Western Wine Regions
Rusjan is in a handy spot – next to the TIC and across from the bus station. Downstairs is a cafe with long opening hours, ideal for coffee and sweets;…
Must-see restaurants in Slovenia
Ljubljana
This student-oriented terrace in Center is a solid choice for a quick and cheap lunch. Line up at the counter and order from a small menu of sandwiches,…
Maribor
A great place for a meal if you want to get out of the city but don’t feel like travelling is 'At the Three Fishponds' in City Park. Along with a handful…
Western Wine Regions
This atmospheric place inside Dobrovo's castle gets mixed reviews from travellers – word on the street is that the service sometimes goes missing and the…
Ljubljana
Should you fancy a bit of Indian, head for this place on the left bank of the Ljubljanica. You won’t get high-street-London curry but the thalis and…
Southeastern Slovenia
There ain't much going on foodwise in the heart of town but this old-style restaurant, under a linden tree in front of Žužemberk Castle, serves up classic…
Ljubljana
Ljubljana’s first and arguably best Japanese restaurant has simple, restful decor and the full range of Japanese dishes – from rice and soup noodles – but…
The Julian Alps
Squeezed right into the thick of things in Maistrov trg, the 'Corner Inn' is justly famed for its affordable and quite good daily specialities for under …
The Julian Alps
This old-style tavern has received a good scrubdown both inside and out and, while it still serves stick-to-the-ribs Slovenian dishes that will keep you…
Bovec
This traditional restaurant gets mixed reviews, but on a good day you'll enjoy well-prepared local specialities, including venison, Soča trout and…
Southeastern Slovenia
Head for the terrace out the back during summer or dine inside, where the walls are daubed with some rather eccentric frescoes. The large pizza menu won't…
Ljubljana
This cavernous pizzeria, with a wood-fired oven, boasts comfy outdoor seating and a vaulted indoor ceiling painted with spring and autumn leaves for when…
Eastern Slovenia
This gostilna (inn-like restaurant) in Zreče, on the main road to Rogla and opposite the PTC shopping centre, is a convenient place for a quick meal…
Southeastern Slovenia
This bright-yellow gostilna serves up standard Slovenian fare plus pizzas. Nothing's going to rock your world flavour-wise but it's a solid bet for decent…
Ptuj
Popular with local students, the cosy 'Little Elephant' serves what many think are the best pizzas in Ptuj, along with some meatless dishes such as pasta,…
Lake Bled
Giant branch of the national supermarket chain, located about 1km east of the lake. Rare in Slovenia, this Mercator is open weekends until relatively late…
Ptuj
If you need a rice or noodle fix head to Ptuj's long-established Chinese restaurant. Portions are big, though flavour is definitely lacking, but it makes…
Maribor
This enormous restaurant and pizzeria pulls in punters with its fast service, low prices and wood-fired stoves. Stick to the pizza, as the other mains are…
Southwestern Slovenia
A large, no-frills, family-style restaurant southwest of Titov trg, off Tržaška cesta, Čuk takes its pizza seriously but offers a wide range of Slovenian…
Eastern Slovenia
This Maison de Qualité establishment up on the hill south of Olimje, part of the golf course complex, offers up traditional Slovenian fare and organic…
Ljubljana
Authentic Middle Eastern food, such as falafel and hummus, served up to go or eat-in at a few tables and chairs scattered about. Perfect choice for a…
Ljubljana
A pre- or post-drinking culinary tradition is to snag one of these greasy (but delicious) filo-dough pies, stuffed with meat or cheese, for takeaway…
Eastern Slovenia
Set back from the road opposite the Terme 3000’s main entrance, Gostilna Kuhar serves decent traditional Prekmurje dishes in a homey, simple interior and…
Ljubljana
'Buckwheat Grain' serves soups, lots of different salads, and baked vegetarian and vegan dishes. It also has terrific freshly squeezed juices. Enter from…
Ljubljana
Below the Plečnik Colonnade, the fish market has open-air stands selling fried calamari for as low as €7 a plate.
Piran
There’s a small outdoor market in the little square behind the Municipal Hall – and a Mercator supermarket, too.
Eastern Slovenia
In the spa's large wooded park, this restaurant is a good lunch stop, with a menu of good-value Prekmurje specialities, plus some seafood and steak dishes.
Eastern Slovenia
South of Mali Grad, this homey pizzeria is one of the few places for a meal in central Kamnik. It has a shady terrace and does takeaway as well.
Izola
There’s a supermarket opposite the bus stop and a more central Mercator near the inner port.
Koper
There’s an outdoor market not far from the shore, and it's surrounded by cheap eating spots and cafe-bars popular with locals.
Eastern Slovenia
Along with pizza, this place – just north of the Planja Hotel in Rogla – does breakfasts and some Slovenian dishes.
Eastern Slovenia
You’ll find a large Mercator supermarket opposite the 1929-Art Deco Kino Metropol (Metropol Cinema).
The Julian Alps
Handy supermarket for picking up picnic supplies. The town bus station is located just out the front.
Eastern Slovenia
Self-caterers can stock up at this central supermarket in Podčetrtek village.
Pekarna-Okrepčevalnica Klavdija
Eastern Slovenia
In Podsreda village, this bakery has a selection of snacks and sandwiches.
