ZadarRestaurants

The definitive dining guide to Zadar: Michelin-starred culinary institutions, iconic local bistros, reservation secrets, and must-order signature dishes.

01

Foša Zadar

CUISINE:DALMATIAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:ADRIATIC SEAFOOD

Foša sits beside Zadar’s old harbor, under pale stone walls near the Land Gate. The terrace feels calm, with sea air, linen tables, and boats close enough to hear. Plates lean into Adriatic fish, shellfish, olive oil, herbs, and crisp local vegetables.

Must Try:Adriatic Seafood
02

Pet Bunara

CUISINE:DALMATIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:BLACK RISOTTO

Pet Bunara sits quietly beside the historic five water wells of Zadar. The dining space balances rustic stone walls with soft lighting to create a warm environment. The culinary team revives ancient Dalmatian cooking techniques using ingredients sourced from nearby islands. The menu celebrates the rich agricultural heritage of the Adriatic coast.

Must Try:Black Risotto
03

Restaurant Kornat

CUISINE:DALMATIAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:ADRIATIC SEAFOOD

Restaurant Kornat sits by Zadar’s water, with polished calm and open Adriatic light. The room feels precise, elegant, and deeply coastal, without trying too hard. Plates arrive with the quiet confidence of a city shaped by boats and salt.

Must Try:Adriatic Seafood
04

Restaurant Niko

CUISINE:CROATIAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:GRILLED ADRIATIC FISH

Restaurant Niko sits by the water in Zadar, with a polished dining room facing the Adriatic. The mood is calm, formal, and old school in the best Croatian coastal way. White tablecloths, sea air, and precise service make the meal feel anchored to place.

Must Try:Grilled Adriatic Fish
05

Bruschetta Zadar

CUISINE:DALMATIAN MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD BRUSCHETTA

Bruschetta Zadar feels polished but relaxed, with stone streets and Adriatic air nearby. Plates arrive bright with olive oil, herbs, ripe tomatoes, and fresh seafood. The room has a coastal rhythm, warm service, and a clean Dalmatian mood.

Must Try:Seafood Bruschetta
06

Dva Ribara

CUISINE:CROATIAN MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:WATERFRONT
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:GRILLED ADRIATIC FISH

Must Try:Grilled Adriatic Fish
07

4 Kantuna

CUISINE:DALMATIAN ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD PASTA

Must Try:Seafood Pasta
08

Bistro Gourmet Kalelarga

CUISINE:DALMATIAN MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:ADRIATIC PRAWN SALAD

Must Try:Adriatic Prawn Salad
09

Skoblar Restaurant

CUISINE:CROATIAN DALMATIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:GRILLED ADRIATIC FISH

Skoblar sits in Zadar's old core with stone walls, timber details, and a relaxed Dalmatian rhythm. The room feels lived in, with tables set for slow seafood lunches and local wine.

Must Try:Grilled Adriatic Fish
10

Pizzeria Tri Bunara

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:WOOD-FIRED PIZZA

Must Try:Wood-Fired Pizza
11

Konoba Stomorica

CUISINE:DALMATIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:CUTTLEFISH WITH CHICKPEAS

Must Try:Cuttlefish with Chickpeas
12

Konoba Rafaelo

CUISINE:CROATIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:GRILLED ADRIATIC FISH

Must Try:Grilled Adriatic Fish
13

Tamaris

CUISINE:CROATIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:HERITAGE
SPECIALTY:SPIT ROASTED LAMB

Must Try:Spit Roasted Lamb
14

Teatro Konoba

CUISINE:DALMATIAN SEAFOOD
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:FRIED CALAMARI

Must Try:Fried Calamari
15

Al Pacchero

CUISINE:ITALIAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:SEAFOOD PACCHERI

Must Try:Seafood Paccheri
16

Butler Gourmet And Cocktails

CUISINE:MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:SOCIAL-HUB
SPECIALTY:ADRIATIC SEAFOOD

Butler Gourmet And Cocktails feels polished without losing Zadar’s coastal ease. Expect a sleek room, low evening light, and plates built for slow attention. The mood suits a sharp dinner after the Old Town’s stone streets.

Must Try:Adriatic Seafood
17

Labrax

CUISINE:MEDITERRANEAN
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:FINE-DINING
SPECIALTY:DRY-AGED SEA BASS

Must Try:Dry-Aged Sea Bass
18

Maguro

CUISINE:JAPANESE
SETTING:STREET-SIDE
ATMOSPHERE:CASUAL
SPECIALTY:ADRIATIC BLUEFIN TUNA SUSHI

Must Try:Adriatic Bluefin Tuna Sushi