The Best of »Falstaff Restaurant Guide Slovenia 2026« in Ljubljana

This beautiful castle is home to a culinary gem. Executive Chef Igor Jagodic masterfully combines French cuisine with modern techniques, using local, seasonal ingredients that bring a rich variety of flavors. The wines are also carefully selected to complement the dining experience.

On the upper floor of the industrial-chic restaurant, tasting menus are served, creatively and innovatively presented by Chef Jakob Pintar, with the focus on the natural flavors of the ingredients. These are paired with rare natural wines. An exciting experience!

The cuisine honors the restaurant’s long history. It draws on local traditions but also incorporates international influences and modern techniques to enrich the dishes. With their contrasting colors and unique flavors, the dishes never fail to surprise.

Anyone familiar with Ana Roš knows that even the more casual version of her top-rated restaurant in Kobarid serves up the very best quality food. The chef calls it “young cuisine.” The dishes are inspired by the seasons and what’s available at the market. Exquisite craftsmanship, with a touch of rock ’n’ roll.

The casually decorated restaurant perfectly captures the vibrancy of life on a plate. Sea bass pâté pairs beautifully with a smoked paprika cream, while the turkey roulade is served with kohlrabi purée, truffles, and a rich porcini mushroom sauce. The desserts are also a delight.

Although this laid-back bistro is located on Alter Platz, it has a distinctly youthful vibe. Chef Izidor Kržišnik does a perfect job of infusing classic dishes with fresh ideas. One example is the risotto with tender veal cheeks, served with a carrot salad with oranges.

Away from the tourist crowds, a stylishly decorated culinary haven awaits on the outskirts of town. Craftsmanship and creativity shine through in every dish, whether it’s pink tuna in a corn crust or fuži with asparagus and crispy pancetta. The desserts are also excellent.

Jorg Zupan is breathing new life into the capital’s dining scene with his bistro: casual, dynamic, and convivial. The interior shines with colorful modernity, and in the summer, the terrace is also a cozy spot. Mediterranean and international flavors are skillfully blended. Well-selected wines.

The Burghof is the setting for its creative cuisine. Whether fish, seafood, or meat—the hallmark is the imaginative reinterpretation of classic Slovenian dishes. One example is the cinnamon cake served with apples poached in beet juice and roasted apple ice cream.

The open show kitchen takes center stage in this minimalist setting. Here, Japanese cuisine at its finest is celebrated, starting with flavorful deep-fried sweet-and-sour eggplant, as well as tempura-style scampi or chicken. The nigiri and sashimi are top-notch, and the sushi variations are very creative.

The boutique hotel features an upscale restaurant. The kitchen places great importance on using organic ingredients, which are transformed into creative dishes. The meal begins with trout tartare on an apricot reduction; the potato cream with truffles and herb crumble is also a standout.

In an old townhouse on the banks of the Ljubljanica River, the cuisine is contemporary. The dishes are simple but often feature surprising flavor combinations. For example, the kitchen serves goat cheese with peaches and figs, followed by ravioli with blood sausage, tarragon sauce, and green apple.

A unique blend of Italian authenticity and cosmopolitan sophistication. Examples include Mediterranean miso soup with seafood, pasta with bottarga, Japanese-style grilled seafood, and tender beef steak. The extensive wine list is also a delight.

The perfect spot for meat lovers. The centerpiece is the charcoal grill, where juicy lamb chops and all kinds of aged fillets are cooked to perfection. The inside stays pink and juicy, while the crust becomes wonderfully crispy. The Mangalitza pork is also excellent, with a fantastic grilled flavor.

A Mediterranean restaurant inspired by Istrian culinary traditions. Signature dishes include Karst pršut and Boškarin beef. But creative touches also shine through time and again, such as in the sea bass fillet with truffles, kakigel, and pine nut chips.

The InterContinental Hotel’s rooftop restaurant offers 180-degree views of the Old Town, while the interior impresses with its modern design. The international cuisine features contemporary seafood dishes, such as red shrimp ceviche with mango sorbet. Afterward, head to the elegant bar.

The place to be for an elegant dinner in the city. The fish and meat dishes are executed to perfection—and, as an added bonus, they’re a feast for the eyes. The pasta and pan-seared scallops with cauliflower cream, caviar, and a buttery cognac sauce are simply heavenly. The wine pairings are also top-notch.

The future top chefs and waitstaff earn their stripes here at the tourism and culinary school. They gain hands-on experience in a realistic learning environment. The menus are certainly of more than respectable quality, and the wine list is also worth checking out.

This modern bistro focuses entirely on plant-based cuisine that incorporates the principles of Ayurveda. Some ingredients are even grown in the restaurant’s own garden. Indian and Japanese influences also make frequent appearances. The dishes are arranged in a very aesthetically pleasing way.

A charming restaurant. Using seasonal, regional ingredients, they create dishes with a twist that span a wide range of international cuisines. The homemade pasta is delicious with asparagus or game ragout, and the tuna steak on a bed of spinach is a real treat. Vegetarians will also find plenty to enjoy.