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Petro-Rastoke sits in Slunj along the Slunjčica River, where the Petrović family has adapted historic water mills into a venue dedicated to Croatian regional cooking. Recognized by Gault&Millau for its steady execution, the menu draws directly from the village’s past. Trout remains the central focus, caught fresh from the waters that once turned the mill wheels. This straightforward approach keeps every dish grounded in place rather than chasing trends.
Grilled trout arrives alongside roasted potato halves, while fillets pair easily with buckwheat or polenta cakes. The kitchen expands its protein selection while maintaining the standards of Croatian cooking. Hunters and meat lovers often order the bear or venison steaks, which arrive simply seared and heavily seasoned. Stews built from wild hare and game sausages round out the savory offerings without relying on heavy sauces.
The building preserves the stone foundations and timber beams of former grain processing sites. Guests dine near the channel where water still rushes through carved wooden sluices. Evenings bring the cool scent of damp earth and pine needles from the surrounding karst landscape. Dinners typically close with the Mlinarska cake, a dense polenta sponge sourced from a neighboring mill. A curated wine list features bottles from every Croatian region to match the seasonal menus and desserts.
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