Quick Facts for Tourists
Food Delivery Apps in Croatia
Croatia has 3 main food delivery apps. Wolt is the dominant player, especially in Zagreb, while Glovo and Bolt Food provide additional coverage and competition.
Grocery Delivery in Croatia
Need groceries delivered to your accommodation? Croatia has several options for getting fresh food and essentials brought right to your door.
- Konzum Online — Croatia's largest supermarket chain offers online ordering and delivery. Best selection and availability in Zagreb. May require some Croatian language navigation.
- Wolt Market — Convenience store items and grocery basics delivered through the Wolt app. Great for tourists since it uses the same English-friendly interface you already have set up.
- Glovo Grocery — Glovo partners with local stores to offer grocery delivery. Browse and order from nearby supermarkets and specialty shops.
Tourist Reality Check
Croatia is a top tourist destination and food delivery works well for visitors. Wolt dominates the market and is the easiest option for tourists. Zagreb has full delivery coverage with hundreds of restaurants. Split and Dubrovnik have growing coverage that expands significantly during the summer tourist season.
Coastal tourist cities are well-served in summer. Croatian cuisine is Mediterranean-influenced with amazing seafood. Ordering seafood delivery on the coast is an excellent experience. Many restaurants that serve tourists in-person also partner with Wolt and Glovo for delivery. Cash on delivery also works if your card has issues.
Smaller islands and rural areas have limited coverage. Delivery apps work best in Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik, Rijeka, and Zadar. If you're staying in a small coastal village or on one of the smaller islands, you may not have delivery access. Download Wolt before you arrive and check coverage for your specific location.
Tipping Delivery Drivers in Croatia
Tipping delivery drivers in Croatia is common but not required. Small tips are appreciated and are the cultural norm.
- Standard tip: 10-20 HRK (1-3 EUR) is a typical tip for delivery drivers
- Not mandatory: Unlike the US, tips are not expected or required in Croatia
- In-app tipping: Wolt supports in-app tipping, making it easy to tip without cash
- Round up: Many people simply round up to the nearest convenient amount
Hotel & Accommodation Delivery
Getting food delivered to your accommodation in Croatia is straightforward. Here are some tips to make it smooth.
Hotels and Airbnbs both work well for delivery. Most hotels in Zagreb have no issue with food delivery — just meet the driver in the lobby. For coastal apartments and Airbnbs, share detailed location details and any gate codes. Drivers in tourist areas are accustomed to delivering to vacation rentals. Add a landmark or the apartment name in the delivery notes for best results.
Croatia Download Pack
Download these apps before you land in Croatia so you're ready to order the moment you arrive.
Essential Downloads:
- Wolt — Your primary app. Works everywhere, English support, foreign cards accepted.
- Glovo — Great backup with grocery delivery included.
- Bolt Food — Growing network, especially in Zagreb.