Experts' Choice Award Gradska Kavana Arsenal
What the experts agree on
Gradska Kavana's ornate Arsenal building on Luža Square makes it Dubrovnik's beloved gathering spot for morning coffee and cake or evening aperitifs, with a Viennese café atmosphere and solid Mediterranean fare, though Croatian wines come at premium
“The scene here is reminiscent of fin de siècle Vienna, making the ornate café a fabulous spot for dessert: try the cake or a rich hot chocolate.”
– Travel + Leisure
Frommer's "The menu is typical of Dubrovnik with lots of fish dishes, but it also has a better-than-average selection of grilled meats and an extensive but pricey selection of Croatian wines." Full review
Fodor's "Gradska Kavana occupies the ornate Arsenal building and remains Dubrovnik's favorite meeting place for morning coffee with cakes or an evening aperitif."
Time Out "Attached to landmark café gradsKavana, this former repair yard for military vessels occupies a vaulted interior and terrace by the old port." Full review
Fodor's "Occuping the ornate Arsenal building right on Luža Square, Gradska Kavana remains Dubrovnik's favorite meeting place for morning coffee and cake or an evening aperitif." Full review
Lonely Planet "Spend a leisurely Sunday morning over coffee at Gradska kavana and watch the locals pass by on their way to church. Snatch one of the front row seats and, sipping your coffee slowly,..."
Lonely Planet "Savor a long breakfast at Gradska kavana Arsenal (get eggs Benedict!), served over mesmerizing views of the old town port."
Lonely Planet "One of the best spots is Gradska Kavana, located on a raised terrace at the end of the Stradun, where locals meet for coffee, read the morning newspapers, and watch the world pass by"
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Pred Dvorom 1, Dubrovnik 20000, Croatia (Formerly Gorica Sv. Vlaha 77)
