Central Dalmatia Restaurants

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  • 21. Kadena

    $$$$

    A seven-minute drive from the Old Town, Kadena serves Mediterranean seafood and meat dishes with a contemporary twist in a modern space. Don't miss Dalmatia's trademark salata od hobotnice (octopus salad) as an appetizer, and enjoy pairings with the rich wine list, full of local and global liquid treasures.

    Ivana pl. Zajca 4, 21000, Croatia
    021-389–400

    Known For

    • New takes on traditional Dalmatian fare
    • Views of the sea and boat docks
    • Less noise and hubbub here than in the center
  • 22. Kaštil Gospodnetić

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    Sitting above the village of Dol, this family-run agritourism estate offers amazing vistas of the steep valley all the way to the sea. Inside, guests can step back in time with a tour through the 19th-century building before sitting down to a farm-fresh home-cooked meal. Order a grilled fish if you pop in unannounced and can't wait for the peka-cooked meals, or just take in the views over a slice of the local sweet cake, hrapaćuša. This stunning property is also an underrated wedding venue.

    Dol bb, Dol, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21410, Croatia
    091-799–7182

    Known For

    • Slow-cooked peka dishes can be ordered in advance
    • Standout estate in a tiny village
    • Lunch is by reservation only

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr.; May and Oct. visits by reservation only
  • 23. Kod Joze

    $$ | Manuš

    Relaxed and romantic, this typical Dalmatian restaurant has exposed stone walls and heavy wooden furniture. With fewer frills than some of Split's more modern eateries, it stays true to tradition, offering the classic fare expected from an authentic spot. Located just outside the palace walls, a five-minute walk from the Golden Gate, it is slightly hidden and easy to miss.

    Sredmanuška 4, Split, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21000, Croatia
    021-347–397

    Known For

    • One of the oldest konobas in Split
    • Good mix of seafood and meat mains
    • Central location but a bit tricky to find
  • 24. Konoba Bačvara

    $

    Traditional home-cooked Dalmatian fare is served at this family-run eatery in an old stone building in Lastovo Town. Barbecued seafood predominates, and you'll also have the chance to try homegrown vegetables and local wine as part of a refreshing island escape.

    Počuvalo 14, Lastovo, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20290, Croatia
    020-801–131

    Known For

    • Affordable meals with fresh ingredients
    • Exposed stone interior
    • Payment is cash only

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–May. No lunch
  • 25. Konoba Kopačina

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    It is hard to spend more than a day on the island of Brač without giving in to the succulent aromas of roasted lamb, and many people claim this is the best place to enjoy the island delicacy. Farms on Brač take care to have their sheep feed only on their mother's milk and wild herbs, like the rosemary and sage that thrive on the rocky terrain. There is also a good selection of local wines from which you can trust your waiter to provide perfect pairings.

    Donji Humac 7, Donji Humac, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21423, Croatia
    021-647–707

    Known For

    • Family-run tavern in small town
    • Range of lamb specialties using much of the animal
    • Brač-grown wines
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  • 26. Konoba Nostalgija

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    This excellent spot gives traditional Dalmatian meals a modern and creative twist atypical for a konoba in Dalmatia. Nostalgija (meaning "nostalgia") also provides a drink menu with local wines and craft beer, as well as cocktails based on Croatian classics such as rakija. Knowledgeable hospitable staff create a homey atmosphere for guests who, weather permitting, can dine alfresco on the cobblestone terrace flanked by Mediterranean plants.

    Biskupa Foska 11, Šibenik, Šibensko-Kniniska, 22000, Croatia
    022-661--269

    Known For

    • Owners source ingredients from local market
    • Alfresco dining on the terrace
    • Wines local to Šibenik

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun. No lunch
  • 27. Konoba Ranč

    $$$

    Surrounded on all four sides by the shade of an olive grove, this restaurant is the perfect place to wind down after a day of sun and sightseeing. It's known for steak, lamb cooked peka-style, and fish prepared traditionally na gradele (on the grill).

    Kamena 62, Tucepi, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21325, Croatia
    021-623–563

    Known For

    • Outdoor area for kids to run around
    • Alfresco dining on hearty food
    • On-site apartments available

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct. to mid- or late May. No lunch
  • 28. Konoba Toni

    $

    Family-owned Toni, in a typical Dalmatian house with a stone exterior and green window shutters, reflects the local vibe including the menu's ingredients and the staff's warm hospitality. Grilled fish, spit-roasted lamb and peka-cooked meals await diners, to be enjoyed on wooden tables in a stone interior or outside on a lovely terrace covered with grapevines.

    Dol 51, Dol, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21410, Croatia
    021-632--693

    Known For

    • True-to-Brač food such as hrapaćuša cake
    • Homemade local wine
    • Authentically simple decor
  • 29. Konoba Triton

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    Widely acknowledged to be the best restaurant on the island, Triton is particularly popular with those traveling by sailboat, who can moor up on a small quay out front (at a cost) and feast on dishes like freshly caught fish with locally produced wine and olive oil; it opens at 3 pm. You'll find it in Zaklopatica, a north-facing bay 3 km (2 miles) west of Lastovo Town. There are several apartments to rent upstairs, too, which are also considered among the island's best.

    Zaklopatica 15, Lastovo, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20289, Croatia
    091-731--3122

    Known For

    • Outdoor tables for enjoying a good appetizer with a sea view
    • Payment is cash only
    • Several apartments upstairs can be rented

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar. No lunch
  • 30. Konoba TRS

    $$$

    With a tremendous sense of style, family-owned TRS combines traditional food with modern ingredients that are freshly sourced from the owner's family farm in a nearby village. The unusual combinations are a welcome change and still subtle enough to allow the strength of the traditional Dalmatian food to dominate. Reserve a seat outside to enjoy the sight of trs—grapevines—twining around the courtyard as you sip your wine.

    Matije Gupca 14, Trogir, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21220, Croatia
    021-796–956

    Known For

    • Well-balanced menu of hearty meat, lighter fish, and a range of seafood
    • Local specialty ingredients such as sheep's cheese and sea urchins
    • Excellent Adriatic fish
  • 31. Konoba Žiža

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    This konoba south of Supetar offers meals local to Brač and the wider Dalmatia region, along with a stunning outdoor terrace that looks out onto the sea. As a family-run business tucked away in a rural olive-grove-enveloped area, Žiža is a good choice for travelers seeking an authentic island experience.

    Donji Humac 136, Donji Humac, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21400, Croatia
    091-151--7128

    Known For

    • Welcome drink of homemade brandy
    • Locally grown produce and traditional cooking
    • One of the best views on the island
  • 32. Lola

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    When you're ready for a change from traditional Croatian food, this upbeat fun restaurant-bar adjacent to Hvar Town's harbor serves meals from various global cuisines as well as delicious cocktails. Make a reservation ahead of time if you're arriving for dinner, as the music turns up and the crowds roll in when the sun goes down; Lola stays open late.

    Sveti Marak 8, Hvar, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21450, Croatia
    099-688--5057

    Known For

    • One of most popular places in town
    • Payment is cash only
    • Street-food favorites

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.--Apr.
  • 33. Lvxor

    $$ | Grad

    This morning-to-night restaurant is the perfect place to sit over coffee or a glass of local wine and absorb the 2,000 years of magnificent architecture surrounding you in the Old Town. Pop in for an omelet in the morning to fuel up for the day, enjoying your surroundings before the streets fill up with crowds.

    Kraj Svetog Ivana 11, Split, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21000, Croatia
    021-341–082

    Known For

    • Up-close views of Diocletian's Palace
    • Local and international options for various palates
    • People-watching and occasional live music
  • 34. Olive

    $$$

    Based in an elegant stone building in the Old Town, this welcoming family-run restaurant (formerly called Vanjaka) serves Dalmatian specialties. Sit outside on the open-air terrace, or take a table in the intimate air-conditioned dining room. Ask your waiter for a travarica (traditional Dalmatian herbal rakija) as an aperitif. 

    Radovanov Trg 9, Trogir, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21220, Croatia
    097-615–1044

    Known For

    • Traditional tastes but modern presentation
    • Alfresco dining with view of Cathedral of St. Lawrence
    • Good cocktails and local wines

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Sun.
  • 35. Passarola

    $$$

    Great care is taken to select and focus on the best local fresh ingredients at this sophisticated restaurant, tucked away in a picturesque courtyard off the main square of Hvar Town. The wine list is impressive and includes local standouts and a wide international selection.

    Dr. Mate Miličića 10, Hvar, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21450, Croatia
    021-383--6357

    Known For

    • Traditional dishes from clams to grilled fish
    • Cool presentation and delicious flavors
    • Alfresco dining on the terrace

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr.
  • 36. Pojoda

    $$$

    In a modern glass-and-wood conservatory that looks onto a courtyard garden of orange and lemon trees, Pojoda makes for a popular spot among the sailing crowd that won't disappoint a food-savvy traveler either. During the summer, it can get crowded and service may be a bit inconsistent.

    Don Cvjetka Marasovića 8, Vis Town, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21480, Croatia
    021-711–575

    Known For

    • Fresh whole fish cooked on the grill
    • Lovely seating amid Mediterranean greenery
    • Reservations recommended in summer

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.--Mar.
  • 37. Radmanove Mlinice

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    The restaurant in this renovated 18th-century water mill is well-known for miles around for its Dalmatian and grill dishes, served at tables under trees in a pretty riverside garden. It lies 6 km (4 miles) from Omiš, up the Cetina River Valley. For a fee, restaurant management also organizes excursions for visitors, from rafting to ziplining. 

    Omiš, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21310, Croatia
    091-188--8808

    Known For

    • Classic Croatian cuisine
    • Management can organize outdoor excursions
    • Payment is cash only

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr.
  • 38. Restaurant Adriatic

    $$$ | Zvoncac

    Above the ACI Marina and at the foot of Marjan Hill, this mostly seafood restaurant has a light and airy, minimalist interior, as well as a summer terrace. In the spirit of slow food, the kitchen gives great care to fresh seasonal ingredients and presentation. The former owner, Zoran Grašo, is a retired basketball player, and his son Petar is a famous singer, so you may still spot some local celebrities from time to time among the diners.

    Sustipanski Put 2, Split, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21000, Croatia
    021-398–560

    Known For

    • Fabulous sea views of yachts sailing in and out of port
    • Classic Croatian fine dining with fish and meat options
    • Previously owned by a local celebrity
  • 39. Restoran Kaštil Slanica

    $$

    Seafood and freshwater fish specialties, as well as traditional Croatian peka, are offered at this restaurant with a large riverside terrace and an indoor dining space. Both the main and dessert menus are long, so ask your waiter for a traditional recommendation depending on your mood. The restaurant lies 4 km (2½ mlesi) upstream from Omiš.

    Podašpilje, Omiš, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, 21310, Croatia
    099-314--6220

    Known For

    • Traditionally prepared regional dishes
    • Long menu of main courses and desserts
    • Lovely views of the Cetina River
  • 40. Restoran Palmižana Meneghello

    $$$

    On the tiny island of Sveti Klement, a 20-minute taxi-boat ride from Hvar Town (or dock your sailboat in nearby ACI Marina), this terrace restaurant is backed by a romantic wilderness of Mediterranean flora and offers stunning views over the open sea. Besides wonderfully fresh seafood, dishes showcase local ingredients such as sheep's cheese, olives, and beef. The owners are the Meneghello family, whose ties to the island date back to 1906. They are well-known for their love of art and culture, as well as food: the walls are decorated with contemporary Croatian art.

    Palmižana 8A, Sveti Klement, Splitsko-Dalmatinska, Croatia
    091-478–3111

    Known For

    • Upscale Croatian dishes
    • Collection of colorful modern Croatian art
    • Run by family who select or catch ingredients themselves

    Restaurant Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Mar.

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