Ošterija Žogica

Rating: 12.5
Author: Gault&Millau

Soška cesta 52, 5250 Nova Gorica, Slovenia

12.5/20
Gourmet Restaurant

7 PHOTOS

Chef: Jakob Golob
Cooking: Home cooking | Mediterranean | Traditional
Services: Panoramic view

Gault&Millau's review 2026

This culinary stop on the picturesque banks of the crystal-green Soča River, with panoramic views of the surrounding hills, remains faithful to its Primorska roots, grandmother’s recipes, and trusted homemade combinations. The English-style roast beef is prepared with remarkable precision: beautifully seared on the outside while retaining a rosy center within. Thinly sliced, it is tender, juicy, and full of flavour. A handful of fresh arugula is laid over the meat, while aged balsamic vinegar creates a pleasant sweet-and-sour accent, complemented by the sharpness of shaved aged Parmesan. For lovers of warm meat dishes, there is pork tenderloin served in a clay dish. Embraced by gorgonzola and fragrant porcini mushrooms, it is slowly baked in a wood-fired oven, which lends it a distinctive aroma. Handmade štruklji absorb the rich juices beautifully, making the dish perfectly suited to slow, indulgent enjoyment. A timeless classic on the menu is the homemade carbonara noodles, though the kitchen continually returns to local and seasonal ingredients, thoughtfully transforming them into contemporary dishes. The central thread remains a union of tradition, creativity, and that unmistakable Primorska warmth that keeps guests happily returning beneath the Solkan Bridge.