Santa Maria

A short detour from Rab’s main square, the Santa Maria is set in a stately mansion dating back to the early 1800s. Diners tuck into thick steaks and grilled seafood surrounded by historic stone walls, some having reserved tables facing out to sea and Rab harbour. The location, atmosphere and quality of fare make Santa Maria a notch pricier than elsewhere around Rab’s Old Town, but it’s a memorable meal on an island where gastronomy isn’t always a high point.