€€€Modern Cuisine
The name says it all: Table for 4. The venture began some years ago as a home restaurant for four guests; then, in 2020, Jure and Mia Brložnik left the city for the countryside and realised their dream in this fine establishment divided across three rooms, which can accommodate up to 12 guests. The kitchen offers two distinct journeys: a seven-course tasting menu exploring the signature dishes of the house, and Through Fire, Whispers & Memories, a multisensory journey through flavours, aromas and memories. For a truly unique, bespoke culinary experience, a pairing with local wines is warmly re
€€€Modern Cuisine
The setting of this excellent “Gallery of Flavours” is particularly striking: a park at whose centre stands an eighteenth-century Baroque manor, once the castle of Novo Celje. Decidedly more contemporary are the welcoming fine dining room and, above all, the gastronomic proposal, which takes local ingredients as its starting point and works them with technique and creativity. The choice extends between a concise à la carte menu and a tasting menu of seven courses, reducible to five. Among the most interesting dishes, the polenta with beef, a reinterpretation of a Slovenian classic, and the cat
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.7/5 · 70 reviews
Located in Petrovče, Galerija okusov offers modern cuisine with a strong TripAdvisor rating of 4.7/5. Reviewers frequently praise the high food quality, attentive service, and elegant atmosphere, often recommending the Štokelj rosé. However, some guests noted issues with meal pacing, average value for money, and occasional inconsistencies in seasonal ingredient freshness or presentation. While most experiences are positive, a minority found the food merely average or criticized specific dishes. Overall, it remains a notable fine dining option in the Savinja region, suitable for those seeking a refined culinary experience despite minor operational critiques.
Suitable for diners seeking modern fine dining who can tolerate occasional service inconsistencies.
€€€Mediterranean Cuisine, Grills
If you’re exploring Maribor, this restaurant is a great place to stop and take a break and has a real holiday feel with its spacious terrace boasting views of the town, the Drava river and the Pohorje mountains in the distance. The menu focuses on fish from the Adriatic (including shellfish and plenty of grilled options), as well as meat recipes that include grass-fed Slovenian beef. There’s a more concise menu at lunchtime, plus a café and the sky lounge, both of which are perfect settings in which to relax.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.0/5 · 68 reviews
City Terasa in Maribor offers Mediterranean cuisine and grills with scenic Drava River views. Guests frequently praise the high quality of fresh ingredients, particularly steaks and seafood, noting a pleasant and quiet atmosphere. However, experiences vary significantly regarding service efficiency and pacing, with some reporting slow responses and inconsistent staff attention. Value perceptions are divided; while some find the quality justifies the cost, others consider the pricing, especially for wine, excessive relative to the experience. The venue can feel crowded during peak times, potentially impacting privacy. It is best suited for diners prioritizing food quality and ambiance over speed and budget, though those sensitive to service delays or high prices may find it less satisfactory.
Ideal for diners prioritizing food quality and views, but manage expectations regarding service pace and pricing.
€€Contemporary
Seven, like the house number and the Slovenian expression (Sedem!) for sitting down to eat. In a modern and welcoming setting with an open kitchen, students from the town's tourism and hospitality school take their first steps, supported by experienced and consolidated staff. The result is a gastronomic offering that revisits local dishes, with occasional international influences, which can be chosen freely from the à la carte menu or as part of a tasting menu.
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.7/5 · 71 reviews
Restavracija Sedem in Maribor offers contemporary dining run by a hospitality school. Food quality is generally praised for freshness, finesse, and beautiful presentation, though some note inconsistent cooking or small portions. Service is largely friendly and professional, with helpful wine pairings, yet occasional pacing issues occur. The atmosphere is relaxed and elegant with good table spacing. While value is mixed due to portion sizes, the high rating reflects consistent excellence in student-prepared dishes.
Ideal for diners seeking refined student-chef cuisine in a relaxed, elegant setting.
€€€€Creative, Modern Cuisine
On the outskirts of Maribor, Mak is the eccentric and fiercely individual restaurant of chef-patron David Vračko. The spaces, distributed across two rooms, combine eclectic furnishings with a deliberately understated table setting. Here there is no menu: the chef leads guests through a surprise journey, a kind of culinary performance made up of creative, colourful and at times unconventional dishes. The cuisine, contemporary and original, celebrates local ingredients with great imagination, through unusual textures and bold combinations, for an experience that is lively and outside the ordinar
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.5/5 · 80 reviews
MAK in Maribor offers creative modern cuisine with generally high ratings. Positive reviews highlight excellent food quality, distinctive atmosphere, and knowledgeable, friendly service, particularly when paired with Slovenian wines. However, negative feedback points to significant inconsistencies. Some diners report excessively slow meal pacing, citing multi-hour waits for courses. Others criticize the food as mediocre or overly artificial, and describe the owner’s behavior as overbearing rather than quirky. While the exterior may seem uninspiring, the interior exudes personality. Experiences vary widely, ranging from sublime culinary journeys to frustrating delays and poor service, suggesting it suits adventurous eaters comfortable with potential unpredictability.
Suitable for adventurous diners willing to tolerate longer meal durations.
€€Farm to table, Classic Cuisine
Lilli Kollar and Joachim Gradwohl ("Lilli & Jojo") have created something really wonderful here. Along with its fabulous elevated location surrounded by vineyards, their restaurant boasts a delightfully cosy atmosphere and very friendly service. In summer, you should definitely opt for a table on the idyllic terrace if possible. Joachim Gradwohl is a renowned chef, who crafts seasonal dishes, showcasing locally sourced ingredients. To complement your food, there is a nicely curated selection of fine wines from the region and beyond. Tip: Not only are there some fantastic hiking trails in the a
€€€Contemporary, Seasonal Cuisine
Nestled in an idyllic setting, the restaurant is reached by crossing gently rolling hills until you discover a charming 16th-century building, once home to the Benedictine monks who started the winemaking business. Today, the winemaking tradition continues, accompanied by tasting itineraries in which the chef interprets local ingredients in a contemporary key, all in the evocative setting of the antique brick-vaulted cellars.
€€€Regional Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine
Gerhard Fuchs and Christian Zach opened this tavern as a counterpoint to their fine dining restaurant. Serving seasonal dishes made with regional produce, the concept has proven to be a hit. Gerhard Fuchs brings many years of culinary experience to the table, and the team led by passionate sommelier and host Christian Zach provides attentive service with Styrian charm. Flavoursome dishes such as Leutschach pata negra pork brisket with chanterelle mushrooms and gnocchi with herbs can be accompanied by wine – the list comprises over 4 000 labels – or beer. The interior design is a modern take on
€€Farm to table, International
Against the backdrop of vineyards and the rolling hills that surround Leibnitz, the setting is almost heavenly. The marvellous tiered terrace and a lounge area beneath the arcade are, of course, extremely inviting in summer. The interior is equally delightful, with its stylish modern design and floor-to-ceiling windows affording stunning views. Here, you can look forward to contemporary seasonal cuisine paired with exceptionally friendly, attentive service and an excellent wine list - nice the viewable wine cellar in the basement.
€€Farm to table, Regional European
It is the last few kilometres of road, through forests and gently rolling green hills, that best prepare one for a gastronomic visit to this bucolic and welcoming restaurant, rooted in a very long family tradition. It is said that the house has belonged to the Repovž family for over 500 years, with the restaurant itself dating back some three centuries. Many generations have followed one another, but the current stewardship has succeeded in giving the establishment a well-defined identity. Kitchen and dining room work in harmony, offering tasting menus of varying length that celebrate local in
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.8/5 · 80 reviews
Located in Mokronog-Trebelno, Gostilna Repovž offers regional European cuisine with a farm-to-table focus. Based on 80 reviews averaging 4.8/5, guests frequently praise the food quality, modern presentations of traditional Slovenian dishes, and excellent wine pairings, including a noted sour grape cocktail. The atmosphere is described as warm and rustic, with generally friendly and leisurely service. However, some negative feedback cites inconsistent meal pacing, bland flavors in specific courses, and rare complaints regarding service ethics. While parking is convenient, travelers should note that experiences vary, with most finding the culinary creativity inspiring, though a minority found the food average relative to expectations.
Recommended for travelers seeking modern creative interpretations of traditional Slovenian cuisine and quality wine pairings.
€€€Modern Cuisine
The twelfth-century Rajhenburg castle, magnificently restored, presides over the banks of the Sava. Within its walls, restaurant A3 welcomes guests in elegant rooms arranged around a broad inner courtyard, and boasts a wonderful cellar of Slovenian sparkling wines, an ideal setting for an aperitif. In the dining room, a surprise menu of 4, 6, or 8 courses is offered, the expression of a mature, modern cuisine of great flavour. Particular care is devoted to local, seasonal and own-produced ingredients, in full respect of the Pavlič aquaculture tradition and the family’s trout farming heritage.
€€€Farm to table
Every day, Martina Breznik, the fourth generation to run this restaurant, chooses the best produce from her own garden, the nearby forest and from trusted local growers and farmers for her dishes. The result is an immersive introduction to the Luče region, thanks to the early spring vegetables, excellent cheeses and delicious autumn mushrooms that feature on the menu. Whatever the season, the menu changes daily and guarantees an authentic dining experience with a strong local flavour. Don’t miss the trout from the River Savinja served with vegetables from the kitchen garden. Young Filip will b
€€€€Seasonal Cuisine, Modern Cuisine
Johann Schmuck runs his chic modern restaurant in the basement of a historical mill that dates back to 1581 – tables on the terrace overlooking the Stainzbach River are coveted in summer. He and Maximilian Grandtner are jointly in charge of the kitchen. They devise two seasonal surprise menus: one comprising four courses and the seven-course "Terra" set menu. Most of the ingredients used are sourced from the region. The friendly and professional service team includes sommelier Joachim Retz, who specialises in wines from Styria and Burgenland. Tip: Enjoy an aperitif in the bar lounge. There is
€€Regional Cuisine, Seasonal Cuisine
A welcoming mountain hotel with a focus on sustainability is the setting for this bright and lively restaurant which, at lunchtime, serves local traditional dishes inspired by the recipes of Marija Plesnika, who cooked here in the 1940s. In the evening, on the other hand, guests are served a tasting menu which is available only by booking ahead for anyone not staying at the hotel. In the kitchen, experienced Janez Bratovž, renowned for his work at the JB Restavracija in Ljubljana, is here in an advisory role, while the talented young Tom Čopar who has experience both in Slovenia and abroad is
€€€Contemporary
Situated in inland Slovenia, just a few kilometres from the border with Croatia, this is one of the most interesting restaurants in the region. Here, highly experienced owner-chef Jure Tomič has created an excellent network of suppliers from all over Slovenia. His meat and fish dishes are prepared with a modern, precise and technical touch that is unfussy and focuses on bringing out the full flavour of his ingredients. Traditional recipes and ingredients are reinterpreted with a personal twist: examples are the plum extract served with duck and the sweet “butter, honey and milk” dish that take
TripAdvisor review sample · 4.6/5 · 80 reviews
Located in Brežice, Ošterija Debeluh offers contemporary cuisine with generally high praise for food quality, particularly dishes like suckling pig, homemade pasta, and goat cheese. The wine selection is also well-regarded. The ambiance is described as cozy and sophisticated, featuring glass walls and greenery. Service is mostly friendly and professional, though some guests report issues with meal pacing, limited menu options, and perceived arrogance from staff. While the interior is attractive, value for money is mixed; several reviewers note high prices relative to portion sizes, suggesting it may not suit those seeking budget-friendly dining.
Suitable for diners seeking high-quality contemporary cuisine and elegant ambiance, but those sensitive to price or preferring diverse menus should proceed with caution.