Boškinac

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Boškinac Restaurant Novalja | Michelin-Starred Seasonal Dining on Pag Island, Croatia

A Taste of Pag Island

On the island of Pag, between Novalja and Stara Novalja, Boškinac is more than a restaurant—it is a place shaped by the surrounding vineyards, olive groves, and pine forest. The kitchen, led by chef Matija Bregeš, focuses on carefully selected local ingredients: scampi, Pag lamb, cheese, ricotta, fish, herbs, honey, and olive oil. These elements come together in dishes that speak to the island’s character, interpreted through a modern lens.

Tradition, Modernized

The menu is built around seasonal produce, with the kitchen team drawing on the gastronomic potential of Pag. The “Island Experience” tasting menus—available in six or eight courses—offer a progression through dishes like buzara, octopus, vegetables, pigeon, ray, cuttlefish, lamb, and plum. Each course is designed to pair naturally with the estate’s own wines, reflecting a philosophy where food and wine are inseparable. The wine list also features key Croatian labels and a curated selection of Champagnes and sparklings.

Michelin-Starred Recognition

Since 2020, Boškinac has held a Michelin star, a mark of its high-quality cooking rooted in local tradition. This recognition underscores the team’s commitment to preserving the richness of Pag’s ingredients while staying attuned to global culinary trends. The result is a dining experience that feels both grounded and refined, with the island’s character present in every bite.

A Setting of Stone and Silence

The restaurant sits within a stone-built hotel and winery, surrounded by olive trees and pines. The atmosphere is calm and unhurried, with outdoor terraces that overlook the Novalja field. It is a place where the scents of sage and heather drift through the air, and where the pace of life slows to match the rhythm of the island.