What to Eat in Zagreb
Zagreb’s food scene blends traditional Croatian cooking, Central European influences, and a growing modern dining culture. Rather than being flashy, eating well in Zagreb means choosing trusted local restaurants, bakeries, and markets.
At the top of the page:
Understanding Food in Zagreb
Food in Zagreb reflects home-style cooking and café culture.
In general:
Portions are generous
Lunch is the main meal
Bakeries play a major role in daily life
Essential Dishes in Zagreb
Štrukli
Baked or boiled pastry filled with cheese.
Where to try it:
La Štruk – Skalinska 5, 10000 Zagreb | Phone: +385 1 483 33 21 | Website: lastruk.hr
Esplanade Hotel Restaurant – Mihanovićeva 1 | Phone: +385 1 456 66 66 | Website: esplanade.hr
Stari Fijaker – Mesnička 6 | Phone: +385 1 483 00 11
Gostionica Purger – Petrinjska 33 | Phone: +385 1 481 64 58
Local bakeries offering savory pastries
Ćevapi
Grilled minced meat served with flatbread and onions.
Where to try them:
Ćevabdžinica Tigar – Opatovina 35 | Phone: +385 1 580 74 01
Batak Grill – Multiple locations | Website: batak.hr
Mrak Restaurant & Grill – Mesnička 11 | Phone: +385 1 483 33 33
Žumberački Stan – Savska cesta 181
Local grill houses throughout the city
Zagreb Schnitzel
Breaded veal or pork stuffed with cheese and ham.
Where to try it:
Stari Fijaker – Mesnička 6
Gostionica Ficlek – Radnička cesta 54 | Phone: +385 1 644 67 77
Purger – Petrinjska 33
Kod Pere – Šubićeva 20
Traditional Croatian restaurants
Dolac Market Foods
Fresh produce, cheese, and local specialties.
Where to try it:
Dolac Market Stalls – Dolac 9
Plac Kitchen & Grill – Dolac Market area
La Štruk – Skalinska 5
Market-side bakeries
Local cheese and cured meat vendors
Desserts & Pastries
Cakes, kremšnita, and café desserts.
Where to try them:
Vincek – Ilica 74 | Phone: +385 1 483 32 17 | Website: vincek.hr
Cukeraj – Vlaška 92 | Website: cukeraj.hr
Orijent – Multiple locations
Korica Bakery – Multiple locations | Website: korica.hr
Traditional pastry cafés in Lower Town
Planning Your Meals in Zagreb
Meals in Zagreb work best when planned loosely. Use this page alongside the Zagreb City Guide and Where to Stay in Zagreb to eat near where you’re exploring and allow time for cafés.