Southern Dalmatia Restaurants
We’ve compiled the best of the best in Southern Dalmatia - browse our top choices for Restaurants during your stay.
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Spread over two shady terraces high up in the Old Town, just beneath the City Walls near Buža Bar, Azur is a great place to escape the crowds with a leisurely lunch of internationally inspired dishes that burst with flavor. The menu changes regularly but favorites include pork belly tacos and Szechuan chili garlic prawns. Azur has a hip soundtrack, friendly staff, and dishes that you won't find elsewhere in Dubrovnik.
For the ultimate exclusive island dining experience, head to BOWA, nestled on its own secluded beach on Šipan. With raised cabanas right over the water that can be booked for groups of up to 12 (with a minimum spend), it is an ideal place to spend the day swimming and sunbathing between courses. The menu changes regularly but favorites include bluefish tuna tartare, swordfish sashimi, oysters from Ston, and carob cake made with ingredients straight from their garden. BOWA can be reached by speedboat from Dubrovnik or a 15-mintue walk from the port of Suđurađ.
When the former pastry chef at Restaurant 360 opens his own artisanal ice cream and cake shop in Dubrovnik, you know it's going to be good. Gianni serves up hands-down the best ice cream in the city, incorporating natural ingredients and some unusual flavors such as curry and chili, alongside traditional favorites like pistachio and chocolate. Don't let the high-caliber credentials intimidate you; this little hole in the wall, located behind the old port, is sophisticated yet simple and you'll probably find yourself seeking it out more than once during your stay.
A local favorite, a little off the beaten track but worth the trek, Pantarul is a fun bistro with a uniquely Dubrovnik feel—even the name means "fork" in local dialect. A love of traditional dishes comes through here; the menu changes weekly but there are a few mainstays like sea bream, foie gras, and super tender ox cheek. You’ll see the artistic sensibility of co-owner Ana-Marija Bujić, a successful food blogger, throughout the restaurant, from its fresh design to the stacks of cookbooks in the corner.
Located right in the heart of the Old Town, longstanding Dubrovnik institution Proto dates back to 1886 and most locals will respectfully acknowledge that it's still one of the best in town. It has hosted everyone from King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson to modern-day celebs and sports figures who come to try its menu of reliably prepared traditional Dalmatian dishes using simple local ingredients and premium local seafood such as lobster and shrimp. Opt for the five-course tasting menu, which includes the catch of the day, or choose from the à la carte menu; the seafood platter for two is an excellent choice.
Michelin-starred Restaurant 360 offers an impeccable fine dining experience, from the unbeatably romantic view overlooking the old port to the friendly, unpretentious service. The extraordinary food will surprise and delight you with its sophistication and simplicity in equal measures, and the five-course tasting menu is worth the splurge; settle in for a few hours and enjoy the ride. Occupying St. John's fortress and a portion of the City Walls, 360 is known for its panoramic outdoor terrace, but the interior is also a beautiful setting woven into the crevices of the historical ramparts.
Tucked away on a small terrace near the cathedral, Bota Šare takes the best local produce and turns it into beautifully presented sushi, sashimi, carpaccio, and tartare. This is also a great place to try oysters from the nearby town of Ston; it's safe to say the Šare family, who also runs one of the best restaurants in Mali Ston, does them best.
Occuping the ornate Arsenal building right on Luža Square, Gradska Kavana remains Dubrovnik's favorite meeting place for morning coffee and cake or an evening aperitif. The grand café has an ample summer terrace and is a perfect spot for people-watching and admiring the sites that surround it, including Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and the cathedral. City Hall is located just upstairs so you'll often see news cameras and journalists outside waiting for politicians to emerge, and local TV segments being filmed nearby.
Overlooking the morning market in the Old Town, Kamenice remains popular for the fresh oysters for which it is named, plus generous platters of girice (small fried fish) and pržene ligne (fried squid). It's cheap and cheerful, offers unbeatable value for the location, and is much-loved by locals and tourists alike.
A great choice for traditional food in the Old Town, this restaurant right beside the cathedral serves quality meals with an unbeatable ambience. It's open late, great for people-watching under the stars, and live musicians often set up on the cathedral steps. It isn't on the menu, but ask nicely if you can order the gregada, a typical, mouthwatering fish stew big enough for two.
Kopun refers to capon, the rooster that was a delicacy during the time of the Republic. It's just one of the old-fashioned dishes you can find at this charming local favorite that, with its modern aesthetic, manages to make the most traditional of Dubrovnik recipes seem avant-garde. With a lovely terrace at the top of the Jesuit Steps and a few indoor tables in the art-filled interior, it is a great choice to try the best of Dubrovnik cuisine.
With two terraces overlooking the Lovrijenac Fort and a solid reputation as Dubrovnik's smartest fine dining restaurant, Nautika is a reliable choice for a formal meal. It is known for its local shellfish, lobster, and fresh fish, but also serves meat and vegetarian dishes, and has an excellent wine list. It occupies the former Nautical Academy building, dating from 1881, just outside the Pile Gate.
Specializing in vegan fare, this playful eatery on Prijeko Street has just a dozen tables and is deservedly popular; for years it was the only veggie option in town. Their menu changes regularly, but you can expect soups, salads, and international dishes like falafel, curry, and moussaka.
For a totally different foodie experience, order a Piknik. You'll get an insulated backpack thoughtfully stocked with gourmet Croatian goodies—ham, cheese, fresh fruit, homemade baked treats, and lemonade, plus chilled wine or craft beer and everything you need to get set up: blankets, utensils, and a map to the best secret beach or panoramic viewpoint to enjoy it. Twenty-four-hour notice required.
This colorful little bistro has a young, passionate team and a creative female chef; together they have created a plant-based menu using local, seasonal produce from farms in Southern Dalmatia, Konavle, and the open market just around the corner. The menu changes seasonally but highlights include "Mac 'n Tease" (pasta with truffle "cheese" sauce) and pizza made with sweet potato crust. Dubrovnik's second vegan restaurant is located right on the harborfront in Gruž, making it the perfect spot to fuel up before or after a long cruise, bus, or ferry ride. There are a few tables inside, or you can grab a seat on their spacious back terrace.
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