Pop's Pizza & Sport
Breg, Ljubljana
Restaurant in Ljubljana, Slovenia
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Pick Pop's Pizza & Sport for a casual Ljubljana meal when ease matters more than ceremony. It is better suited to friends, repeat visits, and low-pressure evenings than to tasting-menu dining or a polished special occasion; cross-shop The Restaurant or Peti 181 if the meal needs to feel more structured.
About Pop's Pizza & Sport
Pop's Pizza & Sport is a casual Ljubljana option with direct planning basics: it is listed as open daily from 12–11 PM, and the dress code is casual. Treat the venue as a straightforward choice, and confirm details such as menu format, service style, pricing, reservations, or setting directly if they matter to your plans.
A casual Ljubljana option with straightforward planning
The safest way to frame Pop's Pizza & Sport is practical rather than elaborate. It is in Ljubljana, keeps the same 12–11 PM hours every day, and does not call for formal dress. If you are comparing it with more itinerary-driven meals, make decisions based on your preferred mood, timing, and availability rather than assuming a more specific venue format.
For comparison planning, you can also look at The Restaurant and Peti 181. Use those references as part of a broader shortlist, then confirm current details directly before making a final plan.
Who should choose it next time
Choose Pop's Pizza & Sport when a casual Ljubljana stop with daily 12–11 PM hours fits your schedule. Keep the expectation simple, and contact the venue directly about group suitability, menu structure, pricing, reservations, or special-occasion polish if those details are important to your plans.
For broader planning, use the full Ljubljana restaurants guide before pairing the meal with the Ljubljana bars guide or the Ljubljana hotels guide. If you want other options to compare, consider Barra, Valvas'or, Zlata ladjica, or Peti 181 alongside other dining options.
Planning details
- Location
- Breg 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Website
- pizza.thepopsplace.com
- Phone
- +38659828480
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Pop's Pizza & Sport presents a relaxed, unpretentious vibe rooted in its Breg embankment setting. The venue leans into casual neighbourhood life more than culinary ceremony, pairing straightforward pizza with a sports-bar atmosphere. Guests encounter a riverside mood—low stone buildings and the slow current of the Ljubljanica provide a scenic backdrop—while the room fills with the energy of match screenings and weeknight crowds. Service is informal and the focus is on conviviality; this is a place where conversation and community outweigh tasting-menu formality.
Best For
Pop's works best for informal dinners, group nights and late-evening hangs. It functions as a neighbourhood anchor for students, locals and anyone looking to watch a game while sharing pizza; the description highlights Champions League fixtures as peak moments. It is not a destination for refined tasting menus or curated wine lists, but it is ideal for weeknight meals, casual group dining and late-night stops before the old town winds down around midnight.
Ordering Tips
Order in the spirit of the place: pizza is the format here, with options that range from thin-crust Italian-adjacent to doughier Balkan styles as described in the neighbourhood context. Expect a sports-bar tempo during matches, so choose crowd-pleasing pies that travel well to a group and arrive ready for sharing. Don’t come expecting formal service or an extensive wine program—the venue trades culinary fuss for an easygoing, convivial meal that suits the riverside, after-work and late-night crowd.
Venue details
Ambiance
Relaxed and stylish decor with amazing vibes and a view of Ljubljana Castle.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Breg 2, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Barra, Notable alternative
- The Restaurant, Regional European, €€€
- Zlata ladjica, Notable alternative
- Peti 181, Mediterranean Cuisine, €€€
- Valvas'or, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Against The Restaurant and Peti 181, this is the more casual choice. Those two sit in the €€€ tier and make more sense when the dinner itself needs structure, regional European cooking, or Mediterranean polish. Pop's Pizza & Sport is the better fit when the brief is easier: pizza, sport-friendly energy, and less pressure around the reservation.
Barra, Zlata ladjica, and Valvas'or are stronger cross-shops if ambiance matters more than informality. Choose Valvas'or or Zlata ladjica for a more composed Ljubljana dinner; choose Barra when the night is likely to continue with drinks. For the easiest, least formal meal in this set, Pop's Pizza & Sport is the practical call.
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Compare Pop's Pizza & Sport
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pop's Pizza & Sport | Ljubljana | , | , | No published awards |
| Barra | Ljubljana | , | , | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #1Michelin Guide Germany 20262026 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 OAD Casual in Europe Ranked · #3362024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| The Restaurant | Ljubljana | Regional European | €€€ | Star Wine Lists 2026 · #12026 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #212026 Falstaff Restaurant Guide2026 La Liste Top RestaurantsWe're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 The Best Chef Two Knives2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin 2 Stars2024 OAD Classical in Europe Ranked · #55 |
| Zlata ladjica | Ljubljana | , | , | No published awards |
| Peti 181 | Ljubljana | Mediterranean Cuisine | €€€ | Michelin Guide Slovenia 20262026 Michelin Plate2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate |
| Valvas'or | Ljubljana | , | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Pop's Pizza & Sport?
Pop's Pizza & Sport is listed as open daily from 12–11 PM in Ljubljana. Confirm booking requirements directly before you go.
What should I wear to Pop's Pizza & Sport?
Keep it casual. The dress code for Pop's Pizza & Sport is casual.
Is Pop's Pizza & Sport good for a special occasion?
That depends on the kind of occasion. Pop's Pizza & Sport has a casual dress code and daily 12–11 PM hours; for atmosphere, service style, and special-occasion suitability, contact the venue directly.
Is lunch or dinner better at Pop's Pizza & Sport?
Pop's Pizza & Sport is listed as open from 12–11 PM every day. Choose the timing that fits your schedule and confirm current operations directly if needed.
What are alternatives to Pop's Pizza & Sport?
Other options to compare include The Restaurant, Valvas'or, Zlata ladjica, Barra, and Peti 181. Check current details for each before deciding.
Can Pop's Pizza & Sport accommodate groups?
If you are visiting with a group, contact Pop's Pizza & Sport directly to confirm availability and any booking requirements.
