Restaurants in the centre of Rijeka
If you want to stay close to Korzo, the city market, the waterfront and Rijeka’s main locations, the city centre offers several very good places for lunch, dinner, pizza, Asian cuisine or dessert. Here we have selected restaurants and venues that are practical for guests staying in the centre and easy to reach while walking around the city.
El Rio
El Rio is a modern and relaxed restaurant in the centre of Rijeka and a good choice for guests who want a wider selection for lunch or dinner. The menu includes pizzas, burgers and other popular dishes, so it suits different tastes and a more relaxed outing in the city.
Because of its central location, it is practical for guests who want to sit down for lunch or dinner after walking around the city without any extra driving. It is a good choice for couples, smaller groups and guests who enjoy a livelier city atmosphere.
Konoba Fiume
Konoba Fiume is a well-known choice for guests looking for a fish restaurant and a Mediterranean atmosphere in the centre of Rijeka. Its proximity to the Rijeka market and the city centre makes it practical for lunch or dinner after sightseeing or a walk by the sea.
It is a good choice for guests who want a fresher seafood selection and a more classic Rijeka dining experience. It is especially suitable for those who want to stay in the centre while still experiencing a restaurant with a stronger local character.
Bistro Mornar
Bistro Mornar is one of Rijeka’s more recognizable choices for guests looking for local cuisine, daily lunch dishes and a more classic city restaurant. It is a good option for lunch in the centre and for guests who prefer a simpler, proven and locally familiar approach to food.
It suits guests who want to experience a somewhat more traditional city rhythm and have a meal without too much formality. Its location by the sea and close to the city centre makes it very practical during a stay in Rijeka.
Cacao
Cacao is a very good choice for guests who want something sweet, coffee, cakes or ice cream in the very centre of Rijeka after lunch or dinner. It is not a classic restaurant, but it is worth including in the guide because it is very practical and popular for a short break while walking around the city.
It is a good choice for couples, families and all guests looking for a pleasant place by the waterfront for dessert or a short rest during the day. It is especially practical as a stop after a walk along Korzo or by the sea.
Antack
Antack is a very practical choice for guests who want a restaurant in the centre of Rijeka, close to the waterfront and the city’s main promenades. It suits guests looking for a classic city restaurant for lunch or dinner without moving away from the centre.
It is a good option for guests who want to stay along the waterfront and central area and combine a meal with a walk by the sea or sightseeing. Because of its location, it fits easily into the day’s plans without any extra driving.
San Servolo
San Servolo is a very good choice for guests who want something more casual in the very centre of Rijeka, with a relaxed atmosphere and a practical location while walking around the city. It is especially known for pinsa, the Roman version of pizza with a lighter and airier dough.
It fits well into the guide because it offers a somewhat more modern and informal option compared with classic restaurants. It is practical for guests who want to stay in the centre and are looking for a simpler but attractive food stop.
Maslina na Zelenom trgu
Maslina na Zelenom trgu is a very good choice for guests who want a restaurant and pizzeria in the very centre of Rijeka, in a location that is practical for walking around the city, lunch or an evening out. It suits guests looking for a Mediterranean touch, a more relaxed atmosphere and good pizza in a central city location.
It fits nicely into the guide as a recommendation for guests who want a pizzeria in the centre, but also a wider range of dishes beyond pizza itself. That makes it a good choice for couples, families and smaller groups with different tastes.
TaiYang
TaiYang is a good choice for guests who want Chinese and Asian cuisine in the very centre of Rijeka, close to the market and the theatre. The menu includes classic Chinese specialties, dim sum, noodle dishes, rice dishes and various meat and vegetable dishes, so it is an interesting option for guests who want something different from the classic Mediterranean offer.
Because of its very practical location, it fits easily into the day’s plan while walking through the centre of Rijeka. It is a good choice for guests who want lunch or dinner in the city while looking for Asian cuisine instead of standard local or Mediterranean restaurants.
Restaurants outside the centre worth visiting
If you want to go beyond the city centre during your stay, Rijeka, Trsat, Sušak, the western part of the city and the surrounding area offer several restaurants worth a short drive. We have selected places that can be a good choice for guests who want local cuisine, fish specialties, grill dishes, an Italian restaurant or a trusted option in Opatija.
Konoba Brig
Konoba Brig is a good choice for guests who want local cuisine and a somewhat more classic local atmosphere outside the narrower centre of Rijeka. It is a place that often suits guests who want to go for a proper lunch or dinner in a somewhat quieter setting.
It is a good option for those who enjoy Croatian and Mediterranean cuisine and want a restaurant that is not on the main city promenade. It is worth including in your plan if you want to explore a slightly different gastronomic side of Rijeka.
Na Sušaku
Na Sušaku is a good choice for guests looking for local cuisine and a more local Rijeka experience outside the usual tourist centre. Such places are often interesting precisely because they offer a more relaxed rhythm and the feeling that you have stepped a little outside the city’s main routine.
It is a good option for guests who like simpler, trusted restaurants and want to try something that feels more like a local everyday choice. It is especially suitable for those who enjoy home-style dishes and a less tourist-oriented atmosphere.
Konoba Tarsa
Konoba Tarsa is a good choice for guests who want to head towards Trsat and combine lunch or dinner with time spent in one of Rijeka’s best-known areas. Such locations have extra value because they can easily be combined with a visit to Trsat Castle or a walk around Trsat.
It suits guests who enjoy local and coastal cuisine and want a more pleasant and somewhat quieter atmosphere than the city centre itself. If you plan to spend part of the day in Trsat, Tarsa is a very practical choice.
Konoba Ribica
Konoba Ribica is a good choice for guests who want a fish restaurant outside the very centre and are willing to go a little farther for a better seaside atmosphere. Such places are especially suitable for guests who want dinner in a calmer setting and a stronger focus on fish dishes.
If you want to include at least one fish restaurant outside the centre during your stay, Ribica is a logical choice. It fits well into the guide because it offers a different dining experience from classic city locations.
La Scarpetta
La Scarpetta is a good choice for guests looking for an Italian restaurant and wanting a different gastronomic experience during their stay in Rijeka. This kind of choice completes the guide nicely because, alongside local and fish restaurants, it also offers a quality Italian option.
It is especially suitable for guests who enjoy pasta, Italian-style cuisine and a more pleasant, relaxed meal outside the city centre itself. It is also a good choice for couples and for guests who like exploring Trsat and the wider city area.
Barbacoa
Barbacoa is a very good choice for guests looking for a stronger grill and meat selection outside the very centre of Rijeka. It is especially suitable for those who enjoy barbecue, larger portions and a more relaxed restaurant for lunch or dinner.
It is a good choice for guests who want a different type of restaurant from the classic fish or local tavern while still staying in the Rijeka area. It fits nicely into the guide as a recommendation for grill dishes, meat dishes and a more relaxed outing.
Ružmarin, Opatija
Ružmarin in Opatija is a good choice for guests who want to go a little outside Rijeka during their stay and combine a trip with lunch or dinner on the famous Opatija Riviera. It is a very well-known restaurant with a long reputation and a wide offer that includes grill dishes, pizzas and Mediterranean specialties.
It is especially suitable for guests planning to visit Opatija, take a walk along Lungomare or enjoy an evening out outside Rijeka. In the guide, it fits nicely as a trusted recommendation for the nearby surroundings of the city.
Rijeka as a great starting point for food recommendations
Staying at Apartments Budin allows you to easily explore both the centre of Rijeka and restaurants outside the narrower city centre. During your stay, you can combine city walks, sightseeing and different places for lunch, dinner or dessert, depending on what suits you best that day.