Kamene priče, a jazz tavern in Bale
The seasonal menu centres on homemade pasta. Jazz has been part of Kamene priče for more than 20 years, and renowned jazz musicians often perform there.
Closed. Opens on tomorrow 08:00.
MoreRestaurants and taverns in and around Bale
Traditional taverns, restaurants and agritourism farms in and around Bale and elsewhere in Istria serve Istrian and Mediterranean dishes, fish and shellfish, meat, homemade pasta and truffles. Macedonian grilled dishes are another option in Bale.
Before you go, check the distance from Bale and opening hours. If you plan to dine at a small tavern in summer, book a table in advance.
Restaurant La Grisa
At La Grisa, they use Istrian ingredients in less familiar ways too. Alongside fish and boškarin beef, try the black truffle ice cream.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Restaurant Lav
At Lav, choose Macedonian grills, Istrian dishes and fish. Lamb and other peka roasts need to be ordered in advance.
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Bistro Toni in Bale
At Toni, they prepare pizza, pasta, grilled dishes, squid and Asian food. The bistro is beside the football pitch on the edge of Bale.
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Ristorantino Dado in Bale
Dado’s menu centres on black risotto and the catch of the day, with pasta, truffle dishes and grilled meats. The restaurant is close to Bale’s old town.
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Meneghetti Restaurant & Bar
At Meneghetti, choose à la carte dining or chef Ante Miletić's tasting menu. Two wine pairings feature wines from the estate.
Open. Closes at 22:30
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2. Peron Restaurant
At 2. Peron, the cooks make their own pasta and grill steaks over an open fire. The Lušetić family also serves spirits from its own distillery.
Closed. Opens on wednesday 12:00.
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Restaurant Monte Rovinj
At Monte, choose from the seasonal Flora and Fauna menus. Have all six courses from one menu or a shorter selection from both.
Closed. Opens on today 18:00.
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Restaurant San Pol
At San Pol, above the beach of the same name, fish is grilled and mussels cooked buzara-style. Pizza and Istrian ombolo are also on the menu.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Pizzeria Albachiara
Alongside its excellent pizzas, Albachiara serves grilled dishes, fish and homemade pasta. Some tables stand beside a lawn and children’s playground.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Konoba Mali Mol in Bale
At Mali Mol, they make pizza, homemade pasta and dishes over an open fire. The daily lunch is also worth trying, starting with excellent homemade soup.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Pizzeria Grimani
Alongside set combinations, you can choose your own toppings on the Grimani pizza. Its base is tomato, cheese and oregano.
Closed. Opens on tomorrow 14:00.
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Porto Bus restaurant at Colone near Bale
At Porto Bus by Colone, families can choose pizzas and grilled dishes. Children have their own menu and a playground beside the terrace.
Closed. Opens on today 13:00.
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Konoba Bembo in Bale
At Bembo in Bale, homemade pasta is served with veal ragù or game sauce. Fish and meat dishes are also available, including platters for two.
Open. Closes at 23:00
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Gelateria San Rocco
At San Rocco in Bale, cakes and gelato are made daily. For aperitivo, they serve freshly baked focaccia sandwiches, Istrian wines and cocktails.
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Kod Kancelira
At Kod Kancelira in Bale, they cook cuttlefish stew with baked polenta. They also make homemade pasta with game or truffles and fish or meat platters.
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Konoba Batelina
At Batelina, the Skoko family cooks the day’s catch. Choose your fish from a platter, and try starters made with less sought-after species.
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La Parenzana restaurant in Volpija near Buje
La Parenzana changes its menu with the seasons, drawing on handmade pasta, the day’s catch and ingredients from its own garden and nearby producers. Its name comes from the narrow-gauge railway whose former route is now used by walkers and cyclists.
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Oštarija Fortica
At Fortica, Željko Markus cooks with ingredients from Kvarner and Istria, changing the menu with the seasons. Homemade ravioli with Adriatic prawns and slow-roasted beef shank make the restaurant a reason to plan lunch or dinner in Kastav.
Closed. Opens on tomorrow 12:00.
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Boljun tavern
Boljunska Konoba is known for ravioli filled with curd cheese from the family herd and prosciutto. Beyond the ravioli, order maneštra, ombolo with cabbage or roast veal, then finish with pancakes filled with curd cheese and honey.
Closed. Opens on today 15:00.
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Hum tavern
At Humska konoba, handmade fuži come with truffles or meat ragù. The short menu draws on the cooking of the Buzet area, from maneštra and nedeva to ombolo with sauerkraut, alongside bread baked in the kitchen.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Selo Mekiši Agritourism
At Selo Mekiši Agritourism, the cold platter features Istrian prosciutto from the family curing house, followed by boškarin, Fiorentina steak or homemade pasta. Some tables sit among the olive trees, and larger groups should book in advance.
Closed. Opens on today 17:00.
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Restaurant Viking
At Viking by Lim Bay, they serve oysters and raw dondole on ice, plus fresh fish. Book a table ahead for weekends and high season.
Closed. Opens on tomorrow 11:00.
MoreKonoba Bocun
At Bocun, fish features in cold starters, pasta and risotto, while both fish and meat are grilled for main courses. Since taking over in 2025, the new team has changed the menu and arranged the tables throughout a large garden among olive trees.
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Stancija Buršić, Istrian prosciutto producer in Vodnjan
For over three decades, the Buršić family in Vodnjan has made PDO Istrian prosciutto. The estate includes a tavern and shop.
Closed. Opens on today 17:00.
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La Boca, Rovinj
At La Boca on Rovinj's waterfront, they bake pizza in a wood-fired oven. They also prepare seafood pasta and grilled fish.
Open. Closes at 22:00
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Konoba Borgonja
At Borgonja, lamb is braised for hours. Alongside maneštra and homemade fuži, ombolo and sausages are cooked over an open fire in winter.
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