The prestigious culinary guide Gault&Millau Slovenia has unveiled its eagerly anticipated list of the country’s premier dining establishments for 2025.
This year, three exceptional restaurants have joined the distinguished ranks of the coveted 4 toque winners, while 31 other remarkable venues have earned the prestigious 3 toque recognition.
Tomaž Kavčič Named Chef of the Year
In a crowning achievement, renowned chef Tomaž Kavčič has been honoured with the prestigious title of “Chef of the Year”, further cementing his legacy in Slovenia’s gastronomic excellence.
As the main partner of Gault&Millau Slovenia, the Slovenian Tourist Board plays a vital role in championing the growth and global acclaim of Slovenia’s culinary landscape.
On March 18th, the recipients of the esteemed Gault&Millau Slovenia awards for 2025 basked in the glow of flashing cameras at the Festival Hall in Ljubljana.
The evening was a celebration of Slovenia’s finest culinary talents, where both seasoned experts and fresh names in Slovenian gastronomy shared the spotlight.
At the pinnacle of the evening, Minister of the Economy, Tourism and Sports, Matjaž Han, extended his congratulations to Tomaž Kavčič of Gostilna Pri Lojzetu, named Chef of the Year 2025.
Growth of Slovenia’s Gastronomic Scene
This year’s awards ceremony reflected the remarkable evolution of Slovenian gastronomy, showcasing a trend of continuous improvement, skill, creativity and visionary thinking.
The ranks of 4 toque winners were bolstered by three new restaurants compared to 2024, with Hiša Franko once again leading the charge with the highest number of points.
For the seventh consecutive year, the Slovenian Tourist Board has been the proud main partner of Gault&Millau Slovenia.
Slovenia’s Global Culinary Recognition
MSc. Maja Pak Olaj, Director of the Slovenian Tourist Board, commented on this year’s announcement:
“Slovenia is solidifying its reputation on the global culinary stage as one of the most exciting destinations, where passion, creativity and sustainability converge to create exceptional gastronomic experiences.
The 2025 guide highlights Slovenia’s top culinary masters, restaurateurs, winemakers and creators, whose innovative approaches and respect for local ingredients help define our country’s gastronomic identity.
Slovenia stands out on the global culinary map with its commitment to sustainability, proudly represented by the Slovenia Green label.
The guide also places special emphasis on traditional Slovenian restaurants, gostilnas, that honour and preserve the country’s rich culinary heritage under the prestigious symbol of Gostilna Slovenija.
The Gault&Millau guide continues to be an invaluable resource for uncovering extraordinary culinary stories, playing a vital role in promoting Slovenian gastronomy both at home and on the international stage.”
Full List to Be Unveiled in April
The full list of over 200 dining establishments will be unveiled in April in the printed edition of the guide. In the meantime, we invite you to explore Gault&Millau-related content on www.slovenia.info for exclusive insights and further details.
