Gostilna Zgornji Kirn

Gostilna Zgornji Kirn is a country tavern at Kamnik pod Krimom 60, near Preserje, on the edge of the Ljubljana Marshes in the central Slovenia region. The village sits beneath Mount Krim, south of Ljubljana, in an area of meadows and wetlands popular with cyclists and walkers. The tavern was listed by Gault and Millau in 2020, a recognition that places it among the notable traditional restaurants of the region, and it is open at weekends only.

The cooking is traditional Slovenian. Dishes associated with the venue include Kranjska klobasa (Carniolan sausage), Idrijski žlikrofi (small filled dumplings from Idrija) and štruklji (rolled dumplings served savoury or sweet). These are staples of Slovenian home cooking and are often regarded as national classics. A country gostilna of this kind typically adds soups, roast meats and seasonal sides, and servings are generous. Prices are in the moderate bracket and are generally below those of central Ljubljana.

The dining room is rustic and unfussy, with a relaxed family atmosphere and no dress code. Weekend lunch is the main service, and the room can be busy with local families and groups, so noise levels vary with the crowd. The surrounding marshland and the slopes of Krim make the tavern a natural lunch stop after a bike ride or hike, and the location is about a short drive from the Ljubljana ring road.

The drinks list focuses on Slovenian wines and beers, with local spirits often available after the meal. The tavern is open on Saturday from 12PM to 10PM and on Sunday from 12PM to 8PM, and it is closed from Monday to Friday. Because the opening window is limited to two days a week, tables fill quickly. Reservations can be made on +386 1 363 10 13, and booking several days ahead is advisable, with a week or more suggested for Sunday lunch and for groups. Visitors arriving by car should allow for rural roads.