The best restaurants Northwest

This secluded restaurant is a hidden gem. The summer terrace is a green setting with a romantic ambiance accentuated by the view of the plains and the crackling of the traditional stone grill. Tabor offers sea food in the heart of the mountains. With white tablecloths and service of circumstance, you can enjoy scallops, shellfish mixes a la buzara, marbled prawns a la plancha or the catch of the day in a salt crust. The freshness and the mastery of the products are indisputable. Highly recommended.

Star chef Uroš Štefelin and his team run the Linhart House in the small medieval town of Radovljica. Not only does he offer gourmet meals, gourmet breakfasts and bistro-style lunches, but he also runs his own cooking school where even children can come and discover their passion for this art! The nationally recognized chef transforms heritage dishes into dishes of the new Slovenian cuisine. A unique experience that justifies putting your hand in your wallet.

This hostel is located in the Stara Loka area, in the north-western part of the medieval town, about 500 metres from the city centre. You can enjoy local specialities in a warm and popular atmosphere. Of course, the meat dishes have pride of place and the butcher's cuts are carefully selected. Some correct choices for vegetarians. The rates are very advantageous and allow you to fill your stomach at a lower cost. Friendly welcome and possibility to have lunch on the terrace if the weather permits. Fast service.

Very elegant restaurant located in a beautiful setting. Chic terroir atmosphere! The dishes are carefully prepared with fresh, local products and are largely based on meat and charcuterie, but also some seafood. A piece of advice, keep a little space for the desserts, their flattering aspect will in any case know how to revive your appetite! It must be said that the chief, who gives his name to the place, is particularly inspired. A sweet moment, in the calm, nestled in the hollow of the mountains. Lovely terrace with flowers.

Situated near the bus station along the Kamniska Bistrica, you can enjoy Central European grill specialities, including the famous čevapčiči, a kind of spicy minced beef roll. The young and smiling team will welcome you with sympathy. Generally speaking, the dishes are simple but tasty and particularly hearty. Most of the specialities are cooked in an oil bath, the breadings are homemade. Flat: more industrial fries. Quite reasonable prices.

Located between the castle and the lake, this restaurant offers a beautiful view of the water and the surroundings of Bled. Its name means "restaurant on the castle beach". The menu is well stocked and the service impeccable. As for the dishes, you can try the truffle pasta with minced beef or the salmon filet with sweet potatoes and lime sauce. Don't hesitate to go there at any time of the day to sip one of the many cocktails on the menu, it's the ideal break to stroll around and observe the shades of light on the lake.

Popular atmosphere of the most pleasant where tourists mingle with the workers during the lunch break. It must be said that the address is very popular in Bovec and its surroundings and it can sometimes be difficult to find a table available on busy days. On the plate are simple, well-prepared dishes - burgers, fish and grilled meats. The portions are really copious, bordering on the reasonable, especially if the afternoon is to be productive. Special mention should be made of the mushroom soup, which is of a rare intensity.

4 km south-east of Škofja Loka, in the town of Pungert, you can find the best pizzas in the region. The ingredients are of high quality and the dough is very tasty. Italian specialities are in the spotlight: eternal pastas, risottos, minestrones, etc. Culinary offer quite extensive with river fish (depending on arrival), soups with seasonal vegetables, burgers with extra tender pieces of beef. You'll understand, it's impossible not to enjoy yourself! All this for very low prices.

This family-run guesthouse with a long tradition, since 1986, welcomes you in a rustic room full of charm. The chef, who is also the proprietor, offers traditional, local cuisine at low prices and with delicious flavors. Our favorites include grilled trout and veal blanquette with buckwheat and baby vegetables. A sommelier will be happy to advise you on the wines. Portions are large, so you won't necessarily need dessert to round off your meal. Attractive summer terrace with panoramic views.

This restaurant stands out by the uniqueness of its offer. Here, the menu is unique and seasonal, you don't choose your dishes from the menu but rather the number of dishes that will satisfy your hunger, up to twelve dishes. You have to know how to abandon yourself to the chef's choices, who competes with creativity and unexpected associations with a hazelnut soup, mint ravioli with goat cheese and celery oil or the intriguing beetroot cake combining beet, mascarpone ice cream, lemon and port. A traditional and cheeky address!

At the entrance to Linhartov Square, this hostel offers a wide variety of Slovenian dishes on its menu. To enjoy food, you have to love meat! The assortment of grilled meats - quite gargantuan - consists of a pork chop, country sausages, raznic (turkey cutlet), pleskavica (a kind of ground steak), accompanied by onions, zucchini, mustard and pepper sauce. To be enjoyed on the pleasant terrace with a view of the Triglav. A good address for the most carnivorous among you!

Original card that reinvents itself every quarter. The chef only uses fresh and seasonal products in his recipes. The offer is quite plentiful and will suit all appetites. The setting is breathtaking with a sumptuous view of the surrounding mountains from the large terrace. It should be said that the establishment is located on a hill overlooking Kranj. Relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. Don't leave without tasting one of the homemade fruit or vegetable juices, you'll miss out!

An address made prestigious in Škofja Loka by the talent of a duo, that of Gašper Čarman, twice named Sommelier of the Year, and the chef in the kitchen, whose expertise was rewarded with a Michelin plate. Danilo offers a "rural gastronomy" experience consisting of old recipes married with new wines. You can try the signature dish loška mešta, carp with smoked cottage cheese or lamb filet with barley risotto and eggplant cream. The house has been run from generation to generation and you can feel the heart of the work.

A craving for Italy in the middle of a Slovenian road trip? Bingo, Špica makes the best Neapolitan pizzas, a light dough with fresh basil, PDO mozzarella, Lisjak olive oil and even truffle cream. There are also other specialities such as the succulent beef tagliata or a nice plate of ribs and French fries. With this? An incredible selection of beers. The owner is none other than Jani Klemenčič, a retired Slovenian Olympic rowing champion, which explains the many deco references inside.

Here the emphasis is on a wide choice of alternatives to meat. The menu is not particularly exhaustive but offers four different types of burgers and three flavours of buns. There are also various tasty soups, fruit and vegetable juice suggestions, homemade hummus and tempting homemade desserts. In short, gourmet notes thanks to quality raw products. Pleasant service and moderate prices.

The Garden Village Hotel restaurant keeps all its promises. The concept is simple but effective: go from the garden to the plate. The dishes all revolve around the vegetables and fruits of the establishment's vegetable garden. The other ingredients come from recognized local farms. The restaurant looks like a greenhouse and faces the large garden with a swimming pool. Roasted pork chops will be popular at low temperatures for several hours with their honey sauce and aromatic herbs. Quality salads. A real treat.

Right next to the train station, this is Nova Gorica's oldest bar, opened back in 1918 as a post office. To this day, Madonca offers freshly prepared dishes with an emphasis on local producers. Meat and mozzarella from the Vipava valley, cheese from Tolmin and seasonal vegetables. The plates are modern and tasty, with a selection of homemade desserts. There's also a small accommodation offering with three healthy, pleasant rooms.

Termika, originally a small restaurant in the Lijak camping park, has made an incredible ascent. Between 2017 and the present day, the menu has shrunk dramatically, leaving room only for the exceptional, the masterful and the local. The plates never cease to delight your eyes and taste buds, with a sense of aesthetics and taste that unleashes admiring comments online. It's the address of choice for a special occasion or simply for the most discerning epicurean. Dessert-making is worthy of a true French patisserie.

Charming hotel with rooms decorated with character that shines through the culinary offerings of its restaurant. Taking advantage of its proximity to Italy and Austria, you'll find inspiration from all three countries on the plate. Dishes on the menu range from simple pastas, risottos and salads to more delicate fish and meat dishes. We highly recommend the Mediterranean-style baked or grilled octopus, which can be served for two, or the vacuum-packed beef cheek accompanied by delicious Slovenian štruklji with fromage frais.

Completely renovated and modernized, this Alpine chalet in the heart of the village offers a number of cosy, comfortable rooms in the same warm atmosphere as its restaurant. Table service is attentive and smiling. The sourdough bread is homemade and the wine list offers local nuggets by the glass. The smaller menu is part of the concept: sharing! Dishes are presented in beautiful modern ceramics in the middle of the table for a moment of exchange. Portions are ideal, so you can taste everything and regret nothing.

Bled Castle is visible from almost anywhere, sharing the limelight with the famous island with its emblematic church. What could be more epic and memorable than enjoying an exceptional meal in this historic setting? And, of course, the food here is as good as it gets. The view is breathtaking, but so is the sequence of flavors on the palate! The seasonal menu is regularly renewed with a small selection, a guarantee of freshness and perfect mastery of each plate. Once in a life time, as they say!

The reputation of the hotel's restaurant continues to soar since chef Jože Godec came here to sharpen his knives. His cuisine is generous, inspired by the region's terroir and its essential ingredients such as cottage cheese, horseradish, buckwheat, pumpkin seed oil... Portions are not minimalist and echo the place's sense of welcome. The atmosphere is intimate, with a selection of Slovenian wines that promise to make your taste buds soar. In summer, it's possible to dine by the river: the perfect romantic setting!

From the outset, entirely devoted to the promotion and presentation of typical Slovenian cuisine, Dvor Jezeršek has claimed the prestigious title of "Taste of Slovenia-Culinary Centre". There are two kitchens on site: the restaurant, which offers carefully crafted, aesthetically pleasing dishes with authentic flavours thanks to local ingredients such as game, trout and fresh cheese from neighbouring farms, and the academy, which trains individuals, professionals and even children, because the passion for good food starts early!

A "Wok'n'Roll" experience awaits you in this new establishment with Thai specialties. The ingredients used and the kitchen staff come straight from Asia. A concise menu allows you to choose your wok base and the meat that will accompany it, as well as a vegetable alternative. The portion is copious, the flavours authentic, in a green and exotic setting. The chicken pad thai will be a very good choice accompanied by a homemade iced tea to finish with a mango dessert. The service is just like the welcome in Thailand: benevolent.

This is the gourmet restaurant of the prestigious Grand Hotel Toplice in Bled. Awards are pouring in for chef Simon Bertoncelj. The Michelin Guide and Gault et Millau have been raving about him for several years now. His cuisine is a fusion of French savoir-faire and local Slovenian ingredients. There's no room for simplicity for this perfectionist chef, who likes to challenge himself and multiply flavors and textures to achieve sophisticated results and astonishing combinations. He's even mastered pastry-making, which is rare!

Although the restaurant doesn't overlook the lake, the picturesque interior is perfect for an intimate meal. Chef Knego makes it a point of honor that his guests leave with full bellies and smiles on their faces. His cuisine is rich, gourmet and beautifully portioned. Even the most dissatisfied diners will find something to their liking among the meat pieces, truffle pasta, creamy risottos and rich salads! The decoration of the plates is of prime importance, with a special touch even for a simple soup.

This Gostilna is famous for using many types of game and seafood in its dishes. It's hard to imagine the splendor of the plates when you enter such a rustic place, filled with traditional furniture and objects dating back to great-great-grandmother. And yet! The recipes of yesteryear, hardly inclined to an elegant aesthetic, are transformed and presented in a sophisticated and appetizing way. But don't be put off by the many hunting trophies on display.

New at the end of 2023, it offers a softly-priced menu that's sure to please everyone! There are well-stocked burgers, including a vegan one for less than €10, as well as gourmet sandwiches with beef, fried onions, mustard and arugula, salads and, above all, pinsa romana , which are lighter and crispier than traditional pizza, topped with quality ingredients. In short, this is an address for the whole family, pleasant for the wallet and boasting a lovely summer terrace. We recommend it!

The Pr' Jožici restaurant is located in Gozd Martuljek, just off the main road to Kranjska Gora. Its culinary tradition dates back to 1932, to Marko's grandmother Jožica, whose portrait adorns the restaurant's walls. The grandson, now in charge of the family business, has preserved the authentic recipes of Alpine cuisine of yesteryear, adding a touch of modernity. Here, they still cook over an open fire, much to the delight of the locals who have been coming here for generations.

The Danica camping tavern is a good choice if you're looking for an experience with traditional flavors. Not only does the setting lend itself to this, with its wooden-framed building and typical Alpine chalet interior decor, but above all, it serves dishes that are uniquely Slovenian, and more specifically from the Gorenjska region. Dishes in sauce are the order of the day, and the famous beef broth is a must, while for dessert, the typical strudel and grmada are the order of the day. A little accordion music is almost missing!

Off the beaten track but just a stone's throw from a shopping district, this green "oasis" offers the best burgers and finger food in Kranj, so you can combine shopping with a relaxing break. It's all about the burger creations, the impressive list of homemade lemonades and iced teas, the quality of the creamy coffees and the perfect setting to enjoy the sunshine. Make sure you have room to try the fried onions or sweet potatoes with barbecue sauce! Parking is easy nearby.

With its Michelin-starred status, Vila Podvin occupies a prime position on the region's culinary scene. It's the place to come for a special occasion or a romantic moment. Experienced waiters, silverware and white tablecloths are the order of the day. Dishes are brought to the table with impeccable presentation and a diverse choice of crockery to sublimate the chef's talent. Each dish is a demonstration of refinement and poetry. You can extend the experience by spending the night in one of the suites.

The most budget-friendly place in the resort, with a simple offering in a decor that's nothing out of the ordinary - and that's the genius of it, when everywhere else the prices are exorbitant. There's a choice of Neapolitan pizzas perfectly executed with fresh produce and airy dough, a few juicy, well-stuffed burgers with a vegan option, salads, a couple of traditional dishes and a mini selection of desserts, all between €10 and €15! As a result, the locals flock here and the place is too popular for a spontaneous visit.

It's the address that locals love most, so much so that it's sometimes difficult to get in without a reservation. The key to its success lies in the astonishing simplicity of its offerings. Since 1991, it has offered pizza dough rolled into cylinders and filled with savory or sweet toppings. The kruhki arrive in a small bowl and are shared with family and friends. They're dipped in a variety of sauces, topped with a salad, and the conviviality continues right through to dessert, if there's room. A treat for young and old alike!

The name Sonet is no accident. In the heart of the town where the famous Slovenian poet France Prešeren was born, it's a small tribute to him, but also a nod to the poetry on our plates. The Hotel Actum's restaurant offers elegant, tasty European cuisine, which has delighted the locals who frequent the place, especially at lunchtime, for its daily specials at reasonable prices. The atmosphere is very rococo, in keeping with the hotel's image, but the quality/price ratio makes it a real bargain for a tasty lunch at a modest price.