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…
Must-see restaurants in Southern Dalmatia
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik's glitziest restaurant offers fine dining at its best, with flavoursome, beautifully presented, creative cuisine, an impressive wine list and…
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,…
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…
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…
Ston & Mali Ston
The 'Captain's House' is one of the most venerable seafood restaurants in the region. Feast on Ston oysters and grilled squid on the shady terrace, but…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Dubrovnik
One of Dubrovnik's most upmarket restaurants has a wonderfully unstuffy setting, occupying a covered rooftop terrace hidden among the venerable stone…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Dubrovnik
Showcasing dishes from five different regions (Slavonia, Dalmatia, Istria, Hercegovina and Southern Adriatic), the menu at Veranda is like a 'best of'…
Dubrovnik
Piknik Dubrovnik's gourmet kits upgrade nature outings into snazzy picnics. A spread of locally sourced cold cuts, cheeses, fruits, salads and drinks,…
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…
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…
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…
Orebić
A bright mural of a city street provides a cheerfully anachronistic backdrop for this breezy restaurant, set in a wooden terrace just metres from the sea…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Orebić
There's a funky garden bar downstairs, but head up to the terrace of this grand old house for sea views and tasty Neapolitan-style pizza. It also serves…
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…
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…
Cavtat
Don't expect gimmicks at this 'house of ice cream', just delicious creamy gelato in a wide variety of flavours.
Orebić
Satisfy a sweet urge with a strudel, slice of cake or a homemade gelato at this chilled-out cafe on the promenade.
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…
