ZOI, Split

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Obala Hrvatskog Narodnog Preporoda 23, 21000 Split zoi.hr zoi.split@gmail.com 021637491

19 - 24, 12 - 24, , , 30, 90

Restaurant ZOI is located on the waterfront, close to the southern wall of Diocletian Palace. The emperor’s dining room was close to today’s restaurant which gives this place a special historic energy for enjoying sophisticated dishes, fine wine, philosophical debates and joy. The history of Split is the ground stone from which the idea for this creative restaurant was born.

Charming small wooden door leads to the old stone stairs climbing to the first floor and the interior part of the restaurant. The most attractive part is the Palace wall stretching along the entire restaurant with windows opening to the very Diocletian cellars.

Further stairs lead to the magnificent terrace that leaves you speechless due to its view of Split waterfront, Diocletian’s wall and palm trees. Evenings here are quiet and exciting, elegant and relaxed. The music, conversation and sounds of the city are in perfect harmony while you enjoy yourself on the terrace, with a glass of fine wine caressed by the soft summer breeze.

Restaurant’s chef Igor Kurtenjak artistically combines the tastes of his dishes inspired by the Mediterranean with its rich history providing a real rhapsody on his plates. Igor never hides the ingredient; it is always detectable on your plate. His style is technically progressive but also traditional. Since its opening in 2017, the restaurant has won a lot of recognition, including Michelin’s and Gault&Millau’s recommendation. The wine list with 70 top quality wines covers most world regions but it favours Croatia and its neighbouring areas. ZOI is the place for exploration of the senses in the 1,700- year- old surroundings in which history, passion and food are joined to offer memorable moments.