This is our 15th Best Of Local Awards Competition, where, together with local residents and lovers of Slovenia, we once again select the best providers in Slovenia. We have chosen the best providers across various categories, one of which is the Travel Experience category, further divided into several subcategories. The prestigious Best Of Local 2026 awards ceremony highlights the winners of this year’s selection. Check out the winners below in the article.

The selection in the Food & Drink category is dedicated to discovering the best Slovenian culinary providers who captivate both locals and visitors. Subcategories include the best restaurants, breweries, wineries, and bars, as well as unique gastronomic experiences that highlight Slovenian cuisine. Every vote counts, so lovers of great food and drink can support their favorite providers and help them gain the recognition they deserve.

Best of 2026 – Categories and Finalists

Slovenian food

Čompa
Švicarija
Trnovski Pristan
Druga Violina
Hiša pod Gradom
Gostilna Tartuf
Plečnikova južna (Food Market)
Gostilna Kovač
Ljubljančanka
Gostilna na gradu

Michelin Awarded restaurants

Landerik, chef Izidor Kržišnik
Georgie bistro, chef Gregor Jelnikar
Strelec, chef Igor Jagodic
JAZ by Ana Roš, Alex Iacoviello
TaBar, Jakob Pintar
Altroke
AFTR, chef Jorg Zupan
PEN klub, chef Mojmir Šiftar
Sushimama, chef Itamae Hiroki Ishikawa
B-restaurant, Intercontinental, Chef Komen Bakić

Pizza in Ljubljana

Peruzza pizza
Pop’s Pizza
ANTICA Pizzeria & Aperitivo, Grosuplje
Ljubljanski Dvor
Parma
Piccola
Oliva
Trappa
Verace
Boccacio

Business Lunch / Dinner

Špajza
JB
Cubo
Steakhouse by Naša hiša
Ošterija Pr’Noni
Magnet
Gostilna AS
DiVino
The restaurant
Mala terasa

World Cuisine

Manna Indian Restaurant
Argentino
Gostilna pod Kostanji
Vito Maccheroni
Niam Niam Garden
Barra
Sato Bento
Namaste
Shambala
Ondori

Vegan / Vegan Friendly

Barbarella Juicebar
Grashka Deli
Vegashi – Vegan fusion
Bazilika
Gaudi & Naan
BIFE – salads
Bistro Maha
Veganika
Jamuna
Tink Superfood

Brunch

Bistro Čad
Wonderland
Le Petit Cafe
Ek bistro
Cool House
Slamič
Kruhkerija Gorjanc
Norma 23
Kavarna Rog
Dvor Tacen

Street food

Ajda Fast Food
Burek Olimpija
Fari’s
Klobasarna
Oakberry Açaí bowls
Zaika
Taqueria Unomas
Raw Pasta
Bistro Pepi Balkan Grill
Babu’s Asian Street Food

Burgers

Ajda Premium Burger
Hood Burger
Hot Horse
Rina Burger
McDonald’s
Hallo Leskovac
Smash Burger
Pops burger
Super Pšanc Burger

Cafés & Desserts

Polo Caffe & Bar
Zvezda
Munchies
Tisti plac
STOW
Makrame
Ferdinand
Čopomana
Vigo
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