The main characteristic of Lika’s regional cuisine is its “home-made” spirit and presentation. These everyday meals are locally sourced from nearby producers and family-owned farms. Lika is well known for its dairy products, honey, and lamb meat. Potatoes from Lika are known as the best in Croatia. Fish lovers must try the trout from our local rivers.
The main characteristic of Lika’s regional cuisine is its “home-made” spirit and presentation. These everyday meals are locally sourced from nearby producers and family-owned farms. Lika is well known for its dairy products, honey, and lamb meat. Potatoes from Lika are known as the best in Croatia. Fish lovers must try the trout from our local rivers.
Many recipes derive from historical rustic cuisine and are prepared in a similarly traditional manner. Spit-roasted lamb (on open fire) or veal and vegetables under the bell are only some of the examples of simple meals prepared with love and history in mind.
If you want to learn more about Lika’s cuisine and recipes go to
https://lika-gastro.com/en/page/top-10-dishes-you-need-to-try-in-lika
If you want to visit some the local restaurants and try the local food, we recommend:
Restaurant Vila Velebita
Situated 12 km away from Plitvice Holiday Lodge in the direction of the Adriatic Sea and city of Korenica, where you can expect amiable, old-fashion service and fresh, delicious food. The owner is always there to offer assistance or recommendations. Parking space is plentiful and free of charge. We will be happy to book a table for our guests.
http://www.vila-velebita.com/content.php?tag=home&lang=en
Restaurant Lička kuća
Situated at Entrance 1 of the Plitvice lakes National Park, 6 km from our lodge in the direction of Zagreb. The food is prepared in a traditional manner. Parking is available but it is charged. It is not possible to book a table during busy season.
Restaurant Degenija
Situated 12 km from our lodge in the direction Zagreb, an up-and coming exclusive restaurant. It is not possible to book a table during busy season.
https://restoran-degenija.com/restaurant-degenija-en
Restaurant Grand Lakes
Situated just across the lodge at a 50-meter distance. A lovely new restaurant with delicious meals at premium prices. We will be happy to check availability and book a table for our guests.
Restaurant Petro
Situated in the beautiful village of Rastoke, 37 km from our resort in the direction Zagreb and Karlovac. A beautiful restaurant sitting right by the river Slunjčica with an offer of freshly caught trout and other traditional dishes. A perfect stop for those coming from Zagreb or Karlovac, or those simply wishing to make an excursion from the lodge, with only a 30 minute ride to get there. Numerous hiking trails and an opportunity to swim in the river are also there for those seeking out exciting activities.
https://www.petro-rastoke.com/index.html
Pizza Ruspante
One of the premiere pizza parlors in Croatia, offering pizzas with a “traditional twist”. Situated by the beautiful river Gacka and very old traditional mills at Majerovo vrilo, 54 km from our lodge in the direction of Otočac. It is our recommendation you stop there if you are coming from Rijeka or are making an excursion to the Gacka valley to go kayaking or simply swimming in one of the cleanest European river.
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