Fig Split — Restaurant in Grad Split

Coming off the plane and into Split a bit late, we were super thankful to have found this gem. The host was immediately a joy, cracking light jokes with us as he took us to our seat 😁

We started with some drinks, which were solid. Can’t go wrong with a G&T but the fig they threw in was a great touch. My fiancée ordered the fig sour and thoroughly enjoyed it as well — it looked great. 🥂

The food was phenomenal, and not just because of airline hunger! I got the jalapeño blueberry burger.. and I just may go back for another now that a week has passed and we’re back on the way out! It was absolutely incredible; dare I say, the perfect burger 🤌🍔 While my fiancée ordered the fig and farm cheese flatbread, which was LOADED!! Enough for me to pick at after my burger (I’m a black hole with good eats). Even the fries were something to mention, as they were neatly cut and folded fry-wedge-ish types that were super enjoyable.

Beyond that, we were captivated by the architecture of the place. It seemed like we were sitting in an old roman cellar that had been slightly modernized with complimentary stonework. Definitely a place to visit for a great foodie experience; highly recommended. ✨

p.s. we went back to try their breakfast, because my fiancée really wanted the breakfast burrito. 👌 I got the french toast — both were divine. Don’t miss this place...

Mexican Pulled Pork! I wanted to start with that in case you’re quickly scanning reviews. It was amazing. As a Chicagoan visiting Croatia my eyes instantly zoomed to this item on the menu and my Spidey senses proved to be right. We couldn’t get enough. The mix of the Mexican pork sauce and sour cream, the tender pork pieces falling apart on our forks, and the accompanying bread for dipping were all of great quality and made for a wonderful experience.

My friends ordered the root veggie and hummus and that was delicious as well but did not hold my interest for very long because the Mexican Pulled Pork was situated in front of me. I remember the hummus being very good but the root vegetable overwhelmed the plate.

I also had a Bloody Mary which was quite good for a lunchtime cocktail.

The outdoor seating at this establishment is the best. Tucked away in a small but cozy courtyard you are surrounded by the beautiful architecture of Dyoclesian’s palace. We walked around the interior as well, which was nice, but we didn’t want to miss out on the fresh air and sunlight.

Definitely give this place a try. I would have given a 5 star but the menu was a little too small for my taste and I found that besides the items we ordered there wasn’t much else to tease my appetite. That’s just me. Service was great, everything was great, definitely...

Great location. Super central, really interesting building. You can feel the vibe of the old city watching the shop’s walls and the stratigraphy of the city.

Food wise it has a variety of culinary ethnic references. Mexican mainly and American and some “global”. Everything is of course catered to a European crowd.

We tried the roasted vegetables with spices and honey and with hummus, and the burger with the blueberry marmelade with jalapeños. The burger was on the salty side which makes sense since it had smoked cheese under so it gave a bit extra savory flavor. The French fries were good and the sauces offered were great especially the hot sauce which was spicy enough for a mild European palette but not for a Mexican. Our son had quesadilla and it was fine.

The prices are on the upper side. We were there July 2023 so it is just after the euro entry which drives up the prices of everything. I would call it Amsterdam center prices, since I have this as a reference. 18 euros blueberry burger, 17 euros roaster veggies, 15 euros quesadilla. The menu is of course visible, but still I am surprised how everything seems even more expensive than touristic Italy. Nevertheless the location permits for...