Dalmatinska kuća tavern is a very peaceful and relaxing place for lunch, especially when you’re the only one sitting on the terrace, chilling in the shade and listening to seagulls. The service is also relaxed, but that’s the charm of fjaka, Dalmatian version of the more famous “dolce far niente” concept. The menu relies on classic seafood recipes, simple cooking and good ingredients, accompanied by homemade wine. Don’t expect any wow effect, but what you see is what you get: fresh, honest, good value dishes. Since Ston, Croatian capital of oysters and mussels, is near, opting for seashell is a good decision.

Surprisingly enough, apart from all the abundant goodies from the sea, we were most pleasantly taken aback by the excellent tomato soup, fresh, thick and so real.