Restaurants Gourmet Kalelarga Decorated with simple, but classy off-white walls and tables, this bistro offers great seasonal foods, such as asparagus dishes, a great variety of wines and delicious sweets. A warning for all the carnivores - the meat dishes are to-die-for! Try out the veal cutlet or beefsteak with a side of grilled vegetables or some savoury fried potatoes, polished off with a glass of wine made by locals from the Zadar region. For dessert, don’t miss out on tasting the fantastic chocolate pistachio pie. Stop by and you won’t be disappointed.QC‑3, Široka ulica 1, tel. (+385-23) 23 30 00, www.arthotel-kalelarga.com. Open 07:00 - 11:00; 18:00 - 23:00. (80 - 140kn). APGB Harbor Cookhouse & Club Harbor Cookhouse & Club sits on the waterfront of Zadar harbour, unsurprisingly, offering impeccable views of the water and of Zadar’s old town on the other side. Decked out in the fashion of a stylish yacht, this coastal eatery is certainly one to have on your ‘must-go’ list if you’re visiting the area. Popular with locals and tourists alike, you’ll find something here to suit at all times of day; whether a coffee to start the morning, a cool glass of vino over a light lunch, or a few beers with your dinner. There are offers each day, a business lunch menu proves exceptional value. The à la carte menu is very much that, with the meals on offer changing. If available, try the seafood burger.QC‑1, Obala kneza Branimira 6a, tel. (+385-23) 30 15 20, www.harbor.hr. Open 08:00-23:00. (80-700kn). A PGBE Kaštel Located in the 13th century Venetian Kaštel (Hotel Bastion) in the old Zadar centre, the menu oozes Dalmatian cuisine and creative modern culinary trends. Try the fresh fish, homemade bread and pasta filled with various creams. If you want local gastronomy, look no further! Restaurant Kaštel is located at Hotel Bastion, a new member of the luxurious Relais & Châteaux association.QB‑2, Bedemi zadarskih pobuna 13, tel. (+385-23) 49 49 50, www.hotel-bastion.hr. Open 13:0023:00. (145 - 240kn). A PGBL Kornat Delightfully modern and refined with a classy offering of inland and Dalmatian specialities and a great wine list, this place really is in a class of its own in the Old Town. Inventive, top quality cuisine - we were delighted with the black risotto.QB‑2, Liburnska obala 6, tel. (+385-23) 25 45 01, www.restaurant-kornat.hr. Open 12:00-23:00. (75200kn). A PGBJ6W Malo misto The “little place” is a pleasant bar and garden roštilj (grill), lively and popular. Locals come to enjoy the food, atmosphere and listen to Croatian music.QC‑3, Jurja Dal‑ matinca - Matejeva 3, tel. (+385-23) 30 18 31, www. malo-misto.com. Open 12:00-23:00; Sun 18:00-23:00. (100-250kn). APGBW facebook.com/ZadarInYourPocket
Niko Popularly called ‘kod Erika’ by locals, this restaurant is located on the seaside by Marina Borik and offers a superb choice of fresh fish. Savour some grilled sea bass and squid or try out a tuna carpaccio salad. Rumoured to have the best shrimp pasta in town, this is a gastronomic heaven for fish lovers.QG‑5, Obala kneza Domagoja 9, tel. (+38523) 33 78 88, www.hotel-niko.hr. Open 16:00-23:00. (90-190kn). A PGSL6W Pet Bunara This charming restaurant greets its guests with an alluring and romantic atmosphere. It offers delicious contemporary dishes, like ravioli and cold white fish with artichokes or classical mediterranean meals, like fresh octopus salad. Each dish is exquisitely arranged on a platter, that is not only appealing to the eye, but tastes great. During this summer season, many dishes are served with figs, from slices of prosciutto, to steak in a fig sauce, to desserts, like queen lady fig cake. You’re in for a real treat! QD‑3, Stratico ulica 1, tel. (+385-23) 22 40 10, www.petbunara. com. Open 12:00-22:30; closed Tue. (85-245kn). A P GBS6W
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