The story
In the heart of Zagreb, Stari Faker delivers a no-fuss celebration of Croatian home cooking. “Where The Foodies Go” called it “a fantastic restaurant for traditional Croatian food,” singling out the excellent fried cheese and the cutlet alla Zagabrese as standouts. The hearty farmer’s lunch rounds out a menu built on rustic, satisfying flavors. For just 35 euros, two people can eat their fill—including water and bread—making it a deeply generous deal.
The experience here is casual and generous, echoing the venue’s #local-spot and #traditional tags. As the creator noted, the meal is “very filling,” a testament to the kitchen’s commitment to substance over style. For travelers seeking an authentic taste of Zagreb without pretense, Stari Faker, located on Mesnička ulica, is a reliable, warmly recommended stop.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 3 dish mentions say about the food
Stari Faker’s Pranzo del contadino earns singular praise as a rustic, soul-warming triumph, with reviewers celebrating the hearty, unpretentious vibe that makes every bite feel like a communal feast.
“I had the Farmer's Lunch: roast ham, homemade sausage, sauerkraut, a mountain of potatoes, and cabbage rolls stuffed with pork and rice. The roast ham was smoky, soft, and excellent, though a bit salty. The sauerkraut was surprisingly good. The cabbage rolls were decent, with good minced meat and rice, not overcooked.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Stari Faker. Most active: Where The Foodies Go
- Where The Foodies GoLoved
Zagabria Food Tour... e una fetta di čulo! - Zagabria, Croazia - Viaggio in Mitteleuropa - Ep.4 · @ 8:05
A fantastic restaurant for traditional Croatian food, with excellent fried cheese and cutlet, and a hearty farmer's lunch. 35 euros for two with water and bread, very filling.
Dishes mentioned
Formaggio Fritto Croato
I had the Croatian fried cheese, a kind of Fontina breaded and fried, served with a sauce. The cheese is so good I recommend it without the sauce.
Cotoletta alla Zagabrese
I had the Zagreb-style cutlet, veal wrapped around cooked ham and cheese, then fried. It's very soft, fried well, drained well. It's excellent.
Pranzo del Contadino
I had the Farmer's Lunch: roast ham, homemade sausage, sauerkraut, a mountain of potatoes, and cabbage rolls stuffed with pork and rice. The roast ham was smoky, soft, and excellent, though a bit salty. The sauerkraut was surprisingly good. The cabbage rolls were decent, with good minced meat and rice, not overcooked.
