Dubrovnik Old Town Food Tour: 8 Tastings & Wine Stops

Summary

Wander Dubrovnik’s alleys tasting burek seafood risotto & local wine

You’ll wander Dubrovnik’s Old Town with a local guide, tasting fresh burek pies, black risotto and fried seafood in tucked-away taverns. Sip Dalmatian wines, try regional cheeses and finish with homemade ice cream behind the ancient walls. Expect laughter over mispronounced dishes and small moments that linger long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

You step through the stone gate into Dubrovnik’s Old Town and it just hits you—warm bakery smells, voices echoing off the limestone. Our guide, Ana, waved us over like we were old friends. She handed out these flaky burek pies straight from the oven (I burned my tongue a little, worth it). The first bite was all buttery pastry and salty cheese, and I swear I could hear someone singing from an upstairs window. It felt like the city was waking up around us.

Ana led us down a backstreet so narrow I had to tuck in my elbows. She pointed out graffiti from the war years—just a quick story, nothing heavy—and then we ducked into a family-run taverna for black risotto. The rice was almost inky, full of squid flavor and just enough garlic. I tried to pronounce “šporki makaruli” (meat stew macaroni) but got it wrong; Ana laughed and made me repeat it until I got close. There was red wine too—Dalmatian, she said—which tasted brighter than I expected.

The seafood spot was barely bigger than my kitchen back home. Fried oysters came out still sizzling, with a squeeze of lemon that clung to my fingers. Some old men at the next table argued about football, waving their hands so much I thought they’d knock over their rakija glasses. After that we wandered toward the port—there’s always this faint salt smell in the air there—and ended up behind the city walls where dessert waited: bitter orange ice cream with candied figs and almonds. Not sure if it was the sugar or just being in Dubrovnik at dusk, but everything felt softer somehow.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Old Town and taste local foods

• Start at local bakery with savory pies
• Wander hidden backstreets of Old Town
• Visit wine bar for cheese and wine
• Learn history of Dubrovnik port
• Taste black risotto and meat stew
• Sample fresh fried seafood by sea
• Enjoy regional desserts behind city walls

Top questions

How many tastings are included on this Dubrovnik food tour?

The tour includes eight authentic Croatian tastings plus dessert.

Does this Old Town Dubrovnik food tour include wine?

Yes, Dalmatian red and rosé wines are served during stops.

Is there much walking involved on this food tour?

Yes, expect a fair amount of walking through Dubrovnik’s Old Town streets—comfortable shoes are recommended.

Are dietary requirements accommodated on this tour?

You should contact the provider in advance to discuss any dietary needs so they can do their best to cater for them.

What kind of desserts are served on this Dubrovnik food tour?

Desserts include bitter orange or lavender honey ice cream plus candied figs, almonds and oranges.

Is hotel pickup included for this food tour?

No hotel pickup is mentioned; tours start at a bakery in Old Town Dubrovnik.

Are children allowed on the Dubrovnik food tour?

Yes, infants and small children can join; strollers are allowed but infants must sit on an adult’s lap if needed.

What’s included

Your day brings fresh burek pies from a local bakery, platters of regional cheese and prosciutto with Dalmatian wine at a cozy bar, sizzling fried oysters by the sea, hearty black risotto and meat ragu macaroni at a tucked-away taverna, homemade herbal digestives and finally sweet bites like bitter orange ice cream and candied figs—all while exploring Old Town’s winding streets with your guide before heading off full (and maybe just a little bit happier).