Cheap Eats Ljubljana: 17 Restaurants & Budget Bites (2025)

Slovenia is still a bit under the radar as an international travel destination, and its capital city, Ljubljana, completely won me over. It’s fun, walkable, and full of charm, with colorful streets and a clear commitment to its recycling and zero waste goals. The city is also one of the more affordable capitals in Europe, which makes it perfect for a budget-friendly city break. There are so many great options for cheap eats Ljubljana has to offer, from cozy restaurants and bakeries to quick takeout spots.

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Affordable Restaurants in Ljubljana

If you’re after the best cheap eats Ljubljana has to offer that still let you sit down and relax, these restaurants are your best bet.

• Druga Violina – €10–15 Known for traditional dishes, affordable prices and a social mission to support and employ people with disabilities.
• Čevabdžinica Sarajevo ’84 – €10–15 A favorite for Balkan comfort food. Busy, yummy and cheap. I highly recommend this one if you’re looking for great cheap eats in Ljubljana.
• Indijska Restavracija Zaika – €10–15 A highly rated, local favorite Indian restaurant. Delicious curries at fair prices.
• Fari’s – €5–10 Casual, counter style place with a few tables inside and outside. Fast and budget friendly with wraps, pita, falafel and vegetarian menu.
• Klobasarna – €5–10 A must-try for Slovenia’s traditional “kranjska klobasa” (Carniolan sausage). Mostly outdoor seating or standing room.
• Hood Burger Center – €10–15 One of the city’s most popular burger joints with various burgers as well as vegetarian and vegan options.
• Patrón Tacos & Bar – €10–15 Great spot for traditional tacos, margaritas, and good vibes.
• Pizzeria Foculus – €10–15 Large pizza restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating and many options for toppings.
• Pizzeria Parma – €10–15 A busy pizzeria popular with students. Great, casual spot for personal pizzas and beers.
• Okrepčevalnica Ajda Ademi Esad s.p. – €5–10 A quick, cheap fast food restaurant for burgers, salads, etc.
• Abi Falafel – €10–15 Small place with limited seating but consistently gets rave reviews for delicious, fresh food.

Cheap Takeaway in Ljubljana

Here are some of the best takeaway cheap eats Ljubljana has to offer.

• OnThai – €5–10 Tasty and authentic Thai dishes. Great for quick takeout or they do have a few seats inside.
• Niam Niam – €5–10 A quick and easy spot for Chinese takeaway.
• Babu’s Asian Street Food – €5–10 A mix of Thai, Vietnamese, and Malaysian dishes. Fast, flavorful, and highly rated. They prefer cash, so make sure to have some on you.

Bakeries & Burek

• Nobel Burek – €1–5 Hole in the wall takeaway with cheap burek, wraps and more. Great for any time of day as they are open 24 hours.
• Burek Olimpija – €1–5 Cheap and yummy burek, always busy for a reason. Open 24 hours.
• Brot Pekarna – €5–10 Super cute artisan bakery offering high-quality pastries, breads, and sandwiches. Great for breakfast or lunch. Some seating is available.

Cheap Eats Ljubljana Map

Map Key:

• 🟨 Yellow = Restaurants
• 🟩 Green = Takeaway
• 🟥 Red = Bakeries & Burek

Save at Grocery Stores

Utilizing grocery stores is a great way to keep costs down while traveling. I often balance eating out at more affordable places with doing many meals from the grocery store. I don’t often cook while traveling but for me this looks like getting breakfast shakes or yogurt and bars for breakfast and pre-made sandwiches or salads for lunch or dinner. To maximize your cheap eats in Ljubljana you can balance going out and grabbing bites from the grocery stores. The main ones in Ljubljana are Lidl, Mercator, Hofer and Spar. We often went to the Lidl by the train/bus station as it was closest to our accommodation but each one will offer a different variety of premade items.