GOTA, Vrboska – pizza, fish and seafood on the terrace by the harbour

GOTA is a restaurant located in the heart of Vrboska, by the sea and Vrboska harbour, just a few minutes' walk from the bridges and the old town. This relatively new establishment combines Mediterranean dishes, fish and seafood with pizzas, pastas and simpler meals, making it suitable for groups where not everyone wants a traditional Dalmatian dinner.

The main advantage of GOTA is its terrace by the water. Boats are moored directly in front of the tables, and the view across the narrow Vrboska bay creates the perfect atmosphere for outdoor dining during summer evenings.

Terrace right by the sea

GOTA is situated on the waterfront, with outdoor tables facing the harbour.

There is no elevated view from a distant terrace – the sea, moored boats and the opposite shore of Vrboska are right next to the restaurant. This is particularly pleasant in the evening when the daytime heat subsides and a gentle breeze begins to blow along the waterfront.

The location is also convenient as the restaurant naturally lies along the route for an evening stroll through Vrboska.

Pizza is one of the main attractions

Pizza is one of the most frequently highlighted offerings at GOTA.

The dough is particularly appreciated, and the selection of pizzas is broad enough to make the restaurant a good choice for a simple family lunch or dinner. Therefore, GOTA is not a restaurant that must be visited solely for fish – pizza holds an equal place on the menu.

This is beneficial for families with children and larger groups where everyone desires something different.

Fish and seafood

In addition to pizza, a significant part of the menu features fish and seafood.

The offerings include whole fish, fish platters, and various dishes made with shellfish and other seafood. The selection of fresh fish may depend on daily availability, so it is worth asking what is on offer that day.

Among the seafood dishes, you will find shellfish prepared in the buzara style, which is one of the classic Dalmatian cooking methods.

Pasta with seafood

GOTA also serves pasta, including combinations with fish and seafood.

This provides a good middle ground between a full fish dinner and pizza, especially for guests who want a Mediterranean dish without ordering a whole fish.

Pasta and seafood, along with pizza, make the menu quite accessible for guests who are not looking for a more formal dining experience.

Vegetarian options

There are also vegetarian options available.

With pizzas, pastas and other dishes without meat or fish, GOTA is practical for mixed groups. However, if you have specific dietary requirements, it is best to check the details of a particular dish when ordering.

Wine, cocktails and other drinks

A selection of wine, beer, cocktails, coffee and other typical bar drinks is available to accompany the food.

For dinner with fish, Croatian white wines are a natural choice, while after dinner, guests can linger over a cocktail or another drink by the harbour.

Due to its location, GOTA also serves as a place where you can stay a little longer after your meal without needing to move on to another bar.

A more relaxed type of restaurant

GOTA does not have the character of a traditional old tavern.

The ambience is more relaxed and contemporary, and the menu is broad enough to cater for both pizza and fish dinners. This is one of the main differences compared to Vrboska's restaurants, which tend to rely almost entirely on traditional Dalmatian cuisine.

As a result, GOTA is particularly practical for families, younger groups, and guests who want a meal by the sea without a more formal atmosphere.

Arriving on foot

If you are staying in Vrboska, it is best to reach the restaurant on foot.

It is located in the central part of the town, by the harbour, and the bridges, St. Lawrence Church, the St. Mary Fortress Church, and the Fishermen's Museum are all just a few minutes away.

Vrboska is small enough that a car is generally not needed for an evening visit to GOTA.

Parking

GOTA does not have a confirmed large private parking area for guests.

If you are arriving by car, it is best to use public parking spaces in the wider centre of Vrboska and continue on foot to the restaurant. During the peak summer season, available spaces close to the central part of the waterfront may be limited.

Private driveways and parking spaces of nearby houses should not be used as public parking.

Who is GOTA a good choice for?

GOTA is particularly well-suited for groups who want a dinner by the sea but do not want to be limited to a fish menu.

One guest can choose fresh fish or seafood, another pasta, and a third pizza. The terrace right by the harbour gives the restaurant a true summer feel of Vrboska.

If you are looking for a relaxed dinner in the centre of the town with a wide enough selection for the whole group, GOTA is a very practical option.

Useful information

  • Type of establishment: restaurant
  • Location: on the waterfront by Vrboska harbour
  • Terrace: outdoor seating right by the sea
  • Main offerings: pizza, fish, seafood and pasta
  • Fresh fish: available according to daily offerings
  • Seafood: yes, including shellfish and other seafood dishes
  • Buzara: shellfish prepared in the buzara style are among the offerings
  • Pizza: one of the highlighted parts of the menu
  • Pasta: available, including dishes with seafood
  • Vegetarian options: available
  • Drinks: wine, beer, cocktails, coffee and other bar drinks
  • Takeaway: available
  • Access on foot: very easy from the centre of Vrboska
  • Parking: no confirmed large private parking; use public parking in the wider centre
  • Best for: pizza, fish and seafood, and a relaxed dinner on the terrace by the sea