Top Slovenian restaurants as selected by Gault & Millau

Check out which Slovenian restaurants earned the highest ratings of the international gastronomic guide Gault & Millau.

Gault & Millau in Slovenia

Gault & Millau is among the three most influential international guides in gastronomy. It is renowned for its toques awarded to restaurants around the world. Restaurants that meet Gault & Millau's criteria may obtain one to five toques and are featured in the guide. Slovenia has its own edition of this influential restaurant guide.

In 2026, Slovenia gained its first restaurant to be awarded five toques (chef's hats) by the Gault & Millau critics – Hiša Franko. In addition, 14 restaurants can take pride in having been awarded four toques, including two new ones. Another 36 restaurants have received three toques, with the number of all restaurants with the highest ratings being the highest ever. The team of anonymous critics visited more than 200 restaurants, with research into the culinary scene also reaching less exposed parts of the country, where new interesting stories are being created. This year's selection is also marked by a wave of young chefs and new names who are taking over restaurants and inns, building on tradition and raising the level of Slovenian gastronomy.

The famous guide also selected the best individuals and establishments in the field of gastronomy in seven categories. We invite you to discover this year's selection of restaurants and see which names of Slovenian gastronomy will mark the year 2026.

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4 toques

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In Slovenian gastronomy, we are seeing an exceptional generation of young people who are taking over restaurants and building on the tradition of Slovenian inns. Thus, the tradition is gaining a new reputation, and the quality of the entire scene is being elevated at the same time.

Mira Šemić, Director, Gault&Millau Slovenia

Toques for the Best of the Best

In Slovenia, it is possible to eat and drink well. A selection by the international guide Gault & Millau suggests that some restaurants will provide you with a particularly exceptional gastronomic experience. Discover the restaurants that have earned four or more toques.

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Hiša Franko, Kobarid – 5 toques

The culinary playground of one of the best chefs in the world, Ana Roš Stojan, is becoming synonymous with the excellence of Slovenian gastronomy. With its menu, creativity and ambience, Hiša Franko also convinced the Gault & Millau critics to award it five toques, making it the first Slovenian restaurant to achieve this.

Discover the world of exceptional cuisine at Hiša Franko

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Restaurants with four toques

Discover the 14 Slovenian restaurants that have earned four toques.

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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.

Vila Muhr, Ribčev laz, Bohinj

Chef Davor Arnautović at the Vila Muhr restaurant near Lake Bohinj swears by the authenticity of ingredients from the local environment. He is guided by the principle of allowing the ingredients shine.

Gostilna pri Lojzetu, Dvorec Zemono

When in the Vipava Valley marked with the sun and the bora and home to fine tastes, stop by the Zemono Manor House where you can enjoy a royal gastronomic experience. Renowned chef Tomaž Kavčič creates...

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...

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Hiša Denk, Zgornja Kungota

Enter a restaurant where family tradition is brought up to date by the boldness of the younger generation. Under the leadership of chef Gregor Vračko, genuine tastes of Štajerska blend with modern trends,...

Milka, Kranjska Gora (David Žefran)

A restaurant in which the charm of Lake Jasna and surrounding mountain peaks is reflected in the perfection of dishes prepared from local ingredients incorporating a wide selection of herbs and original...

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...

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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.

Ošterija Debeluh, Brežice

The restaurant's modern elegance combined with pleasant cosiness is only the introduction to a culinary experience at Ošterija Debeluh. In addition to culinary masterpieces signed by chef Jure Tomič,...

JB Restaurant, Ljubljana (Janez Bratovž)

At the heart of the first Slovenian restaurant to be named one of the 50 best in the world is Chef Janez Bratovž, a pioneer of Slovenian contemporary cuisine, who focuses on the fusion of the elements...

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Mak Restaurant, Maribor

Mak Restaurant is known for its extravaganza that unfolds before its guests in a true culinary and artistic performance. The leading man is its chef, David Vračko, who will take you on an astonishing...

Galerija okusov, Petrovče

Nestled in the Savinja Valley lies a truly unique gallery. Here, nature and local tradition serve as an endless source of inspiration for chefs Marko Magajne and Marko Vršič, who transform the finest...

Gostilna Repovž, Šentjanž

The rich family tradition of Gostilna Repovž has long captured the attention of Gault & Millau. In 2019, mother Meta was honoured with the prestigious Chef de Tradition award, while her son Gregor...

Gostilna Mahorčič, Rodik

At the Mahorčič restaurant in the heart of the Karst, you’ll instantly feel like part of the family. With a deep passion for tradition, they serve dishes crafted with both care and creativity, elevating...

The stars of 2026

Want to discover the stars of Slovenian gastronomy in 2026? Check out the names highlighted by Gault & Millau and indulge in their exquisite creations to experience the true essence of Slovenian culinary excellence.

Chef of the Year

Jure Tomič, Oštarija Debeluh, Brežice

Chef of Modern Traditional Cuisine

Martina Breznik, Hiša Raduha, Luče

Chef of the Future

Davor Arnautović, Vila Muhr, Ribčev laz, Bohinj

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Young Talent

Jurij Daolio, Doppler Estate, Kozjak nad Pesnico

Best Sommelier

Simona Česen, Wine bar Šuklje, Ljubljana

Best Pastry Shop

Lolita, Ljubljana

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Best "POP"

Vinoteka Movia, Ljubljana

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Top Slovenian restaurants as selected by Gault & Millau