The best restaurants in Croatia 2023
In the heart of the marina, the award-winning cuisine under the direction of Emanuele Scarello offers a truly unique dining experience in a beautiful setting—with a view of the sea to top it all off. The meal begins with the finest finger foods, and every dish captivates with its precision and flavor.
This boutique hotel, complete with its own upscale restaurant, combines Mediterranean lightness and elegance; the cuisine offers modern takes on Dalmatian classics. The dishes are a true feast for the eyes and delight with their creamy textures, fresh fish, and intense flavors.
This elegant restaurant is located in a Renaissance palazzo. Chef Rudolf Štefan places great emphasis on top-quality local ingredients; he produces his own olive oil and makes his own wine. His cuisine combines Dalmatian tradition with modern, creative approaches.
Monte is one of the most famous restaurants in Croatia. Danijel Dekić views Rovinj as an ecosystem in which nature and cuisine engage in a constant dialogue. He draws inspiration from old recipes, which he then reimagines with creative ideas. Top-quality wines.
The view from the mountain ridge of the bay and its islands is spectacular, and the terrace is, of course, quickly booked up in the summer. The cuisine has long maintained its high standard. The finest ingredients from the immediate vicinity and exquisite plating. Excellent wine recommendations!
Just 30 meters below their regular restaurant, Monte, the Dekić family has set up Cave Lab in Monte’s former wine cellar. In the state-of-the-art kitchen, the team experiments with the finest local and seasonal ingredients. Reservations are accepted only for groups.
Romance and elegance come together in this upscale hotel. The cuisine brings the history of Istria to your plate and glass—using local ingredients, unparalleled precision, and attention to detail. Those who choose not to eat meat will be delighted by the all-vegetarian menu.
The restaurant is located on the island of Šolta in a magnificent 18th-century castle. It offers first-class Mediterranean cuisine, with a focus on premium local ingredients. These ingredients are skillfully transformed into classic dishes with great depth of flavor.
Marijo Curić delights diners with a technically sophisticated and visually appealing cuisine. Mediterranean elements are complemented by Asian influences, along with exciting techniques from French cuisine. The wine cellar houses 450 Croatian and international wines.
At this luxury hotel, guests can enjoy a magnificent view of the sea, Lone Bay, and the protected forest park from the restaurant on the second floor. The cuisine is contemporary, featuring the finest Istrian ingredients. Professionally curated wines and top-notch service.