A blend of traditional Lika cuisine and excellent gastronomy

Who could resist a warm and crispy homemade bread, škripavac cheese, potato halves, lamb, grilled trout or a plum strudel? Restaurant Lička kuća, at Entrance 1 to Plitvice Lakes National Park, has been offering exactly those local specialties ever since 1972.

With over 50 years of existence, Restaurant Lička kuća enjoys and iconic status in the region, keeping pace with the creative techniques of modern cuisine. Dishes made with local ingredients, characteristic of the Lika destination, homemade bread, pasta, sauces, sausages, fresh basa cheese, plum jam, as well as our own butchery for wet and dry meat curing – these make the high-quality Lička kuća dishes possible.

Authentic traditional atmosphere

Lička kuća is the only restaurant in the wider Lika destination area with its own special exterior and interior aesthetics. The design of the restaurant is based on the traditional Lika house style where the warmth of the wood is coupled with numerous everyday items used by Lika inhabitants of bygone times. At Restaurant Lička kuća, you will not only taste Lika cuisine – on par with the best Croatian restaurants – but also enjoy a truly unique traditional atmosphere.

Lika Bundle – Lamb in a Contemporary Style

Lička kuća promotes the local Lika gastronomy with dishes made according to traditional recipes, as well as with their modern reinterpretations.

One of the specialties of the restaurant, “Lički zavežljaj” (Lika Bundle), is a contemporary take on Lika lamb and potatoes under the bell.

When you open the bundle, traditional Lika aromas fill the air, while the local ingredients, some of which have the regional quality system mark – Lika Quality – bring authentic flavors.  Warm rustic atmosphere, open fireplace and crackling fire contribute to the overall experience of the Lika gastronomy, all in the vicinity of one of the most famous Croatian destinations – Plitvice Lakes National Park!

Our awards and recognition

Over more than 50 years of excellent gastronomical offer, Restaurant Lička kuća has won numerous awards and recognition. Here are some of the recent ones:

• 2023 Rural tourism sunflower – bronze charter award in the “Traditional (rural) gastronomy” category
• 2023 Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice® – entry into top 10% restaurants worldwide that provide guests with an unforgettable experience
• 2024 and 2025 Entry into the 100 leading Croatian restaurants – Restaurant Croatica
• 2025 Listing in the prestigious gastronomy guide Gault&Millau Croatia

 How to get to Lička kuća?

Restaurant Lička kuća is located at Entrance 1 to Plitvice Lakes National Park on the D429 state road, used by passenger vehicles and local and intercity bus lines. Parking is provided for restaurant guests, while guests of the nearby Hotel Jezero have free transportation to the restaurant and back.

Restaurant capacity: 270 seats