked out with marble altars, a rich collection of…