Tip Top (Gundulićeva 18, Zagreb) – this one-time tavern was previously frequented by popular Croatian poet Tina Ujevic. The meals here are rather simple, but satisfying, such as Crunchy shark on warm potato, radicchio and arugula salad; Veal Zagreb steak with French fries; and Chicken fricasse with tagliatelle.
Šalša (Kostelska 11, Zagreb) – this eatery, located in the working class area of Tresnjevka, serves various local and Mediterranean-influenced meat and seafood dishes. It also has a popular outdoor seating area for those wanting to dine al fresco. Music and a very good beer selection are more reasons customers dine here.
Royal India (Kaptol 27, Zagreb) – this is one of the few Indian restaurants in Zagreb. Along with the South Asian décor, dishes served there include tandoori chicken (marinated in yogurt with garlic, ginger, onion. Spices and saffron; fish marinated in kebab masala finished in tandoor; lamb curry cooked in North Indian spices & herbs, […]
Rougemarin (Folnegovićeva 10, Zagreb) – this restaurant, which is very popular among locals, has a gorgeous outdoor terrace and is reputed to serve the best hamburger in town. It also serves a variety of local and international dishes, such as chicken liver pate with black truffles; leaf salad with roast beef, brie cheese and toasted […]
Pauza (Preradovićeva 34, Zagreb) – this restaurant, which caters to local yuppies, is popular during lunch time. Many of Mediterranean-Asia fusion dishes are served here. The décor is very modern (a welcome change from the city’s omnipresent medieval atmosphere), with “chill-out” style dance music playing in the background. This restaurant prides itself on the affordability […]
Molto (Vlaška 115, Zagreb) – given this country’s proximity to Italy, it’s expected that some restaurants, like Molto, would serve Italian dishes – ranging from pizzas to pastas, raviolis and other Mediterranean standard dishes. Along with that, Croatian items like “crni ravioli” (squid-like pasta stuffed with cheese and shrimp) and Istarski Pljukanci (doughy pasta twizzles […]
Den Røde Cottage (Strandvejen 550, Copenhagen) – this restaurant, which received a Michelin star in 2013, offers fine meals by the water in a scenic setting. Diners are given the option of 3 to 8-course meals (reputedly at reasonable prices, given its Michelin standing). Dishes served here include dried Danish ham, forest mushrooms and elderberry; […]
Lari i Penati (Petrinjska 42a, Zagreb) – the meals served in this modern bistro range from fried sole marinated in white wine to trout fillet with tabulé salad and homemade croutons with fried pear; spinach and cheese canelons; as well as local favorites like sausages with saukraut and potatoes. A variety of Croatian wines are […]
Green Point (Varšavska 10, Zagreb) – this restaurant is one of the few in Zagreb that offers mainly vegetarian dishes. Items served here range from tofu burgers to seitan and hemp, Asian-inspired wok meals, various soups (such as the Russian borscht) as well as vegetarian shakes.
Bistro Karlo (Gunduliceva 16, Zagreb) – this small upscale restaurant offers 3-course lunches, and at least two tasting menus for dinner. However, since it’s run by a prominent local sommelier, this place is known for the wines served here – given its extensive wine list (with almost all of them available by the glass).