A Guide To Michelin Star Restaurants In Croatia

In the last decade, Croatia's gastronomy scene has come along leaps and bounds. No longer a destination limited to taverna style restaurants serving traditional Mediterranean dishes, Croatia is a rising star in Europe's well established Michelin Guide thanks to the addition of ten of its restaurants to its 1 Star list. We've compiled a rundown of the terrific ten so you have an idea of what to expect when visiting a Michelin-star restaurant in Croatia.

Thanks to their attractive locations, the venues also make a brilliant basis for a land tour program in Croatia for travelers who enjoy their food and the finer things in life. We've listed restaurants from north to south (Zagreb to Dubrovnik) to help you visualize the journey and also added a nearby vineyard recommendation for each restaurant where possible so that you can make the most of the gastronomic offer in each place. Click on the name of the restaurant or winery to be taken to their homepage for more info.

Noel, Zagreb

Described as: Modern European cuisine

Head chef: Bruno Vokal

Don't miss: Adriatic fish with white asparagus, smoked eel

Tasting menus: 4 courses: 480kn, 7 courses: 750kn

Winery: Korak Family Estate, Plesivica

Why? Home to the finest wines from the Plesivica wine growing region

Agli Amici, Rovinj

Described as: The culinary jewel in the crown at the luxury Grand Park Hotel resort...

Head chef: Emanuele Scarello

Don't miss: Prawns tortelli with peppers and hazelnut butter

Tasting menus: 3 menus with 5 courses: 850kn – 1100kn

Monte, Rovinj

Photo credit: Ognjen Marovic

Described as: ...cuisine is spectacular, almost theatrical

Head chef: Danijel Đekić

Don't miss: Suckling pig with lentils, yellow cabbage, Kulen sausage, and pork rind

Tasting menus: 6 courses: 889kn (Red, Green and Blue menus), 4 courses: 739kn, 3 courses: 639kn

Winery: Meneghetti, Bale

Why? Luxurious rustic farm surroundings, quality wines

Draga di Lovrana, Lovran

Described as: ...dishes are modern and creative in style, featuring Mediterranean influences and the occasional French twist

Head chef: Zdravko Tomšić

Don't miss: Piper gurnard, carrot, pistachio, butter, parsley

Tasting menus: 7 courses: 690kn, 5 courses: 570kn (fish, meat or mixed menus available)

Winery: Castle Belaj

Why? Stunning views and historic grounds

Nebo, Rijeka

Described as: ...traditional specialities made from regional ingredients alongside more adventurous, modern and creative fare

Head chef: Deni Srdoč

Don't miss: Duck with Haskap berry and mushroom

Tasting menus: 7 courses: 960kn, 11 courses: 1250kn

Alfred Keller, Mali Losinj

Described as: ...creative, modern and perfectly balanced dishes.

Head chef: Michael Gollenz

Don't miss: Adriatic fish fillet pan-roasted Fennel Kulen

Tasting menus: 3 courses: 640kn, 4 courses: 860 HRK

Boškinac, Novalja

Described as: Pag island’s specialties take pride of place on the menu

Head chef: Boris Šuljić

Don't miss: Octopus with Lika mushrooms, cream of potato with wild leaves, foam of Boskinac

Tasting menus: 8 courses: 880kn, 5 courses: 550kn

Winery: DeGarra Winery, Zadar

Why? Croatia's premier Vin du Garage winery, DeGarra's Marastina scores rave reviews

Pelegrini, Sibenik

Described as: ...your taste buds are never disappointed.

Head chef: Rudolf Štefan

Don't miss: Brudet

Tasting menus: Tasting menu: 865kn, 4 courses: 690kn

Winery: Vina Sladic, Plastovo

Why? Friendly family-run winery with good quality reds

LD Terrace, Korcula

Described as: Superb Mediterranean cuisine with a focus on local products

Head chef: Marko Gajski

Don't miss: Monkfish gnocchi with black truffles

Tasting menus: 5 courses: 390kn

Winery: Winery Zure, Lumbarda

Why? Excellent selection of wines in a picturesque location

Restaurant 360, Dubrovnik

Described as: ...elaborate, expertly prepared and beautifully presented dishes

Head chef: Marijo Curić

Don't miss: Black pork, beetroot & sour onion tart, pork skins chips, sweet potato, cream of mustard

Tasting menus: 3 courses: 640kn, 2 courses: 540kn

Winery: Crvik Vineyard & Winery, Komaji

Why? Award-winning wines from a family-run estate

For more information on gastronomy-themed tours in Croatia, get in touch with the friendly and professional team at Adriatic DMC.