Matoni
Bacvice, Split
Restaurant in Split, Croatia
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Matoni is a practical Split option when flexibility matters more than a destination-level meal. Treat it as a dine-in candidate for a low-pressure lunch or dinner, not as a confirmed takeaway or delivery play. For a more defined splurge, compare ZOI; for regional Croatian cooking with clearer price positioning, compare Šug.
About Matoni
In Split, the useful decision is often less about chasing an elaborate plan and more about choosing a venue that fits the timing of the day. Matoni is a Split venue with published opening hours and a smart-casual dress code. Beyond that, specific details about cuisine, menu format, prices, chef, awards, takeaway, delivery, or dietary handling are not provided here, so plan with those limits in mind.
Choose this for timing clarity, not an assumed dining format
There is not enough detail here to sell Matoni as a splurge, a chef-led destination, or a tasting-menu venue. The safer recommendation is narrower: consider it when its published schedule works for your trip, and confirm current menu and service details directly before committing to a special-occasion meal. If you are comparing other Split options, ZOI, Šug, Zora Bila, Portofino, and Restaurant MAGNUS are natural names to review alongside Matoni.
The off-premise question is also a cautious one. With no confirmed takeout or delivery setup, Matoni is better treated as an in-person option unless a current ordering channel is visible when planning. If food needs to travel for an apartment dinner, beach plan, or late arrival, confirm directly rather than assuming this venue is built for that use case.
Where it fits in a Split eating plan
For a short stay, Matoni is easiest to place by schedule. It is closed Monday; open Tuesday through Thursday from 12–11 PM; Friday and Saturday from 12–11:30 PM; and Sunday from 12–5 PM. That makes it potentially useful from midday onward on most open days, with a shorter Sunday window and no Monday service.
Build the rest of the trip around clearly established choices and current availability. Compare dining options in Our full Split restaurants guide, then check current details directly with Matoni and any other Split dining rooms you are considering. For local cross-shopping, keep the comparison focused on Matoni, Portofino, Restaurant MAGNUS, ZOI, Zora Bila, and Šug.
Planning details
- Location
- prilaz braće Kaliterna 6, 21000, Split, Croatia
- Website
- bookmeatable.com
- Phone
- +385916088333
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Matoni settles on a quiet side street away from the Riva, favoring a calmer, less touristed register. The dining room leans on regional tradition rather than spectacle: the menu reads like an argument in favor of local ingredients and careful technique. You sense a kitchen that prefers to clarify seafood’s natural character — grilling over wood, slow braising with local olive oil and the restrained use of Dalmatian herbs — rather than bury it in heavy sauces. The result is a composed, quietly sophisticated spot that attracts a locally anchored clientele even during peak season.
Best For
This is a dinner destination for people who want considered cooking without the Riva-side bustle. Matoni suits date nights and special occasions where a quieter table and attentive, ingredient-driven cooking matter more than a waterfront view. It also appeals to diners seeking a neighborhood experience — a locally anchored restaurant that resists high-turnover tourist formats. If you prefer conversations that don’t compete with loud service rhythms and want to focus on seasonal seafood and rustic preparations, Matoni offers an environment built for that kind of meal.
Ordering Tips
The menu privileges seafood prepared to showcase texture and flavor, so lean into simply executed plates and local ingredients. Start with lighter, clarifying preparations such as tuna tataki or the octopus, and consider the cuttlefish risotto if you want a more intimate, seafood-forward course. For something heartier, the beef ragu is a signature meat option. Expect preparations that favor grilling, slow braising and restrained herbs; order dishes that let the primary ingredient speak rather than those overloaded with heavy sauces.
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy wine cellar atmosphere with arched stone ceilings, brick walls, and warm lighting.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- cuttlefish risotto
- tuna tataki
- octopus
- beef ragu
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- prilaz braće Kaliterna 6, 21000, Split, Croatia
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Matoni is not the right fit
Try ZOI for a higher-spend Mediterranean dinner with clearer premium positioning. Try Šug if regional Croatian cooking and a defined €€€ price tier are more useful decision signals.
Restaurant context
How Matoni compares in Split
Matoni is the lower-pressure choice in this Split set: useful when the plan needs flexibility and the meal does not need to carry the whole evening. ZOI is the clearer splurge at €€€€ and a better fit for a polished Mediterranean dinner, while Šug gives a more defined regional-cuisine brief at €€€.
If ambiance is the deciding factor, cross-shop Zora Bila, Portofino, and Restaurant MAGNUS before committing. Matoni makes more sense as the easier, less formal pick; ZOI and Šug are stronger when price tier and culinary direction need to be clear before booking.
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Compare Matoni
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matoni | Split | , | , | No published awards |
| Zora Bila | Split | , | , | No published awards |
| ZOI | Split | Mediterranean Cuisine | €€€€ | Michelin Guide Croatia 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate |
| Portofino | Split | , | , | No published awards |
| Restaurant MAGNUS | Split | , | , | No published awards |
| Šug | Split | Regional Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Croatia 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Matoni?
Can Matoni accommodate groups?
If you are planning for a group, contact Matoni directly and compare current options with Portofino or Restaurant MAGNUS if you want another Split venue to review.
Is lunch or dinner better at Matoni?
Matoni opens at 12 PM Tuesday through Sunday, and the schedule runs later on Friday and Saturday, when the venue is open until 11:30 PM; Tuesday through Thursday run until 11 PM, and Sunday ends at 5 PM.
What are alternatives to Matoni in Split?
For other Split options to compare with Matoni, look at ZOI, Portofino, Restaurant MAGNUS, Zora Bila, and Šug. Choose based on current menus, availability, dress expectations, and the kind of meal you want.
