Southern Dalmatia Restaurants
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1. Ante's Place
$$$ | |Located on the breezy seaside terrace at PineTree Boutique Apartments (and run by the same family), the food at Ante's Place is so good you'll likely eat all of your meals there while on Mljet. It's the best place to try traditional Dalmatian dishes, from lamb or octopus cooked peka-style to plentiful seafood platters and divine lobster spaghetti. The humble hosts will tell you that the food they cook is just the typical stuff they eat at home; if they really eat this well at home every night, you'll consider moving in.
Saplunara 17, Croatia99-591–0024Known For
- Peaceful seaside location
- Great place to order peka
- Family-run business
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May -
2. BOWA
$$$$ | |For the ultimate exclusive island dining experience, head to BOWA ("best of what's around"), nestled on its own secluded beach on Šipan with chic cabanas right over the water and a shady dining terrace right beside the beach. Choose between a three- or four-course menu (€90 or €120) or splurge on the seven-course tasting menu with wine pairing (€290); the seafood-centric dishes change regularly but favorites include bluefish tuna tartare, swordfish sashimi, oysters from Ston, and perfectly grilled white fish. The same family of fishermen that owns BOWA also owns the Bota Šare restaurants in Mali Ston, Dubrovnik, Split, and Zagreb; needless to say, seafood lovers are in for a treat. Be aware that if you want to relax on the beach after lunch there isn't much shade, but you can reserve a shady cabana right over the water for the afternoon; the package costs €850 for groups of 1–4 people and includes the three-course menu and a welcome drink. The best way to get there is by chartering a speedboat in Dubrovnik or one of the Elafiti Islands. You can also catch a luxury shuttle boat that picks up and drops off from the harbor at Brsečine, 22 km (13 miles) up the coast from Dubrovnik; reserve your spot ahead of time. If you're coming by car, there is a parking lot at the top of the road leading down to the harbor.
Pakljena 3, Croatia091-636–6111Known For
- Expertly prepared fresh seafood
- Exclusive dining on a private beach
- Owned by same family as the Bota Šare empire
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3. Konoba Feral
$$ | |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, Croatia020-712–090Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Family atmosphere
- Seaside location
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May -
4. Bota Šare Mali Ston
$$$ | |Occupying a 14th-century salt warehouse, Bota Šare (owned by the Šare family of fishermen who own some of the best seafood restaurants from Dubrovnik to Zagreb) is known for its menu of outstanding locally caught seafood. Order the fish platter for two to try a selection of the best catch of the day, and ask about boarding a boat to try oysters right from the channel where they are caught.
Ston, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20230, Croatia020-754–482Known For
- Best place to try Mali Ston oysters
- Owned by local family of fishermen
- Excellent fish platters
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5. Estravaganca
$$$ | |The epitome of a hidden gem, there is no menu or prices at Estravaganca, just a chalkboard with the catch of the day and the owner who will rush out to grab your boat ropes, show you to your table, bring out the fish for you to choose from, then light the fire and grill it right in front of you. Most days there are mussels and oysters kept in the sea and pulled out just minutes before they're put on your plate; same goes for the crab and lobster, which is then cooked in a spicy buzara sauce with homemade pasta. You can get there by car, but the best way to arrive is by boat.
Lovište, Croatia098-944–7099Known For
- Fresh seafood pulled out of the sea and cooked in front of you
- Reachable by a steep narrow road or by boat
- Secluded location right on the beach
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6. 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, Croatia020-323–682Known For
- Cheap prices and large portions
- Dubrovnik institution
- Great fried fish and black risotto
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7. Kapetanova Kuća
$$$ | |Known throughout Croatia, this long-standing favorite helmed by chef Lidija Kralj has been synonymous with Ston and fresh oysters for more than 45 years. Located in an old stone home on the Mali Ston waterfront and slightly more upscale than other nearby restaurants, people come from far and wide to feast on the shellfish here, as well as the plentiful black risotto and unusual stonski makaruli, a cake made from pasta, nuts, sugar, and cinnamon, unique to Ston.
Obala dr. Ante Starčevića 9, Ston, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20230, Croatia020-754–264Known For
- Local oysters, mussels, and clams
- Excellent black risotto
- Nationally celebrated female chef
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8. Konoba Kod Marka
$$ | |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, Croatia020-758–007Known For
- Local favorite
- Seaside location
- Four-course seafood menu
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–May, Reservations recommended -
9. Konoba Kolona
$$ | |Located one street behind Tiha Bay, Konoba Kolona is a firm favorite for seafood among locals; the owner is also the fisherman and the cook, so you know you're in good hands. It has two large covered terraces, plus indoor seating and reasonable prices for popular dishes such as lobster by the kilo, mussels buzara (in tomato and white wine sauce), and octopus carpaccio.
Put Tihe 2, Cavtat, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20210, Croatia020-478–787Known For
- Fresh seafood
- Popularity with locals
- Friendly service
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10. Nautika Restaurant
$$$$ | Pile |Occupying the beautifully restored 19th-century Nautical Academy building just outside the Pile Gate, Nautika has a solid reputation as Dubrovnik's finest restaurant. With an unrivaled view over Fort Lovrijenac from its two terraces, plus an exceptional seasonal menu showcasing the best local ingredients (particularly dishes featuring lobster from Vis or Adriatic shrimp), it's a reliable choice for a formal meal. Choose between the à la carte menu or the chef's tasting menu (seven courses for €164).
Brsalje 3, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia020-442–526Known For
- Long-standing Dubrovnik institution
- Five- or seven-course tasting menus available
- Romantic seaside terraces overlooking Fort Lovrijenac
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Rate Includes: Closed Oct.–Mar. -
11. Proto
$$$$ | Stari Grad |Located right in the heart of the Old Town, Proto dates back to 1886 and most locals will respectfully acknowledge that it's still one of the best in town. It has hosted everyone from King Edward VIII and Wallis Simpson to modern-day celebs and sports figures who come to try its menu of premium local seafood and reliably prepared Dalmatian dishes. Opt for the five-course tasting menu (€100), which includes the catch of the day, or go for the à la carte menu; the seafood platter for two is an excellent choice.
Široka 1, Dubrovnik, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20000, Croatia020-323–234Known For
- Cool history
- Fine dining in the center of the Old Town
- Excellent seafood platter for two
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Rate Includes: Reservations required -
12. Restoran Obala
$$$ | |This smart restaurant has offered fine dining on Lopud's seafront promenade since 1939, with idyllic sunset views across the bay and wonderfully formal waiters. The house specialty is školjke na buzaru (mixed shellfish cooked in wine and garlic), and they also do a superb prawn and truffle risotto.
Obala Iva Kuljevana 18, Lopud, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20222, Croatia098-512–725Known For
- Long-standing family-owned institution
- Seaside location
- Formal service
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13. Stari Kapetan
$$ | |Designed to look like an actual ship with a life-size captain at the helm, this restaurant outside the classy Boutique Hotel Adriatic is one of the best in town. Try the seafood platter for two, with tuna steak, grilled squid, mussels, scampi, and extraordinary sea bream, plus a glass of Plavac Mali from the family's own vineyards.
Šetalište Kneza Domagoja 8, Orebic, Dubrovacko-Neretvanska, 20250, Croatia020-714–488Known For
- Fresh local seafood platter
- Alfresco seaside dining
- Fun design
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