The best restaurants Maribor

A smart, local address just the way we like it. This little wooden shack gives locals the chance to enjoy tasty, comforting lunch dishes from their grandmothers, without having to cook for hours at home. Here's a comprehensive takeaway list of some 100% Slovenian local dishes, plus a few homemade sweets. Ideal for travelers on a tight schedule looking for an authentic experience rather than a sandwich. It's not unusual for stock to run out before closing time.

Contemporary restaurant with a wood and glass façade reminiscent of Scandinavian Hygge design. The cuisine here is the result of chef Gregor Vračko's stays in gourmet restaurants around the world, coloring his plates with local herbs and ingredients. The table setting is exceptional, blending innovation and tradition. A former village restaurant has become one of Slovenia's most modern rural gourmet restaurants. To extend the experience, six guest rooms are available from €130 per night.

A little out of the way, behind the train station district, this Japanese restaurant is, in all modesty, the best in the region. Admittedly, they don't have a storefront, but locals order takeaway or delivery to enjoy the nigiri and maki freshly prepared by the sushi master. On the premises: minimalist Japanese decor and an uncluttered menu in English, Slovenian and Japanese. Dishes are accompanied by traditional green tea served in a cast-iron teapot. The quality/price ratio is very satisfactory, and the service is adorable!

Located on the Pohorje mountain range, this tourist farm promises an authentic culinary experience, as its own organic products are served through traditional Slovenian dishes. The immersive setting with nature and the farm allow you to combine tasting with rejuvenation. You can also buy the products in an elegant recycled packaging as souvenirs for your loved ones. For a digestive walk, enjoy the Framski slap waterfalls located 10 km away. Remember to reserve your table before your visit.

Just around the corner from the main square, you'll find this cozy little Asian bistro. It serves 100% Vietnamese cuisine, tasty and well-proportioned. Prices are very reasonable, and the staff are friendly. The spring rolls with their homemade peanut sauce are perfect for a quick bite in summer, while the woks and phô will warm you up in winter. We appreciate the vegan options and the possibility for solo travelers to sit at tables facing the pedestrian street to enjoy the city atmosphere.

Awarded the Michelin Guide every year, it is the only application restaurant in the country. Students apply their skills in the dining room and in the kitchen, resulting in creative, well-crafted dishes and impeccable service. The ambience is worthy of a top restaurant, while the price of daily specials is extremely affordable - a chance to be pampered even on a small budget. You'll leave satisfied and amazed by the talent and effort lavished on you by these budding young chefs. A must for your stay in Maribor.

To get the day off to a good start, there's nothing like a colorful breakfast and a green atmosphere, thanks to a partnership with the local florist. Alexander Bistro offers cold-pressed juices and fresh smoothies to accompany your healthy or gourmet brunches. During the day, you can devour burgers on the terrace or opt for an ultra-fresh poke bowl with homemade iced tea. Ideal for an impromptu snack, with sweet potato fries, churros or a slice of cake from the selection of the moment.

On Maribor's main square, this small bistro with a pleasant terrace offers everything you need for a quality breakfast and brunch. Granola bowls, pancakes, eggs Benedict and avocado toast - there's something for everyone, but the main attraction is the creamy coffees, enhanced by a latte artist. At lunchtime, you can sit down to a dish of the day that changes with the seasons, or simply enjoy a sunny afternoon sipping a cocktail and a sweet treat.