Coffee & Cakes

BOOk CAFFE dnEVnI BORAVAk For those of you wondering, the café translation is ‘The Living Room’ and it is in the atmosphere here that does justice to the café’s name. Friendly staff, very unpretentious and occasional live music is a plus. There is a separate room for non-smokers which serves as a gallery.QB‑1, Ciottina 12a. Open 07:00‑ 24:00; Sat 09:00‑24:00; Sun 16:00‑24:00. NPXTEJ6 CACAO A stand-out patisserie celebrated for the sheer range and quality of the things on offer, Cacao is the kind of place that demands repeat visits if you are to fully appreciate what they are capable of. Otherwise it’s a pretty tall order to make a choice between the delicate mille-feuilles, the outstanding macaroons, the delicious cheesecakes and the fantastic ice cream. With biscuits and hand-made chocolates on sale too, you’re unlikely to leave empty-handed. QC‑2, Riva 14, tel. (+385‑) 091 202 06 30, www.cacao.hr/. Open 09:00‑22:00; Fri, Sat 09:00‑23:00. PGBSJ CukARIkAFE The old-fashioned huddle of streets just north of Korzo are a fitting place for this delightful little café. The interior is a blend of bright modern colour and old-fashioned furniture, all with an eccentric twist. The drinks menu is just fab: an excellent selection of wines and beers at sensible prices. Nice teas and hot chocolate, good coffee, fresh juices and chilled-out sounds on the stereo… What more could you want?QD‑2, Trg Jurja Klovića 4, tel. (+385‑) 091 601 77 01. Open 08:00‑24:00; Sat 10:00‑24:00; closed Sun. APG TB6 FIlOdRAMMATICA BOOkSHOP CAFFE This stylish café is bang on Korzo and offers a rare selection of coffees, unique to Rijeka as well as yummy snacks and cakes. Its palatial façade was designed in the late 19th century by a nationalized Italian Giacomo Zammattio and is a listed building. If you walk to the rear of the café you’ll find the city library which stocks all the latest bestsellers and tourist guides. Sit outside and soak up the atmosphere of Korzo, watch the world go by and enjoy a good book too.QD‑2, Korzo 28, tel. (+385‑51) 21 16 96. Open 08:00‑21:00; closed Sun. NG TBJ6 GRAd kAVAnA&BAR Situated on the waterfront just short of the ferry terminal, Grad is one of those all-purpose café-bars that are a good place to grab a bite to eat or drink coffee during the daytime, or plough your way through the drinks menu at night. Six daily specials are chalked up on a board every lunchtime, all displaying a deft combination of local seasonal ingredients and contemporary European savvy. Boutique gins and a good wine list might just keep you here until closing time. QD‑3, Riva Boduli 7B, tel. (+385‑) 091 272 61 63. Open 08:00‑23:00; Fri, Sat 08:00‑ 24:00; Sun 08:00‑22:00; closed Mon. AP BJ PIkO PIKO bakery offers daily fresh bread, pastries, sandwiches and lots of snacks. A pleasant ambience and always fresh products will make your day in Rijeka more enjoyable.QC‑2, Korzo 38b, tel. (+385‑51) 58 60 01, www.pikrijeka.hr. Open 07:00‑19:00; Sat 07:00‑13:00; closed Sun. APG TBJ RICA GluTEn FREE This health-oriented café-bakery right opposite the National Theatre serves some awesomely good fare; no wonder the outdoor terrace is one of Rijeka’s most popular people-watching spots. Snack on savoury burek or sandwiches, or opt for the hard-to-resist cakes, syrupy baklava and creamy slices of kremšnita. You can also buy loaves of bread and packets of biscuits from the bakery counter.QE‑3, Verdijeva 3b, tel. (+385‑ 51) 37 45 93, www.rica.hr/. Open 07:00‑21:00; Sat 08:00‑ 14:00; closed Sun. APBJ SAMOVAR BAR If you want a cosy little place to stop by and enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or Croatian craft beer, this is it. It has great indoor and outdoor seating with cushions, carpets and chandeliers. Boir - a locally based tea-blending brand is served here and can be purchased as take away. Owing to the tea bar and a relaxing atmosphere surrounding it, the square is often referred to as the Tea Square, a charming little oasis dotted with live plants. QE‑2, Trg Matije V. Flaciusa 2, tel. (+385‑51) 21 55 21. Open 07:00‑ 20:00; Sat 07:00‑14:00; closed Sun. NBJ SlOn PASTRy SHOP The must-see pastry shop, “Slon by Moreno Debartoli”, in the heart of Rijeka’s Old Town has been inspired by the first chocolate factory in the Balkans that opened in this city at the end of the 19th century. All desserts are created in a workshop located within the pastry shop and are made from 100% natural ingredients and the finest Belgian chocolate. QE‑1, Grivica 4, tel. (+385‑51) 29 65 42, www.slon.hr. Open 09:00‑21:00; closed Sun. AJ