Nishta

Nishta is a vegetarian and vegan restaurant at Gajeva ulica 2, in Zagreb's Lower Town. It has a health-food theme with international influences and serves daily changing dishes, which makes it one of the more established plant-based options in the city centre. The dishes named for the venue are a daily vegan menu and curries, so the cuisine draws on Indian and wider Asian ideas as well as Mediterranean and Croatian ingredients. The changing daily menu means the exact plates vary, and visitors should expect a short list rather than an extensive a la carte selection. For vegetarians and vegans travelling in Croatia, where traditional cooking centres on meat, Nishta offers a reliable choice that does not require compromise, and it is also suitable for meat-eaters seeking a lighter meal. The room is informal, calm and bright, with a mood closer to a cafe than a formal restaurant, and noise levels are low to moderate. Dress is casual. Typical spending is EUR 10-18 per person (roughly USD 12-21), which is inexpensive. Hours are listed as Monday to Saturday from 12 PM to 9 PM, with no service on Sundays, which is important for planning. The restaurant operates on a walk-in basis and does not usually need reservations, though large groups may prefer to call ahead. Gajeva is a short walk from Ban Jelacic Square and the Lower Town parks, so it fits well into a day of sightseeing in the centre. For visitors comparing plant-based options in Zagreb, Nishta sits alongside Zrno Bio Bistro, which emphasises organic produce, and Vegehop, which offers vegan burgers and soups.