Restaurant in Maribor, Slovenia
Michelin-recognized contemporary dining at mid-range prices.
Two consecutive Michelin Plate recognitions (2024 and 2025) and a 4.8 Google score across 407 reviews make Restavracija Sedem the clearest value case in Maribor's contemporary dining scene. At €€ pricing with real technical ambition behind the cooking, it outperforms its price tier consistently. Book at least a week ahead for weekends.
The most common assumption about Restavracija Sedem is that it's a solid local restaurant doing familiar Central European food at mid-range prices. That reading undersells it. Two consecutive Michelin Plate recognitions (2024 and 2025) confirm this is contemporary cooking with real technical ambition, operating at a price point (€€) that is unusually accessible for the quality tier. If you're building a serious food itinerary through Slovenia and are treating Maribor as a stopover rather than a destination, Sedem is a reason to stay longer.
Restavracija Sedem sits at Cafova ulica 7 in central Maribor. The address alone signals intent: this is a city-centre venue positioned for both local regulars and the growing wave of food-focused visitors that Slovenia's wine and gastronomy reputation has been drawing in recent years. Maribor's dining scene has shifted meaningfully over the past two years, with a handful of kitchens moving toward more disciplined contemporary technique, and Sedem is consistently referenced in that conversation.
The atmosphere here matters to the decision. Based on the venue's positioning and guest review profile, the energy runs warm and engaged rather than hushed or formal. A Google rating of 4.8 across 407 reviews is a strong signal of consistency: that volume of reviews is enough to absorb outliers, and a 4.8 average at that scale suggests the kitchen and floor are performing reliably, not just occasionally. For the explorer who wants depth without the ceremony of a full fine-dining format, that balance is the draw.
The contemporary cuisine framing is worth taking seriously. This isn't a venue cooking in the contemporary mould as a marketing label: Michelin's Plate designation, awarded two years running, means inspectors found cooking that meets a minimum standard of quality and technique worth acknowledging, even without a star. At €€ pricing, that credential carries more weight than it would at a higher price tier, where technical ambition is expected. Here, it signals deliberate craft at accessible spend.
Specific seat count data is not available in our record, but Sedem's address and format suggest an intimate room. In Slovenian contemporary restaurants at this price tier, the more interesting seats are typically at or near the kitchen pass or counter, where the pacing of the meal shifts and the cooking becomes part of the experience rather than background to it. If counter or bar seating is available when you book, request it: the difference between watching a kitchen work and sitting in a side room is often the difference between a good meal and one you remember. This applies particularly for solo diners or pairs, where a counter position converts an evening out into something closer to a conversation with the food itself.
For the explorer travelling through Styria's wine corridor, Sedem also makes sense as a pairing destination. Maribor sits in a region with serious wine production, and a kitchen operating at Michelin Plate level should have a list that reflects that context. Wine pairing data is not available in our record, so confirm the list on arrival or contact the venue directly before booking if regional Slovenian wine is central to your visit.
At €€ pricing with Michelin Plate recognition, Sedem is in a category where demand can quietly outstrip availability, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings. Booking is rated Easy, but that reflects typical conditions rather than a guarantee at peak times. Plan at least a week ahead for weekend dining; midweek tables should be direct. No booking method or contact phone is confirmed in our database, so approach via the venue's own website or walk past and book in person if you're already in Maribor.
| Detail | Restavracija Sedem | MAK | City Terasa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price range | €€ | €€€€ | €€ |
| Cuisine | Contemporary | Creative | Mediterranean |
| Michelin recognition | Plate (2024, 2025) | Check Pearl page | Check Pearl page |
| Google rating | 4.8 / 407 reviews | See MAK on Pearl | See City Terasa on Pearl |
| Booking difficulty | Easy | Check Pearl page | Check Pearl page |
| Address | Cafova ulica 7, Maribor | Maribor | Maribor |
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If Sedem convinces you that Slovenia punches above its weight gastronomically, the wider network is worth mapping. Hiša Franko in Kobarid is the benchmark for the country's top tier. Hiša Denk in Zgornja Kungota is the closest high-ambition kitchen to Maribor geographically and worth considering as a pairing for the same trip. Milka in Kranjska Gora, Dam in Nova Gorica, Gostilna Pri Lojzetu in Vipava, Grič in Šentjošt nad Horjulom, Hiša Linhart in Radovljica, and Pavus in Lasko round out a country-wide contemporary circuit that rewards planning. For international context on what contemporary cooking at this ambition level looks like in larger markets, César in New York City and Jungsik in Seoul offer useful reference points.
Your leading alternatives in Maribor depend on what you're optimising for. MAK is the right choice if you want a full creative tasting-menu experience and are prepared for the €€€€ price tier. City Terasa matches Sedem on price (€€) with a Mediterranean focus, making it a reasonable alternative if contemporary Slovenian cooking isn't a priority. Restavracija Rožmarin is worth checking for a more traditional register. For the sharpest combination of value and Michelin-level recognition, Sedem remains the pick in its price bracket.
No formal dress code is listed, which is consistent with Maribor's dining culture and Sedem's €€ pricing. Smart casual is the safe call: neat, put-together clothing without requiring a jacket. The Michelin Plate recognition means the room takes the food seriously, but it doesn't signal the kind of formal atmosphere that would make jeans feel out of place. Avoid beachwear or overly casual dress if you want to match the tone of the room.
No specific dietary restriction information is confirmed in our database. Given the contemporary cuisine format and the kitchen's Michelin Plate standing, the expectation is that serious dietary needs (allergies, vegetarian, etc.) can be accommodated with advance notice. Contact the venue directly before booking if restrictions are non-negotiable for your group: this applies to any restaurant operating at this level where menus may follow a set or tasting format.
Booking is rated Easy, so last-minute availability is realistic for midweek dining. For weekend evenings, aim for at least a week's notice. Sedem's Michelin Plate recognition and 4.8 Google score mean it attracts consistent demand from both locals and food-focused visitors, so don't leave a Saturday booking to 48 hours out if you can avoid it. If you're visiting during Maribor's summer festival season or major local events, book further ahead regardless of the day.
At €€ pricing with two consecutive Michelin Plate recognitions, Sedem represents one of the stronger value cases in Maribor. You are getting contemporary cooking that has been vetted by Michelin inspectors at a price point where that credential is unusual. The comparison to make is not against cheaper bistros but against what €€ gets you elsewhere in Slovenia: at this tier, Sedem competes well. If you're spending up to MAK's €€€€ level, the experience is different in scale and ambition. But for the money, Sedem delivers a quality-to-price ratio that is hard to argue with in this city.
Specific tasting menu details are not confirmed in our database, so we cannot verify structure, course count, or price. Given the contemporary cuisine format and Michelin Plate recognition across two years, a structured tasting option is plausible and would be consistent with the kitchen's ambitions. If a tasting menu is available, the value case at €€ pricing is strong. Confirm directly with the venue before booking if a tasting format is central to your decision.
Yes, with the right framing. Sedem's Michelin Plate credentials and 4.8 score signal a kitchen and floor that can deliver a memorable meal, and the €€ price point means a special occasion here doesn't require the spend of a full fine-dining evening. It's a better fit for occasions where the food is the focus rather than a formal ceremonial atmosphere: think birthday dinners for serious eaters, anniversary meals for couples who travel for food, or a celebration where you want the quality to feel intentional without the rigidity of a starred room. For maximum occasion impact in Maribor, request the leading available seating when you book.
| Venue | Cuisine | Awards | Booking Difficulty | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restavracija Sedem | Contemporary | Michelin Plate (2025); Michelin Plate (2024) | Easy | — |
| MAK | Creative | Unknown | — | |
| City Terasa | Mediterranean Cuisine | Unknown | — | |
| Restavracija Rožmarin | Unknown | — |
Key differences to consider before you reserve.
MAK is the main competitor worth comparing: it sits in a similar price bracket with a more established local profile. City Terasa works better if you want a terrace setting and a lighter, less formal meal. Restavracija Rožmarin is a reasonable fallback if Sedem is fully booked, though its menu format is more traditional. For the Michelin Plate credential at €€ pricing, Sedem is the strongest current case in Maribor.
The venue data doesn't specify a dress code, but contemporary restaurants at Michelin Plate level in mid-sized Central European cities typically expect neat, presentable clothing rather than formal attire. A clean, put-together look fits the context; jeans are generally fine if the rest of the outfit is considered. Avoid beachwear or overly casual sportswear.
No specific dietary policy is documented in our record. At a Michelin Plate-recognized contemporary restaurant, kitchen flexibility for common restrictions is standard practice, but confirm directly when booking. Given the €€ price point and the format, it is worth raising requirements at the time of reservation rather than on the night.
Book at least one to two weeks ahead for weekend tables; midweek is more forgiving. Michelin Plate recognition, even at €€ pricing, is enough to pull demand from visitors travelling specifically to Maribor, so Friday and Saturday evenings fill faster than the address or price point might suggest. Don't assume availability and show up unannounced.
Yes, for contemporary cuisine with consecutive Michelin Plate recognition in 2024 and 2025, the €€ price range is a genuine value proposition. You are paying Central European mid-range prices for a kitchen that has been assessed and flagged by Michelin's inspectors. In most Western European cities, that combination does not exist at this price tier.
No tasting menu specifics are in our record, so we cannot confirm format, course count, or price. What the Michelin Plate recognition does confirm is that the kitchen is operating at a level where a structured tasting format, if offered, is worth exploring. Ask at booking whether a set menu is available and what the current price looks like; at €€ overall pricing, it is unlikely to carry a significant premium over à la carte.
Yes. The combination of a central Maribor address, consecutive Michelin Plate recognition, and €€ pricing means you get a credible special-occasion setting without the financial commitment of Slovenia's higher-end destinations like Hiša Franko. If you want something more intimate or higher-stakes, you would need to leave Maribor. For a birthday dinner or anniversary within the city, Sedem is the practical choice.
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