Plavi Podrum
Plavi podrum
A century-old restaurant beside Volosko fishing harbor and the longest-running restaurant on the Opatija coast, known for Kvarner spiny lobster, Adriatic fish and truffles.
Overlooking the small Volosko fishing harbor in Opatija, the restaurant is described by the Michelin Guide as the longest-running restaurant on the Opatija coast. Diners eat in the glass-enclosed hall in winter and on the terrace in summer, and the day's fresh fish is displayed by the door. Award-winning sommelier Daniela Kramarić has been running the restaurant for over thirty years, and its wine list and olive oils are outstanding. Gault&Millau 2026 gives it 16 points. New chef Mario Štokić has introduced two tasting menus, Easy Chic and Local Luxury, which can also be ordered à la carte. Signature dishes include Kvarner spiny lobster, Kvarner squid-ink risotto, scallops with celeriac, hazelnut and truffle, and dried octopus stew (štokalj), a traditional island dish. Prices are high, so booking by phone or through the website in advance is advised. It is about 20–30 minutes on foot from central Opatija along the seafront promenade.
Opening hours
Daily 12:00–24:00
Nearby sights
- Volosko
- Kastav
- Sugar Palace (Rijeka City Museum)
- Maritime and History Museum of the Croatian Littoral
- Korzo & City Clock Tower
- Rijeka Central Market
- Cathedral of St. Vitus, Rijeka
- Croatian National Theatre Ivan pl. Zajc