Follow the Michelin Stars in Slovenia

The most prestigious gastronomic guide has again selected the best gourmet cuisine in Slovenia. Check out which restaurants have made it into the Michelin Guide, and which have been awarded the Michelin stars, Bib Gourmand label and green stars.

Slovenia, a must-go destination

Slovenian gastronomy is among the finest in the world. Such accolades signify the approval of the Michelin Guide, which only acclaims destinations that have a well-developed and recognisable gastronomy and an offering that is consistent in its quality and excellence. This is mostly thanks to the amazing chefs and their teams whose incredible creativity, diligence and hard work guarantees that their guests are treated to personalised culinary experiences. They follow a time-honoured tradition drawing from the treasures of unspoiled nature that guides the numerous winemakers and growers of a variety of high-quality produce in line with the principles of sustainability.

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Slovenia received the first Michelin stars and other recognitions from the Michelin Guide in 2020. Michelin has decided to arrive in Slovenia by saying that the “…Quality of Slovenian gastronomy is no surprise for Michelin” and that “…It is a must-go destination because of the talented culinary masters who transform ingredients of the highest quality into unique culinary creations”.

Michelin 2024: A new star in the Slovenian Michelin sky

As many as 63 restaurants have been enlisted in the Michelin Guide Slovenia 2024, revealing continuous progress on this lively gastronomic scene. Hiša Franko of chef Ana Roš further boasts three Michelin stars, while two stars were also maintained by Milka Restaurant of Kranjska Gora where chef David Žafran and his team are making their magic. Seven Slovenian restaurants with one Michelin star are being joined by another one this year, i.e. Pavus Restaurant at Tabor Castle above Laško, which is the gastronomic playground of chef Marko Pavčnik. In addition to prestigious stars, the 2024 Michelin Guide also features five new Bib Gourmand restaurants.

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What Michelin evaluated

Michelin is known for its 120-year-long tradition, well-thought-out evaluation criteria and team of professional, anonymous inspectors. They actively follow culinary trends around the world, keeping an eye out for any novelties, changes and the latest developments.

Michelin's inspectors paid anonymous visits to Slovenian restaurants and ranked them using Michelin's methodology that is based on five principles:

quality of ingredients,
mastery of flavours and cooking techniques,
personality of the chef in their cuisine,
value for money, and
consistency between visits.

Star-ranked gastronomic experience

Michelin stars are a guarantee for cuisine of the highest quality. Meet the Slovenian stars in the Michelin Guide constellation.

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Three Michelin stars

Exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.

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Hiša Franko, Kobarid (Ana Roš)

The natural setting of the Soča Valley sparkles in its authenticity. Hiša Franko is aware of this, and incorporates the valley’s primeval spirit into its dishes in the most innovative ways imaginable. Chef Ana Roš, a self-taught chef who has developed her own distinctive cooking style, is the conductor behind these culinary masterpieces. According to Michelin, Hiša Franko is Slovenia's first three-star restaurant and the 140th restaurant worldwide to receive this prestigious accolade. The Michelin inspectors were impressed by the continuous improvement in quality and the unique menu, which stands out with its original colours, flavours and textures, and which reflects Ana's vision of always following nature, the seasons, and finding inspiration not only in her home valley of the Soča River, but also in her travels and the international team at Hiša Franko.

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Two stars Michelin

Excellent cooking, worth a detour.

Milka, Kranjska Gora (David Žefran)

A restaurant where the charm of Lake Jasna and the surrounding peaks is mirrored in the perfection of the dishes on the plate, made from local ingredients, with a generous use of herbs and original ways of preserving the ingredients. Michelin says that Milka, along with its chef David Žefran and his team, has shown incredible progress over the past year with their contemporary 'mountain' cuisine, and that they impress with their “exciting gourmet synthesis of Alpine landscapes and Nordic regions”, where Žefran gained his experience.

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One star Michelin

High-quality cooking, worth a stop.

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Restaurant COB, Portorož (Filip Matjaž)

Taste dishes cooked outside the box. As the name suggests (COB – Cooking Outside the Box), you will discover Slovenian cuisine in an unexpected and interactive way in the restaurant owned by the Matjaž...

Dam, Nova Gorica (Uroš Fakuč)

Indulge yourself at the boutique restaurant Dam and enjoy a myriad of exquisite tastes. Chef Uroš Fakuč makes sure that the world of culinary pleasures you enter here is truly an unforgettable experience.

Hiša Denk (Gregor Vračko)

At Hiša Denk, located on the outskirts of Svečinske Gorice, unique flavours blended with a tried-and-tested family tradition and the boldness of young generations are being developed under the direction...

Strelec Restaurant, Ljubljana

Explore the world of finest culinary masterpieces created under the leadership of chef Igor Jagodic high above the town, at Ljubljana Castle. Feel like the lord of the castle and make a stop at a culinary...

Gostilna pri Lojzetu (Tomaž Kavčič)

Zemono Manor House is the gastronomic “playground” where world-renowned chef Tomaž Kavčič plays with the rich flavours of the Vipava Valley and presents them in the most innovative ways.

Grič, Horjul (Luka Košir)

A great majority of thefood served at Grič is prepared from home-grown ingredients. Young chef Luka Košir uses the full flavours of his ingredients to create a unique story of rural cuisine with a modern...

Pavus Restaurant, Tabor Castle, Laško (Marko Pavčnik)

Chef Marko Pavčnik with his team of the Pavus Restaurant at Tabor Castle creates new Slovenian cuisine on the border between the city and nature based on authentic local and seasonal flavours.

Hiša Linhart, Radovljica (Uroš Štefelin)

In the romantic old town centre of Radovljica, local tradition and innovative cuisine are uniquely intertwined by chef Uroš Štefelin in a charming medievall house.

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Bib Gourmand Michelin

or an authentic, high-quality experience at affordable prices

Where in Slovenia can you get the best value for your money? Which restaurants serve excellent food at affordable prices?

Bib Gourmand recognises restaurants with a good price-to-quality ratio. Michelin's inspectors found 10 such restaurants in Slovenia.

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Michelin Green Star

Who are the most sustainable chefs?

To support and encourage sustainable practices in the culinary world, Michelin awards the Michelin Green Star highlighting chefs committed to commendable environmental practices. It is only awarded to those whose restaurants are listed in one of the categories included in the Michelin Guide. The green star celebrates their courage and ingenuity reflected in the sustainable practices that they use in their everyday work, their collaboration with environmentally-conscious suppliers and their waste management.

Boasting eight restaurants with the Michelin Green Star emblem, Slovenia is the European destination with the most Michelin Green Stars per capita.

Whose ideas, methods and know-how help raise awareness, both among customers and the entire food industry in Slovenia?

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Gostilna Mahorčič, Rodik

The family restaurant whose tradition is continued and upgraded by Ksenija and Martin Mahorčič is a home of contemporary Karst and Brkini cuisine, brimming with genuine local flavours. Do not forget to...

Hiša Franko

This house, seemingly typical of the Soča Valley, hides a remarkable culinary heart. It is the creative home to one of world’s best chefs, Ana Roš, whose original dishes prepared from local ingredients...

Gostilna Krištof, Predoslje

Brothers Krištof and Tomaž Bolka continue the tradition of the family restaurant swearing on traditional Slovenian food influenced by modern cuisine and accompanied by select wines.

Špacapanova hiša, Komen

The family-run restaurant in the Karst region impressed with its use of local ingredients from the countryside of Slovenian Istria and Karst, the production of natural wines and the linking of local brands...

Repovž Restaurant

The fact that you can drink and eat well at Repovž is confirmed by the Gault & Millau gastronomic guide, whose inspectors were captivated by both the traditional delicacies from mother Meta's kitchen...

Galerija Okusov

The restaurant Galerija Okusov offers the best of what the Savinja Valley has to offer and is dedicated to creativity inspired by the traditional. Dishes presented as works of art pay a unique homage...

Hiša Linhart, Radovljica

The aroma coming from the kitchen of the renowned chef Uroš Štefelin in the premises of a former town house in the old part of Radovljica is a superb combination of Gorenjska tradition and a modern creative...

Grič, Horjul

In the charming restaurant on the edge of Horjul Forest, every dish is a story in itself. It reflects family tradition, the surrounding forest, local fields and farm, local producers and the endless virtuosity...

Michelin Selected

In addition to the restaurants that received Michelin stars or Bib Gourmand awards, the inspectors also recognised the cuisine in 43 Slovenian restaurants which they recommend that you visit in 2024. Three new ones include A3 Restaurant at Rajhenburg Castle in Brestanica, PEN KLUB Restaurant in Ljubljana and Miza za štiri Restaurant in Zgornja Polskava.

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Slovenian gastronomy through the eyes of Michelin

Slovenes believe strongly that "everything is in the eye of the beholder", and the same goes for great food. Are you interested in the depth and breadth of the Slovenian gastronomic world through the eyes of the Michelin Guide? Read what Michelin's taste researchers thought about the most outstanding stories in the Slovenian culinary rainbow.

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Immerse yourself in the unique stories that simmer in the Slovenian gastronomic pot. Discover the secret of fullness of flavours, learn about the close connection between people and nature in food production and about their dedication to tradition, then indulge in the boldness and innovation of top Slovenian chefs. Visit the Taste Slovenia website where you are sure to find the content to your liking and enjoy every mouthful of gastronomic exploration.

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Let yourself be seduced by the full and natural flavours of Slovenia, complemented by surprising innovation and bold combinations of ingredients. Let every bite or sip take you on a unique journey into the world of flavours.

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A 1930s-style noble experience that puts you in the shoes of a legendary entrepreneur on a private visit to what was once Europe's most prestigious leather...

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Learn how to bake Slovenia's most famous flatbread in the company of locals.

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Maribor’s mix of good food, wine and music.

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Taste the world's first sparkling wine produced in complete darkness.

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Sports and culinary route to the four microbreweries of Kamnik, the place with the most breweries per inhabitant in the world.

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A journey to the seven castles of Posavje to experience their rich cultural heritage, unforgettable views and culinary treats.

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Velenje Underground – a gastronomic adventure 160 metres below the surface

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An experience that reveals the rich pastoral heritage of the Velika Planina plateau and offers a comfortable break and a modern culinary experience in...

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A culinary walk through the history of Ljubljana Castle in the company of costumed guides who will serve you with delicious dishes and fascinating facts...

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A first-class exploration of Pomurje through a guided tour of the family oil mill, where you learn about the traditional processing of pumpkin seed oil...

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Learn about the story of the best farmed fish in the world and enjoy its incredible taste.

An unforgettable day at the Fonda Fish Garden

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A nostalgic journey in legendary classic cars through Istria’s olive groves.

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An epic tour with the architect of UNESCO's Ljubljana. An intimate experience of the visionary master and his great mind.

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