La Štruk — Restaurant in City of Zagreb

I’m still reeling from how good this meal was that I may fail to articulate the experience well enough. In short - don’t miss giving this local delicacy a shot, not only for the taste, but just the wholesomeness it brings! You know a place is GOOD and legit when all they have on their menu is one kind of specialty dish, and LE Sturk lands!

Strukli, we learnt from the staff, is made of pastry sheets layered with flavored cottage cheese (not your regular cheese or ricotta or such) making this a healthier dish to indulge in.

We got seated in the backside garden which was such a pleasant surprise cuz we didn’t expect that the restaurant would be so big and charming cuz the entry is a bit basic aesthetically. That itself was a great start. The garden area is delightful and had a vibe going by 6pm itself on a Wednesday! It got super busy by 7pm and all tables, indoor and outdoor filled. Altho it was a sweltering hot day, they had huge fans and the breeze in the garden made it a great set up to be in without feeling the temperatures above.

We started off with a lager; lemon-kiwi carbonated local drink - both 10/10.

The Struklis take about 30-35 mins to get served - freshly baked! The wait is worth it, I promise.

Everything on the menu is vegetarian but nothing is vegan. The dishes contain eggs.

We got the Strukli soup first, and then the red pepper gratinate, and then the apple-cinnamon gratinate. Irresistible!!!! They have 2 versions - cooked/boiled and baked. All the baked versions have flavor choices & whipping cream goes on top. We asked for as minimal whipping cream as possible, and they were able to accommodate.

The soup was a pepper onion soup with a Strukli roll dunked in it. The umami flavor was beautiful. Only feedback I have for this is that they should go easy on the oil (which, was easily scoopable; we just separated it out before mixing it all in).

The red pepper Strukli was good too, really enjoyed the chewiness and the hit of flavor in every bite. They have a chilli pepper topping which took this to the next level.

Because YOLO, we went for the apple cinnamon also!!!! No regrets! This was the star of the show. Natural sweetness from the apples, and the cinnamon flavored cottage cheese was scrumptious. If anything, I would’ve ordered all of the above in reverse order so that I could devour the sweet Strukli fully! Couldn’t finish it. But my God, the caramelisation of it all made this excellent!

If I could give this experience a 11/10, I would! Go for it, try it. GO HUNGRY. It didn’t feel half as heavy/unhealthy/gross as a slice of cheesy pizza or random mindless pastry. It felt like comfort food.

No reservation required unless you’re a big group.

Big shout out to the staff/girls who served our table & patiently answered our...

TL;DR: Tried La Štruk in Zagreb and had the roasted pepper štrukli. Super creamy, kind of like a lasagna without the meat—glad I tried it, but probably wouldn’t order it again. I think the sweet versions would hit harder, especially in winter. Amazing service and cozy garden vibe though—worth a visit for the experience. More below.

So, I usually eat a very Asian-style diet—lots of ginger, garlic, soy sauce—so I rarely go for anything heavy in dairy. It’s not that I don’t like dairy, I’ve just never really explored dishes centered around it. So trying štrukli at La Štruk was definitely stepping outside my comfort zone.

I ordered the roasted pepper štrukli, and I’ll be honest—it was really good. The flavor reminded me a bit of lasagna, but it leaned more cream-forward rather than meat- or filling-forward. It was soft, rich, and definitely filling.

But here’s the edit, just to be completely honest: As someone who cooks and enjoys layers of flavor and texture, I don’t think I’d order this again. I found myself wishing for more contrast—some crunch, acidity, or spice. The texture was very soft throughout, and while the roasted pepper helped add a bit more dimension, the overall experience was still very one-note and dairy-heavy for my personal taste.

That said, I’m really glad I tried it. It’s clearly a local staple and a great example of traditional Croatian comfort food. If you’re in Zagreb and want something authentic and cozy, this is a solid option to experience what locals love.

Honestly, I bet the sweet versions would shine more here—I can totally imagine this being an amazing winter dessert, hot and creamy in the cold weather.

Now for the vibe—10/10. All the servers spoke English, which made it easy for me as a solo tourist to feel welcome. The restaurant is tucked away in an alley, and they offered me a seat in the garden out back—which was peaceful, charming, and full of birdsong. Super relaxing.

Overall: • Food: 6.5/10 (great to try once, but not my usual jam) • Service: 10/10 • Ambience: 10/10

Give it a shot if you’re curious—especially if you love creamy, comforting dishes or are visiting in...

If you’re visiting Zagreb and want to taste something truly local, this is the place to go. Tucked away in the charming streets of the old town, they’re dedicated entirely to one dish: strukla.

The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with rustic wooden touches and a relaxed vibe. If you’re visiting in summer, their courtyard is a lovely spot to enjoy your meal in the open air.

The menu is pretty simple: strukla baked or boiled, sweet or savory, with seasonal variations. I tried the salty classic baked version with cheese and cream (which is the most traditional one as they say). Though as a Turkish guy, I felt like something was missing… Perhaps a bit of acidity like tomato, or a little touch of refreshing spice such as thyme or some seasoning. It was tasty, but I personally wished for a little more depth. The texture of the dough inside also felt weird, like chewing slime.

Service was very friendly and attentive, and the staff were happy to explain the differences between the dishes (they speak very well English). Even if you’ve never heard of strukla before, they make you feel right at home. Prices felt a bit high in Croatia’s standards but reasonable compared to most other European countries.

By the way, I checked with a friend who was born and raised in Zagreb whether this is the right place for strukla, and he confirmed it’s regarded as the best spot in the country.

Overall, if you’re around, do not miss a chance to taste a dish that’s part of Croatia’s cultural heritage, though I have to admit I did not enjoy the meal itself (it’s a matter of personal taste and has nothing to do...