Nostro

Rating: 12.5
Author: Gault&Millau

Bilogorska ulica 20, 33000 Virovitica, Croatia

12.5/20
Gourmet Restaurant

4 PHOTOS

Chef: Tomislav Perović
Cooking: Local | Meat | Modern | Seafood

Gault&Millau's review 2026

Although located just outside the city centre, Nostro has built a loyal guests list, especially on weekends, reservations are highly recommended. The small terrace provides a pleasant setting for outdoor dining, while the spacious interior offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Nostro’s menu is concise yet thoughtfully curated, equally appealing to lovers of both meat and seafood. From the very first glance, it reveals the chef’s ambition to move beyond the predictable through creative presentation and the careful use of seasonal ingredients. The restaurant serves an excellent game pâté on toast, while springtime highlights include beautifully prepared pljukanci and paccheri pasta with fresh asparagus and prosciutto, or prawns in a creamy sauce. Particularly memorable are the roasted potato gnocchi with rich game goulash. A tempting starter is the seafood platter featuring grilled calamari, sea bass fillet, prawns, and scampi. Among the main courses, the slow-roasted lamb shank stands out. Rich in flavour and exceptionally tender, the meat effortlessly falls off the bone and is served with an elegantly presented potato purée - a dish that lingers long in memory. Desserts depend on the chef’s daily inspiration. The apple pie is an excellent choice, while the tiramisu with fresh strawberries offers an unusual yet delightful combination that deserves special mention. Excellent food, a welcoming atmosphere, and friendly service make Nostro Virovitica’s most appealing dining destinations.