Restaurant Mak

Restaurant Mak in Pobrežje, Maribor, is led by chef David Vračko, who opened the restaurant in 2011 after ten years of working and travelling abroad. His approach centres on creative contemporary cuisine and a personal connection with the guest.

At Mak, there is no traditional menu. Guests choose the scope of the meal, while the chef shapes a sequence of dishes from carefully selected ingredients. The Michelin Guide highlights unusual textures, bold combinations and a culinary performance and tasting menus of 5–6 courses at lunch and 11 courses in the evening. Friday and Saturday evenings also feature live music.

The local connection extends to the drinks: one of the house elements is pear schnapps made from pears grown in the Vračko family orchards south of Maribor. The restaurant is a JRE member, Gault&Millau gives it 17/20 in its 2026 guide, and it is also included in the Michelin Guide selection.