Šug Restaurant

The word “šug” means sauce in Croatian; the restaurant chose this name as an ode to the staple ingredients of every sauce in Dalmatia: olive oil, onions, wine, garlic, and parsley. In recognition of how great the staples are, Šug’s menu is a blend of traditional Croatian dishes and modern cooking techniques, brought together by some of the best chefs in the industry. The cozy environment and incredible service will make your time at Šug more than just a good meal, it’ll be a truly world-class dining experience.Must try: Swordfish carpaccio

Nestled in the heart of Split, ZOI stands as a testament to modern elegance and culinary innovation. With a menu inspired by traditional Dalmatian cuisine, ZOI artfully blends local ingredients with contemporary techniques, creating a dining experience that is both sophisticated and rooted in the region’s gastronomic heritage. The kitchen at ZOI uses only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients in season to create mouthwatering dishes that evoke all your senses.

Two young chefs opened Restaurant Šug in Tolstojeva 1a in Split in 2019. Both of them were strongly inspired by the islands they spent their childhood on, while the traditional recipes stayed with them long after they grew up. The smells of homemade bread and the smiles of attentive staff make this cozy little restaurant a place to rest and eat delicious food in Croatia in Split.

Ready to take your breakfast experience in Split to the next level?. Look no further than Šug Restaurant, where traditional Dalmatian cuisine gets a modern twist and even a nod from the Michelin guide. Imagine treating yourself to a scrumptious weekend brunch featuring a range of dishes made with fresh, local ingredients that will make your taste buds dance with joy.

This restaurant’s name denotes the Dalmatian word for “sauce”. Two friends, great culinary connoisseurs and enthusiasts, Duje Kanajet and Mateo Kordić, know that šug is essential to every meal and indispensable in life. They draw their inspiration from traditional dishes which they then take and elevate using creative twists and modern techniques.

Modern Dalmatian | $$$ | Why We Love It: Food, Service, Value For Money. Restaurant Sug is the only Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in Split, Croatia. This neighborhood eatery attracts tourists and locals with its exquisite cuisine, carefully selected local wines, friendly service, and welcoming ambiance.

Šug Restaurant is mainly a seafood restaurant that serves typical Mediterranean dishes and is vegetarian-friendly with gluten-free options. It’s one of the rare restaurants in Split with a Michelin recommendation. Despite this fact, Šug still offers amazing value for money.

Šug also boasts a Bib Gourmand rating, recognized by Michelin for good quality and good value dining. Not to worry, their permanent location is very casual. We tried the venison stew with gnocchi and goat cheese.

I looked up the Split Michelin Guide and as of this writing, there are only three Michelin-recommended restaurants in Split, both of which carry the Bib Gourmand distinction.