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What to order
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Seafood
Most frequently recommended overall, with multiple reviews praising the seafood as fresh, delicious, and a great value. Specific seafood dishes like fish platters, mussels, calamari, octopus salad, grilled squids, and swordfish were highlighted as especially good.
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Fish Platter
Recommended for letting diners sample many items at once, and praised as a standout choice among the seafood options.
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Mussels Buzara Style
Mentioned as fresh and delicious, with one review specifically noting the mussels came straight from the Adriatic Sea and were not frozen.
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Calamari
Recommended because it was described as delicious, fresh, and part of an excellent seafood meal.
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Octopus Salad
Called out as one of the dishes that was really tasty and very satisfying, especially alongside other fresh seafood.
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Grilled Squids
Recommended for being fresh, well-seasoned, and very tasty in a beachfront dining experience.
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Swordfish
Praised as part of a fresh seafood order that left diners very happy with the meal.
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Steak With Rice And Blue Cheese
Highlighted as a big hit by one reviewer, suggesting it is a standout non-seafood option.
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Pizza
Recommended because it comes in three sizes, the medium was huge, and it was described as delicious.
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Pasta
Mentioned positively by families, with excellent portions and good value for money.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About Moby Dick
Moby Dick is a restaurant in Novalja, Croatia, with a menu that includes pizza, seafood, cevapcici, fried calamari, risotto, and mussels and clams. Reviewers consistently praise the large portions, fresh and well seasoned food, and friendly, fast service. It is described as affordable, with a casual, cozy atmosphere and options for dine-in, takeout, and outdoor seating. The restaurant is popular for lunch and dinner and accepts reservations.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Brunch reservations recommended
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
Pets
- Dogs allowed
Frequently asked
What is Moby Dick known for?
Moby Dick is best known for its pizza and seafood plates, especially mussels buzara-style, calamari, grilled squid, and fish dishes. Reviewers repeatedly mention big portions, fresh ingredients, and good value for the price in Novalja.
What dishes are most recommended at Moby Dick?
Reviewers most often highlight pizza, cevapi, fried calamari, risotto, and mussels and clams, along with seafood like grilled squid and swordfish. The mussels buzara-style are especially praised for tasting fresh and not frozen, and the bread is also called out as a standout.
What is the atmosphere like at Moby Dick?
The atmosphere is casual, cozy, and busy, with outdoor seating near the beach and a warm setting with flowers, plants, and background music. It suits groups and tourists well, but it can get crowded at dinner and the outdoor area is smoking-friendly.
Is Moby Dick good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers consistently describe it as affordable and good value, and the listed price range is €15–20. People mention fair prices, big portions, and meals that feel worth it for the location in Novalja.
When is the best time to visit Moby Dick?
Lunch is often a good choice if you want a faster, less hectic meal, because reviews say dinner can get very busy in summer. Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and brunch, since the restaurant is often crowded but service is still described as quick.
Is parking available at Moby Dick?
Yes. Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually difficult to find a space is available.
Does Moby Dick have vegetarian options?
Yes, Moby Dick offers vegan options.
Is Moby Dick kid-friendly?
Yes, Moby Dick is good for kids.
