The Best Restaurants of Montenegro
From taverns on the Bay of Kotor to restaurants with a view in Budva — these are the restaurants in Montenegro we've visited and remembered ourselves.
Galion
Kotor waterfront · Kotor & the Bay
Well-known waterfront restaurant with beautiful views of Kotor Bay.
Stari Mlini
Dobrota - Ljuta BB · Kotor & the Bay
Family restaurant in an old mill; arrive by land or by boat.
Catovica Mlini
Morinj · Kotor & the Bay
One of the most beautiful restaurant settings in Montenegro.
Conte Restaurant
Perast · Kotor & the Bay
Romantic waterfront spot in Perast, also a hotel.
Konoba Scala Santa
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Atmospheric konoba in the old town.
Cesarica
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Often recommended for local fish dishes in Kotor.
Hippocampus Restaurant
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Boutique restaurant/hotel in Kotor Old Town.
Pepe Nero Diverse Bar
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Highly regarded spot near the harbour/Old Town.
Resto Bar Taraca
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Popular for lunch/dinner in Kotor.
The Nitrox Pub & Eatery
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Casual pub food option in Kotor.
Murano Restaurant
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Mediterranean-Montenegrin dining at Regent.
One Restaurant
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Well-known restaurant at the marina.
Marea Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Modern waterfront restaurant in Porto Montenegro.
Al Posto Giusto
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Italian restaurant with a Tivat/Porto Montenegro feel.
Vino Santo
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Fish/seafood restaurant in Tivat.
Babi Resto Bar & Wine
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Modern resto/wine bar in Tivat.
360 Rooftop Bar & Restaurant
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
View and cocktails; great for the evening.
The Spot
Lustica Bay Marina · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
All-day brasserie/fine dining at The Chedi.
The Japanese
Lustica Bay Marina · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
New elevated dining at The Chedi.
The Restaurant
Lustica Bay Marina · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Quiet breakfast/lunch/dining setting with marina view.
Kiki's
Lustica Bay Promenade · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Restaurant on the promenade of Luštica Bay.
Rockfish
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Seafood restaurant connected to Portonovi Beach Club.
Tapasake
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
High-end dining at One&Only Portonovi.
Jadran Kod Krsta
Budva waterfront · Budva & the Riviera
Classic Budva seafood spot by the sea.
Dukley Seafront Restaurant
Zavala Peninsula · Budva & the Riviera
Luxury seafront dining at Dukley.
Konoba Bocun
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Popular traditional Montenegrin cuisine.
Konoba Portun
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Local konoba for fish and traditional dishes.
Rivijera
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Budva classic with local atmosphere.
Casper Bar
Budva Old Town · Budva & the Riviera
Atmospheric bar/food in the old town.
Kusta
Near Przno/Kamenovo · Budva & the Riviera
Good to combine with the Przno-Kamenovo walk.
Blanche
Przno · Budva & the Riviera
Waterfront dining in Przno.
Olive Restaurant
Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Lovely dining option near Sveti Stefan.
Ribarsko Selo
Lustica Peninsula · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Well-known fish experience on Luštica, best reached by boat/car.
Forte Rose
Rose · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Atmospheric spot near Rose, great for a boat day.
Konoba Feral
Herceg Novi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Local classic in Herceg Novi.
Tri Lipe
Herceg Novi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Popular traditional restaurant in Herceg Novi.
Gradska Kafana
Herceg Novi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Terrace and classic cuisine in Herceg Novi.
Verige65
Kamenari · Kotor & the Bay
Strong location on the Verige Strait with bay views.
Hemera
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Modern city restaurant/hotel in Podgorica.
Pod Volat
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Well-known traditional meat/grill spot.
Niagara Restaurant
Podgorica area · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Restaurant by a waterfall outside Podgorica.
BBQ Tanjga
Near South Gate / Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Local grill classic outside the walls; often mentioned as a better choice than the touristy Old Town spots.
Bokeljski Gusti
Kotor Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Mentioned by locals for local cuisine/fish outside the heavily touristy core.
Dobrotski Dvori
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
Mentioned as a non-touristy option with big portions and good value.
Bonaca
Kotor Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Local tip outside the Old Town; worth checking further.
Konoba Portun
Dobrota / Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Not to be confused with Budva's Portun; mentioned locally outside the Old Town.
Bastion
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Mentioned for seafood in Kotor alongside local grill/pizza options.
Pizzeria Pronto
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Simple favourite for pizza/a quick bite in Kotor.
La Catedral Pasta Bar
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Small pasta tip that often feels better than the standard tourist menus.
Ladovina Kitchen & Wine Bar
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Mentioned as a good place to eat in Kotor; less of a standard waterfront tourist spot.
Porat
Rafailovici · Budva & the Riviera
Mentioned by travellers/local tips as good seafood near Budva, often better priced than the Old Town.
Gradska Kafana Mogren
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Mentioned as a practical Budva option opposite/next to the Old Town area.
Pizzeria Fenix
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Local Budva dining tip for a casual evening.
Shanghai
Budva Old Town · Budva & the Riviera
Mentioned as a Budva Old Town dining tip; check current quality.
M-Irena
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Local Budva suggestion; verify exact name/location further.
Bura Pub
Budva bus station area · Budva & the Riviera
Mentioned near the bus station for good burgers, less touristy.
Home of Gyros
Budva / near Old Town · Budva & the Riviera
Good for a quick bite around Budva; mentioned as a strong fast-food option.
Chef's Food
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Casual local/experience tip for a quick bite.
Konoba Skver
Skver / Herceg Novi harbour · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Local/foodblog tip for fish, shrimp and octopus in Herceg Novi.
Hotel Marija Restaurant
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Simple Old Town tip from personal Kotor lists.
LAV Gastro Bar
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Kotor gastro bar tip; worth checking as a casual evening spot.
Restoran Atrium
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Mentioned in fine-dining discussions as one of the nicer options in Kotor.
AURA Beach & Restaurant
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
AURA is the current leading Porto Montenegro beach/dining name; a good alternative to the old Buddha-Bar spot.
Babi Gourmet & Bar
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Gourmet bar for lunch, meetings and evenings in Porto Montenegro.
Bokka Modern
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Waterfront restaurant with views over the bay.
Caffè Vergnano Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Italian coffee spot in Marina Park.
Crush Wine Station
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Wine bar with regional and international wines by the glass/bottle.
Sabia
One&Only Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Italian by the sea with an al fresco terrace and sunset views.
La Veranda
One&Only Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Montenegrin flavours, meat and seafood cooked over hot coals.
Caminetti
One&Only Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Lounge & bar at One&Only Portonovi, warm fireplace setting and views.
Bonita 99
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
Beautiful bay setting, relaxed for lunch/dinner.
Tiha Noc
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
Classic bay spot outside the old town.
Ellas Restaurant
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
Accessible dining spot along the bay.
Konoba Boka Bay
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Local bay cuisine and fish.
Pržun
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Smaller old-town spot with local atmosphere.
Old Winery Kotor
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Good for wine and smaller dishes in the old town.
Astoria Restaurant Kotor
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Nice for a central, slightly more stylish dinner.
Forza Mare Restaurant
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
Luxury hotel restaurant on the bay.
Forza Terra Restaurant
Dobrota · Kotor & the Bay
High-end boutique hotel restaurant on the bay.
Mademoiselle Dine & Wine
Perast waterfront · Kotor & the Bay
Wonderful for Perast sunset and wine.
Armonia Perast
Perast · Kotor & the Bay
Lovely romantic spot in Perast.
Conte Nautilus Restaurant
Perast · Kotor & the Bay
Extra Conte/Perast layer for hotel/restaurant on the water.
Admiral Perast
Perast · Kotor & the Bay
Classic Perast hotel restaurant setting.
Bokeski Gusti
Prčanj · Kotor & the Bay
Local Boka flavour on the bay.
Konoba Marius
Prčanj · Kotor & the Bay
Traditional bay cuisine.
Tanjga Family Restaurant
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Known for meat/grill and an affordable local experience.
Marenda Grill House
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
Good simple local bite.
Pizzeria Sara
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Convenient for an easy dinner in the old town.
Cesare Old Town
Kotor Old Town · Kotor & the Bay
Italian/Mediterranean old-town stop.
Evergreen Kotor
Kotor · Kotor & the Bay
For breakfast/brunch/a healthy alternative.
The Spot Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Accessible marina spot for breakfast/lunch/drinks.
Mitsu Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Asian/sushi stop in the Porto Montenegro area.
MayaBay Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Well-known luxury Asian dining name in Porto Montenegro.
Murano Restaurant Regent Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Regent restaurant, suitable for a luxury dinner.
Roberto's Mare
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Stylish marina choice.
Gallardo Steakhouse
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
For meat/steak in a luxury marina setting.
Navale Restaurant
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Waterfront dining in the Porto Montenegro area.
One Restaurant Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Well-known Porto Montenegro restaurant name; verify current status.
Kafeterija Porto Montenegro
Porto Montenegro · Kotor & the Bay
Convenient for coffee/breakfast at the marina.
Mala Barka
Tivat waterfront · Kotor & the Bay
Local fish spot in Tivat.
Ponta Veranda
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Lovely waterside location in Tivat.
Recoleta Tivat
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Dinner and drinks.
Big Ben Tivat
Tivat waterfront · Kotor & the Bay
Popular casual spot on the water.
Konoba Bacchus
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Local konoba in Tivat.
Pizzeria Galija
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Accessible pizza/Italian stop.
21 Bistro Sea View
Tivat · Kotor & the Bay
Modern bistro feel with sea views.
Nikki Beach Montenegro Restaurant
Luštica Peninsula · Kotor & the Bay
Luxury beach dining; check seasonal status.
The Chedi Luštica Bay - The Spot
Luštica Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Hotel/beach resort dining venue in Luštica Bay.
The Chedi Luštica Bay - The Lobby Bar
Luštica Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Lounge/easy dining at The Chedi.
21 Bistro Luštica Bay
Luštica Bay Marina · Kotor & the Bay
Luštica Bay casual marina dining.
Kiki's Luštica Bay
Luštica Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Casual/family option in Luštica Bay.
Marina Beach Restaurant Luštica Bay
Luštica Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Beach/marina dining in Luštica Bay.
Blue Room Luštica Bay
Luštica Bay · Kotor & the Bay
Dinner/drinks around Luštica Bay.
Dukley Beach Lounge
Dukley Gardens · Budva & the Riviera
Beach lounge/dining in Budva.
Hemingway Bar & Restaurant
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Popular Budva restaurant/bar.
Kužina Budva
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Popular for local cuisine and good value.
Restaurant Porto Budva
Budva marina · Budva & the Riviera
Seafood with a marina atmosphere.
Azzuro Budva
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Accessible Mediterranean choice.
Mozart Budva
Budva Old Town · Budva & the Riviera
Classic café/restaurant in the old town.
MB Ice Club Restaurant
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Casual Budva dining; check current status.
Rivijera Restaurant
Budva · Budva & the Riviera
Hotel/restaurant setting in Budva.
Vista Vidikovac
Budva viewpoint · Budva & the Riviera
For views over Budva and dinner.
Tropico Budva
Slovenska Plaža · Budva & the Riviera
Lunch/dinner on the beach.
Torch Beach Club Restaurant
Slovenska Plaža · Budva & the Riviera
Budva beach dining/night vibe.
Sveti Toma
Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Fish/seafood near Sveti Stefan.
Olive Restaurant Sveti Stefan
Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Romantic, quiet address near Sveti Stefan.
Nobu Montenegro
Aman Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Nobu at Aman/Sveti Stefan; check seasonal status.
Pastrovica Dvori
Blizikuće / above Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Traditional food with a beautiful view.
Bankada
Sveti Stefan · Budva & the Riviera
Local seafood/Mediterranean cuisine.
Konoba Langust
Pržno · Budva & the Riviera
Well-known fish spot in Pržno.
Il Brodetto
Pržno · Budva & the Riviera
Lovely for fish in Pržno.
Konoba More
Rafailovići · Budva & the Riviera
Fish in the coastal village of Rafailovići.
Tri Ribara
Rafailovići · Budva & the Riviera
Classic fish spot on the water.
Ambassador Petrovac
Petrovac · Budva & the Riviera
Nice Petrovac seafront choice.
Medin Restaurant
Petrovac · Budva & the Riviera
Local Petrovac choice.
Konoba Katic
Petrovac · Budva & the Riviera
Fish/seafood in Petrovac.
Ponta Beach Club Restaurant
Petrovac · Budva & the Riviera
Beach restaurant in Petrovac.
Adriatica Restaurant
Rose · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Beautiful fishing-village atmosphere in Rose.
Forte Rose Restaurant
Rose · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Historic fort/seaside setting.
Gradska Kafana Herceg Novi
Herceg Novi waterfront · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Classic grand café/restaurant on the promenade.
Konoba Škver
Škver harbour · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Harbour restaurant for local fish.
Yachting Club 32
Portonovi / Herceg Novi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Marina/waterfront dining around Herceg Novi.
Malo Selo Portonovi
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Local/regional style at Portonovi; check status.
Maison du Monde Portonovi
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Casual luxury resort café/restaurant.
Square Portonovi
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Square/marina dining in Portonovi.
Boka Sky Bar
Portonovi · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Drinks/bites with a view; check status.
Kalamper Restaurant
Dobra Voda · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Sea-view restaurant at Kalamper Hotel & Spa.
Knjaževa Bašta
Stari Bar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Beautiful historic atmosphere near Stari Bar.
Kaldrma
Stari Bar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Authentic Stari Bar atmosphere.
Konoba Bedem
Stari Bar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Good for a Stari Bar visit.
Forest Restaurant Bar
Bar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Casual local/international.
Pulena Pizza Pub
Bar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
For an easy meal/drinks.
Marina Bar Restaurant
Bar marina · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Seafood/marina vibe in Bar.
La Tavola Ulcinj
Ulcinj · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Good food stop in Ulcinj.
Taphana Ulcinj
Old Town Ulcinj · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Atmosphere in the old town of Ulcinj.
Dulcinea Ulcinj
Old Town Ulcinj · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Well-known old-town restaurant with sea views.
Higo Restaurant & Lounge
Ulcinj / Long Beach · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Modern beach/lounge dining.
Misko Ada Bojana
Ada Bojana · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Known for river/seafood on Ada Bojana.
Ćićkova Čarda
Ada Bojana · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Local Ada Bojana fish experience.
Barbana Ada Bojana
Ada Bojana · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
River/sea food on Ada Bojana.
Hemera Restaurant
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Stylish Podgorica dinner.
Stara Kuća
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Traditional cuisine.
Lanterna Podgorica
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Reliable casual choice in Podgorica.
Masala Art Podgorica
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
For an international food option.
Hard Rock Cafe Podgorica
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Well-known international chain for visitors.
Restobar Štrudla
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Brunch, cakes, easy dining.
The Living Room Podgorica
CentreVille Hotel · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Hotel lounge/restaurant in Podgorica.
Caffe Pizzeria Forum
Podgorica · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Accessible city option.
Gradska Kafana Cetinje
Cetinje · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Classic dining spot in the old capital.
Kole Restaurant
Cetinje · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Local Cetinje experience.
Konak Cetinje
Cetinje · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Traditional cuisine.
Rijeka Crnojevića Restaurant Mostina
Rijeka Crnojevića · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Local Skadar Lake fish/river experience.
Stari Most Rijeka Crnojevića
Rijeka Crnojevića · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Dining by the bridge/river.
Silistria Boat Restaurant
Virpazar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Experience on/by Skadar Lake.
Konoba Badanj
Virpazar · Bar, Ulcinj & the south coast
Local fish in Virpazar.
Etno Selo Nevidio
Pošćenje / Durmitor · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Mountain cuisine and a nature experience.
Momčilov Grad
Žabljak · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Strong Durmitor mountain stop.
Oro Žabljak
Žabljak · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Popular Žabljak choice.
Lupo d'Argento
Žabljak · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Convenient Žabljak restaurant option.
Konoba Luna
Žabljak · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Local mountain cuisine.
National Restaurant Crno Jezero
Black Lake · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
By Black Lake; touristy but useful stop.
Vodenica Kolašin
Kolašin · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Mountain cuisine in Kolašin.
Savardak
Kolašin · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Well-known ethno/mountain dining experience.
Restoran Slavija
Kolašin · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Local Kolašin choice.
Bianca Resort Restaurant
Bianca Resort · Cetinje, Lovćen & het binnenland
Hotel restaurant for ski/nature visitors.
Adriatic (Konoba Adriatic)
Rose · Herceg Novi & the northwest coast
Family restaurant in Rose with fresh fish/seafood under a shaded canopy, lovely at sunset.