Ovce i Vukovi
Ovce i Vukovi (Sheep and Wolves) is Split's rock bar, sitting at Bacvicka 3 near the beach but operating in a completely different register from the surrounding cocktail terraces and electronic music clubs. The interior is dark, decorated with band posters, stickers, and rock memorabilia that's accumulated organically rather than been designed. A small stage hosts live bands on scheduled nights, with local rock, punk, and blues acts forming the regular lineup. The craft beer selection is one of the better ones in the Bacvice area, with Croatian microbreweries and imported options available on tap. The crowd is local, loyal, and identifiable by their band t-shirts and general disinterest in what the beach clubs are doing. The bartenders are friendly, opinionated about music, and quick to pour. Capacity is around 100, and the room feels full and alive at half that number.
What to Expect
A gritty rock bar with live music, good beer, and a crowd that's proudly off the tourist track. The atmosphere is the opposite of the polished beach bars nearby. If you like dive bars with character and locals who actually want to talk, this is the spot.
Gritty, warm, and authentically local. The kind of bar where the bartender remembers your name by your second visit.
Live rock, punk, blues, and alternative. Background playlist of classic and indie rock between sets.
Whatever you want. Band t-shirts and jeans are the unofficial uniform.
Rock music fans, craft beer drinkers, anyone who wants to meet locals rather than tourists, solo travelers looking for conversation.
Cash preferred, cards accepted
Price Range
Beer EUR 4-6, craft beer EUR 5-7, shots EUR 3-5, cocktails EUR 7-10
Beer ~$4-7, craft beer ~$5-8, cocktails ~$8-11
Hours
Daily from 6 PM to 2 AM. Live music nights typically start at 9:30 PM.
Insider Tip
Check their social media for the live music schedule. The craft beer selection rotates; ask what's new. If the bar feels quiet early in the evening, wait. It fills up after 10 PM when the regulars arrive.
Full Review
Ovce i Vukovi exists as Bacvice's counterpoint. While the beach clubs and cocktail bars chase the tourist dollar with polished surfaces and familiar DJ sets, this rock bar serves its local crowd with live music, good beer, and an atmosphere that doesn't care about your Instagram.
The interior tells its own story. Band posters layer the walls, some fresh and some faded from years of exposure to cigarette smoke (the outdoor area handles the smoking now). The bar is simple and functional. The stage is small but adequate for the three-to-four-piece bands that play regularly. The sound is raw in a way that suits the music; this isn't a venue for pristine acoustics, it's a venue for energy.
The craft beer selection gives Ovce i Vukovi a practical edge over cheaper bars that stock only macro lagers. Croatian craft beers from Zmajska, Garden, and smaller producers rotate through the taps. The bartenders know their stock and can recommend based on preference. The prices are the most reasonable in the Bacvice area, with craft pints at EUR 5-7 significantly undercutting the beach bar markup.
Live music nights are the highlight. Local bands play rock, punk, and blues to a room that pays attention. The audience is small enough that the interaction between musicians and crowd feels personal. On off-nights, the jukebox or playlist fills the gap with a rock-heavy selection that matches the decor.
The crowd is the real draw. Split locals who drink here are generally friendly, opinionated, and happy to talk to visitors who walk in without pretense. Solo travelers who find the beach club scene impersonal will feel more welcome here.
The limitation is scope. This is a small rock bar, not a full nightlife experience. It's best as one stop in an evening, either before heading to the bigger venues or as an alternative to them entirely.
The Neighborhood
Near Bacvice Beach but positioned as the area's alternative option. Central Club and the beach bars are within a 5-minute walk if you want to switch gears. The old town is 10 minutes west on foot.
Getting There
On Bacvicka street near Bacvice Beach, a 10-minute walk from Diocletian's Palace along the waterfront.
Address
Bacvicka 3, 21000 Split
Other Venues in Bacvice
Central Club
Split's biggest nightclub positioned near Bacvice Beach. Two rooms run different music programs with the main floor pushing commercial house and chart remixes. International DJ bookings on summer weekends draw crowds exceeding 1,500. The outdoor area connects to the beach promenade.
Zenta Beach Bar
Open-air beach bar on the Bacvice promenade with lounge seating, cocktails, and DJ sets that build from afternoon chill-out into evening dance music. The sunset views over the harbor make this a natural starting point for a Bacvice night.
Tropic Club
Summer-only open-air club near Bacvice with a tropical bar theme and dance floor under the stars. Music ranges from deep house to mainstream hits depending on the night. Popular with the international backpacker crowd staying at nearby hostels.
Vanilla Club
Upscale cocktail bar and lounge near Bacvice Beach with a polished interior and waterfront terrace. The drink menu emphasizes craft cocktails and premium spirits. Attracts a slightly older, better-dressed crowd than the neighboring beach bars.