What to Eat in Hvar
Hvar’s food scene blends Dalmatian seafood, Mediterranean simplicity, and polished island dining. Rather than variety alone, eating well in Hvar means choosing quality kitchens with good sourcing and timing meals carefully.
At the top of the page:
Understanding Food in Hvar
Food in Hvar leans Mediterranean and seasonal.
In general:
Seafood dominates menus
Olive oil and herbs are central
Dinner reservations are essential in summer
Essential Dishes in Hvar
Fresh Adriatic Fish & Seafood
Grilled or simply prepared daily catch.
Where to try it:
Dalmatino – Sv. Marak 1, Hvar | Phone: +385 21 741 168 | Website: dalmatino-hvar.com
Black Pepper – Obala Fabrika 28 | Phone: +385 21 742 885 | Website: blackpepperhvar.com
Gariful – Riva 20 | Phone: +385 21 741 101 | Website: gariful.hr
Giaxa Restaurant – Petra Hektorovića 5 | Phone: +385 21 741 022 | Website: giaxa.hr
Divino Wine Bar – Obala Riva 27 | Phone: +385 21 741 149 | Website: divinohvar.com
Black Risotto
Cuttlefish risotto with squid ink.
Where to try it:
Dalmatino – Sv. Marak 1
Giaxa – Petra Hektorovića 5
Black Pepper – Obala Fabrika 28
Gariful – Riva 20
Fig Café Bar – Petra Hektorovića 3
Pašticada
Slow-braised beef with gnocchi.
Where to try it:
Dalmatino – Sv. Marak 1
Giaxa – Petra Hektorovića 5
Konoba Menego – Dr. Mate Miličića 7 | Phone: +385 21 741 017
Konoba Luviji – Hanibala Lucića 8
Traditional konobas in Old Town
Cheese, Prosciutto & Small Plates
Dalmatian starters and sharing boards.
Where to try them:
Divino Wine Bar – Obala Riva 27
Fig Café Bar – Petra Hektorovića 3 | Website: figcafebar.com
Wine Bar Riva – Riva area
Konoba Menego – Dr. Mate Miličića 7
Local wine bars near the harbor
Desserts & Coffee
Café culture and simple sweets.
Where to try them:
Caffe Bar XL – Riva
Fig Café Bar – Petra Hektorovića 3
Gelateria Tiziana – Old Town
Local pastry cafés near the square
Harbor cafés for late-night coffee
Planning Your Meals in Hvar
In Hvar, timing matters. Lunch works best after swimming, and dinner should be planned in advance. Use this page alongside the Hvar City Guide and Where to Stay in Hvar to eat near where you’ll spend evenings.