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Restoran Istranka
Homemade Pasta
Recommended multiple times for being delicious and highly satisfying, with reviews specifically praising the homemade pasta dishes and saying they were a highlight of the meal.
Fuzi Pasta With Truffles
Called out as a favorite and described as sensational, especially for its strong flavor and excellent truffle pairing.
Homemade Tortelloni Filled With Sea Bass
Strongly recommended for its unique filling and memorable taste; one reviewer said they could easily eat two portions.
Octopus
Mentioned several times as a standout seafood dish, with reviewers describing it as nice and even the best item they tried.
Lemon Mousse
Highlighted as amazing and outstanding, making it one of the most praised desserts in the reviews.
White Fish Carpaccio
Praised as absolutely amazing and part of a top-rated seafood meal, showing it was a memorable dish for freshness and quality.
Fish Soup
Recommended as one of the excellent seafood starters, with reviewers noting the overall food quality was top tier.
Risotto With Shrimps
Mentioned as perfect and strongly recommended for its rich seafood flavor.
Olive Oil Of The House
Frequently praised as fantastic and one of the restaurant’s signature items, even suggested as something worth trying with dessert.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Wednesday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Thursday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Friday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 1 to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 1 to 10 PM |
About Restoran Istranka
Restoran Istranka is a Croatian restaurant in Opatija, serving lunch, dinner, brunch, and dessert with dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the food quality, especially the homemade pasta, fish dishes, risotto, octopus, fish carpaccio, and seafood starters, along with the service and atmosphere. The restaurant is described as cozy and casual, with a terrace and indoor seating, and reservations are recommended for busy meal times. It also offers wine, beer, coffee, and late-night food, and is noted for being good for kids and groups.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Romantic
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Lunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually somewhat difficult to find a space
Frequently asked questions
What is Restoran Istranka known for?
It is best known for homemade pasta and seafood dishes, especially fish carpaccio, octopus, and risotto. Reviewers also mention the homemade olive oil and local dishes with a modern touch as standout parts of the meal.
What dishes are most recommended at Restoran Istranka?
Reviewers most often highlight the risotto, octopus, fish carpaccio, and langoustine scampi, along with homemade pasta like fuzi pasta with truffles and tortelloni filled with sea bass. Desserts such as lemon mousse and apple strudel also get strong praise.
What is the atmosphere like at Restoran Istranka?
The atmosphere is described as cozy, quiet, casual, and romantic, with a charming terrace and comfortable indoor seating. It seems to suit couples, small groups, and solo diners who want a relaxed meal with table service.
Is Restoran Istranka good value, and what is the price range?
The listed price range is €20–45, and several reviewers say the portions are big and the food is good value for the quality. One note of caution is that special off-menu dishes can be expensive, so it helps to ask about the price before ordering them.
Do you need a reservation at Restoran Istranka?
Yes, reservations are recommended for lunch, brunch, and dinner, and one review notes that the dining room is small. Guests who arrived early were able to get a table for a limited time, which suggests it can fill up quickly.
Is parking available at Restoran Istranka?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually somewhat difficult to find a space is available.
Is Restoran Istranka kid-friendly?
Yes, Restoran Istranka is good for kids.
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