Fat Rabbit by R&B Food in Komiža

Fat Rabbit is located on the waterfront in Komiža, right by the sea, and stands out from most nearby restaurants. It is not a traditional Dalmatian tavern, nor is it just a standard burger or BBQ restaurant. The concept merges what R&B Food is already known for – ribs, wings, and more substantial meat dishes – with fish and ingredients that make sense on the island of Vis.

This means you can order baby back ribs and a fish steak at the same table, making Fat Rabbit a practical choice for groups where not everyone wants the same thing. The menu is not overly extensive, but it offers enough variety to choose from meat, fish, breakfast, lighter dishes, and cocktails.

Ribs are a main reason to visit

Baby Back Ribs are one of the signature dishes at Fat Rabbit. They are served with BBQ sauce, fries, and coleslaw, making them a solid choice when you want a hearty meat meal without much fuss.

A great option for sharing is the combination of ribs and Buffalo chicken wings. This works particularly well for two or more people who want to sample a few dishes rather than each ordering a separate main course.

The meat section of the menu also features steaks, veal ribs, and other grilled dishes. The selection is strong enough that Fat Rabbit can easily be chosen even if you have no intention of eating fish.

The fish offerings are not just an afterthought

While meat is an important part of the restaurant's identity, the fish dishes here are not included on the menu just for the sake of it. On Vis, this makes particular sense, as you can find several more serious fish options prepared in a modern style.

Depending on the current catch, you might find tuna, dentex, barracuda, and other fish, accompanied by sides that are more restaurant-style than tavern fare – vegetables, potatoes prepared in various ways, samphire, wild herbs, lighter sauces, and aromatic additions.

For something less formal, you can look for fish & chips or fish patties. Such dishes are ideal when you want a taste of the sea without opting for a whole fish grilled.

When it comes to fish, it’s worth asking what is best available that day. If there’s an interesting daily catch, it’s often a better choice than automatically ordering the most well-known type of fish.

Breakfast and later morning meals

Fat Rabbit is also interesting because it is not limited to lunch and dinner. The menu includes eggs, sandwiches, granola, chia bowls, and more substantial breakfast or late morning meal options.

For those who don’t want to get up early from their apartment just to catch breakfast, this concept fits well with the relaxed pace of life in Komiža. It is particularly convenient after a late morning, before heading to the beach, or when returning from an outing at an unusual lunchtime.

The Chef's Sandwich is among the heartier options and is more of a full meal than a light breakfast. For something lighter, granola, chia, or simpler egg dishes are better choices.

Local ingredients without pretending to be a tavern

Fat Rabbit does not try to look like a traditional tavern from Vis, which is actually its advantage. Local ingredients are used where they make sense, without forcing the narrative that everything is an old island recipe.

On the plates, you will find wild herbs, samphire, olive oil, local eggs, fish, and other ingredients associated with the island. This allows the restaurant to maintain its own style while still clearly feeling like it is located on Vis, rather than in any town.

Among the desserts, it’s worth checking if there are carob cakes or other combinations that use island ingredients. After a heavy serving of ribs, such a dessert is often a better conclusion than another very sweet and heavy dish.

Cocktails by the waterfront

Fat Rabbit is not just a place for dining. In the evening, the terrace by the sea works well for a cocktail before or after dinner.

The location on the waterfront means you can feel the evening rhythm of Komiža – passersby, boats, people going out for dinner, and strolling along the shore. It is not a place for a completely quiet dinner in a secluded corner, but that liveliness appeals to many.

For evening visits during July and August, making a reservation is advisable, especially if you want a table outside by the waterfront.

A good choice for diverse groups

Fat Rabbit is particularly practical for groups where some want meat, others fish, and some something lighter. There is no need to choose between a steakhouse and a fish restaurant, as both options are available on the same menu.

For those who have been eating grilled fish, gregada, and classic tavern specialities for several days, this is a good change with ribs, wings, or a burger. Conversely, someone who does not want meat still has plenty of reasons to visit.

This is precisely what Fat Rabbit does best – it does not try to be just another tavern on the waterfront, but offers something more modern and relaxed, while still being connected enough to Vis to not feel like a generic restaurant transplanted to the island.

Location and access

The restaurant is located right on the Komiža waterfront and can be reached on foot from the centre in just a few minutes. A car is neither necessary nor practical here.

It is best to leave your vehicle in the public parking area in Komiža and continue on foot to the waterfront. During the peak season, searching for a spot right by the centre usually just wastes time.

The location is also convenient before or after a boat trip, as the Komiža harbour is immediately next to the restaurant.

Who will find Fat Rabbit most appealing

It will appeal most to guests looking for a more modern restaurant on the waterfront, without the obligation for dinner to be exclusively traditional Dalmatian. It is a good choice for BBQ enthusiasts, for those who want fish prepared a bit differently, and for groups where it’s hard to agree on what to eat.

It particularly hits the spot after a few days of classic island cuisine when a change is desired without leaving the very centre of Komiža.

Fat Rabbit makes sense precisely because of its combination: serious meat dishes, a sufficiently good fish offering, breakfast, cocktails, and a terrace by the sea. It is not a place that tries to offer everything, but rather a restaurant with a clear style that easily distinguishes it from the rest of the Komiža waterfront.