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Stara Loza combines historic charm with modern Mediterranean cuisine. Experience refined dishes that capture the essence of Dubrovnik and the Adriatic coast.

A TASTE OF PLACE

Located in a historic palace in the heart of Dubrovnik’s Old Town, Stara Loza offers a modern Mediterranean dining experience rooted in the rhythm of the city. Our menu follows the seasons, the sea, and the daily market, with fresh Adriatic fish, Croatian olive oil, and vegetables from Dalmatian gardens as its foundation. Each dish begins with its origin, brought to life through refined technique, clean flavors, and a deep respect for the ingredients.

Refined and Recognised

Our kitchen is thoughtful and precise, focusing on quality and clarity by highlighting a single great ingredient and a clear idea. Since 2017, Stara Loza has proudly held a Michelin recommendation, recognizing our commitment to consistency and detail. Set within a beautifully restored palace where history and present-day Dubrovnik meet, we aim to offer more than a meal: a lasting impression on the plate and at the table.

Stara Loza combines historic charm with modern Mediterranean cuisine. Proudly recommended in the MICHELIN Guide 2025, we offer refined dishes that capture the essence of Dubrovnik and the Adriatic coast.

MENU

APPETIZERS / COLD STARTERS

Octopus Carpaccio

Arugula salad, arugula gel, pistachio crumble, cherry and chicory ketchup, capers

Sea Bream Ceviche

Olive oil, citrus, tomato, mint and shallot emulsion, carrot vinaigrette, fennel and caper, toasted bread

Vitello Tonnato

Sous-vide veal fillet, tuna mayo, crostini, parsley salsa, marinated daikon

Quinoa Salad

Seasonal vegetables, grape and pumpkin oil dressing, avocado cream, pumpkin seeds, chickpea hummus

Marinated Shrimp

Flavored olive oil, almond gazpacho, orange gel, grapes, pine nuts

Potato Terrine

Crispy potatoes with Mediterranean spices, foam of Jerusalem artichoke and truffle, radish salad

Caramelized Onion Soup

Onion jam, marinated onion, crostini, burnt Pag cheese

Cuttlefish Arancini

Breaded rice balls with cuttlefish ragout, chard and cuttlefish ink aioli, clams on buzara

Soparnik

Shortcrust pastry filled with flavored chard, fresh Lika cheese

MAIN COURSES

Grilled Sea Bass

Adriatic sea bass fillet, lentils in fennel velouté, sea asparagus, pea and mint purée, dehydrated black olive powder, shallot gel, green oil, trout roe

Veal Risotto

Slow-cooked veal in meat broth, Carnaroli rice, Parmesan ice cream, Pag cheese fritule

Kale Steak

Confit kale, sweet-chili red pepper sauce, purple onion cream, almonds, marinated shallots, crispy kale

Cacio e Pepe

Homemade tagliatelle, pecorino cheese, black pepper and truffle, cheese lace

Beetroot and Cheese Gnocchi

Homemade potato gnocchi, beetroot sauce, Lika cheese cream, parsley tuile

Bouillabaisse

Monkfish, prawns and clams braised in fish demi-glace, potato fondant, crispy buckwheat, smoked mussels

Grilled Rump Steak

Aged steak, sautéed asparagus, cauliflower cheese, hollandaise espuma, tarragon

DESSERTS

Harmony

Chocolate and cherry liqueur mousse, crème brûlée, vanilla and amaretto ice cream, chocolate sponge cake

Tropicana

Coconut jelly, sponge cake with coconut and cream cheese, Piña Colada crèmeux, passion fruit gel

Sugar Rush

Banana cream, dark chocolate mousse, vanilla sauce, crispy tuile

Croatian Cheese Selection

Dubrovnik orange jam, Kalamata olives, raisin and walnut contonjata, bouquet garni oil