KONOBA VELA VRATA

5 Stars – A Hidden Gem with Exceptional Charm We had a wonderful experience at Konoba Vela Vrata. The setting is intimate and homely, with only five tables, yet it felt lively and full of charm. The service was exceptional—warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Even as English speakers, we had no trouble navigating the menu and choosing some fantastic dishes. The Truffle Pasta was a standout—absolutely delicious and highly recommended. A perfect spot for a cozy, memorable meal. We’ll definitely be back!

Definitely coming back! The meat is top-notch, pasta delicious, and the chocolate cake=pure bliss. Cozy spot, great food, and warm vibes. Aaaand the staff… ladies are super kind, quick, and giving good recommendations.

Outstanding! We had the black truffle gnocchi and the venison ragú - you simply MUST come here if in the Pazin area. Highly recommend!

Very good traditional istrian konoba wih nice ambient and service. Try istrian manestra, prosciuto and cheese, istrian sausages and ombolo with cabbage, fuzi with boskarin or truffles, pancakes.

Really great food! In the middle of the Istrian peninsula, this restaurant offers authentic Istrian meals. You can have some of the best pasta and njoki (gnocchi) made just like in the old days. There are also steaks and various meat on the menu. The chocolate cake with truffle and olive oil is a must try! The wine list is comprised mostly of Istrian wines, and some imported ones. The service is excellent and very fast.

The waitress was incredibly kind and attentive, making us feel very welcome. The service overall was excellent - fast, friendly, and professional. The food was absolutely delicious, and the portions were generous without being overwhelming. Highly recommend this place for a great meal and warm atmosphere!

Summary: Delicious food with a nice view and really nice staff. The beef carpacio with arugula was better than the main dishes (homemade pasta with white truffles and steak with black truffles) which were really delicious. The pancakes with creamy cheese curd and honey are also worth trying out. The waitresses were amazingly nice!

This is the second time I have eaten here and both times I was very happy! The food is delicious, local and fresh and, more importantly, you get a decent amount of truffles 🙂 The service is great, waitresses are nice and friendly. The view from the terrace is peaceful and beautiful… I will definitely come back. Tips: book in advance, come again in white truffle season