It can get extremely expensive to travel in Europe. Dubrovnik’s increasing popularity as a tourist destination has translated to rising costs. Everything from hotels to shopping has become expensive. Food is no exception. There are dozens of fine dining restaurants and rooftop bars in Dubrovnik but they’re quite expensive. A meal at any of these places can set you back by a lot of money. However, there is no need to despair. The city has an alternative culinary scene as well—there are many cheap eats in Dubrovnik. You just need to know where to look. There are lots of pocket-friendly restaurants that serve scrumptious food at affordable prices. There are lots of burgers, pizzas, kebabs and pastas available. But that’s not all. It is also possible to get fresh seafood, healthy salads, smoothies and juices on a budget. Here are some of our favourite cheap eats in Dubrovnik—expect hidden island restaurants, retro American Diners, cocktail hubs, shacks known only to locals, and takeaways that serve only the freshest meals.