"Dogs allowed" Restaurants in Slovenia
Marko Pavčnik is one of the most important representatives of Slovenian nouvelle cuisine. The ingredients of his surroundings play the leading role - he gives them a new guise with the latest cooking techniques, but remains clear and focussed in his creations. Very good wine service.
Igor Jagodic learnt his skills from Dieter Müller and René Redzepi at Noma. At Ljubljana Castle, he focusses on seasonal and micro-seasonal ingredients that inspire top performance. The wine list features local, French and Italian bottles.
Andrej Smogavc cooks in a former monastery, which is also home to Slovenia's oldest inn. The talented young chef celebrates contemporary Slovenian cuisine with modern ideas. The service is very attentive and charming, and the wine tips are just right.
Sabina Repovž combines the tradition of six generations with her creative approach to cooking. Many products come from the restaurant's own organic farm with the highest quality standards. Sabine's husband Gregor curates a high-quality wine list and promotes local winemakers.
The unspoilt Savinja Valley attracts anglers, hikers and cyclists in particular - but also connoisseurs who appreciate fine dining thanks to the pretty boutique hotel. The new chef Helena Bizjak Žerovni creates sophisticated regional specialities. The cellar offers 250 wines.
The name says it all. COB stands for "cooking outside the box" and describes Filip Matjaž's extraordinary style. Behind each of his dishes is a story of Istrian cuisine. These are often very simple recipes that are innovatively translated into modern times.
A bistro with a casual flair. The menu offers far more than just trendy dishes. Head chef Gregor Jelnikar gives guests the choice: bistro lunches, gourmet snacks or tasting menus with up to nine courses - everything is possible. The wine list with a focus on natural wines is a perfect match.
The move to the renovated castle has paid off for the Komel family. The setting is atmospheric and the local Karst products such as homemade pršut, salami and cheese are the basis for some fine creations. The service is particularly dedicated and the wine list is excellent.
The restaurant Jaz by Ana Roš is also impressive in every way. The restaurant is young and modern, with dishes that follow the seasons. Everything can be shared - whether traditional dishes or new interpretations. Delicious!
One of Piran's oldest restaurants, which has been transformed into an elegant fine dining restaurant with a combination of glass, gold and black. Kristian Zule translates traditional dishes into modern times, and they are also beautiful to look at. The wine list has some treasures in store.
Exclusive boutique hotel for adults only that looks back on 130 years of history. In a modern glass extension of the renovated Austro-Hungarian villa with park and pool, chef Jože Godec serves refined, visually appealing cuisine made from local produce.
In the beautiful villa with its large garden, you can experience the history of modern Slovenian cuisine based on predominantly local ingredients. The dishes are small works of art, and the interplay of textures and flavours in three- to eight-course tasting menus is enchanting.
Wooden beams, beautiful round arches and a brick wood-fired oven exude nostalgic charm; the number 1905 is written above the door frame. The fourth and fifth - young - generations of the Martinčičič family have taken up this tradition and imaginatively transferred the recipes of yesterday into today.
You often see sporty people in the mountain village, but also connoisseurs. This is because Tomaž Sovdat and his wife Yuki Nakao provide cuisine with high standards. They both learnt their excellent trade at the top restaurant Hiša Franko and now serve dishes such as chamois brains and courgette flowers.
Martin Blejec is a highly committed chef. From the kitchen come dishes that honour tradition but bring interesting new ideas. Sommelier Damir Dautović can choose from 160 well-chosen wine labels. Everything is garnished with a view of Lake Bled.
Head chef Izidor Kržišnik brings plenty of fresh flavours to the old town. Culinary delights are served throughout the day: from breakfast to an affordable lunch to a sophisticated evening menu. Traditional dishes are interpreted in a contemporary way. Friendly service.
Relaxed, modern restaurant in a suburban neighbourhood. Southern cuisine at its best. The risotto with prawns is wonderfully creamy with the necessary bite. Seafood is also always a good choice, only the freshest ingredients are used. Top wine list with 400 labels!
Sitting down at a table at Marina is like arriving home. This is partly due to the friendly staff and partly due to Ivica Evačić-Ivek - a guarantor of upscale Mediterranean cuisine for over 20 years. Some courses are classically good, others more innovative. Good wine service.
There is plenty on offer in Portorož's nightlife district, but Tomaž and Patrizia Bevčič stand out with their dedicated cuisine. The provenance of the products and animal welfare are important to them. They serve authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a fine touch.
Meat lovers will feel right at home here. Stews, burgers, Mangalitza bacon, Bograč and Krainerwurst sausage taste excellent. The steak is matured in-house for weeks. The sweet finale is gibanica, a layer cake. You can buy gourmet meat products in the shop.