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Top 10 restaurants in Pazin, Croatia
Pazin (Italian: Pisino, German: Mitterburg) is a city in western Croatia, the administrative seat of Istria County. It is known for medieval Pazin Castle, the former residence of the Istrian margraves.
Things to do in Pazin
1. Konoba Vrh
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
Vrh is the right place for gourmets, where you can enjoy the delights of Istrian cuisine.
Reviewed By RiMel2021
We came with high expectations for lunch and were not dissapointed! Great ambience, friendly service and above all amazing and fresh local food! We had the local soup (Bobici) and gnocchi and fuzi with the local Boskarin ox meat and the filled fuzi, and for dessert the chocolate cake.
I would definitely reccomend it to anyone in the area or even for a weekend trip from Pula or Rijeka, and even from Slovenia or Italy, you'll not regret it.
Prices are fair for the quality.
2. Konoba Mondo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 756 reviews
Reviewed By LaDolceVita27 - King's Lynn, United Kingdom
If you're holidaying in Istria when the weather is not ideal for the beach or the pool, be sure to visit Motovun, one of the most striking small hill towns in this part of Croatia. In high season I imagine it will be bursting at the seams; it was still very busy in mid-September although we did manage to find somewhere to park halfway up the hill. From there a single, cobbled road leads steadily upward and on the left, just before the top, you will find Konoba Mondo.
We were fortunate to have booked a table for lunch three days after the white truffle season had begun so it was difficult not to be tempted by the various truffled dishes on offer (including desserts). After a complimentary (truffle-infused) tapenade, my wife opted for a plate of 4 huge ravioli, stuffed with spinach and cheese, topped with a generous heap of black truffles. I indulged another passion with cheese ravioli served in a rich sauce of walnuts and Gorgonzola. Both pasta dishes were a bit heavy in the eating, tepid enough to suggest they had not been served straightaway.
For mains we had tagliata (sliced rump) and fillet of beef - both plates served with small roast potatoes, some grilled vegetables and a very generous shaving of fresh white truffle. Mondo still uses a quotation from a celebrated New York Times reviewer who enjoyed one of the best meals of his life here. Ours wasn't remotely at that level but if you want hearty food in large quantities, and you like truffles, you will enjoy eating here.
Service was slow - just as well given the size of the portions - and it was two hours from sitting down when we finished our main courses. Eating inside would be attractive in winter but not so much while the sun is still shining - however insipidly. Outside options range from wholly unsheltered tables through ones with parasols affording partial protection from bad weather to a few under a solid roof, which is where we were sitting. Unfortunately this was adjacent to the toilets but we did also get a good view of the local black cat posing for photographs with every passer-by.
NB One extra tip from the head waiter at Mondo: if you want real truffle oil go to the shop directly opposite which sells the genuine article rather than the more obvious places a little further up whose product will never have come into contact with the actual tuber.
3. Peperone
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4.5 based on 80 reviews
Peperone, a place for socializing and enjoying food with your loved ones. Casual and cosy atmosphere that will put a smile on your face :). Fresh, simple, tasty food.
Reviewed By Reet K
The place is cozy, clean and has a lovely atmosphere. The staff is friendly and serves delicious food, we recommend the Peperone gourmet burger and tuna tortilla - fabulous experience!Thank You for your review. The Peperone burger is in deed the best burger we make, great choice. hope to see you again.
4. Pod Napun
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4.5 based on 226 reviews
Reviewed By EspritD - Boston
The view on the balcony is spectacular. Food was delicious but don't be in a hurry. The kitchen must be very small. Since we were in Istria, we enjoyed local favorites are all very delicious: Istrian meat and cheese platter, salad with truffles and pasta with white truffle sauce. All were excellent. So was the local white wine that I had. Highly recommend, but don't be in a hurry.
5. Rotonda
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Theresa B - Glenlyon, Australia
Situated just outside Pazin in the village of Lindar, this pizzeria was superb! It was full of locals and had a great atmosphere, with the smell of wood fired pizzas tantalizing the senses. We could also smell truffles .... We ordered truffle pizza, pasta with truffles and a salad. The servings were huge and we struggled to finish our dishes. The food was absolutely divine and very affordable. The service was friendly and attentive and we would definitely recommend a visit, not your ordinary pizzeria..
6. Konoba Puli Pineta
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4.5 based on 104 reviews
Reviewed By wheretheheartis - Warwickshire UK
The location is a little weird but that said it is quaint! You do feel as if you're in someones home. We had the beef back and it was delicious, tender and very tasty. My only complaint is that service was quite slow, only 2 staff on. However, I would go back.
7. Konoba Vela Vrata
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
Reviewed By Richard I
Stumbled upon this place having just visited the Pazin zip line and the Castle. Located 6km out of Pazin and visited by tourists viewing the nearby chapel of St Marije na Škriljinah, Vela Vrata is beautifully located overlooking rolling hills.
We stopped off for lunch but noted that most tables were reserved for dinner, we visited mid week. Our waitress was helpful and polite, it felt very much a family-run business. The kitchen is small though looked very clean and organised. There are also two wood ovens which we were informed that these were only used for dinner in the summer months and all day during the winter. As such our steaks were cooked on a griddle. This did not detract from the melt-in-mouth fillet steak with intense black truffles accompanied with perfectly cooked and seasoned, homemade Istrian pasta.
We began with Istrian soup and a carpaccio of beef doused with an unearthly amount of black truffles. As well as the fillet steak with black truffles we had homemade pasta, one with goulash and one with porcini mushrooms, both delicious. The house wine was also very palatable. We finished with a dark chocolate tart with honey and truffles, a heady combination.
Vela Vrata really is an off the beaten track gem. Worth a visit but be sure to book ahead.
8. Agroturizam Botra Marija
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Agroturism Botra Marija is a family restaurant located in Sveti Petar u Šumi, Istria. Agroturism is named after our grandma Marija who is well-known for her cooking skills and preparation of home-made grappa, pasta and bread. We serve mainly traditional Istrian food such as home-made istrian pasta "fuži", "ravioli" and "makaruni", fruits and vegetables from our garden all together with homemade wine and craft beer.
Reviewed By nikaPazin - Pazin, Croatia
We tasted all different types of dried meat: sausages, pancetta, proscutto and few more with strange name (Ombolo and Buđola). Eveything was very good. The owners family prepares all that at home including traditional home made pasta. But you can only taste all that during...MoreThank you for your review. :D Best regards, Jelena
9. La Marenda
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Andrea P
It is cosy little creperia, warm interior. Not too loud or overcrowded. Pancake with maple syroup and walnuts was good, not too big, just enough to make it to lunch.
10. Jelenic Caffe bar Restaurant
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4.5 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By Techcam54 - South Wales
Driving back from Pazin to Porech on a very wet day we came across this restaurant run by a young couple.
Their attitude was quite faultless. The young lady spoke prefect english and was able to translate freely to her partner.
We had a simple snack lunch of sandwiches and coffee both of which were freshly prepared and really tasty - just what was needed. As we were there an American lady entered asking for directions. Again, the response was wonderful and clear directions given. This restaurant, as is the norm in Croatia, is spotless. It is a little out of the way but a wonderful stop off on your journey .
This young couple deserve a return for the friendship and courtesy they who.
