Croatia’s 2025 Michelin-Starred Restaurants Revealed

On a Croatia private tour, you can admire everything from idyllic beaches and brilliant turquoise water to magnificent medieval landmarks, as well as savor a wide range of delicious Croatian cuisine. The country’s vibrant culinary scene reflects its diverse cultural influences from Italy to Austria, Hungary, Greece, and beyond, with plenty of tasty Croatian wine to pair with it.

Fresh seafood and fish dishes are abundant, particularly in coastal towns and on the islands, but eateries also serve hearty stews and zagorski štrukli (cheese pastries), highlighting continental regional flavors. Foodies might be surprised to learn that while many family-run tavernas serve authentic fare prepared using recipes handed down through generations, you can also enjoy exceptional fine dining with Croatia’s 2025 Michelin-starred restaurants.

Restaurant 360° - Dubrovnik

Meals at the 360° are just as impressive as the views and perhaps even more so. Perched above the Old Town of Dubrovnik, there is no bad seat at this fine dining restaurant, built into the medieval walls. Specializing in creative modern cooking, influenced by the Adriatic and classic French techniques, savor meticulously prepared dishes with a breathtaking vista of the harbor or beneath the twinkling stars. Everything from slow-cooked lamb garnished with flowers to sea bass and scampi, lightly fried in vermicelli noodles atop Jerusalem artichoke foam, is sure to impress, but the signature carrot, cooked four ways and served in a black garlic and pine nut crumb, is a must-try. All can be enjoyed with local wines like Plavac Mali and Terrano.

Dubravkin Put - Zagreb

Widely regarded as the best seafood restaurant in Zagreb, Dubravkin Put sits among lush greenery at the edge of Tuskanac Park. Enjoy seasonal dishes such as tagliatelle with white truffles and Dalmatian brodet (a fish stew prepared with fresh herbs). A la carte and an elaborate degustation menu combining meat and fish, such as fresh trout from Gacka, Adriatic sea bass, and goose liver with sour cherries, are both available, along with many plant-based dishes. All are beautifully presented with balanced flavors and can be complemented with wines recommended by the sommelier. The desserts have often been called the highlight of meals here, with Millefoglie with apple and vanilla served with cinnamon ice cream, the restaurant’s signature treat.

Krug Restaurant - Split

Located near the waterfront in Split, Restaurant Krug offers a unique and intimate experience with just a dozen seats, arranged around a counter and open kitchen where you can watch the talented team prepare your gastronomic feast. The menu changes according to the fresh ingredients available that day, with organic and seasonal underscoring it all, it’s the collaboration with local suppliers ensuring the highest quality meats, line-caught fish from the Adriatic, and vegetables from a local farm. Dry-agers are used to enhance the flavors of both meat and fish for a celebration of Dalmatian tradition. The seven-to-nine-course menu includes both traditional wine pairings with a combination and international and Croatian labels, and non-alcoholic pairings with kombuchas, kefirs, sodas, and tea.

Agli Amici - Rovinj

Located along the seafront promenade at the five-star Grand Park Hotel Rovinj, Agli Amici boasts awe-inspiring marina views from its namesake fishing port, but it’s the innovative yet simple cuisine that makes it a standout. Run by the Scarello family for generations, it’s among the best Michelin-star restaurants in Croatia as the first to earn two Michelin stars. An imaginative mix of Croatian and Italian, the seasonally changing tasting menus have included everything from mouthwatering lobster and Istrian lamb with lemon, capers, and sea herbs, to wild mushroom and citrus fruit ravioli. Dining can be enjoyed on the spacious terrace with impeccable service provided throughout – and did we mention the sunset views? Arrive just before dusk and prepare to be wowed.

LD Restaurant - Korcula

Located in Lešić Dimitri Palace in Old Town Korcula near the waterfront promenade, LD Restaurant offers spectacular views and dishes inspired by both the sea and gardens along the Adriatic coast. Korcula’s only Michelin-star restaurant, enjoyed refined Dalmatian cuisine with Eastern influence and French-style sauces. A gastronomic journey enjoyed with a romantic view of nearby islands and the sea, the focus is on fresh, local, and seasonal products, including fish, olive oil, and wild island plants. Choose between an a la carte and a tasting menu with iconic dishes including shrimp gyoza with daikon and mousseline sauce, and foie gras ganache with pickled apples, raspberry, and pistachio. All dishes can be complemented with an outstanding glass of wine, thoughtfully selected by the sommelier.

Alfred Keller - Mali Losinj

The Alhambra boutique hotel on Losinj, the “island of vitality,” is home to Alfred Keller. Led by Austrian chef Michael Gollenz, it’s renowned for its award-winning cuisine based on classic French cooking techniques. There’s a focus on local and regional products such as wild island herbs, Losinj lemons, and olive oil from nearby Cres Island, along with some dishes featuring flavors from across the globe. Overlooking the cobalt waters of Cikat Bay, guests can enjoy them a la carte or via innovative tasting menus featuring items like Istrian beef, Cres lamb, and fresh clams. All can be paired with the highly celebrated wine program featuring some 600 labels, including local and international options, and a panoramic view from the spacious terrace.

Boskinac - Novalja, Pag

Set within a beautiful stone house surrounded by olive trees and grapevines that also includes a tavern, winery, and boutique hotel, Boskinac celebrates local Pag Island products. Renowned for its interpretation of traditional cuisine with modern, creative twists, it offers an idyllic backdrop for a gastronomic feast with artistically prepared dishes showcasing the local flavors. During the warmer months, you can dine beneath pine trees and colorful bougainvillea outdoors on tables placed on terraces that are immersed in a romantic botanical paradise. Think everything from profiteroles with salted anchovy filled with olive and almond pesto, Pag’s famous lamb, and delicious desserts to finish like kefir cream and pralines, along with refreshing sorbets. Afterward, perhaps head to the cozy tavern for live music.

Pelegrini - Sibenik

Ranked among the world’s best restaurants, Pelegrini sits within the Renaissance-style Villa Pelegrini-Tambaca in the heart of Old Town Sibenik next to the renowned St. James Cathedral. It has a fabulous Mediterranean ambiance with natural stone walls, and some tables offer sea views from the spacious terrace. Look forward to Dalmatian dishes influenced by Austro-Hungarian and Turkish cuisine, prepared with ingredients sourced from small, local producers, including beef, veal, scallops, and sea snails. Some of the favorites have included rabbit, a famous regional delicacy often on the menu with handmade cuttlefish ink pasta. The meatballs with carrot cream is jam-packed with flavor, and the scallops with beetroot is a dish so pretty you’ll want to take a moment to appreciate its beauty.

Cap Aureo - Rovinj

Also located within the Grand Park Hotel, Cap Aureo is renowned for its exceptional Mediterranean dining and panoramic views of Old Town Rovinj and the marina from its fifth-floor glass-enclosed terrace. Often listed among the best restaurants in Croatia, it received its prestigious Michelin star in the 2025 Michelin Guide selection. The tasting menu, consisting of 20 courses, features many vegetable-emphasized dishes, all based on local, seasonal ingredients and the chef’s love for the Istrian region. A true gourmet journey, all are creatively designed to please all the senses and can be enjoyed with a well-curated wine list. You might find everything from squid cacio e pepe and summer carrot tartare with caviar, to watermelon carpaccio, lamb, and St. Joseph’s figs.

Noel - Zagreb

Also located within the Grand Park Hotel, Cap Aureo is renowned for its exceptional Mediterranean dining and panoramic views of Old Town Rovinj and the marina from its fifth-floor glass-enclosed terrace. Often listed among the best restaurants in Croatia, it received its prestigious Michelin star in the 2025 Michelin Guide selection. The tasting menu, consisting of 20 courses, features many vegetable-emphasized dishes, all based on local, seasonal ingredients and the chef’s love for the Istrian region. A true gourmet journey, all are creatively designed to please all the senses and can be enjoyed with a well-curated wine list. You might find everything from squid cacio e pepe and summer carrot tartare with caviar, to watermelon carpaccio, lamb, and St. Joseph’s figs.

Nebo - Rijeka

Located on the fifth floor of the Hilton Rijeka Costabella, Nebo Restaurant features a long glass wall encompassing the entire dining room, showcasing a spectacular view of the Adriatic coast and Cres Island. Look forward to a menu based on seasonal ingredients from small ecological and biodynamic farms, prepared by the chef who combines a modern cooking style with traditional elements and Italian-French influences. Expect the highest quality seafood from the region’s fishermen and free range livestock, with the catch of the day, lamb, and duck, just a few of the options. The degustation menu features items like Amuse-bouche with crab, mussels, celery, leek, and asparagus, while sommeliers will carefully pair a glass of wine with every dish.

Monte - Rovinj

The first restaurant in Croatia to earn a Michelin star, Restaurant Monte was given the honor in 2017. It sits atop a hill near the iconic Church of St. Euphemia in the stonewalled courtyard of chef Danijel Đekić’s birth house. It produces its own olive oil within a 15-minute drive from the restaurant near Lim fjord, offering a menu of traditional Istrian cuisine and modern fusion twists inspired by Italian fare. Seasonal ingredients are sourced from small farms around Rovinj, the local butcher shop, and the fish market. Vegetarian dishes are on offer too, prepared with wild herbs and the freshest vegetables. Some of the favorites include the famous 24-hour MONTE suckling pig, while seafood lovers should consider the Adriatic tuna tartar.

Korak -Jastrebarsko

Set within a family winery, Korak is a family-run restaurant surrounded by vineyards, unique in that it’s not only earned a Michelin star but a Green Star, celebrating its dedication to sustainable practices. Renowned for its farm-to-table approach, dishes feature fresh, seasonal ingredients from the owner’s gardens, local producers, streams, and even nearby forests, showcasing regional flavors prepared with creative, contemporary techniques. Only tasting menus are offered with the option for five or eight courses that can be paired with the property’s best wines. The sourdough bread, made using flour from local mills, is a highlight, as is the slow-cured ham, homemade cheese, and hand-churned butter. Notable dishes include both sea and river fish, venison, and tortellini stuffed with goat’s curd.