Baltazar 1982

Baltazar is a fine dining restaurant that serves local Croatian cuisine. It is ideally situated only a 5-minute walk from the cathedral and has an enchanting courtyard where you can enjoy your meal.

• E-mail:

  info@baltazar.hr

• Address:

  Nova Ves 4, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 4666 999

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 12pm–12am

Batak Grill

Batak Grill is a barbecue restaurant chain with several locations scattered around town. Among other things, you can order chicken fillet and chicken wings, grilled cheese, ćevapčići (a grilled dish of minced meat ), and ribs. If you prefer something lighter, they also have a decent selection of salads.

• Web:

  https://batak-grill.hr/batak-radnicka/

• E-mail:

  info@batak-grill.hr

• Address:

  Radnička cesta 37c, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 6061 155

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 11am–11pm, Sun 11am–6pm

Boban

At Boban, they serve Mediterranean food with marked influences from Italian cuisine. Check the chef's daily offer, crafted using the freshest ingredients available. Remember to leave some space for dessert, and try the tiramisu, the millefoglie or the meringue cake.

• E-mail:

  boban.restoran@gmail.com

• Address:

  Gajeva ul. 9, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 48 11 549

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Sun 8am–12am

Bulldog

Bulldog is more than just a bar. The venue also has a restaurant and a club downstairs where concerts, parties, acts, and cultural events take place. On the drinks menu, you'll find local beers and wines as well as a selection of over 60 cocktails, all at reasonable prices.

• Web:

  https://bulldog-zagreb.hr/en/

• Address:

  Bogovićeva ul. 6, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 6052 322

• Opening hours:

  Daily from 8am–12am

Capuciner

Capuciner is a grill and steakhouse perfect for meat lovers. They serve not only classic burgers and steaks but also lamb chops, duck breasts, stuffed pork, and more. To try a bit of everything, order the meat plate for 2. The menu also features some main courses like gnocchi and risotto, seafood dishes and Mexican specialities like flautas de pollo.

• Web:

  www.capuciner.hr

• E-mail:

  info@capuciner.hr

• Address:

  Kaptol ul. 6, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4810 487

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 10am–12am, Sun 12–11pm

Dubravkin put

Dubravkin put, featured on the Michelin Guide in 2019, serves an excellent selection of Croatian seafood as well as superb meat dishes, all accompanied by carefully-selected wines. Outdoor seating is possible when the weather permits it. It might be necessary to book in advance.

• Address:

  Dubravkin put 2, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4834 975

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 12pm–12am

Aquarius

Located near Lake Jarun, a bit outside the city centre, you'll find this intimate but popular nightclub. They host DJs almost every Friday and Saturday, and the party goes on all night long. Live bands perform occasionally.

• Web:

  https://aquarius.club

• E-mail:

  info@aquarius.hr

• Address:

  Aleja Matije Ljubeka 19, Lake Jarun, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 3640 231

Bacchus

Bacchus is the Croatian name for Dionysus, the Greek god of wine. No wonder this jazz bar has a fine selection of Dalmatian wines, then. Jazz or soul sessions usually take place on Fridays or Saturdays.

• Address:

  Trg Kralja Tomislava 16, Zagreb

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 9am–12am, Fri 9am–1am, Sat 10am–1am, Sun 4pm–12am

Booze and Blues

Booze and Blues offers exactly what you'd expect, which is good drinks and good music, as rock and blues bands play here quite often. Here they love music so much that they even use a saxophone as a beer tap.

• E-mail:

  info@booze-and-blues.com

• Address:

  Ul. Ivana Tkalčića 84, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4837 765

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 10am–12am, Fri–Sat 10am–2am

Bulldog

Bulldog is more than just a bar. The venue also has a restaurant and a club downstairs where concerts, parties, acts, and cultural events take place. On the drinks menu, you'll find local beers and wines as well as a selection of over 60 cocktails, all at reasonable prices.

• Web:

  https://bulldog-zagreb.hr/en/

• Address:

  Bogovićeva ul. 6, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 6052 322

• Opening hours:

  Daily from 8am–12am

Dežman Bar

One of the newest places in Zagreb, Dežman Bar is already a well-established venue for after-dinner drinks. On the menu, you'll find classic and speciality cocktails, local beers and wines, Italian grappas, whiskey and other strong or soft options. They also have snacks, coffee, desserts and cigars.

• Web:

  www.dezman.hr/en/home/

• E-mail:

  info@dezman.hr

• Address:

  Dežmanova ul. 3, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4846 160

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 8am–12am

Hemingway Lounge Bar

Hemingway is a popular cocktail bar in the city centre of Zagreb. The decor is elegant and modern, and there are some outdoor tables for people-watching. Dress up and order a raspberry Martini, an Amaretto Sour, or whatever drink you like most.

• Address:

  Trg Republike Hrvatske 1, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4854 176

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat 7am–11pm, Sun 7am–12am

Amélie

Amélie is a lovely cafe close to Jelačić Square where you can indulge in a cup of coffee with a sweet treat. It can be a small macaron or a piece of their delicious homemade cakes like cheesecake, brownies, or a strudel. You'll be happy to know that at Amélie, they use only authentic, organic ingredients, Belgian chocolate, French almond flour, and Viennese pistachios.

• Web:

  www.slasticeamelie.com

• E-mail:

  amelie@slasticeamelie.com

• Address:

  Vlaška ul. 6, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 5583 360

• Opening hours:

  Daily from 8am–11pm

Booksa

Booksa is a coffee shop and literary club frequented by locals that hosts several cultural events throughout the year, such as talks with Croatian and non-Croatian writers and concerts. They serve hot and cold drinks and also have some English-language books and magazines to browse through. Note that they require a small membership fee to enjoy the cafe's space and events, as Booksa is run by a non-profit organisation.

• Web:

  https://booksa.hr/english

• E-mail:

  booksa@booksa.hr

• Address:

  Martićeva ul. 14d, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 1 4616 124

• Opening hours:

  Tue–Fri 10am–6pm, Sat–Sun 10am–3pm

Botaničar

Only a few steps away from the Botanical Garden, Botaničar is a stylish cafe that hosts art exhibitions and cultural events like book presentations. The interior vaguely resembles a greenhouse, with plants as decoration and vintage green sofas and chairs. Note that they have a drinks-only menu.

• E-mail:

  botanicar.zg@gmail.com

• Address:

  Trg Marka Marulića 6, Zagreb

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–11pm, Sat 9am–11pm, Sun 11am–7pm

Cafe U Dvoristu

"U Dvoristu" means "in the yard" in Croatian, and this cafe does indeed have a lovely yard where you can sit and enjoy your drink. Their coffee is supplied by the local roasters of Cogito Coffee, and it is served in a variety of ways, including with soy or almond milk. The drinks-only menu also includes a good selection of teas, beers, and juices.

• Address:

  Ul. Jurja Žerjavića 7, Zagreb

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 9am–10pm, Sat 9am–5pm, Sun 9am–3pm

Cogito Coffee Shop

Cogito Coffee is a roasting company based in Zagreb that aims to serve fair-trade, high-quality coffee. They sell their coffee to several cafes around the world, but they also have their own place in the city centre. Try their single-origin coffees from tropical regions, a speciality blend, or even an organic tea.

• Web:

  www.cogitocoffee.com

• E-mail:

  info@cogitocoffee.com

• Address:

  Varšavska ul. 11, Zagreb

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 8am–8pm, Sat 9am–7pm, Sun 9am–3pm

Eli's Caffe

Eli's Caffe is a coffee roastery and coffee shop highly specialised in this hot beverage, as it's the only thing they serve. You can order a regular espresso or something special like a cappuccino with soy milk or a marocchino: a macchiato with cocoa powder.

• Web:

  www.eliscaffe.com

• E-mail:

  info@eliscaffe.com

• Address:

  Ilica 63, Zagreb

• Phone:

  +385 91 455 5608