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Where to eat.

A short, honest list of places I send friends to. Book ahead in summer — the good tables go fast.

Fine Dining

  • 360° Dubrovnik

    Michelin-starred, built into the city walls above the Old Harbour. Occasion-worthy tasting menus.

  • Restaurant Stara Loza

    Rooftop terrace with sweeping views, modern Dalmatian tasting menu.

  • Above 5 Rooftop

    Elegant six-course tasting overlooking Stradun.

Seafood

  • Proto

    A Dubrovnik institution since 1886. Grilled fish, black risotto, and old-school service.

  • Bota Šare Oyster & Sushi Bar

    Ston oysters straight from the family farm, plus sushi with a Croatian twist.

  • Kopun

    Traditional coastal cooking on a beautiful square — try the octopus salad.

Traditional Croatian Cuisine

  • Konoba Dubrava (on the way to Srđ)

    Peka lamb and veal under the bell — order 3 hours ahead. Worth the drive.

  • Konoba Ribar

    Tiny family-run konoba tucked in the Old Town. Simple, honest, cheap for what it is.

  • Taj Mahal

    Bosnian rather than Croatian, but the ćevapi and Sarajevski sač are outstanding.

Family-Friendly

  • Lucin Kantun

    Small, warm, welcoming — good pasta, seafood, and portions kids will actually eat.

  • Pizzeria Oliva

    Wood-fired pizza in a quiet square. Reliable go-to with children.

  • Peppino's Gelato

    The best ice cream in the Old Town. Bribery-grade.

Sunset Dining

  • Restaurant Panorama (top of the Cable Car)

    Sunset over the terracotta rooftops. Book a table 30 minutes before golden hour.

  • Nautika

    Right outside Pile Gate with sea and Lovrijenac views — classic special-occasion spot.

  • Restaurant Orsan (Lapad)

    Feet-in-the-water terrace, calm bay, great for a relaxed sunset dinner.

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