Truffle Dream at the Zigante Restaurant

July 7, 2023

For real truffle fans

One of the most famous restaurants in the region is the Zigante Restaurant, located in the town of Livade. The restaurant is named after the famous truffle hunter Giancarlo Zigante and offers an amazing selection of dishes, all based on the taste of truffles.

A lovely menu or rather a tasting?

The restaurant Zigante has a very pleasant atmosphere in traditional Istrian charm and the terrace offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape.

The menu of the Zigante restaurant is a tribute to the truffle, one of the noblest and most expensive delicacies in the world. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, all prepared with the exquisite flavour of the truffle. These include starters such as truffle risotto, beef carpaccio with truffle, homemade truffle pasta and much more. The main courses also offer a wide range of dishes, including meat, fish and vegetarian options. To match, the restaurant also offers an extensive wine list that includes many local wines from Istria.

In addition to the restaurant service, Restaurant Zigante also offers truffle tastings and workshops, which give you the opportunity to learn more about the history and culture of truffle cultivation in Istria.

In summary, Restaurant Zigante is a must for all gourmets travelling in Istria. It offers first-class cuisine and a cosy atmosphere. An absolute must for real truffle fans.

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Key Facts Restaurant Zigante

Address: Livade 7, 52427, Livade

Parking: The restaurant has its own car park for its guests. However, if the car park is full, there is usually still plenty of parking nearby, especially along the road that runs through Livade.

Opening hours: The restaurant is open daily from 12:00 to 23:00. It is recommended to book in advance as the restaurant is often fully booked due to its popularity.

Reservation at: https://restaurantzigante.com/reserve/

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