Must-see restaurants in Southern Dalmatia

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

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

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

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

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…

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…

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

A favourite of visiting celebs and presidents, Leut turns on the charm with bunches of flowers and a display of fresh fish, which it sources directly from…

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,…

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…

Overlooking Ključice beach, Rokotin serves typical Dalmatian dishes in a truly idyllic setting. In the cool shade of pines, soak in the Adriatic blues as…

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…

This long-established restaurant has a sea-facing terrace shaded by pines. The menu majors in seafood – try the fish soup, grilled squid or the excellent…

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

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

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…

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

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