10 Best Restaurants in Slovenia

Once a waiting hall for those hoping for an audience with the king (and designed by Plečnik, no less), Cafe Belvedere is now a gorgeous café offering the most exquisite views of Bled. The prices reflect that (expect to pay upwards of €2.60 for an espresso), but finding a better view of the beauty below is downright impossible. The history of the building itself is fascinating, with plenty of nods to Tito. The café is located deep within the grounds of Vila Bled and is only open on weekends.

Meat everything reigns supreme at this charming cuts-fueled bistro on Eipprova. Dežela Okusov is pub grub at an impeccably high standard: stacks of grilled and smoked meats mesh perfectly with any of Slovenia's impressive roster of craft beers. Throw in a homely interior and a sun-drenched terrace, and Dežela Okusov is always a great option.

The days of Bohinj’s one-dimensional eating options are over, and the excellent Foksner is leading the charge. The burgers are as good as anywhere else in Slovenia, and the beer menu is equally excellent. The lake is two minutes away, making this the perfect pit stop in Ribčev Laz. 

Leave the crowds of central Piran behind and walk 10 minutes out of town to this mom-and-pop restaurant and its unique fusion of Italian and Slovenian cuisine. You will find top-quality fish offered at a fair price. Though other establishments mar the sea view, the atmosphere is cozy and service is friendly. Hours of operation can vary, so call ahead.

This family-run inn serves grill specialties and pasta entrées. There is attractive garden seating in the back, and the lively bar is known for sing-alongs toward the end of the day. Of the old-fashioned gostilna options in Bovec, it may be the best.

This pension is primarily a hotel but also has a decent restaurant. The pizza is undoubtedly worth the money, but if you're in the mood for local food, opt for the ješprenj (pronounced yesh-preny), an old-school Slovenian farmers' dish centered around barley and smoked meat. Lipa is located directly next to the bus station.

Expect exceptional food and service at this pleasant well-known eatery just three minutes from the city center. Every dish on the menu is sure to please, and there's an excellent wine list. Enjoy the array of outdoor seating: in the garden, along the lively promenade on Eipprova, or in the back of the house on the funky summer terrace.

Attention to healthy local food and vegetarian cuisine will quickly win over any traveler who has had their fill of pizza or mediocre meat-and-potato dishes. The picnic area is a lovely place to enjoy the primary specialty of local river fish, and the barbecue is set up for children to help prepare their meals over a campfire.

An ode to modern design and inventive tastes, Valvas'or will first woo you with their stylish remodel of an old arched tavern and then amaze you with little pleasures like a sorbet between courses. Between ample and excellently prepared dishes, take note of the gold-perforated metal wall that details the city plan of Ljubljana.

This restaurant serves traditional dishes, such as roast meats, accompanied by excellent local wines. Throughout summer, enjoy the tables outside in the courtyard.