Gric

Gric is a long-running restaurant at Radiceva ulica 34 in Zagreb's Upper Town, Croatia. Radiceva is a narrow historic street in the old Gradec district, and Gric takes its name from the Gradec area, the medieval hill settlement that forms the core of the Upper Town. The restaurant serves traditional Croatian cuisine, with strukli, the baked cheese pastry of the Zagorje region, and mixed grilled platters among its best-known dishes. The cooking is hearty and unpretentious, and portions are generous, in keeping with the style of the traditional taverns of northern Croatia. The main atmospheric feature is the stone-vaulted dining room, which gives the restaurant an old-world, cellar-like feel and keeps the interior cool in summer. The mood is relaxed and welcoming, with moderate noise levels, a mix of visitors and local diners, and a casual dress norm. Service is unhurried, in line with a sightseeing lunch or a leisurely dinner. The beverage programme is simple, with Croatian wines and beers accompanying the food, rather than a specialised wine list. Prices are modest for the historic centre: a typical meal costs about EUR 14-26 (approx USD 16-30), which compares well with other restaurants in the Upper Town. The restaurant is open daily from about 11AM to 11PM. Reservations are recommended, especially for dinner and for groups, because the stone-vaulted room is limited in size and is popular with visitors exploring the area. Booking the same day is often sufficient on weekdays, while weekends call for more notice. The location is convenient for sightseeing, being a short walk from the Stone Gate, St Mark's Church, the Lotrscak Tower and the upper station of the funicular, so it suits a break between the sights of the Upper Town. The street is cobbled and quiet in the evening, adding to the atmosphere of a meal in the old quarter.