The Best of »Falstaff Internationaler Restaurantguide 2024« in Ljubljana

JB stands for Janez Bratovž, and he is a permanent fixture on the gourmet stage. He is already assisted by his son Tomaž. They prepare excellent dishes: beef, fish and seafood are delicious. Don't miss the signature dish of ravioli with cottage cheese and pistachios, served with foie gras.

The popular Pen Klub has been successfully and carefully renovated. The young chef Mojmir Šiftar is responsible for this, integrating both traditional Pen Klub dishes and newly interpreted Slovenian cuisine into his menus. The wine list also puts a smile on your face.

JAZ is not intended to be a fine dining restaurant - nor is it, but a place for everyone. "Call me young dining", as top chef Ana Roš says. The chef's gastronomic creativity is based on locally produced dishes and light flavours. Elegant and a little funky.

After stints at the Steirereck in Vienna, Gordon Ramsay's Maze and Joël Robuchon's L'Atelier, Jakob Pintar is inspiring guests in his own restaurant. His new address on the central Ljubljanica river also offers small, creative bistro courses. Great natural wines.

Local produce is a top priority, which is why the kitchen maintains close contact with all producers and suppliers. The beef cheeks are so tender that they almost melt in the mouth, accompanied by polenta made from Slovenian corn. Kaiserschmarren is served with milk chocolate sauce.

An institution for Japanese food, chef Hiroki Išikava has been running the restaurant for 15 years. Sushi and sashimi become a very special delicacy under his hand. You can choose from 200 wines to accompany your meal, and beer and sake are also served.

Ljubljana Castle is home to the restaurant. Hearty dishes such as Krainerwurst are held in high esteem, but chef Sebastjan Elbl has much more to offer. The best local dishes are reinterpreted. Slovenian cuisine from a modern perspective.

The house has seen a lot. After being sensitively renovated, it opened its doors as a boutique hotel on the Ljubljanica. Erik Florjanc knows how to serve contemporary creations that combine regional flavours with the temperament of Mediterranean cuisine.

The As stands for tradition, but also a little contemporary luxury. Olive oil from the Karst, fresh scallops, pasta with basil, grilled Adriatic prawns, homemade pannacotta - all of this conveys a noble dolce vita. The excellent wine list is the perfect accompaniment.

The ideal place for meat lovers! Robert Prinčič only works with the best, perfectly matured cuts from his trusted suppliers. The meat delights with its crispy crust, juicy interior and subtle aromas of charcoal. Very well selected wines.

The view of Triglav and the Adriatic Sea from the 20th floor is exceptional. In the open restaurant kitchen, fresh Mediterranean flavours from local products are combined with traditional dishes of Slovenian country cuisine. The bar is also popular. A good overall package.

An Asian restaurant with a difference, the dishes reflect traditions from Japan to Thailand and Vietnam. A signature dish is the udon noodles with smoked sea bass, almonds and tuna flakes. It's amazing how well the Slovenian wines go with the dishes.

A classic Italian restaurant with everything you need to transport yourself to the south in terms of taste. The pizza selection is large and the ingredients for the toppings are of the highest quality. Homemade pasta, gnocchi and risotto are delicious. The steaks are an equally good choice.

Authentic Japanese cuisine. Sushi, udon noodles with chicken and shiitake mushrooms or tempura of prawns or vegetables are a perfect start. The fried brown trout is presented in an interesting way, with white miso sauce and nuts on the side. It goes well with sake and whisky.

Located away from the city centre, many of the guests here are business people. There is no menu or wine list, but you can rely on the team's recommendations. Mediterranean cuisine with octopus salad or fish from the oven is delicious, and steaks are also reliably good on the plate.

Boutique hotel on the Ljubljanica River in the old town. Brick vaults and design enter into a stylish liaison. The produce comes fresh from the market and the cuisine combines Slovenian tradition and contemporary cuisine. Later in the evening, you can enjoy the rooftop terrace.

The gastronomic tradition of the Istrian coast is traditionally at the centre here, very classic and tasty. The menu starts with scampi and fish pie and continues with grilled fish or seafood. If you prefer, you can also order a tender steak. Fine desserts are also on offer.

The cuisine conjures up Mediterranean flair on the plates with coastal classics. Sea bass ceviche is the perfect introduction to other courses such as fuži with truffles, pasta with wild boar ragout and porcini mushrooms or saffron risotto with prawns. Steaks are cooked to perfection on the lava grill.

Modern, bright ambience, the large windows bring the lush nature in. The hotel restaurant works with local vegetable farmers and fishermen. The dishes from the charcoal oven are the pride and joy, especially the beef fillet with its delicate roasted aromas.

The good classics are still prepared here just as they used to be, but Primož Repnik breathes a wonderful lightness into them. The ravioli are filled with cottage cheese and garlic. The veal shank is cooked for twelve hours before it goes into the oven. This keeps the meat juicy.