Dining

Zagreb

Dining in Zagreb

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DiningGuide was updated: March 24, 2025

In Zagreb, you will find plenty of good restaurants serving both national and international cuisine. In the spring and summer, dine alfresco and soak up the kinetic atmosphere. Most of the restaurants are open until 11pm or midnight, unless stated otherwise.

Baltazar 1982

Baltazar 1982

Baltazar is a fine dining restaurant that serves local Croatian cuisine. It is ideally situated only a 5-minute walk from the cathedral and has an enchanting courtyard where you can enjoy your meal.

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Dubravkin put

Dubravkin put

Dubravkin put, featured on the Michelin Guide in 2019, serves an excellent selection of Croatian seafood as well as superb meat dishes, all accompanied by carefully-selected wines. Outdoor seating is possible when the weather permits it. It might be necessary to book in advance.

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Vinodol

Vinodol

In the heart of Zagreb, you'll find Vinodol, a Croatian restaurant serving dishes inspired by central Europe and Mediterranean cuisine. Their extensive wine list features wines from nearby regions and countries such as Slovenia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Istria. They also have a weekly menu with good offers on particular dishes and wines. Their outdoor terrace seats up to 100 people during summer, and it's an excellent place for a romantic dinner.

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Gallo

Gallo

Gallo is a very popular restaurant in the city centre that serves Mediterranean cuisine, both traditional and modern. Fresh seafood dominates the menu and requires to be accompanied by a glass of Croatian wine. They also offer homemade pasta and open-air seating.

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Nokturno

Nokturno

Nokturno is a European restaurant offering a huge selection of Italian dishes like pizzas, lasagne, a wide range of pasta dishes, gnocchi, and risotto. In addition, they also serve burgers, fish and meat dishes. For dessert, try the sweet pizza with chocolate and almonds. The outdoor terrace is open in the spring and summer.

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Pivnica Medvedgrad

Pivnica Medvedgrad

Pivnica Medvedgrad is a large pub and beer hall located only 5 minutes from Zagreb's main square. They serve large portions of pub food and Croatian specialities together with their own in-house brewed beers. The happy hour takes place every day from 5pm–6pm.

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Okrugljak

Okrugljak

Okrugljak has been serving authentic Croatian cuisine in Zagreb for over a century and has, therefore, become a local institution. They use mainly local and seasonal produce to prepare typical dishes like štrukli, dough with cheese filling, or pašticada, a beef stew they serve with homemade gnocchi.

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Bulldog

Bulldog

Bulldog is more than just a bar. The venue also has a restaurant and a club downstairs where concerts, parties, acts, and cultural events take place. On the drinks menu, you'll find local beers and wines as well as a selection of over 60 cocktails, all at reasonable prices.

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Vagabund

Vagabund

At Vagabund, you can enjoy some pizza while listening to live music. Their signature pizza is topped with ham, champignons, bacon, pepperoni and olives. In addition to pizza, they also serve several local specialities like ćevapčići and other meat dishes.

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Capuciner

Capuciner

Capuciner is a grill and steakhouse perfect for meat lovers. They serve not only classic burgers and steaks but also lamb chops, duck breasts, stuffed pork, and more. To try a bit of everything, order the meat plate for 2. The menu also features some main courses like gnocchi and risotto, seafood dishes and Mexican specialities like flautas de pollo.

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Batak Grill

Batak Grill

Batak Grill is a barbecue restaurant chain with several locations scattered around town. Among other things, you can order chicken fillet and chicken wings, grilled cheese, ćevapčići (a grilled dish of minced meat ), and ribs. If you prefer something lighter, they also have a decent selection of salads.

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Mio Corazon

Mio Corazon

Mio Corazon is a cosy tapas bar near the curious Museum of Broken Relationships. Make your own tapas or choose from different combinations of ingredients and try new flavours. You can accompany your meal with a glass of sangria or a cocktail.

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Boban

Boban

At Boban, they serve Mediterranean food with marked influences from Italian cuisine. Check the chef's daily offer, crafted using the freshest ingredients available. Remember to leave some space for dessert, and try the tiramisu, the millefoglie or the meringue cake.

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Vegehop

Vegehop

Vegehop is a vegan and vegetarian restaurant in the city centre of Zagreb. On the menu, you'll find, among other things, moussaka, miso soup, tofu and seitan burgers, whole grain pasta, and bean stew. Gluten-free and raw options are also available. Once you're there, remember to ask what's on the daily menu.

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Ginger Sushi

Ginger Sushi

Maki, uramaki, roll, nigri... These words must be familiar for all of those who love sushi and will soon be to all first-timers. At Ginger Sushi, you can order all the delicious sushi you can eat and it will be prepared on the spot, or take away one of their ready-to-go boxes.

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