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1. Agli Amici
$$$$ | |Chef Emanuele Scarello of Udine, Italy, opened his second restaurant in Rovinj in 2021 during the pandemic, and three months later was awarded a Michelin star for its gastronomic excellence. There's no à la carte menu—only three tasting menus, each featuring thoughtful blends of Istrian, Godia (the Rovinj area), and Friuli flavors. All this incredible food is served in an approachable and elegant waterfront location overlooking the marina, Old Town Rovinj, and the trendy Promenade Plaza in front of the Grand Park Hotel Rovinj.
Šetalište Vijeća Europe 1–2, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-642–084Known For
- Clever interpretations of local foods
- Spectacular waterfront views
- Incredible dining experience that can last three hours
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Rate Includes: Closed Mon.–Wed. No dinner weekends -
2. Barba Danilo
$$ | |Don’t let this restaurant’s location in a campsite outside of town fool you: this fine-dining seafood restaurant is by far the best restaurant in Rovinj, and possibly in all of Istria. Forget the standard starter-main-dessert kind of meal and instead indulge in a variety of innovative cold and warm appetizers made with the freshest local ingredients. Desserts are as imaginative and fabulous as the rest. The friendly owners are clearly proud of their food.
Polari 5, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-830–002Known For
- Upscale dining experience
- Imaginative dishes
- A variety of cold and warm seafood starters
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov.–Apr. -
3. Bookeria
$$ | |Inventive Mediterranean food is served in an eye-catching, whimsically decorated garden dropped right on the stone square. You may not be seated on the sea but you'll feel the vibrant holiday vibe flowing from the minute you arrive. Grab some pancakes and pancetta for breakfast; at lunch order one of the popular burgers, from veggie to fish to beef tartufi (black truffle), all paired with a San Servolo pale ale. For dinner, try any of their fresh fish or seafood specialties, like the shared seafood platter with grilled tuna steaks, whole oven-roasted branzino, and pan-fried squid.
Trg G. Pignaton 7, 52210, Croatia052-817–399Known For
- Juicy burgers
- Hipster vibe and whimsical decor
- Friendly service
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr. -
4. Monte
$$$$ | |Dinner here promises upscale, out-of-this-world, creatively presented Italian-Istrian dishes served on a special garden terrace just below the famous St. Euphemia’s Church. The menu changes often but usually includes mare crudo, an eye-popping feast of super-fresh seafood carpaccio, or try a bit of everything with a five- or seven-course tasting menu. Crisp white linen tablecloths on modern white wrought-iron patio tables dot the shady terrace. Reservations are essential as this restaurant received Croatia's first Michelin star in 2017.
Montalbano 75, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-830–203Known For
- Reservations essential
- Multicourse tasting menus
- Exceptional wine pairings
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed mid-Oct.–Easter. No lunch, Reservations essential -
5. Giannino
$$ | |Tucked away on a small square in a residential area of the Old Town, Giannino is equally popular among locals and tourists for its fresh and delicious Mediterranean fare such as pan-fried squid with polenta, spicy boiled Adriatic shrimp, branzino al forno (baked slowly in the oven), cuttlefish ravioli, grilled rib eye with roasted potatoes, and tagliatelle with lobster. Starched white and blue checkered tablecloths make the place look classy, but the atmosphere is convivial and relaxed with friendly staff. Established in 1972, the large restaurant is modern, except for a gallery-seating area rustically decorated with a vaulted brick ceiling, but most opt for a spot outdoors on the large patio. To find it, at the beginning of Carera Ulica, Rovinj’s main street, turn right—opposite where all the crowds will be heading.
Augusta Ferrija 38, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-813–402Known For
- Fresh fish and seafood
- Run by the same family since 1972
- Charming location in the center
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Tues. and Nov.–Mar. -
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6. Maestral
$$ | |You won’t find a bad seat at this outdoor seafront restaurant with fantastic views of the Old Town, particularly at sunset. An extensive menu, friendly staff, a laid-back vibe, and affordable prices draw crowds here all day. Favorites include the fisherman’s pie, a thin-crust pie filled with anchovies, tomatoes, and onions, and juicy squid stew served with the creamiest polenta. The restaurant is always packed, especially at dinner, but tables turn quickly.
Obala Vladimira Nazora 3, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-830–565Known For
- Outstanding views
- Lots of crowds
- Fresh seafood dishes, including excellent fisherman's pie
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Apr., Needed in high season -
7. Orca
$$ | |Local, fresh, traditional food makes this restaurant on the outskirts of town a favorite among locals. Its location on the main road may not draw visitors in at first, but the food is excellent and a great value. This large restaurant with an open fireplace and outdoor terrace is open year-round serving typical Istrian meat, fish, and pasta. Locals rave about their tagliatelle with scampi and mushrooms and the daily grilled meat plate.
Gripole 70, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-816–851Known For
- Tagliatelle with scampi and mushrooms
- Traditional restaurant with old-fashioned interior
- Big portions
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Nov., and Tues. Oct.–May -
8. Pizzeria Da Sergio
$ | |With 50-plus varieties of delicious thin-crust pizzas, there's plenty to choose from at this conveniently located venue along the narrow road leading up to the main cathedral. Pizzas are all baked in a wood-burning oven and are so good locals come from all over Istria to get them. Inside it's pleasantly cool, even on a hot day. The interior spreads out over two floors, but try to get a table downstairs, where wooden tables and benches give it the feel of an old Italian tavern and the atmosphere is more vibrant.
Grisia 11, Rovinj, Istarska, 52210, Croatia052-816–949Known For
- Some of the best pizza in Istria
- Old Italian tavern atmosphere
- Cash-only policy
Restaurant Details
Rate Includes: Closed Mon. Nov.–Easter. No lunch Nov.–Easter
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