Contemporary dining
with a Mediterranean soul
ORTO Restaurant is a place for guests who appreciate elegant surroundings, carefully prepared dishes, and warm, attentive service. Our kitchen focuses on quality ingredients, balanced flavours, and a menu designed for both relaxed lunches and memorable evenings.
Whether you join us for a casual meal, a special occasion, or a glass of wine with selected bites, ORTO offers a refined setting shaped by contemporary style and Mediterranean character.
Seasonal approach
Welcoming atmosphere
Signature Dishes
Sharing Platter
Istrian prosciutto, cheese and olives
Pizza
Baked to order, thin and crisp
Burger
Hand-cut fries on the side
From the Grill
Grilled meat specialities
Istrian Prosciutto
A local classic, thinly sliced
Adriatic Scampi
Fresh from the Adriatic
Experience ORTO
A calm and elegant setting, carefully chosen details, and a dining experience shaped for relaxed lunches, evening gatherings, and special occasions.
Main Dining Area
Comfort, atmosphere and elegant details
Terrace Setting
An inviting space for outdoor dining
Special Gatherings
A stylish setting for private occasions
A restaurant and pizzeria
between Poreč and Novigrad
ORTO is in Lanterna, part of Tar on the western coast of Istria. It is an easy drive from the whole Poreč–Novigrad stretch, and a short hop from the campsites, resorts and apartments along the Lanterna peninsula.
Poreč
12 km
about 16 minutes by car
Tar
1.4 km
about 4 minutes by car
Novigrad
8.5 km
about 14 minutes by car
Free parking in front of the restaurant. Distances are by road from Lanterna 22.
Location & Contact
Location
Lanterna 22
52465 Tar, Croatia
Phone
Directions
Opening Hours
Every day, 12:00 - 23:00
Please call us for current availability
Frequently asked questions
Where exactly is ORTO Restaurant?
ORTO is at Lanterna 22, 52465 Tar, on the western coast of Istria — roughly midway between Poreč and Novigrad, and a few minutes from the centre of Tar.
How far is ORTO from Poreč?
About 12 km by road, which is roughly 16 minutes by car from the centre of Poreč.
How far is ORTO from Novigrad?
About 8.5 km by road, or roughly 14 minutes by car from Novigrad.
Are you a pizzeria as well as a restaurant?
Yes. Alongside the à la carte kitchen we bake more than twenty pizzas, each available in two sizes, with a long list of extra toppings.
What are your opening hours?
We are open every day from 12:00 to 23:00.
Is there a terrace?
Yes — there is an outdoor terrace alongside the indoor dining room, so you can eat outside in good weather.
Do you have anything for children?
Yes, there is a dedicated children's section on the menu, plus pizza and side dishes that work well for younger guests.