Slovenian food is hearty and the wine is better than most people expect. Ljubljana is a great place to try both, from a Kranjska sausage to a long Balkan grill dinner. Here is what to order – and how to turn dinner into part of the stag do.
Food and drink at a glance
~€14
a meal in a cheap restaurant
~€3.50
a draught beer
2015
Kranjska sausage EU-protected
1825
Laško brewery founded
3
Slovenian wine regions
What to eat
🌭 Kranjska klobasa
Slovenia’s famous smoked sausage – EU-protected since 2015.
🥟 Štruklji
Rolled dumplings, sweet or savoury – a classic side.
🍖 Balkan grill
Grilled meats and cheeses for a big group table.
🥩 Steak dinner
A proper steak night before the club.
🍔 Burgers and beer
The easy option before or after the night out.
What to drink
The beer
Laško and Union
Slovenia’s two big breweries – Laško dates back to 1825.
The wine
Three regions
Primorska, Podravje and Posavje – try Vipava valley wines.
The market
Open Kitchen
Street food on sunny Fridays from March to October.
Taste it with us
FAQ
What is the most typical food in Ljubljana?
Kranjska sausage, štruklji and potica, plus grilled Balkan dishes.
Which beer do people drink in Ljubljana?
Mostly Laško and Union, plus local craft beers.
Is Slovenian wine good?
Yes – especially from the Vipava valley and Goriška Brda. Try a wine tasting or a wine tour.
Can you book a group dinner?
Yes – Slovenian, Balkan, steak or burger menus for the whole group.
