Food lovers, save the date: Restaurant Week Slovenia returns this autumn from 9 to 18 October 2026. For ten days, selected restaurants across Slovenia will serve special multi-course menus created especially for one of the country’s most popular culinary events.
Reservations for Autumn Restaurant Week 2026 open on 28 September, and the most sought-after restaurants and dinner times usually fill up quickly.
Whether you are visiting Ljubljana, exploring Slovenia’s wine regions or planning an autumn weekend in the Alps or on the coast, Restaurant Week is a great opportunity to discover some of the country’s most interesting restaurants at special prices.
Here is everything you need to know about Restaurant Week Slovenia Autumn 2026, including dates, menu prices, reservations and the restaurant rating system.
Restaurant Week Slovenia Autumn 2026: Key Information
Dates: 9–18 October 2026
Reservations open: 28 September 2026
Location: selected restaurants across Slovenia
Menus: special multi-course Restaurant Week menus
Reservations: through the official Restaurant Week/VIVI platform
Restaurant Week takes place twice a year, in spring and autumn, and has become one of the best opportunities to explore contemporary Slovenian gastronomy beyond the country’s most famous restaurants.
What Is Restaurant Week Slovenia?
Restaurant Week – Teden restavracij in Slovenian – brings together selected restaurants and chefs from across the country for ten days of special menus and culinary experiences.
The idea is simple: give guests an opportunity to discover excellent restaurants at more accessible prices while encouraging chefs to showcase seasonal ingredients, creativity and modern Slovenian cuisine.
The spring 2026 edition featured more than 120 restaurants, ranging from creative urban bistros to destination restaurants, traditional inns and some of Slovenia’s most highly rated dining rooms.
For international visitors, it is also an excellent introduction to just how diverse Slovenian gastronomy has become.
How Much Does Restaurant Week Cost in 2026?
Restaurant Week menus have a fixed base price, with supplements depending on the restaurant’s heart rating.
For the spring 2026 edition, prices were:
1 heart – €26
2 hearts – €28
3 hearts – €32
4 hearts – €36
The heart system reflects the level of the overall culinary experience, so restaurants with higher ratings charge a small quality supplement.
The official autumn prices and individual menus should always be checked when reservations open.
What Do the Restaurant Week Hearts Mean?
Restaurants participating in Restaurant Week are evaluated using a heart rating system associated with culinary critic Uroš Mencinger and the VIVI restaurant selection.
In simple terms:
1 heart represents reliable quality, good food and an enjoyable dining experience.
2 hearts indicate a higher level of culinary creativity and technical skill.
3 and 4 hearts are reserved for more sophisticated gastronomic experiences, with ambitious cuisine, carefully selected ingredients and refined service.
But Restaurant Week is not only about choosing restaurants with the highest rating. One of the best parts of the event is discovering smaller inns, new chefs and restaurants outside Ljubljana that you may otherwise never have considered.
How to Book Restaurant Week Slovenia
Reservations open on 28 September 2026.
Guests will be able to use the official Restaurant Week/VIVI platform to:
- browse participating restaurants,
- see their special Restaurant Week menus,
- compare prices,
- choose a date and time,
- and send a table reservation.
If you already know where you want to eat, we recommend booking shortly after reservations open. Popular restaurants and Friday or Saturday evening slots can fill up particularly quickly.
Which Restaurants Take Part?
Restaurant Week brings together restaurants from virtually every part of Slovenia.
In Ljubljana, previous editions have included well-known names such as JB Restaurant, Strelec, TaBar, PEN KLUB, Landerik, Manna, Harfa and Zlata Ladjica.
Elsewhere in Slovenia, the selection has included restaurants such as Grič near Šentjošt, Hiša Linhart in Radovljica, Vila Podvin, Restaurant Julijana in Bled, Restaurant Mak in Maribor, Galerija okusov, Gostilna Rajh, Špacapanova hiša, Stara Gostilna in Piran, Pino Alpino in Kranjska Gora, Faladur in Vipava and Marina in Portorož.
The final autumn 2026 restaurant list and menus will be available through the official booking platform when reservations open.
Why Visit Restaurant Week in Autumn?
Autumn is one of the most exciting times of year for food in Slovenia.
Restaurant kitchens can draw on an abundance of seasonal ingredients, from mushrooms, pumpkins and chestnuts to apples, pears, root vegetables, game and fresh produce from local farms.
It is also a particularly good time to turn dinner into a short trip around Slovenia.
A Restaurant Week reservation can easily become the centrepiece of a weekend in Bled or Bohinj, the Vipava Valley, Goriška Brda, Kranjska Gora, Maribor, the Karst or the Slovenian coast.
For visitors, that combination of landscape, local wine and food is one of the best ways to experience Slovenia.
A Chance to Discover Slovenian Gastronomy
Slovenia may be small, but its culinary scene is remarkably varied.
Within a few hours you can move from Alpine cooking and freshwater fish to Mediterranean flavours, Karst prosciutto, wine-country cuisine and the hearty dishes of eastern Slovenia.
Restaurant Week makes that diversity more accessible by encouraging guests to try somewhere new.
It is a chance to:
- discover a restaurant you have never visited,
- experience a chef’s special menu,
- explore another Slovenian region,
- taste seasonal and local ingredients,
- and enjoy some of Slovenia’s most exciting contemporary cooking.
Restaurant Week Slovenia Autumn 2026 FAQ
When is Restaurant Week Slovenia Autumn 2026?
Restaurant Week Slovenia will take place from 9 to 18 October 2026.
When do reservations open?
Reservations open on 28 September 2026.
How much does a Restaurant Week menu cost?
In spring 2026, menus started at €26 for one-heart restaurants, rising to €28, €32 and €36 depending on the restaurant’s heart rating.
Where can I book a table?
Reservations are made through the official Restaurant Week/VIVI platform, where participating restaurants and their menus are published.
Do I need to reserve in advance?
Yes. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, particularly for popular restaurants and weekend evenings.
Is Restaurant Week only in Ljubljana?
No. Participating restaurants are located throughout Slovenia, making the event a great opportunity to combine a meal with a day trip or weekend away.
Don’t Miss Restaurant Week Slovenia 2026
If there is a Slovenian restaurant you have been meaning to try, 28 September is the date to remember.
Autumn Restaurant Week runs from 9 to 18 October 2026, bringing special menus, some of Slovenia’s best chefs and restaurants from across the country together for ten delicious days.
Check the menus, choose your restaurant and book early – then simply arrive hungry.
