Antika

A very interesting spot in the old town. You can feel that the dishes are inspired by local flavors but elevated with creative twists. There’s a play of textures and more complex flavors that make the food exciting. A great restaurant for those who want to try something surprising. On top of that, the presentation is beautiful – you can eat with your eyes first. The veal simply melted in the mouth. Out of everything we ordered, only the tuna steak didn’t really appeal to us – it felt like the weakest option. The rest was excellent. The highlight was definitely the Kotlenka – absolutely outstanding. Also worth mentioning were the braised octopus and the risotto, both full of flavor. The place itself is pleasant, with friendly service. Overall – if you’re looking for local flavors with an unexpected twist, this restaurant is well worth a visit.

Gorgeous restaurant with tables down multiple alleys. Service was great, and the food was delicious! Huge portions for decent value. Would highly recommend the black risotto and the beef cheeks

Absolutely the best lamb I had this year so far, by far. For those who love lamb and for those who don’t Antika is a place in Stari Grand you will never forget. Team is amazing, food and drinks are fantastic, location is absolutely brilliant. We only regret one thing, that we are not able to visit again since we are leaving soon Hvar but in 2026 it’s on our list to be there more than once. Warmly recommended to try.

This little restaurant is such a hidden gem! ✨ Tucked away on a narrow street of the island, it feels incredibly cozy and authentic. The atmosphere is calm and welcoming, perfect for a relaxed evening. Their homemade focaccia is absolutely delicious — warm, soft, and full of flavor. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a true local experience!

Antika- A Hidden Gem in Stari Grad Last night i went in restaurant Antika in Stari Grad with a group of friends and we ordered several starters to share – tuna tartare, beef tartare, marinated anchovies, and burrata with all the right pairings – everything was excellent, beautifully prepared and full of flavor. But two dishes truly stood out: the “Kotlenka” with monkfish, a masterpiece of rich and perfectly balanced flavors, and the lamb, which my friend ordered – tender, juicy, aromatic, and simply unforgettable. Words cannot do it justice. The ambiance is charming, the staff warm and professional, and the whole experience on par with the best restaurants. Antika is a place we will definitely return to. 👌

Our experience with the restaurant was somewhat disappointing, although all together not bad. We got tuna tartar, seabass and black risotto. Tuna tartar was great, every flavour was well-thought and they complimented one another fantastically. Black risotto was very interesting and flavourful. However, as it sometimes happens with risotto, after a few bites it was a little overwhelming and too heavy because of the buttery flavour. We splitted the portion in half so it wasn't an issue, it would make a really good starter in a smaller portion tho. The most disappointing dish was the seabass. Green beans served with it were way too salty, as was half of the burreu sauce. As for the seabass it was okay, however the burnt skin made it hard to enjoy due to difficulty in seperating the meat from the skin which had a charcoal aroma to it. Additionally, the tempura topping was unnecessary and weirdly excluded from the whole dish, it didn't pair well with anything (although it was tasty on its own). The mussels base in the sauce was hardly noticeable (maybe because of the saltiness). The staff went out of their way to divide our starter in two (because we were sharing one portion) which I think was very thoughtful. However, our overall experience was mid. We didn't feel much cared for after the first dish was served. I think it would be nice to be served water (as the glasses were already prepared on the table for no reason) and coasters/napkins for the drinks.

Antika undoubtedly is full of charm and is located in an idyllic street in the centre of Stari Grad. The food was decent without blowing us away. We probably felt that it was a little too expensive for what was on offer (but felt this is the case for much of Hvar and Croatia). There is quite limited variation available in Stari Grad in terms of food. We found that a lot of restaurants offer similar things at similar prices. Antika offers a slightly more refined option and is that bit more expensive. I would be tempted to give this 3*s but think 4 is fair given the competition. We had the focaccia and olives to start and kotlenka (monkfish) & beef cheeks for mains. The focaccia was fine, but was dry and lacked the amazing texture and flavour that you’d expect. The monkfish main was very tasty but was crying out to be served with some crusty bread or something to soak up the lovely sauce. The beef cheeks were a little disappointing. They lacked the depth of flavour that slow cooked beef cheeks should have and weren’t as melt in the mouth as should be. We also ordered the local wine and a cocktail to end the meal. Both were delicious. The service was great, staff were very friendly and the ambience was really nice. This is what made the meal for us over the food. Our bill came to 92€ for two people with drinks and service. Recommended to book ahead.

This is a delightful restaurant, tucked away in an atmospheric back street. Every dish was excellent. The service was relaxed and attentive, and we had an excellent bottle of local wine. The steak tartare was superb. Highly recommended.