Fresh Adriatic Fish — Caught, Brought, Prepared

Who brings us our fish

Our fishermen are Marko and Ivica from Ražanac harbour (5 minutes’ walk from the restaurant). Fishing is traditional: longlines, nets, hooks for octopus. No trawling, no farmed fish sold as "fresh". What they catch is what we have. In months when the sea doesn’t cooperate, we’re honest that there is no fresh fish — we never serve frozen as fresh.

Seasonal varieties — what and when

Spring (March–May): scorpionfish, sea bass, sole, hake. Summer (June–September): gilthead bream, sea bass, mackerel, sardines, squid. Autumn (October–November): octopus, lobster, scampi. Winter (December–February): cod (salt and fresh), tuna, late octopus. Year-round: mussels from Pag island, oysters when available.

Preparation methods

Grilled with olive oil and rosemary (the classic). Salt-baked (sea bass or bream sealed in a sea-salt crust, broken open at the table). Boiled with potatoes, capers and olives (lešo). Octopus under the iron bell (24 h preparation — one of our most-asked-for dishes). Scampi and mussels buzara (white wine, garlic, parsley and pancetta sauce).

Prices — by weight and by piece

Most whole fish is weighed in front of you. Bream/sea bass: €60–75/kg depending on size and season. Sea bass: €80/kg. Octopus under the bell: €32/person (potatoes included). Lobster: market price, checked daily (around €90–120/kg). Scampi buzara: €28/portion. Mussels: €18/kg.

What to order for two

Classic for two: one 800–1000 g bream grilled whole (around €50) with young potatoes and Swiss chard. To try more: fish tasting (4 small portions, €65/person) — includes tuna carpaccio, mussels buzara, sole in butter and grilled mackerel. Wine: Pošip from Korčula or Malvasia from Istria.

FAQ

Do you have fish year-round?

Yes, but the selection changes with the season and the catch. On very bad days at sea we are honest that there is no fresh fish.

Can I choose my own fish?

Yes. All fresh fish is in a glass display case at the entrance. Point to the one you want, we weigh it in front of you, quote exact price before cooking.

Do I need to book octopus?

Yes, please let us know in advance. Octopus under the bell requires all-day preparation.

Do you always have lobster?

No — lobster is seasonal (autumn) and depends on the catch. Call ahead if you want to be sure.

Do you have fish for kids?

Yes. Boneless sea bass fillet, breaded white-fish sticks, or half portions of any menu item at half price.