Stara gostilna
Restaurant
PIRAN
Key information
One of the oldest Piran restaurants with a new concept
Just a stone’s throw away from the hustle and bustle of the Piran waterfront, and far away from having a classic seaside offer.
The Stara gostilna Restaurant is located in between the picturesque houses of Piran. Its famous atrium allows guests to indulge in the therapeutic scent of sea spray in the summer, and observe what’s happening on the streets of Piran. The intimate but glamorous ambiance is full of creative secrets.
Along with the decor, aesthetics are also a mainstay on the plates of young chef Kristian Zule, the right hand man to the owner Donata Krašek. These two main creative forces at Stara gostilna Restaurant, with the support of their team, strive for a cosmopolitan culinary offer that combines tradition with modernity.
Photo: Dean Dubokovič, Stara gostilna archive
Innovative upgrade of the local and regional
They draw inspiration from the local environment and the region’s rich gastronomic heritage.
The most important elements are the seasonal, local, traceable and quality ingredients. The chef respectfully and carefully selects them while following the principle of zero waste.
Guests love to order their famous steak tartare, scallops, golden “črnina” with beluga caviar, foie gras and sweet “a la chef”, or embark on the culinary adventure brought on by the 8-course tasting menu. Each course is an adventure in itself, but what all of them share is an innovative modern upgrade, an elegant interpretation of Karst and Istrian flavours, and a unique sensory experience.
House sommelier Zoran Bogdanovski takes guests on a tour through as many as 400 Slovenian and foreign wines waiting to be tasted in the wine cellar, with a selection of excellent top-quality cigars providing the finishing touch.
The Stara gostilna Restaurant is the reason Piran is not just about the sea any more. Combining culinary heritage with youthful imagination and talent is undoubtedly a wonderful motivation for a visit.
Images
Photo: Dean Dubokovič, Stara gostilna archive
Photo: Dean Dubokovič, Stara gostilna archive
Photo: Dean Dubokovič, Stara gostilna archive
Photo: Dean Dubokovič, Stara gostilna archive
01/04
Who cooks
Meet the chef
KristianZule
A youthfully bold, responsible and complete chef who does not hide his ambitions.
Kristian Zule - Kiki became the youngest Slovenian chef to receive a Michelin award in 2021. Although he may seem shy, he is determined, responsible and innovative in creating his dishes.
Restaurant location
Savudrijska ulica 2, Piran
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