Southern Dalmatia Restaurants

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  • 1. Ante's Place

    $$$

    Located on the breezy seaside terrace at PineTree Boutique Apartments (and run by the same family), the food at Ante's Place is so good you'll likely eat all of your meals there while on Mljet. It's the best place to try traditional Dalmatian dishes, from lamb or octopus cooked peka-style to plentiful seafood platters and divine lobster spaghetti. The humble hosts will tell you that the food they cook is just the typical stuff they eat at home; if they really eat this well at home every night, you'll consider moving in.

    Saplunara 17, Croatia
    99-591–0024

    Known For

    • Peaceful seaside location
    • Great place to order peka
    • Family-run business

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May
  • 2. Azur

    $$ | Stari Grad

    One of the perennial top choices in Dubrovnik, Azur has a fun fresh vibe and an outstanding menu of Asian-inspired dishes that burst with flavor; favorites include pork belly tacos and Szechuan chili-garlic prawns. With its two shady terraces high up in the Old Town, just beneath the city walls, Azur provides a welcome retreat from the heat and crowds. Azur has a hip soundtrack, friendly staff, and dishes that you won't find elsewhere in Dubrovnik; you'll be happy you found it.

    Pobijana 10, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-324–806

    Known For

    • Mediterranean-Asian fusion dishes
    • Well-priced high-quality food
    • Quiet location under the city walls

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
  • 3. Bugenvila

    $$

    One of the brightest culinary stars in the region, Bugenvila is vibrant in every sense, from the flowers climbing the sides of the terrace to the happy patrons tucking into fresh meals that burst with flavor. The menu changes regularly but you can expect surprising and delightful dishes made with fine local ingredients: think green apple dumplings, raw king scallop in strawberry consommé, or lobster bisque paired with grilled wild boar cheeks and parsnip purée. It's hard to imagine a better value than the excellent three-course lunch menu (€29) or the seven-course dinner menu (€125).

    Obala Ante Starčevića 9, Cavtat, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20210, Croatia
    020-479–949

    Known For

    • Local ingredients turned into beautiful dishes
    • Waterfront location in the center of Cavtat
    • Excellent value three-course lunch menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar., Reservations recommended
  • 4. Konoba Feral

    $$

    The village of Lumbarda is known for two things: beaches and Grk wine, and you can enjoy them both at this beachside konoba. You’ll tuck into uber-fresh octopus and other catches of the day right beside the beach while sipping Grk made by the charming local brothers who own the restaurant. Great for a lazy lunch or a romantic dinner, this is one of the best and most reliable spots on Korčula.

    Lumbarda 63, Lumbarda, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20263, Croatia
    020-712–090

    Known For

    • Fresh seafood
    • Family atmosphere
    • Seaside location

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May
  • 5. Konoba Mate

    $$

    In the courtyard of an old stone cottage in the tiny village of Pupnat (34 km [21 miles] west of Korčula Town), this welcoming restaurant is worth the effort to get there, thanks to its gourmet fare prepared from the family's own farm. The menu changes seasonally, but look out for the house specialty: a platter of homemade pršut (prosciutto), goat's cheese, olives, and eggplant pâté.

    Pupnat 28, Korcula, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20274, Croatia
    020-717–109

    Known For

    • Organic vegetables from family garden
    • Excellent value for high-quality food
    • Traditional meals with a twist

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. and Oct.–Apr. No lunch, Reservations recommended
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  • 6. Kopun

    $$$

    The name of this eatery refers to capon, the rooster cooked in a bitter orange sauce that was a delicacy during the time of the Republic; it's just one of the classic Dubrovnik recipes that this charming local favorite has chosen to reinvent. The mission here is to take the most traditional Croatian dishes and put a modern spin on them, like their mouthwatering take on the typical brodet fish stew. With a lovely terrace at the top of the Jesuit Steps and a timeless menu, Kopun is quickly establishing itself as one of the best restaurants in town.

    Poljana Ruđera Boškovića 7, Croatia
    020-323–969

    Known For

    • Classic Dubrovnik dishes with a modern aesthetic
    • Expertly curated wine list
    • Peaceful location at the top of the Jesuit Steps

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
  • 7. Pantarul

    $$ | Lapad

    A little off the beaten track in Lapad but worth the trek, this bistro is a love letter to the gastronomy of Dubrovnik; even the name means "fork" in the local dialect. The menu changes weekly but there are a few mainstays like sea bream, foie gras, and super tender ox cheek, all accompanied by fresh local produce from nearby farms. With quirky artwork adorning the walls, stacks of cookbooks on the shelves (including a couple by the owner, a successful food writer), and a super welcoming atmosphere, Pantarul is the kind of restaurant where you linger for a few hours, eat a great meal, and leave with a few new friends.

    Kralja Tomislava 1, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-333–486

    Known For

    • Traditional Dubrovnik comfort food
    • Local favorite
    • Family-run restaurant with a welcoming vibe

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon., Reservations recommended
  • 8. Restaurant 360

    $$$$

    With its location right on the city walls and romantic views over the Old Port, not to mention the extraordinary five-course tasting menu from Dubrovnik-born-and-bred chef Marijo Curić, Michelin-starred Restaurant 360 offers an unparalleled fine dining experience. The exquisite tasting menu is a culinary adventure that will surprise and delight you with its sophistication and simplicity in equal measures; settle in for a few hours to savor the view and enjoy the ride.

    Svetog Dominika bb, Croatia
    020-322–222

    Known For

    • First Michelin star in Dubrovnik
    • Location in St. John's Fortress with panoramic views
    • Fantastic tasting menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Oct.–Apr.; no lunch, Reservations required
  • 9. Aterina

    $$

    Follow the scent of fresh basil to Aterina, a playful restaurant occupying a square on the periphery of the Old Town, with views to the palm-lined promenade and sea below. Order the "small plate" to try a sample of each of the tapas-style starters including cheese, smoked ham, anchovies, and marinated vegetables. Don't leave without trying one of the excellent desserts, such as basil cake or peaches in Grk.

    Trg Korčulanskih Klesara i Kipara 2, Korcula, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20260, Croatia
    091-986–1856

    Known For

    • Fresh light fare that highlights local ingredients
    • Extensive Korčula-focused wine list
    • Breezy Old Town location

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–June
  • 10. Bota Šare Mali Ston

    $$$

    Occupying a 14th-century salt warehouse, Bota Šare (owned by the Šare family of fishermen who own some of the best seafood restaurants from Dubrovnik to Zagreb) is known for its menu of outstanding locally caught seafood. Order the fish platter for two to try a selection of the best catch of the day, and ask about boarding a boat to try oysters right from the channel where they are caught.

    Ston, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20230, Croatia
    020-754–482

    Known For

    • Best place to try Mali Ston oysters
    • Owned by local family of fishermen
    • Excellent fish platters
  • 11. Bota Šare Oyster & Sushi Bar

    $$ | Stari Grad

    Using the best local bluefin tuna, shrimp, and shellfish, Bota Šare turns its fresh catches into beautifully presented sushi, sashimi, carpaccio, and tartare. The spot is owned by the Šare family of fishermen who operate some of the best seafood restaurants in the region, including Mali Ston, making this the ideal place to try the famous Mali Ston oysters (if raw oysters make you squeamish, try them tempura-style). The restaurant is located in a shady alcove near the Cathedral in the Old Town; it's small, so reservations are recommended.

    Đura Baglivija 1, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-324–034

    Known For

    • First sushi restaurant in Dubrovnik
    • Japanese spin on local ingredients
    • Shady location near Cathedral

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Reservations recommended
  • 12. Kamenice

    $ | Stari Grad

    Overlooking the morning market and pigeons of Gundulić Square, Kamenice is a local institution popular for the fresh oysters for which it is named, plus generous platters of girice (small fried fish) and pržene lignje (fried squid). It's cheap and cheerful, offers unbeatable value for the location, and is much-loved by locals and tourists alike.

    Gundulićeva Poljana 8, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-323–682

    Known For

    • Cheap prices and large portions
    • Dubrovnik institution
    • Great fried fish and black risotto
  • 13. Kapetanova Kuća

    $$$

    Known throughout Croatia, this long-standing favorite helmed by chef Lidija Kralj has been synonymous with Ston and fresh oysters for more than 45 years. Located in an old stone home on the Mali Ston waterfront and slightly more upscale than other nearby restaurants, people come from far and wide to feast on the shellfish here, as well as the plentiful black risotto and unusual stonski makaruli, a cake made from pasta, nuts, sugar, and cinnamon, unique to Ston.

    Obala dr. Ante Starčevića 9, Ston, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20230, Croatia
    020-754–264

    Known For

    • Local oysters, mussels, and clams
    • Excellent black risotto
    • Nationally celebrated female chef
  • 14. Konoba Belin

    $$

    For such a small village, Žrnovo is home to a surprising number of great restaurants, most located in old stone homes and run by the families who own them. Konoba Belin is one of the originals and the best, where you'll linger for a few hours over platters of grilled seafood or the local delicacy Žrnovski makaruni; call ahead to arrange a lesson on how to roll macaroni.

    Žrnovo 50, Korcula, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20275, Croatia
    091-503–9258

    Known For

    • Great place to try Žrnovski makaruni
    • Cash-only policy
    • Welcoming atmosphere

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sept.–May. No lunch
  • 15. Konoba Kod Marka

    $$

    With a prime location overlooking the harbor in Šipanska Luka and sensational sunset views, Kod Marka is renowned among sailors and yacht guests as one of the best seafood restaurants and hidden gems in the region. There's no official menu—you just grab a seat on the terrace, order a glass of wine, and enjoy whatever the chef has prepared that day. Expect about four courses, which might include an anchovy platter to start, fresh prawns, octopus cakes, and a whole sea bass to share.

    Šipanska Luka, Lopud, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20223, Croatia
    020-758–007

    Known For

    • Local favorite
    • Seaside location
    • Four-course seafood menu

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May, Reservations recommended
  • 16. Konoba Kolona

    $$

    Located one street behind Tiha Bay, Konoba Kolona is a firm favorite for seafood among locals; the owner is also the fisherman and the cook, so you know you're in good hands. It has two large covered terraces, plus indoor seating and reasonable prices for popular dishes such as lobster by the kilo, mussels buzara (in tomato and white wine sauce), and octopus carpaccio.

    Put Tihe 2, Cavtat, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20210, Croatia
    020-478–787

    Known For

    • Fresh seafood
    • Popularity with locals
    • Friendly service
  • 17. La Villa Restaurant

    $$$$

    Located in a stone villa on the Lopud waterfront, La Villa offers an immaculate dining experience with friendly service and a great local wine list. Expect beautiful dishes made with premium ingredients such as scallops, foie gras, langoustines, and lobster tail. It's expensive but so are most of the restaurants around Lopud, so at least you know the quality here is going to be exceptional.

    Obala Iva Kuljevana 33, Lopud, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, Croatia
    099-222–5115

    Known For

    • Seaside location with large shady terrace
    • Sophisticated dishes with top-notch ingredients
    • Friendly professional service

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May, Reservations recommended
  • 18. LD Restaurant

    $$$$

    Head chef Marko Gajski's menu here elevates exclusively seasonal Croatian produce—think wild asparagus in spring, strawberries in the summer, truffles and root vegetables in the fall—and local seafood such as lobster, Ston oysters, and scorpion fish into fine-dining creations. With an outdoor seating area stretching along the Old Town's fortified wall and panoramic views of the Pelješac Peninsula and the archipelago, you can enjoy your meal while admiring the very terroir from which it was gathered. As Lešić Dimitri Palace did for lodging on Korčula, LD Restaurant brings a whole new level of sophistication to the island's dining scene, along with its first Michelin star. 

    Don Pavla Poše 1–6, Croatia
    020-601–726

    Known For

    • One Michelin star
    • Excellent chef's tasting menu available
    • Panoramic views from outdoor tables

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–June, Reservations required
  • 19. Nautika Restaurant

    $$$$ | Pile

    Occupying the beautifully restored 19th-century Nautical Academy building just outside the Pile Gate, Nautika has a solid reputation as Dubrovnik's finest restaurant. With an unrivaled view over Fort Lovrijenac from its two terraces, plus an exceptional seasonal menu showcasing the best local ingredients (particularly dishes featuring lobster from Vis or Adriatic shrimp), it's a reliable choice for a formal meal. Choose between the à la carte menu or the chef's tasting menu (seven courses for €164).

    Brsalje 3, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-442–526

    Known For

    • Long-standing Dubrovnik institution
    • Five- or seven-course tasting menus available
    • Romantic seaside terraces overlooking Fort Lovrijenac

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Mar.
  • 20. Nishta

    $$ | Stari Grad

    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 vegan option in town. Their menu changes regularly, but you can expect Indian-inspired dishes, different soups and salads, falafel, and freshly made desserts.

    Prijeko bb, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia
    020-322–088

    Known For

    • Dubrovnik's original vegan restaurant
    • One of the best restaurants on busy Prijeko Street
    • Fun vibe

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