The proximity of the fertile lands provide for a unique blend of Istrian and maritime cuisine. The traditional dishes of the rural outskirts are based on homegrown produce, thriving among the vineyards and olive groves, while the seaside cuisine relies on fish and molluscs. Local homegrown produce is also sold at the farmer’s market during summer. Enjoy the many flavours of Izola!
Culinary events in the »street food« style take place on the North pier in Izola and are marked by an excellent gastronomic offer from Izola and the surrounding area. You will also be spoiled by creative plates, inspired by Istria.
The seasonal market »Ruba sz moje njive« (Stuff from my field) offers an opportunity for the local farmers to sell their crops. It is part of the Kilometer Zero initiative, which has been established for several years and has enriched the gastronomic offer in Izola. The goal of the initiative is to promote the use of produce from the immediate environment and offer support to local agriculture. However, it also ensures that the dishes in Izola’s restaurants are made from fresh and local ingredients. The restaurateurs involved in the initiative undertake to use at least 80 % of ingredient...
The booklet highlights the culinary year in Izola, presenting all culinary days and restaurateurs. In it, you will also find some recipes, a list of this year’s events entitled Pier of Tastes, and a free ticket to Izolana – House of the Sea. If you would like to receive a copy of the brochure, visit TIC Izola, send us a message at tic.izola@izola.si, or download it HERE.
Under the canopy of chestnut trees, the staff of restaurant Doro is ready to warmly welcome you any day of the year. Their wish is for you to relax and enjoy good wine and selected house specialties. They prepare meals using special sweet charcoal on a carefully prepared grill, which gives the meat a special and unique flavour.
Zaro Wines are grown on soil with more than centuries-old tradition of the hardworking Zaro family. The wines have a character that satisfies even the most demanding connoisseurs. They are the product of vines growing on the excellent terrains of the hinterland of Izola, already known during the times of the Venetian Republic as the most fertile in Izola. The Zaro family continues to respect the natural resources and has revived the tradition of wine growing. We interviewed Matej Zaro, a third generation representative who dedicated his life to wine growing.
“Bujol”, one of the more authentic Izola restaurants is located in the famous Manzioli Square.The concept of the restaurant is based on a simple manner of preparing and presenting local food. The food from Izola which is the most traditional food in the region. They are still following the principle they started with ten years ago: no additives or preservatives are added to the food. The goal of the restaurant is namely to present authentic gastronomy and the way life in Izola used to be. We spoke to its owner Alen Pušpan.
Wine is an excellent companion to various dishes, it lifts up our spirits and, in moderate quantities, contributes to the health of our cardiovascular system. It has been prized since the prehistoric times, and we often hear the saying that the histories of man and vine are intertwined and inseparable.
Welcome to the gem of Belvedere Resort - Restaurant Kamin. It is known as the most beautiful culinary view in Izola, which, in addition to excellent cuisine, offers a terrace with a magnificent view over Izola and the Gulf of Trieste. Restaurant’s menu consists mainly of Istrian and fish specialities, as well as some more internationally known dishes. The basis for preparation of exquisite flavours is the home-made extra virgin olive oil with protected designation of origin.
In the hinterland of Izola between the vineyards is the home of the house Torkla. You will be warmly received by the hosts at the entrance and brought into a peaceful, relaxed atmosphere, suitable for family lunches and romantic dinners. The view of the genuine Istrian environment is also a part of the pleasure, but above all, you will certainly be impressed by our offer. Creatively made and carefully prepared dishes, are the real masterpieces of the exceptional master chef. He wisely takes care of every detail on the plate and from carefully selected fragments makes an unforgettable who...
In the hinterland of Izola, between olive groves and vineyards, lies the village of Korte – a great starting point for nature and sports lovers. The restaurant Korte has more than 50 years of tradition based on authentic Istrian cuisine with a touch of modern culinary specialties. The most distinguishable qualities of the restaurant are carefully prepared home-made dishes and friendly staff. Every day, guests are offered fresh home-made bread with olives, excellent pasta, seafood and meat delicacies, prepared exclusively with local olive oil, and carefully selected bottled wines.
On the corner of the Veliki trg square, by the fishing harbour, you will find the Marina Hotel. Its important added value lies in the top-grade restaurant with a longstanding tradition, which is also a proud recepient of Michelin Recommendation. The hosts, master chef Ivica Evačić-Ivek and his staff, rely only on the best and freshest locally grown ingredients. Their motto is “from the sea to the plate” – all seafood is fresh and caught that same day. They can point to the harbour or the neighbouring hills and show you exactly who provided the fish or where the olive oil and the wi...
The path of restaurant Sonja begins in a picturesque Istrian village above the town of Izola in 1988, when delicacies made from the gifts of Istrian soil were first served on a plate in the restaurant. In the new millennium, after more than a decade of preparing home-made Istrian food, the restaurant transferred to a new location in the most well-known fishing town in Slovenia – Izola. In Izola’s small fishing port you can still see wooden boats, from which fishermen offer their daily catch. You can smell the sea from the restaurant’s terrace while enjoying a glass of local wine and lett...
"Sidro" is a restaurant that opened its doors on Manzioli Square in 1980; in 1990, it moved to an attractive location next to the Izola promenade where you can still visit it today. A view of the sea, boats in the marina and the scent of the Mediterranean are, without a doubt, defining characteristics of the "Sidro" restaurant. Their forty-year tradition has been building slowly: nowadays, however, they are definitely one of the most recognisable seafood providers in Izola. We spoke with the owner Vladimir Godina about the beginnings and the philosophy of the restaurant, centered on the tradit...
Manjada is an excellent culinary destination for all of the hard workers out there, to enjoy a well deserved quick and high-quality lunch. For tourists during the summer season, Manjada is an excellent restaurant for devouring typical Istrian and Mediterranean dishes. Since 2013, Manjada has been pampering both locals and tourists with its fresh, but still simple Mediterranean and Istrian gastronomy. Our questions were answered by the owner of the restaurant, Mr. Aljoša Tomšič.
The Vila Raineri Pizzeria and Canteen is located in a villa with a very special history. At the end of the 19th century, it was the home of the Renner von Szatmary counts who changed their name into Raineri during the time of Mussolini’s government. In the 20th century, it became one of the first pizzerias in the Slovenian Istria, together with a hotel located on the first floor. The Vila Raineri Pizzeria and Canteen is located just 200 metres from the sea, near Hotel Delfin, and is open all year round. Guests can also visit the Pergola Restaurant which is also part of the hotel. The villa ...
The recipe was prepared for you in the restaurant of Hotel Marina. Ingredients for 4 persons: - 800 g of cleaned calamari - 200 g of polenta or 400 g of pasta- 1 onion- 1 head of garlic- 2 to 3 pieces of larger - ripe tomatoes or 250 to 300 g of peeled tomato sauce- 1 dl of Malvasia- 1 tablespoon of capers- 1 tablespoon of pitted olives- 4 small salted fish fillets - 0.5 l of fish base- olive oil- salt, pepper, parsley, chili, bay leaf, Mediterranean spices
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