Spaghetteria Toni:
Great for a plate of pasta
Lokando Peskarija:
a great location
Not only are there more restaurants in Dubrovnik, the quality and variety has also improved as befitting an international tourist destination. Dubrovnik restaurants now span the gamut from cheap to exorbitant, from casual to dressy indeed. (see more on Dubrovnik dining). Yes, you can find a crush of restaurants on infamous Prijeko street, but I wouldn't recommend them. Here's what I would recommend.
Top End Restaurants
Nautika
Brsalje
3
With a great location just outside Pile Gate, Nautika is class all the way. It's routinely named as one of Croatia's top restaurants for its blend of classic and modern cuisine. Nevertheless, it's rarely frequented by locals.
Proto
Siroka 1
Owned by the same company as Nautika, the emphasis here is on fish and seafood prepared in traditional Dubrovnik style. Dining is slightly more casual here and there is a local following.
Gils
Sv Dominika
Modern, relaxed and very trendy, this new place is committed to fusion cuisine. There are tapas, a chill-out bar-lounge and a full menu of imaginative dishes. Its location in front of the Dominican Monastery, makes Gils an easy refreshment break from sightseeing in Dubrovnik.
Mid-Range Restaurants
Orhan
Od Tabarike
Only a few steps from Nautika but much cheaper, this restaurant with a terrace overlooking the sea has accumulated quite a fan club over the years. Famous for its heaping plates of seafood and scrumptious black-ink risotto, patrons are also pleased with the roast veal.
Dubrovacki Kantun
Boškoviceva ulica 5
This rustic place in the Old Town turns out delicious Dubrovnik specialties. Plus they have no problem catering to special diets and vegetarians.
Rozarij
Prijeko 2
Tiny but atmospheric, Rozarij is a local favourite for its impeccable seafood. The homespun charm is a delightful change on touristy Prijeko.
Levenat
Nika i Meda Pucica 15
If you're staying in Lapad, no need to confine yourself to a hotel restaurant. This classy establishment serves up delectable Dubrovnik cuisine in a pretty dining room.
Budget Restaurants
Buffet Škola
Antuninska 1
Fast-food Dubrovnik-style with smoked ham sandwiches, locally-caught sardines and marinated cheese.
Lokanda Peskarija
Old Port
Too many guidebook reviews (all excellent) have kept the crowds flowing in to this very typical fish house on the port. It's hard to beat the prices and the scenic location. The interior is decorated in a comforting nautical theme.
Kamenice
Gunduliceva
At the scene of the morning market, venerable Kamenice serves up big plates of mussels to a stream of appreciative patrons. Touristy in the high season, it reverts to a local hangout off season.
Sesame
Dante Alighieria
Just about 100m from the Old Town, this relaxed tavern-restaurant-inn is a great place to have a drink and nibble or settle in for a tasty meal. The crowd is young and casual.
Vegetarian Restaurants
Nishta
Prijeko 30
It's truly vegetarian and draws inspiration for such far-flung places as Mexico, India, China and the Middle East. From falafel to spring rolls, you can nosh well and keep a clear conscience.
Related Pages
Dubrovnik Travel
Planner
Dining in Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik 2009: My Restaurant Reviews
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