Restaurants and dining establishments in Malinska and its surroundings preserve and develop the coastal fishing traditions of the region through their rich gastronomic offerings. Every guest has the opportunity to experience and taste a piece of Malinska’s history, with exciting flavors that will satisfy even the most discerning palates.
Fresh fish, squid, shrimp, and other shellfish, along with many types of vegetable side dishes, remain irreplaceable in the islanders’ home cooking. Holiday meals almost always feature dishes made from homemade pasta (such as šurlice, makaruni, and njoki) with various sauces. While the gastronomic offerings of restaurants and taverns are primarily based on seafood and fish dishes, Krk lamb, homemade sheep’s cheese, and prosciutto are also highly valued.
Olive oil is an essential addition to the island’s authentic specialties, and together with wine vinegar, local dishes are typically prepared with spices and ingredients found on the island, such as bay leaves, rosemary, garlic, green onions, salt, parsley, tomatoes, olives, and carrots.
After a meal, you can indulge in special island desserts made from sheep’s cheese, with names that vary from place to place. All of these traditional Krk dishes can be found on the menus of around a hundred island restaurants, taverns, and other dining establishments, which also prepare and offer dishes from other national and international cuisines. In addition to delicious food, you can also enjoy an extensive wine list featuring a selection of the best local and foreign wines.
