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Restaurants 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.

Kamene priče, a jazz tavern in Bale

(8 reviews)

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.

Open. Closes at 15:00

Restaurant La Grisa

(5 reviews)

At La Grisa, they use Istrian ingredients in less familiar ways too. Alongside fish and boškarin beef, try the black truffle ice cream.

Closed. Opens on today 12:00.

Restaurant Lav

(6 reviews)

At Lav, choose Macedonian grills, Istrian dishes and fish. Lamb and other peka roasts need to be ordered in advance.

Bistro Toni in Bale

(3 reviews)

At Toni, they prepare pizza, pasta, grilled dishes, squid and Asian food. The bistro is beside the football pitch on the edge of Bale.

Black risotto and the catch of the day are the most distinctive part of Dado’s compact menu, alongside pasta, truffle dishes and grilled meats. The restaurant is a few minutes’ walk from Bale’s old town, with tables in the dining room and on the terrace.

Borghetto

Borghetto in Bale offers four three-course menus. Emil Adum's kitchen makes bread and pasta daily, while Dragan Janko selects Istrian wines.

Closed. Opens on today 18:00.

Konoba Batelina

(3 reviews)

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.

La Parenzana restaurant in Volpija near Buje

(1 review)

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.

Meneghetti Restaurant & Bar

(2 reviews)

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

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 today 12:00.

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.

Hum tavern

(1 review)

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.

Closed. Opens on today 12:00.

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 12:00.

Restaurant Viking

(1 review)

At Viking, Lim Bay oysters and dondole come raw on ice, followed by fresh grilled or fried fish. The Matošević family has run the restaurant since 1964, and tables should be booked ahead at weekends and in high season.

Closed. Opens on today 11:00.

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 today 12:00.

Konoba 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.

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.

Restaurant Monte Rovinj

(2 reviews)

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.

La Boca, Rovinj

(2 reviews)

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 23:30

Restaurant San Pol

(5 reviews)

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.

Closed. Opens on today 11:00.

Pizzeria Albachiara

(7 reviews)

Alongside its excellent pizzas, Albachiara serves grilled dishes, fish and homemade pasta. Some tables stand beside a lawn and children’s playground.

Closed. Opens on today 12:00.

Mol Picio

(1 review)

At Mol Picio, they prepare fresh pasta alongside the daily fish selection. The house tagliatelle with shellfish and cuttlefish are served for two.

Open. Closes at 22:00

Konoba Mali Mol in Bale

(10 reviews)

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