Star Wine List
Our verdict
The address places it inside a quieter tier of the city's drinking and dining scene, where the emphasis tends toward the glass rather than the occasion.
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- Address
- Šmartinska c. 53, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
- Phone
- +38614018000
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–11 PMSat 10 AM–2 PMSun Closed
- Website
- evino.si
- Directions
- Get directions
- Booking
- Book on the venue's website
This positioning matters when reading Evino in context. The shift toward venues where the wine list carries genuine editorial weight, and where the food is built to support that list rather than compete with it, has been gradual but measurable. The country's three primary regions, Primorska in the west, Posavje in the southeast, and Podravje in the northeast, produce across a striking range of styles, from the oxidative, long-macerated orange wines that made Brda and Vipava globally legible to the more conventional but underrated Rebula and Zelen whites.
The answer, for the venues that have lasted, has been to build around a point of view rather than around volume. Broader lists without editorial discipline tend to confuse rather than guide. Evino operates within that same logic, at a remove from the tourist circuit that allows a slightly more specialist approach.
For comparison, venues like Gostilna Pri Lojzetu in Vipava and Dam in Nova Gorica anchor the Primorska wine country dining circuit. Further afield, Milka in Kranjska Gora, Pavus in Lasko, Hiša Linhart in Radovljica, Hiša Denk in Zgornja Kungota, Grič in Šentjošt nad Horjulom, Gostilna Skaručna in Vodice, and
Frequently asked questions
Where is Evino located?
Evino is located at Šmartinska c. 53, 1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia, Ljubljana.
Is Evino worth visiting if I am already exploring Ljubljana's Old Town wine bars?
Evino's address at Šmartinska cesta 53 places it roughly fifteen minutes east of the Old Town, which means it draws a different crowd from the tourist-facing bars along the Ljubljanica. For anyone building a picture of how Ljubljana's wine scene has spread beyond the medieval core, that geographic gap is precisely the point. Slovenia's domestic wine production from regions like Brda and the Karst has enough range to justify two stops in one city.
What should I order at Evino?
Given its wine-focused positioning at Šmartinska cesta 53, the logical starting point is the Slovenian wine list — Slovenia produces serious whites from Brda and the Vipava Valley that rarely appear on Old Town menus.
Do they take walk-ins at Evino?
Walk-in policy has not been confirmed for Evino. The Šmartinska cesta address sits outside Ljubljana's Old Town foot traffic, which typically means lower passing-trade pressure and a reasonable chance of securing a spot without a reservation. Contacting the venue directly before visiting is the safest approach.
Recognition, Side-by-Side
Comparable venues nearby, for context on price, style, and recognition.
| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EvinoThis venue — the venue you are viewing | European Wine Bar | Not listed | Star Wine List | Not listed |
| Slaščičarna Lolita | Artisanal Patisserie & Café | $10–20 | Not listed | Old Town (Stari Trg area) |
| Kruhkerija Gorjanc Ljubljana | Traditional Slovenian Hotemaški Kruhki | $10–20 | Not listed | Dunajska Street / Central Ljubljana |
| Joe Peña's | Traditional Mexican Tex-Mex | $20–30 | Not listed | Center |
| Beli labod 2ï¼ç½å¤©é¹ é¤å ï¼ | Authentic Chinese | $10–20 | Not listed | Bežigrad |
| Birdie Restaurant | Modern European Bistro | Not listed | Not listed | Trnovo |
Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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Evino
The wine
- Wine program
- Exceptional wine program
- Extensive wine list
Details
- Elegant
- Cozy
- Sophisticated
- Business Dinner
- Date Night
- Casual Hangout
- Wine Cellar
- Extensive Wine List
- Local Sourcing
- A La Carte
- Small Plates
- Wine
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Tuesday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Wednesday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Thursday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Friday
- 8 AM–11 PM
- Saturday
- 10 AM–2 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Warm, relaxed yet elegant atmosphere with cozy ambient ideal for wine tasting and socializing.