From the local farm to the pan

Welcome to Vila Velebita Bistro – an oasis of taste and pleasant ambiance on the doorstep of Plitvice Lakes!

15 Mar–15 Nov 2025

Monday - Sunday
7:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Reviews from our guests

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ABOUT THE RESTAURANT

Our story

Discover authentic Croatian cuisine, prepared with love and the freshest local ingredients.

Our bistro, opened in 2010, has been delighting guests from all over the world for over a decade.
Come and indulge in a gastronomic experience you will remember!

The menu is carefully designed to satisfy everyone’s taste.

From traditional Croatian specialties to modern culinary creations – we prepare every dish with dedication and the highest quality ingredients.

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Our offer

Spit and roasting tray

lamb on a spit / suckling pig on a spit / veal under a baking tray / baked potatoes

Gourmet platter

stuffed hanger steak / pork chop / smoked boneless chicken drumstick / beef kebabs / rolled lamb liver in bacon / new potatoes / sweet potato

Mixed meat

chicken skewer wrapped in bacon / pork cutlet / grilled sausage / beef kebab / grilled liver / new potatoes

Stuffed beef patty

stuffed with cheese and kajmak / wrapped in lamb's lettuce / new potatoes

Trout fillet

with almonds / sweet potato

Baked pancakes

with Lika bass / plum jam

Quality and fresh foods

Reserve your table and have an unforgettable gastronomic experience at Bistro Vila Velebita!
QUALITY AND

Freshness

At Vila Velebita Bistro, we believe that the secret to excellent food lies in the freshness and quality of the ingredients.
Every day we select only the best local products – starting with vegetables from nearby fields to meat from trusted farmers.
We prepare our dishes with respect for nature and tradition, using only ingredients that are in season, fresh, and full of flavor.

No artificial additives, no compromises – just real ingredients that speak for themselves.

Come and feel the difference that the fresh ingredients make!

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Nice restaurant

We tried lamb chops and veal chops. Both main dishes are good, with generous portions. The waiter is also very warm and nice.

Hongrun
May 2025
Best meal in Croatia!

Absolutely superb! Richard the waiter was amazing. He chatted to me in English while answering Italian customers at the same time! Food was excellent, I chose a chicken salad that was perfect. Best food I've eaten in Croatia.

Colin C
May 2025
Must try this excellent local food

Great food and fantastic service by Mladen! We stopped here after a day and politics and tried a variety of local dishes. Very tasty!

Michelle W
May 2025
Amazing meat and pleasant service!

It's a road restaurant but the quality exceeded any expectations. Great food, amazing meat, and really friendly service. Our waiter Mladen was helpful and pleasant. Big recommendation to visit this place.

Rimvydas D
Jun 2025
Good food and friendly service

We had a nice dinner at Vila Velebita with a tasty pizza and pasta, followed by a classic tiramisu. Our waiter Mladen gave us some great suggestions, including a flavorful dark beer that went well with the meal. Friendly atmosphere and helpful service. We’re glad we have another evening here — we’ll definitely come back tomorrow.

Leon E
Jun 2025
Good food

We stopped there about 4pm after spending 3 hours in Plitvice NP. Staff welcoming and made us vegatarian pizzas. They were tasty and good size.

M P
May 2025
Great service and good food

Wonderful and friendly service combined with tasty food. From the wine suggestion our server Mladen made and main course recommendations, this meal was everything we wanted and needed. Good prices and options. You could tell this place is popular due to how busy it was compared to other restaurants near by. They also have friendly neighborhood kitties which was a fun surprise. Definitely recommend. Were we here another night we’d likely go back again.

Snowflake4x4
Jun 2025
Perfect in all ways!

My wife and I stopped by this place based on the positive reviews, and we couldn’t be happier we did. The food was phenomenal, and our waiter was incredibly friendly, offering fantastic recommendations. He even brought out a pumpkin seed oil with some salt to pair with our bread—it was absolutely excellent. It was an authentic Croatian meal, and we felt so welcomed at the restaurant. Everything was perfect across the board!

Chad N
May 2025
Top taste and very friendly staff

The food here is very regional and the quality and taste excellent. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Here you can stop at any time due to the easy accessibility.

Thomas S
Jun 2025
Great Time

Mladen was GREAT! He helped make our experience flawless and was polite the entire dinner. He was even great with our kids. We came with a party of 17 and he did great. Food was all delicious and fast. Hot to the table! Thank you Mladen!

Tim T
Jun 2025
Lunch after Plitvice!!

The food was amazing!! We came here after visiting Plitvice, and the service was timely and friendly!! Thank you to Mladen we had a delicious Croatian lunch and experience!

Rachel P
Apr 2025
Traditional Croatian

A memorable meal and fun experience. We arrived here after hiking g all day at Plitvice National Park. We had lamb, veal, soup, salad, and a traditional desert with Asa cheese. It was all very good and the hospitality was much appreciated as well. Highly recommend!

Nicole J
Apr 2025
Amazing little restaurant

This little restaurant is amazing. Not the fanciest but for a small restaurant out in the country the service was as good as the food. Amazing! On top of the great service there are some friendly local cats hanging around looking for some pets. Our server was Mladen so if you are Lucky to get him, you will be in great hands.

Justin H
Jun 2025
MENU

Our menu

Start your gastronomic journey with our appetizers, prepared with the freshest local ingredients.

Our main dishes are a blend of tradition and innovation, prepared with love and care.

Finish your meal with a sweet treat.

Juha od planinskih gljiva

Appetizers

Cold and hot appetizers
Janjetina s ražnja

Main dishes

Meat / Fish / Pasta
Palačinke sa sladoledom

Desserts

Ice cream / Cakes / Fruit

Reserve a table

Our bistro is always full of guests! Secure your place by booking and enjoy the flavors of Velebit.

Share the information.

Dear guests,

The bistro is currently not accepting individual reservations and will reopen for all guests on March 15, 2026.

Until then, we can accommodate organized groups only, with prior notice.

For further information or to arrange a visit, please contact us using the details provided.