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12 Where to stayRestaurants13Pansion ComfortPansion Fitea H-3, Srijemska 27, tel. (+385-31) 50 8508/(+385-) 098 30 93 65, 098 185 35 21, fax (+385-31) 50 75 78, fitea@fitea.hr, www.fitea.hr. “Pansions”are small hotels with a homely feel, Gilmore Girls style. This isfamily run, newly built, located near the Gradski vrt Stadium,and about 1.5 km from the old center Tvrđa. It consists ofrooms that are modernly designed with free wireless internetconnection. There’s a restaurant and bar on the groundfloor, guests can choose from bed and breakfast, full or halfboard. Prices are per person. Q12 rooms (4 singles 278kn, 4doubles 456kn, 4 triples 534kn). PALBKW hhhPansionPansion Regina E-2, Županijska 6, tel. (+385-31) 2022 03/(+385-) 098 969 95 90, fax (+385-31) 20 2030, regina.osijek@gmail.com, www.reginaosijek.hr.This may sound unconventional as this B&B is positionedinside the backyard of a peaceful family house, but don’t letthat deter you as staying here is definitely worthwhile. Awayfrom the noise yet in the city center, each room carries thename of a flower and the modern interior has been designedwith taste and care. Begin each new day with a fine buffetbreakfast which will make you feel at home, and will ensurefor a pleasant and unforgettable stay. Q3 rooms (3 singles360kn, 3 doubles 500kn). PJALGW hhhPansion Waldinger E-2, Županijska 8, tel. (+385-31)25 04 50, fax (+385-31) 25 04 53, info@waldinger.hr, www.waldinger.hr. Intended to cater to the needsof businesspeople, Pansion Waldinger is a charming,modern accommodation located directly behind the HotelWaldinger. All rooms are equipped with telephone andinternet connection for those who need to stay in touchand room service is available from 07:00 to 23:00. All thataside, the true amenity is the location. Stone walls create apeaceful,green garden right in the centre of the city that lendsa comfortable, out-in-the-country vibe to all of the rooms. Q7rooms (1 singles €41, 5 doubles €61, 1 apartments €82).PARUFLGBKDW hhhPrivate accommodationMaksimilian F-2, Franjevačka 12, tel. (+385-31) 49 7567/(+385-) 091 252 38 34, info@maksimilian.hr, www.maksimilian.hr. Get comfy in the heart of the Baroque citycenter, this hotel has maintained that rustic historical feelwhilst offering full comfort accommodation in the roomswith private bathrooms and TV in each. In case you’re justpassing by as part of your cycling route, there is also a roomfor keeping bicycles plus free internet connection in the jointhalls. Q8 rooms (2 singles €28 - 39, 4 doubles €43 - 54, 1triples €65, 1 Family Room €76). PAGW hhhPrenočište Helena E-3, Vinkovačka 2, tel. (+385-) 091461 90 47/(+385-) 091 461 90 44, ivana@prehrana.net, www.prehrana.net. Pleasant and simple! A great littlegetaway which is in town and has affordable prices with eitherprivate or shared bathrooms as part of the accommodationpackages. In addition, the motel includes the PrehranaRestaurant where they serve breakfast. Prices are per person.Q40 rooms (2 singles 107 - 157kn, 30 doubles 107 - 150kn,8 triples 107 - 150kn). AULKWRitam C-2, Kozjačka 76, tel. (+385-31) 31 03 10/(+385-) 091 782 54 24, fax (+385-31) 31 03 12, hotelritam@hotel-ritam.hr,www.hotel-ritam.hr. Located in aresidential neighborhood near the Hippodrome, the HotelRitam has an advanced aerobics studio and table tennisand you can cool down after in the coffee bar. Spacious,simple rooms have single beds and satellite TV. Breakfastis served in the dining room. Q9 rooms (1 singles 291 -359kn, 6 doubles 392 - 487kn, 3 triples 490 - 549kn).PTAFLXW hhhSmještaj Osijek D-2, Adolfa Waldingera 12, tel. (+385-)091 300 70 70, fax (+385-31) 36 90 19, info@smjestajosijek.com,www.smjestaj-osijek.com. Located in the citycentre surrounding the Ante Starčević Square, this is part ofan old building in the Secessionist style where the interioris modern and has a minimalistic edge. Its simplicity andcombination of warm colors doesn’t leave you indifferent,in-fact it’s rather inviting actually. Q3 rooms (2 singles300kn, 2 doubles 500kn, 1 Family Room 750 - 950kn).PJA6XW hhhhVilla Sveti Rok D-2, Svetog Roka 13, tel. (+385-31)31 04 90, fax (+385-31) 31 04 99, villa.sveti.rok@os.tcom.hr.Hospitality is the keyword at this cozy guesthouse,lovingly decorated with your comfort in mind each step ofthe way. There are seven rooms in all, just enough to ensurethe proprietors have the right amount of time to make youfeel right at home. Each room has a hydro-massage bath toprepare you for an excellent night’s sleep on a real woodenbed, complete with a comfy mattress that could tame eventhe most frightful insomniac. When you’re up and readyto get back to business, the wireless internet connectioncomes in handy, as well as a power breakfast in the tastefullydecorated bistro. Q7 rooms (5 doubles €99, 1 triples €118,1 apartments €139). PA6LDW hhhhHostelTufna F-2, Franje Kuhača 10/I, tel. (+385-31) 21 5020/(+385-) 098 55 34 44, fax (+385-31) 21 50 21,intuit@os.t-com.hr, www.tufna.hr. Backpackers andthose who wish to mingle with the locals will find this isa great place to stay. Get a sense of history as it’s thefirst hostel located in the historical, Baroque center ofOsijek called Tvrđa and it sits above the club of the samename. The hostel is a mere 15minute walk from the citycenter, close to Osijek’s main museums and right in theheart of the jolly night life and entertainment. Hook upwith friends worldwide as they’ve recently installed a freeinternet connection. Q 28 dorm beds, 107kn per person.PAR6GWSymbol keyP Air conditioningE Live musicT Child friendlyG Non-smoking areasO CasinoR InternetA Credit cards acceptedS Take awayU Facilities for the disabledL Guarded parking6 Animal friendlyTraditionalAlas F-3, Reisnerova 12a, tel. (+385-31) 21 30 32.Alas is local dialect for fisherman, and this friendly littlerestaurant on a residential street corner is the place to trylocal freshwater fish dishes. Speciality of the house is perkeltod soma (a deliciously spicy paprika casserole with hugechunks of scaly catfish floating around in it), usually servedwith home-made noodles smothered in cheesy sauce. Justin case you get carried away, bright orange bibs are providedto prevent you from dribbling it all down your chest. QOpen11:00 - 23:00, Sun 11:00 - 16:00. (50 - 90kn). PALBGradski podrum E-2, Županijska 8 (Hotel Waldinger),tel. (+385-31) 21 20 79, www.waldinger.hr. A truesurprise in the heart of town. This national restaurant issituated in a cellar; it’s located at the rear of the WaldingerHotel and dishes up traditional Croatian cuisine. Red bricks,wooden beams, an interior that displays attention to detailalong with hospitable staff make for a warm atmosphere forwining and dining. Q September - June Open 11:00 - 23:00.Closed Sun. (25 - 85kn). PAGKaraka F-3, Kneza Trpimira 16, tel. (+385-31) 20 3400, www.kubo.hr. Owned by the same people as PastaPizza Bar El Paso, Karaka offers charcoal-grilled variations onCroatian cuisine, such as chicken legs stuffed with cheese andham, in traditionally large portions. The restaurant is brightand airy, with an ample terrace heated with gas heaters inthe winter. They offer a kids’ menu and a breakfast menu, too,if you’re tired of the meat-and-cheese platter at your hotel.QOpen 08:00 - 24:00. (30 - 60kn). PALGBXKod Javora H-2, Donjodravska obala 14, tel. (+385-31) 50 69 50. Nestled right on the Drava River, this fishrestaurant is a bit off the beaten path but the protectedterrace, which allows for outdoor seating year round, andthe quality menu both make it worth the trip. The stars ofthe menu are fish specialities like fish paprikas and riverfish, but there are some standout meat dishes that warranta try also. Your meal will just beg to be complemented by aCroatian wine from the solid wine list. QOpen 11:00 - 22:00.(35 - 75kn). PALGBXKod Ruže F-2, Kuhačeva 25a, Tvrđa, tel. (+385-31) 2060 66. According to old records, Benedikt Muller bought“the house at Ruža’s” in the Tvrđa for 900 forint in 1758. KodRuže is owned by the same family as the pizza restaurantStrossmayer, and they’ve stocked it full of character: oldphotographs and knicknacks, heavy wood tables, and amenu full of Slavonian favorites. QOpen 10:00 - 23:00, Sun10:00 - 16:00. (55 - 135kn). PTAGBKompa D-1, Splavarska 1, tel. (+385-31) 37 57 55/(+385-) 091 501 15 96, www.restorankompa.hr. Locatedalong the right-hand side of the Drava River bank, this eateryhas kept its long tradition going since 1971 and is deemeda gem for family gatherings. The menu comprises of a widespectrum of gastronomic meals, especially the cookedsmoked pork shank served with cooked salty potatoes, sourcabbage or baked beans. QOpen 09:00 - 22:00. ClosedSunday during the winter. Closed August 1 - 16. (30 - 75kn).GBXSlavonska kuća F-2, Kamila Firingera 26a, Tvrđa,tel. (+385-31) 36 99 55. This is where you get your fullSlavonian experience. Don’t be surprised if someone at thenext table asks the waiter to turn up the tamburica musicand then sings along. Freshwater fish are prominent on themenu and mounted on the wall, but you’ll also find plenty ofother traditional dishes perfect after a long day plowing thefields or hiking across them: venison with onions and paprika,čobanac, švargl (pig’s head meat, skin, ears, tongue, heart,boiled in a stomach and pressed into sausage - yum). Butdon’t expect pizza. QOpen 09:00 - 23:00. Closed Sun. JulyOpen 11:00 - 22:00. Closed Sun. Closed August 1 - 15. (35 -65kn). PAGBXInternationalBijelo plavi F-3, Martina Divalta 8, tel. (+385-31) 5710 00. If you ask a local for a dining-out recommendation,you’re likely to hear about this place. Bijelo-plavi is Croatianfor “blue-white,” a nod to the colors of FC Osijek, whose homegames are played just a short walk from the restaurant.Homemade bread is whipped-up fresh everyday and there’sa menu full of international and Croatian specialities. QOpen10:00 - 23:00. (20 - 80kn). PALBGalija D/E-2, Gornjodravska obala bb (on the river-boat),tel. (+385-31) 28 35 00, galija@kubo.hr, www.galija.kubo.hr. The restaurant’s motto is “A view that has noprice.” But you have to search a little to find the restaurantitself, up-river from the Zimska Luka, past the derelict building,on the boat moored on the river. While stuffing yourself onthe grill offerings and enjoying tasty risottos, you can watchthe people jogging on the promenade across the river.QOpen 09:00 - 23:00, Fri, Sat 09:00 - 24:00. (35 - 145kn).PTAGBLumiere E-2, Šetalište kardinala Franje Šepera 8,tel. (+385-31) 20 10 88, lumiere@os.t-com.hr, www.lumiere.hr. Located at the lower level of the Urania Cinemawith a pleasant interior and two big screens showing scenesfrom old black and white movies. It is well set with a menuthat is regularly changed which is refreshing, and yet it catersto just about every eater’s desires from pasta, meats andveggies to succulent sweets. Friendly staff and great prices!QOpen 10:00 - 23:00. (30 - 80kn). PAGBXWMađarska retfala C-1, Šandora Petefija 22, tel.(+385-31) 30 22 43. A visit to this restaurant shouldn’tbe accompanied by expectations about trappings likeclassiness or refinement, but you can look forward to somereasonably-priced Hungarian specialities, such as iš-fišpaprikaš. Yes, you read that right: iš-fiš paprikaš. It’s astew made in the same way as locally famous fish paprikaswith rooster substituted for fish. Try it with a side of therestaurant’s homemade pasta. Q Open 09:00 - 22:00, Fri,Sat 08:00 - 22:00. Closed Sun. Closed July 15 - August 15.(25 - 60kn). PALGMali podrum D-2, Dubrovačka 13, tel. (+385-31) 36 7048/(+385-) 091 151 57 19, www.festetics.hr. A smallrestaurant in the city centre with an intimate and homelyatmosphere reminiscent of the classic Austro-Hungarianstyle! The interior is dominated with brick and wood workwhich is enriched by different metallic details and objects;and what gives the restaurant its unique look is its woodenfireplace. The menu includes meat and fish dishes and thehouse specialties include tuna and beef steak. Q Open11:00 - 22:00, Mon 11:00 - 16:00, Fri, Sat 11:00 - 24:00,Sun 11:00 - 18:00. (25 - 220kn). PAGMüller F-2, Trg J.Križanića 9, tel. (+385-31) 20 47 70,restoran@muller.hr, www.muller.hr. Handily situated onthe Tvrđa sightseeing route, Müller will sort you out with prettyOsijek In Your Pocketosijek.inyourpocket.comosijek.inyourpocket.com2011 / 2012