About Restaurant The Taste

The moment one steps inside Restaurant The Taste, there's an immediate sense of understated elegance paired with a lively energy. The interior manages to strike a balance between casual and refined, with warm lighting that complements neatly arranged tables without feeling overly formal. Navigating the menu reveals a thoughtful selection, where traditional Croatian influences intermingle with more contemporary touches. While some dishes sing with vibrant freshness and clear attention to detail, others lean toward familiar comfort, revealing a certain unevenness in execution. The overall experience is quietly satisfying, though occasional impatience from the service slightly tempers the evening’s flow.

One standout element emerges from the kitchen: the seafood options, which benefit from Zadar’s coastal proximity. The freshness is apparent without being overwhelming, and portions are generous. Photographs shared in various online discussions capture the colorful presentation and rustic plating, which likely attract a significant portion of diners exploring restaurant photos before committing. Even within a modestly sized space, there's a pleasant hum of conversation and clinking glasses that evokes a sense of community. Pricing aligns with what might be expected from a mid-range restaurant, offering decent value given the ingredients, although the wine selection feels somewhat limited compared to comparable establishments nearby.

Browsing through different reviews reveals mixed impressions, particularly about the pacing of courses and the attentiveness of staff members during busy hours. Yet, those seeking a reliable spot where local flavors meet a modern aesthetic will find plenty to appreciate here. The menu at Restaurant The Taste is far from static, showing signs of seasonal updates that hint at an evolving culinary approach. While not every element feels polished to perfection, the unpretentious atmosphere and moments of culinary success combine to paint a picture of a restaurant willing to learn and adapt, rather than rest on any singular reputation.

Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Outdoor seating

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Great cocktails

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Great tea selection

+ Great wine list

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

Offerings

Offerings

+ Alcohol

+ Beer

+ Cocktails

+ Coffee

+ Late-night food

+ Quick bite

+ Small plates

+ Spirits

+ Vegan options

+ Vegetarian options

+ Wine

Dining options

Dining options

+ Breakfast

+ Brunch

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Bar on site

+ Toilet

+ Wi-Fi

+ Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Quiet

+ Romantic

+ Trendy

Crowd

Crowd

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Lunch reservations recommended

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ Good for kids

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Paid parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday: 09:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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+385 95 541 5239

Poljana Sime Budinica 2, 23000, Zadar, Croatia

Reviews

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From the very beginning of our visit, the staff greeted us with a smile and quickly found us a table. We ordered risotto, gnocchi, and medallions. The food was served promptly and disappeared from our plates just as fast! Bernard, our waiter, was extremely polite and professional, and at the same time… truly charming. Thank you for a wonderful evening — warm regards!

- Wiktoria Dominika -

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Had dinner at Taste Restaurant and it was amazing! The beef steak was cooked just right – juicy, flavorful, and very satisfying. Big shout-out to Bernard, our waiter, who was super friendly and made sure everything was perfect. Great food, great service, definitely worth a visit!

- Hugo Theodore -

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Very delicious and good quality food 3 courses we paid 25e Soup,fish and desert Price,food,place,staff

- Jurgita Kulikauskiene -

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I only write reviews when something is very good or very bad… This restaurant is extremely good, a must try when coming to Zadar. We ordered a cheese platter and a ham platter, we mixed both with the toppings and were able to create amazing combinations and flavors The quantities are generous (and I am a big eater), the service is excellent and the prices are very reasonable considering we are in a touristic zone. The only minus point would be that the Hugo (cocktail) we ordered was a bit too sweet. The ambiance of the restaurant is very nice too. I really recommend this place and would be happy to come back.

- camille drk -

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I tried the fish soup – unfortunately it was quite weak, plain and lacking in flavor. The ribs, on the other hand, were very good and the portion was generous. The Caprese salad was fine and tasty, but the serving size was rather small.

- Roman Szaga -

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I had truffle bruschetta and calamari with fries. Both delicious. Service with a smile and quick. And how cool are the olive oil/balsamic bottles?

- Steven Nathaniel -

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We had meat and fish meal sets. The soups/broths were beef and fish which were made of fresh ingredients, so they were rich in original taste. The main dishes were presentable, even it was a set meal. Fish was fresh but the pork was a bit tough. Surprise came from dessert which was raspberry lava chocolate cake with vanilla ice-cream. Foods were not pre-cooked, so the set meal was really good for value. The ambience was also good with pleasant music playing.

- Hannah Wong -

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Excellent service in a nice clean environment. Very tasty food at very good prices. Go try it!

- Ron Thompson -

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