No More Tourist Traps! Croatia's Hidden Gems (Split & Hvar Edition) 🚫

Skip the overpriced waterfront spots - these local-approved restaurants deliver real Dalmatian flavors! 🏝️ Hvar Island: Plava Alga 📍 Hillside above the marina Pros: 🐙 Octopus Carpaccio - Fresh & vibrant 🍝 Truffle Mushroom Pasta - Al dente perfection 🐟 Tuna Steak - Cooked like premium beef Skip: "Traditional" Croatian pasta (those weird tube shapes 😅) Mussels (UK/Ireland does them better) 🏰 Split Old Town: Portofino 📍 Hidden in the alleys Must-Order: 🦐 Seafood Plate - Raw prawns = heaven 🍝 Truffle Lobster Pasta - Best pasta of the trip! 🍷 Sommelier-Picked Wine - They know their stuff Bonus: Desserts that aren't too sweet! ⭐ Split: Sug (Michelin-Recommended) 📍 Lunch special steal! Highlights: 🦀 Seafood Platter - Crab dip = mind-blowing 🐟 Grilled Whole Fish - Lemon elevates it 🍚 Black Risotto - Rich & creamy Avoid: "Truffle shrimp pasta" (where’s the shrimp?!) Pro Tip: Go before 6pm for lunch deals (most dishes <€20)! #CroatiaUnfiltered #SplitFoodie #HvarEats #NoTouristMenu #MichelinOnABudget 🍽️💙