Brunch as a New Tradition in Zagreb: Discover the Best Spots for Delicious Food

Bubble Brunch at Amadria Park Hotel Capital brings a sparkling twist to the classic brunch experience, available daily from 11 AM to 3 PM in the iconic Bela Café. The menu features creative dishes like The Bankers’ Feast and The 1923 Benedict, paired with coffee of choice, a glass of premium Amadria Park Misal sparkling wine, and the signature dessert La Dolce Cotta. This brunch offers a sophisticated and indulgent escape—perfect for elegant meetups, business lunches, or a stylish midday break.

“BoogieLab isn’t just a bakery, a brunch bar, a restaurant…It’s a living room. For us and for you. A place that plays the best food and prepares the best music,” as stated on their website. And truly, Boogie is a place where people literally wait in line just to get at least an hour to enjoy brunch or have a coffee. Their menu changes regularly, depending on the season and the ingredients available, and besides brunch, they also serve excellent pizzas and desserts, as well as lunch and dinner options, along with a variety of baked goods. In addition to its location in the city center, Boogie can also be found in Arena Center.

One of the first places to start serving brunch is certainly Melt, which changed its address and its menu last year. Melt’s new menu features a smaller breakfast and brunch selection, but avocado toast and pancakes are still available. Breakfast is now served until 1 PM, while the daily menu, featuring chicken and veggie sandwiches, quiche, and an acai bowl, is available until 5 PM. What’s also worth adding is the “after work” menu, starting after 5 PM. In other words, after the 9-to-5 comes the 5-to-9 hangout—and we know exactly where to go: one of the city’s must-visit spots.

Homemade granola? Or perhaps French toast with peanut butter? Or maybe bread with avocado spread and toppings? Whatever you choose, you won’t go wrong. Located on the ever-busy Tkalčićeva Street, this spot has been around for quite some time, offering a wide selection of breakfast and early lunch dishes. It’s the perfect place for comfort food - meals that satisfy every palate and leave you feeling truly full.

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If you get hungry at Ban Josip Jelačić Square or somewhere nearby while strolling through the beautiful city center, Broom44 will surely satisfy your cravings. Located right at Dolac Market, it offers truly phenomenal and unexpected combinations. It’s a vegetarian and vegan concept with specialty coffee that surprises and delights everyone, fans of both sweet and savory alike.

Located in Zagreb’s Ravnice neighborhood, this charming spot features a warm, cozy, and distinctly local interior with a true Zagreb feel, offering excellent breakfasts and even more delicious brunches. Set on one of the area’s plateaus, it overlooks a nearby meadow and surroundings from a terrace where the atmosphere is always, at the very least, welcoming - and the staff exceptionally friendly. A true neighborhood gem if you’re in the area. And yes, after these homemade specialties, you definitely won’t leave hungry!

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Located at Trg žrtava fašizma 1, this concept truly delivers what its name promises: an experience. They say weekends are reserved for brunch and mimosas, while weekdays are perfect for a business lunch or a later meal with wine. Still, we’d suggest going there for brunch any day - even during a short work break. Whether you order their signature oatmeal or an avocado specialty on bread, you won’t be disappointed. And with portions that are anything but small, you’ll have energy for the whole day.

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Whether you’re craving a delicious smoothie bowl, homemade granola with seasonal fruit, or something savory, like prosciutto or a sandwich with eggs and avocado, you won’t be disappointed at this spot in the Knežija neighborhood. Jolie is one of the pioneers of the brunch concept in Zagreb, and even today, there’s always high demand for a seat on their terrace - largely thanks to their original and distinctive cakes. If you haven’t tried them yet, you have to, because you’ve never seen or experienced anything quite like it.

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Inspired by the need for something different, the idea for a healthy food bistro - Health 'n' Joy was born, where healthy and high-quality food brings joy. It’s a place where every ingredient on the plate is carefully sourced and natural. The main mission is for every guest to leave feeling full, energized, and aware that they’ve done something good for themselves. In short, this restaurant, though not very large, is widely known, not only in its neighborhood of Vrbani but across the entire city.

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Completely different experience!  HOH Terrace Bar, located at Boutique Hotel HOH in the heart of Zagreb, offers a refined selection of exclusive cocktails crafted to satisfy even the most demanding palates, all paired with a unique atmosphere and stunning views. Its food and drink concept blends tradition with a modern, elegant twist, drawing inspiration from Zagreb’s cultural heritage. Whether for a brunch, a relaxed after-work drink special occasion, this terrace is the perfect spot to enjoy great flavors in an unforgettable setting.

 

You’ve definitely never seen this before: a flower shop and café where you can enjoy a delicious bite in one place! This newer concept, located in the western part of the city, offers a diverse menu created by a renowned chef, a variety of coffees and matcha drinks, and flowers on every table - a bouquet you can buy and take home. You can even create your own bouquet or floral gift for someone special, all while sipping your favorite coffee. Sounds interesting, right? Just wait until you see the interior…

They do everything with a touch of cynicism - so you could say they’re “cynically good.” Recently opened, yet always full. Another spot located right in the city center, more precisely on Martićeva Street, which in itself is packed with great places to eat and drink. They’ve already updated their menu several times, offering options not just for brunch but for later hours as well. You can even reserve your spot and enjoy the flavors at your own pace. All the information is available on their social media.

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B27 Brunch & Breakfast is located not far from Kvaternik Market. “All dishes are prepared fresh, with a strong focus on quality ingredients, homemade bread, and recipes shaped over time. Part of our menu is inspired by American brunch culture, especially Chicago-style brunch, where our owner Stanka spent many years and brought back the idea of a truly authentic brunch,” as stated on their website. It’s no surprise, then, that this place feels completely different and authentic from the very first impression. If you’re looking to try Zagreb-style dishes with an American twist, we know just the spot.

Pink avocado? Burrata verde? Sunny salmon? These are just some of the dishes waiting for you at this bistro in Špansko. In addition to brunch, they also offer lunch and gluten-free options. Whatever savory dish you choose, don’t forget to treat yourself to something sweet as well!

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From a variety of sandwiches and tortillas to healthy cold-pressed juices and granola, this bistro in Črnomerec offers a bit of everything. It also provides multiple delivery options if you’re in a hurry or prefer to enjoy your meal at home or in the office. Of course, as it’s also a bar, the offer goes beyond brunch, featuring a range of cocktails as well as evening dishes.