Best Slovenian Restaurant
Though Slovenia may be small in size it sure does pack a gastronomic punch when it comes to its cuisine. Nestled between four other countries, it’s no surprise that influences from the Balkans, Hungary, Austria and Italy have tip-toed over the borders and combined with regional dishes to become warmly accepted as traditional Slovenian food. No visit to Slovenia would be complete without a meal (or two) in a traditional, rustic gostilna. These wonderful, mostly family-owned, inns, serve up some of the best food around, you’ll find old recipes with a new, modern twist, and family favourites that have been handed down through generations sitting comfortably together on their menus.
Whichever one you choose to visit, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome and a memorable dining experience, but which one would you like to see crowned the winner in this category for 2024?
Gostilna Mihovec
Only a short drive from Ljubljana, this family-run restaurant with more than a century and a half of tradition offers an unbeatable combination of excellent modern Slovene cuisine and genuine rural hospitality. Most of the ingredients are not only organic and locally-sourced, but come from the family's own farm or from their neighbours, a fact which led to Mihovec being one of the original members recognised under the Gostilna Slovenia brand. Read more...
Ošterija Pr'Noni
As part of the Luka Gourmet franchise you know you’re in safe hands and can expect quality food every day of the week. Specialising in Mediterranean and Slovenian cuisine you can enjoy daily snacks and lunches as well as A’la Carte menus in comfortable surroundings that make you feel a million miles from the city, but in actual fact you’re just a short drive away. Read more...
Hiša Pod Gradom
Located at the foot of the castle in the heart of Ljubljana you couldn’t wish for a more authentic dining experience than at Hiša pod Gradom. This wonderful restaurant has been welcoming guests for many years and serving some of the finest traditional Slovenian dishes including Carniolan sausage and štruklji, to name just a few. Their menu also offers numerous other meat, fish and poultry dishes. Read more...
Altroké
Altrokè’s menu is one of Mediterranean influence with a twist of Istria. Their wonderful dishes are perfectly paired with wines from their own vineyard which is located near to the Italian border. The Čok family farm also produces olive oil, vinegar, spirits and liqueurs. Altrokè first opened its doors in Ljubljana’s old town in 2015, and since then its reputation for top quality food and service has established the restaurant as one of the city’s most popular dining spots. Read more...
Vodnikov hram
Dating back to the 19th century, Vodnikov Hram is one of the oldest restaurants in Ljubljana and named after Valentin Vodnik, the first renowned Slovenian poet and journalist. Here you can taste the flavours of original recipes from the very first Slovenian cook book, which was also written by Vodnik. The seasonal menu offers international cuisine and a selection of lighter bites made with fresh local ingredients. It's found in a charming old building at the foot of the funicular and dining under its vaulted brick ceilings is a lovely experience. Read more...
Gostilnica pri Škofu
Hidden down a small side street in Krakovo, Pri Škofu is a long-time favourite of local university students who like to enjoy a proper homecooked meal from time to time. The €8 lunch specials come in large portions and are a great town, with most herbs and vegetables coming from neighbourhood gardens or the countryside just outside Ljubljana. It's also possible to order à la carte, and an English-speaking waitress will gladly inform you of what seasonable specialties are available. Read more...
Druga Violina
Druga violina specialises in good locally grown produce, a simple short menu of Slovene classics and a top location in the city's old town, but there's a twist in the tale with the 'other violin' (as the English translation of the name goes). It's actually a project for people with disabilities, who produce much of the food on a farmland near Ljubljana and also work as waiting staff in the restaurant itself. Read more...
Gostilna Kovač
Well out of town near the Tomačevo roundabout, Gostilna Kovač has been serving up Slovenian cuisine with traditional kindness since 1840. There's plenty of emphasis on meat and fish. Inside, antiques and wooden beams create a rustic atmosphere, while there's a lovely porch and terrace for al fresco dining. Very popular with wheeling and dealing business types. Read more...
Meet Meat (Kodila gourmet)
Located in the Plečnik's Arcades by the Central Market, this popular dining spot definitely deserves a visit next time you’re in town. Everything they serve is as tasty as it is eye-catching and perfect for any meal of the day. Kodila pride themselves on serving a wide range of goods that come from their ‘ham factory’ over in Murska Sobota, where they lovingly prepare prosciutto and dried hams. Read more...
Pri Žabarju
Step into culinary bliss at Pri Žabarju. This traditional gostilna is a symphony of taste, where every dish is a crescendo of flavours. From sizzling steaks to enchanting seafood, their menu is a gastronomic sonnet. The ambiance is warm and charming, and difficult to leave! Pri Žabarju isn't just a restaurant; it's a flavourful journey, where each bite tells a delicious tale. Read more…
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