The Best Restaurants in Rijeka

You’ll be immersed in fiery Spanish spirit, and the friendly staff will treat you to exquisite Iberian classics. The menu features tapas such as seafood croquettes and tortilla, and paella is available with fish, chicken, or vegetarian options. The desserts are also excellent.

The kitchen strikes a balance between Italian and Croatian classics, presented in a refreshingly different way. The fish carpaccio gets a boost from mint and lime, as does the pasta with lemon. The chocolate mousse is a feast for the eyes and melts in your mouth.

This small restaurant—the oldest in town—located in a side street in the Old Town, is brimming with charm and a lively atmosphere. Local dishes are prepared in a traditional yet creative way and presented beautifully. The fish comes only from the best suppliers, and you can really taste the difference.

A simple, cozy atmosphere where you can relax and feel at home. The kitchen specializes in fish and seafood, served with a slightly creative twist. The tuna carpaccio and homemade pasta with squid ragout are particularly delicious. You absolutely must try the lemon tart.

A bistro in the best sense of the word, with thoughtful details and a view of the sea. The kitchen places particular emphasis on using local ingredients and fresh fish. Pizza and pasta are just as enjoyable as the artfully presented seafood appetizers, grilled meats, or stuffed cabbage rolls.

A rustic konoba by the market, where the rough stone walls and simple wooden tables create a cozy atmosphere. Seafood classics such as homemade pasta with tomato and shrimp ragout, fish soup, oven-baked fish, or braised squid with Swiss chard round out the dining experience perfectly.