Michelin Guide

Recommendations from our MICHELIN inspectors for a special vacation combining breathtaking natural landscapes, restaurants that make full use of the best local ingredients, and hotels full of charm

In this restaurant offering excellent value for money, regional cuisine takes centre stage in delicious, carefully prepared dishes such as cuttlefish with black rice and chorizo.

Chef Bernard Korak’s focus on sustainability takes centre stage in delicious cuisine that showcases the best of this small, unspoilt wine region in Croatia.

New Michelin entries in Split include PiNKU fish & wine and BÒME, while Konoba Kala in Supetar also makes an appearance. Let’s take a look at some of the must-visit restaurants in this delightful corner of Croatia

In the spirit of the MICHELIN Star, the MICHELIN Key recognizes the most exceptional hotels throughout the world.

The culinary philosophy and vision of two chefs: Marko Gajski at the Lešić Dimitri Palace hotel’s Michelin-starred LD restaurant and Dragan Kordić at Filippi.

A new Star shines bright and inspires Croatian gastronomy as part of the 2023 MICHELIN Guide selection.

When your ingredient is of the highest quality, it needs nothing more than a liberal dose of respect to bring out its intrinsic goodness and just a hint of creativity to bring out its unique flavours without changing it in any way.

Some capital cities completely reflect the spirit of their country – and this is certainly the case for magnificent Zagreb. This city teems with movement and positive energy, sometimes evoking the buzz of a lively metropolis, while at other times feeling much more accessible and manageable in size.

With more than 1,200 islands and islets dotted like a string of pearls along the stunning Croatian coast in the Adriatic, Croatia offers a unique travel experience thanks to its abundance of beautiful natural and cultural sights.

Croatia at its most authentic and traditional: home-made bread and pasta, carefully chosen ingredients sourced from small producers (such as delicious goat’s cheese), and warm, friendly service.

Discover more about our award for good quality, good value cooking

As the Christmas lights sparkle over the snow-covered rooftops of Zagreb, the historic centre of the Croatian capital takes on a magical feel. With the onset of Advent and the approach of the Christmas festivities, the Zagreb Mingles project and it’s Christmas edition Zagreb Jingle Mingles provide an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to explore the city’s attractions through a whole host of traditional events and delicious gourmet treats in its many restaurants, bistros and pastry shops.

Traditional Christmas cuisine is a highlight of any culture that celebrates this important holidays and Zagreb’s delicious Christmas specialities, which include home-made mlinci (a type of flatbread) with a meat sauce, stuffed cabbage rolls, roast turkey and an array of typical desserts made with raisins, honey and chocolate, are no exception.

From the classic rolls stuffed with walnuts or poppy seeds to the fine desserts served at Michelin restaurants, Christmas in Zagreb offers plenty of opportunities to savour the delicious, colourful sweets and desserts associated with this festive time of year.

Experiencing restaurants is the MICHELIN Guide inspectors’ prime focus. Whether we’re travelling in our own hometowns and countries or internationally, we always thrive on finding the most interesting food opportunities.

The MICHELIN Guide has developed an international barometer to facilitate analysis of the impact of the Covid-19 crisis on Michelin Starred restaurants.

The many different food trends in Zagreb, as showcased in the 14 restaurants selected by the MICHELIN Guide, bear witness to the importance of Mediterranean and market-inspired cuisine, both of which reflect the geography, historical changes and cultural influences in the Croatian capital over the centuries.