Maxim
Modern European cuisine with a local character
Maxim is a prestigious Ljubljana restaurant, distinguished by its original dishes and culinary specialties made by internationally renowned chefs. Visiting Maxim is always an unforgettable experience.
Maxim's culinary experience is intended for gourmets, connoisseurs and people who appreciate the expertly selected flavours of fresh, local ingredients. Here, an experienced team of chefs, confectioners, bakers and wine experts create sophisticated gourmet masterpieces. Their joint creations are based on original combinations of delicious flavours, blended into a harmonious culinary experience.
Maxim’s menu features dishes brought together in gourmet and a la carte menus, with many specialities created daily. They are inspired by the fresh ingredients of the day, so guests only learn about them from the waiter when ordering. The waiters will also suggest the perfect wine to accompany your meal. Maxim's selection of quality wines includes more than 200 of the most prestigious wines from regions from all around the world.
Chef Peter Kovač
The most important person in the Maxim restaurant is chef Peter Kovač. Peter is a modern and technically skilled chef, sophisticated in the world of culinary art, who brought a breath of fresh air and many ideas for new dishes into the restaurant. He began to introduce new dishes as soon as he took over this prestigious Ljubljana restaurant; however, the basis is still rooted in French cuisine with a touch of Mediterranean and local flavours, as Peter enjoys using local ingredients and traditional methods of preparing his creations. Three times a year, he and his team completely rework and refresh Maxim's menu. The dessert menu is also refreshed each time to offer even more sophisticated and spectacular items. Since dishes must be accompanied by the best wines, the wine list is also updated annually. The focus is mainly on light, fresh Slovenian wines.
Awards that demonstrate its quality
Ljubljana's Maxim restaurant is a prestigious restaurant, which has already received several culinary awards. Maxim received:
- The Michelin Plate 2020 (Michelin Guide), which distinguishes restaurants that carefully prepare good meals from fresh ingredients,
- Gault & Millau Award for Best Waiter 2019,
- Gault & Millau award for top cuisine (16.5 points and 3 toques),
- the best restaurant in Ljubljana (SIOL.net portal) in 2017 and 2018,
- a multiple recipient of the Ljubljana Quality Selection, which is awarded every year by the Commission for Quality in Tourism, made up of experts in various fields.
Maxim Restaurant – just for you
Maxim Restaurant can seat up to 80 guests, or up to 200 guests at standing parties, and has two private areas for smaller groups. In the summer time, our guests can enjoy the pleasant summer garden by the fountain.
Reservations
For a reservation you can fill in the form below or write an email to maxim@mercator.si or call us on +386 51 285 335.
Opening hours
Dear guests!
We would like to kindly inform you that restaurant Maxim is closed from 2nd to 15th August. We look forward to seeing you again on Monday, 16th of August, from 12 o'clock.
Monday - Friday
12.00–22.00
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