Slovenia Earns 9 Michelin Stars This Year: Hiša Franko Retains Three Stars, Milka Receives Two; A New Green Star for Hotel Plesnik; Three New Special Awards Introduced
Published:
12.6.2025
Slovenia Earns 9 Michelin Stars This Year: Hiša Franko Retains Three Stars, Milka Receives Two; A New Green Star for Hotel Plesnik; Three New Special Awards Introduced
Slovenian gastronomy has once again achieved exceptional international success. The prestigious Michelin Guide, the most influential brand in the culinary world, has for the sixth consecutive year highlighted the best Slovenian restaurants, reaffirming the outstanding quality, sustainability, and diversity of Slovenia’s culinary scene. The MICHELIN Guide Slovenia 2025 includes 72 restaurants, nine more than last year. Twelve Michelin stars shine on the Slovenian map this year.
Hiša Franko, led by chef Ana Roš, has once again retained the highest distinction of three Michelin stars. Restaurant Milka, with chef David Žefran, has also retained two stars, while seven other restaurants each earned one Michelin star. For the first time, the Michelin Guide also awarded three special distinctions in Slovenia: the Young Chef Award, Service Award, and Sommelier Award – placing Slovenia alongside the world’s top culinary nations. Also noteworthy is the recognition of exceptional value for money: twelve restaurants received the Bib Gourmand designation. The Green Michelin Star, which highlights commitment to sustainability and responsible gastronomy—values that make Slovenia stand out globally – was awarded to nine restaurants, including Hotel Plesnik, which received this distinction for the first time.
Hiša Franko with Ana Roš remains at the pinnacle of world gastronomy also in 2025: The MICHELIN Guide Slovenia has once again awarded it with three Michelin stars and a Green Star for sustainability.
The achievement of Ana Roš and Hiša Franko is significant both regionally and globally. Today, Hiša Franko is one of only 153 restaurants worldwide (140 at the time of the announcement) to hold three Michelin stars. It is also among just 37 restaurants (previously 32) that hold the combination of three stars and a Green Michelin Star. Ana Roš is the eighth female chef in the world to earn three stars, and one of only two women worldwide to hold this unique combination of accolades.
Other Slovenian restaurants also achieved exceptional results. For the third consecutive year, Restaurant Milka, with chef David Žefran, retained its two-star status.
Seven restaurants earned one Michelin star, impressing Michelin’s inspectors:
COB – Chef Filip Matjaž
Dam – Chef Uroš Fakuč
Gostilna pri Lojzetu – Chef Tomaž Kavčič
Grič – Chef Luka Košir
Hiša Denk – Chef Gregor Vračko
Hiša Linhart – Chef Uroš Štefelin
Pavus – Chef Marko Pavčnik
Michelin’s New Special Awards in Slovenia
For the first time, the MICHELIN Guide Slovenia introduced three special awards:
Young Chef Award: Awarded to Filip Matjaž (COB) for representing a young culinary talent shaping the future of Slovenian cuisine.
Sommelier Award: Awarded to Anže Kristan (Gostilna pri Lojzetu) for his deep wine knowledge, harmony of flavours, and personal approach that creates an experience beyond traditional service.
Service Award: Awarded to Jan Sinčič (Salicornia) for his kindness and warm, relaxed hospitality that “truly makes guests feel at home,” as Michelin noted.
Green Michelin Stars – Sustainability Recognized
Nine Slovenian restaurants now proudly hold a Green Michelin Star. Newly awarded this year is the restaurant at Hotel Plesnik, led by chefs Janez Bratovž and Tom Čopar.
Other recipients of the Green Star include:
Galerija okusov – Chef Marko Magajne
Gostilna Krištof – Chef Uroš Gorjanc
Gostilna Repovž – Chef Grega Repovž
Grič – Chef Luka Košir
Hiša Franko – Chef Ana Roš
Hiša Linhart – Chef Uroš Štefelin
Gostilna Mahorčič – Chef Ksenija Krajšek Mahor
Špacapanova hiša – Chef Ago Špacapan
Bib Gourmand: Excellent Value for Money
This year, 12 Slovenian restaurants earned the Bib Gourmand distinction, which Michelin awards for outstanding quality at moderate prices. New recipients include:
Lesnika
Etna
Gredič
Previously awarded restaurants:
Gostilna in vinoteka Faladur
Gostilna Rajh
Gostilnica Ruj
Restaurant Jožef
Kodila
Lalu Bistro
Gostilna Mahorčič
Restaurant Majerca
Restaurant Triangel
The 2025 MICHELIN Guide features 72 Slovenian restaurants, with 51 establishments in the Selected Category, including 9 new additions:
Dveri Pax
Grad Štanjel Restaurant & Lounge
Hiša Raduha
Jaz by Ana Roš
Old Cellar Bled
Plesnik
Salicornia
TaBar
The Restaurant
Matjaž Han, Minister of the Economy, Tourism, and Sport: “I’m extremely proud that Slovenia is, for the sixth consecutive year, among countries featured in the Michelin Guide. This is a result of teamwork, strategic investment, and a deep respect for local food, sustainability, and hospitality—qualities that our visitors recognize as defining features of Slovenian tourism. Each additional star increases Slovenia’s global visibility as a premium destination and inspires young professionals pursuing careers in hospitality.”
Dubravka Kalin, Director General of the Tourism Directorate: “We see that more and more tourists choose Slovenia specifically for its top-quality cuisine and creative chefs who use locally sourced ingredients to create flavor harmony. They base their creativity on the local environment and modern trends to craft authentic dishes that can’t be experienced anywhere else. This added value satisfies even the most demanding guests.”
MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board: “Michelin’s recognition confirms that Slovenia stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Europe’s top culinary destinations. Six years ago, we made a strategic decision to invest in gastronomy by entering the world’s most influential culinary guides. Since then, the number of Slovenian restaurants featured has increased by nearly 40%. Today, 72 restaurants from all over Slovenia are included. This collaboration has enhanced our reputation, improved culinary quality, and highlighted Slovenia as a destination of unforgettable gastronomic experiences. Special congratulations to Ana Roš and the Hiša Franko team for earning three stars and a Green Star. The new Young Chef, Sommelier, and Service Awards show that Slovenia excels not only in cuisine but in all aspects of the gastronomic experience. With nine Green Stars, we again prove that excellence and sustainability go hand in hand. The Slovenian Tourist Board will continue to promote these exceptional culinary stories and ensure Slovenia remains known for unforgettable, top experiences.”
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