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Top 10 Premium & luxury Restaurants in Croatia

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17 "Premium & luxury" restaurants ranked highest on Falstaff's 100-point scale in Croatia. All information including address, phone number and opening hours.
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Marble, large chandeliers and white tablecloths exude historical elegance, while Ana Grgić Tomić's cuisine is anchored in the vivid day. She interprets Mediterranean tradition in her own personal, sophisticated way. Every plate is a feast for the eyes. Large wine list with 200 labels.

Mihanovićeva ulica 1, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

Dine in style in the beautiful vaulted room with a view of Lone Bay. Fine dining is achieved with seafood cuisine, such as white fish tartare with pea cream or braised octopus on sweet potato puree. Carefully selected wines round off the overall experience.

Ulica Antonia Smareglie 3, 52210 Rovinj, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

The creative realisation of classic French cuisine and the purity of the produce, most of which is sourced locally, are important to the kitchen. The fried fish fillet in fennel sauce is a dream; Thai mint sauce goes well with the scampi tartare. Excellent wines!

Čikat 16, 51550 Mali Lošinj, Croatia

Modern luxury in a historic ambience is not only offered by the renovated rooms of the villa, the cuisine also continues this trend. The creative tasting menu made from local ingredients is delicious. Fish and seafood are often combined with fruit flavours. Very good wines.

Maršala Tita 179, 51410 Opatija, Croatia

Cosy atmosphere with a view of the marina and the sunset. Chef Marina stands for top produce and maximum creativity, focussing on fish and seafood. Depending on the season and market conditions, the tasting menu offers many surprises. Great wine accompaniment!

Ulica Svetog Antona 38, 52466 Novigrad, Croatia

The house with its beautifully landscaped garden, through which barbecue aromas waft, impresses with its quiet location. The cuisine is down-to-earth yet sophisticated. Don't miss the pasta with white truffles and whole grilled beef. The wine selection is also very good.

Bracanija 1, 52474 Brtonigla, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

The sea is reflected in modern form in the hotel rooms. The seafood cuisine focuses on the pure flavour of the products, framed by intense herbal espumas and fruity, creamy textures. The tasting menu is the perfect choice. Good wine accompaniment.

Ivana Matetića Ronjgova 10, 51410 Opatija, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

The beautiful complex is home to an upscale restaurant with a garden and terrace overlooking the sea. The focus is on freshly prepared seafood and Dalmatian specialities, which are creatively presented in a sophisticated way. Rare wines or Champagne are served to accompany them.

Otok Ravni Žakan 8, 22243 Murter, Croatia

The restaurant enjoys an excellent reputation and people from all over the world make a pilgrimage here - and for good reason. You can enjoy raw marinated scampi, oysters or an aromatic lobster cappuccino in a beautiful setting. Pasta and risotto are also real treats for the palate.

Riva 21, 21450 Hvar, Croatia

The setting is elegant with dark wood and atmospheric lighting. Regional products are used in the open kitchen to create French-inspired dishes, such as scallops with sea fennel pesto. Those with a sweet tooth will be delighted with the dessert tower.

Obala Pina Budicina 16, 52210 Rovinj, Croatia

An upscale restaurant in the style of a wine cellar. The competent service team provides advice on putting together customised cold platters with beef tartare, cheese, sauces and chutneys. The maturing cabinets are also an eye-catcher: this is where the meat for the excellent steaks comes from.

Široli 27, 51216 Viškovo, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

The picture-book setting enchants with a sea view and a restaurant that celebrates Mediterranean cuisine. The best olive oil is served with raw marinated scampi. Lemon, mussels and fish harmonise with creamy polenta. Only the most renowned Croatian wines are served.

Alberi 300A, 52475 Savudrija, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

A pretty stone cottage right on the waterfront, simply furnished but with plenty of flair. The local oyster, which is served with plenty of olive oil and herbs, naturally takes centre stage. The mussels in a rich white wine broth or the black risotto are also excellent.

Obala dr. Ante Starčevića 9, 20230 Mali Ston, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

With a view of the islands and the old town, the small hotel is a great place to stay and the in-house restaurant has a long tradition. The menu is almost exclusively fish and seafood. The raw starters in particular are of outstanding quality.

Obala Kneza Domagoja 9, 23000 Zadar, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

Located on the south side of the island of Šolta, the Ružič family's restaurant is a popular place to go. Good wines can be enjoyed on the decorated terrace, the cuisine skillfully showcases fish and seafood, but braised veal cheeks in red wine sauce are also a success.

Svete Nikole 61, 21430 Maslinica, Croatia
Croatian Cuisine

In the middle of historic buildings, the slightly lower outdoor area is quiet and cosy. Various platters are filled with everything that characterises the Mediterranean: from fresh oysters to raw marinated scampi and grilled fish to homemade pasta.

Ulica Julija Nepota 4, 21000 Split, Croatia

Ulica Svete Barbare 15, 20260 Korčula, Croatia