Cubo

Cubo is worth the trip from the city centre to the quieter areas of the city. The cooking team's unique approach combines exquisite dishes and culinary techniques from around the world, especially the Mediterranean, with occasional Asian influences.

• Web:

  www.cubo-ljubljana.com

• Address:

  Šmartinska cesta 55, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 521 15 15

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat noon–10pm, Sun closed

Culinary House of Manna

Manna is regarded as one of Ljubljana's top restaurants, known for its high quality and popular demand. Their unique menu mainly showcases the cuisine of Slovenia's Istria, the Adriatic region with its own Mediterranean flair. The restaurant also offers an extensive wine selection.

• Web:

  www.restavracija-manna.si

• Address:

  Eipprova ulica 1a, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 31 529 974

• Opening hours:

  Daily noon–1am

Druga Violina

Druga Violina is a socially responsible restaurant that employs individuals with special needs. It serves traditional Slovene dishes and is part of the Taste Ljubljana project, which focuses on reviving popular historic dishes in a sustainable way.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/druga.violina

• Address:

  Stari trg 21, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 820 52506

Gostilna Belšak at Slavkov dom

This restaurant in a hidden corner not far from Ljubljana is housed in a renovated mountain hut and offers a pleasant atmosphere. Their menu is based on Slovenian traditional dishes with an emphasis on meat and with a touch of Mediterranean cuisine. They also offer a selection of seasonal dishes, which depends on ingredients available at the moment.

• Web:

  gostilna-belsak.si

• E-mail:

  https://www.facebook.com/gostilnabelsak/

• Address:

  Slavkov dom, Golo Brdo 8, Medvode

• Phone:

  +386 1 36 11 242

• Opening hours:

  Wed–Fri 11am–8:30pm, Sat 10am–8:30pm, Sun 10am–7pm, Mon & Tue closed

Gostilna Mihovec

Gostilna Mihovec, in the village of Zgodnje Pirniče near Ljubljana, is a classic Slovenian country inn with a modern twist. It's a family affair, with most ingredients for their seasonal menus coming straight from their own eco-friendly farm.

• Web:

  www.gostilnamihovec.si

• E-mail:

  gostilna.mihovec@siol.net

• Address:

  Zgornje Pirniče 54, Medvode

• Phone:

  +386 1 362 30 60

• Opening hours:

  Wed & Thu noon–10pm, Fri & Sat noon–1am, Sun 11am–6pm, Mon & Tue closed

Gostilna na Gradu

Gostilna na Gradu offers top-quality culinary delights at reasonable prices in the welcoming setting of Ljubljana Castle. The restaurant is a collaboration between three of Slovenia's leading chefs, aiming to provide a distinct Slovene culinary experience.

• Web:

  www.jezersek.si/en/locations/ljubljana-castle/gostilna-na-gradu

• Address:

  Ljubljanski grad, Grajska planota 1, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 31 301 777

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Sat noon–10pm, Sun noon–5pm

As Aperitivo

As Aperitivo, situated at the picturesque Knafljev prehod, is renowned for its Mediterranean cuisine and an excellent wine selection. Its glazed and heated conservatory is known for evening events, a wide range of cocktails, and music nights.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/as_aperitivo

• Address:

  Knafljev prehod/Čopova ulica 5a, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 425 41 68

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Thu 10am–1am, Fri& Sat 10am–2am, Sun closed

Cirkus Club

One of the city's most popular clubs is located in a former cinema auditorium. Its programme is diverse, covering nearly every sub-genre of electronic dance music. Cirkus occasionally hosts some of the world's most famous DJs, and its programme also includes disco evenings and live concerts.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/cirkusklub

• Address:

  Trg mladinskih delovnih brigad 7, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 41 777 747

Cutty Sark Pub

Cutty Sark is a classic English pub, popular among locals for its lively parties and live music events, featuring DJs and live acts. It offers a variety of local and imported beers, along with a selection of classic pub snacks. In the warmer months, they open a large summer terrace with a pleasant outdoor seating area.

• Web:

  www.cuttysarkpub.si/en/home

• Address:

  Knafljev prehod 1, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 51 686 209

• Opening hours:

  Mon & Tue 8am–1am, Wed–Sat 8am–3am, Sun 9am–1am

Harat's Pub

Harat's is a typical Irish pub, offering a wide selection of beers from local and international breweries. The pub also serves a good choice of Irish and British pub-type dishes. They often host events such as live Irish music, pub quizzes, and beer tastings. During major sporting events, they organise screenings of the matches on a big screen.

• Web:

  ljubljana.harats.com/en/ljubljana

• Address:

  Petkovškovo nabrežje 31a, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 230 17 68

K4 Club

Ljubljana's most renowned club for electronic dance music has been thriving for 25 years. Throughout this time, it has hosted performances by world-famous DJs and local artists alike. Many performers played at K4 even before they became famous. The tradition of continuously exploring new musical directions has been preserved to this day.

• Web:

  lok4cija.si

• Address:

  Kersnikova ulica 4, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 31 424 111

• Opening hours:

  Thu & Fri 11pm–6am, Sat 11pm–5pm

Kino Šiška

Kino Šiška, the centre for urban culture, is one of the city's top concert venues, regularly hosting renowned performers of indie rock, electronic music, metal, and other genres of modern urban music. Occasionally, it also hosts modern theatre and dance performances, inter-media performances, and art exhibitions. The day and night bar, Kino Šiška Café, is open every day, regardless of the scheduled events.

• Web:

  www.kinosiska.si/en

• Address:

  Center urbane kulture kino Šiška, Trg prekomorskih brigad 3, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 500 30 00

Cacao

Cacao, one of the city's most popular confectionery shops, is just a few steps from the Triple Bridge. It has a cosy summer garden with a view of the famous Plečnik arcades. The café offers homemade ice cream, desserts, sandwiches, cocktails and natural juices.

• Web:

  cacao.si/en

• Address:

  Petkovškovo nabrežje 3, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 430 17 71

• Opening hours:

  Sun–Fri 8am–10pm, Sat 8am–11pm

Cha Tea House

Čajna hiša Cha is one of Ljubljana's favourite tearooms and a perfect spot to relax with a cup of tea while watching the townspeople go by. They offer a wide selection of over 80 different varieties of teas, which are also available for purchase in their in-house shop.

• Web:

  www.cha.si

• E-mail:

  info@cha.si

• Address:

  Stari trg 3, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 252 70 10

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 9am–9pm, Sat 8am–9pm, Sun closed

Daktari

Daktari maintains a charming ambiance and an old-time atmosphere, designed to resemble a cosy living room where old friends meet. It offers guests authentic Turkish coffee, masala tea, and a wide choice of different beers, perfect for enjoying with the daily newspaper. In the evenings, Daktari hosts a diverse program of social events, live music, and literary readings.

• Web:

  www.instagram.com/klubdaktari

• Address:

  Krekov trg 7, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 590 55538

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Fri 7:30am–1am, Sat 8am–1am, Sun 9am–1am

Fetiche Patisserie & Fetiche Bar

Fetiche is a cocktail bar and French pâtisserie situated on Cankarjevo nabrežje, the most popular promenade along the Ljubljanica riverbanks. Its garden enjoys a sunny spot with a pleasant view, and the desserts are known for being made with strictly natural ingredients.

• Web:

  www.fetichepatisserie.com

• Address:

  Mestni trg 10 & Cankarjevo nabrežje 25, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 64 126 332

Grajska Kavarna

The café at Ljubljana Castle features a garden in the castle yard and offers a quality selection of ice cream and homemade desserts, warm drinks, cocktails, and Slovene wines.

• Web:

  www.kaval-group.si/grajska-kavarna-lolita

• Address:

  Ljubljanski grad, Grajska planota 1, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  + 386 1 439 4140

Kavarna Zvezda at Hotel Slon

Kavarna Zvezda, located in the lobby of Best Western Hotel Slon, is a branch of the popular chain of coffee shops, known for serving some of the best ice creams, cakes, and other desserts in the city. The menu also includes uncooked and vegan-friendly cakes.

• Web:

  zvezdaljubljana.com

• Address:

  Hotel Slon, Slovenska cesta 34, Ljubljana

• Phone:

  +386 1 470 11 46

• Opening hours:

  Mon–Wed 8am–10pm, Thu–Sat 8am–11pm, Sun 10am–8pm

• More info:

  Kavarna Zvezda has five locations in Ljubljana.