Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Fräulein Lecker

    Ulm

    Almost Scandi in style with its clean-lined simplicity, this wine-store-bar-bistro lit by funky bottle lights is a wonderful place to try (and buy) local…

  • Living Room

    Geneva

    Tasteful decor in a gold-kissed, dove-grey dining room, refined service, glorious views of Lake Geneva, and a menu that puts creative riffs on seasonal…

  • Ess Bar

    Konstanz

    The packed tables speak volumes at this minimalist-chic, monochrome-toned bistro, with banquette seating and a pavement terrace for summer-day dining. The…

  • Glass Garden

    Salzburg

    One to impress, the Glass Garden is canopied by a striking glass dome at the Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, with panoramic city views from on high. The eye…

  • Main Tower Restaurant

    Frankfurt am Main

    You can admire the cityscape from the Main Tower either at its 53rd-floor restaurant, while dining on dishes like boiled wagyu beef Tafelspitz or yellow…

  • Nonna Gina

    Český Krumlov

    Authentic Italian flavours from the Massaro family feature at this long-established pizzeria, where the quality of food and service knocks the socks off…

  • Airtime

    Lauterbrunnen

    Inspired by their travels in New Zealand, Daniela and Beni have set up this funky cafe, book exchange, laundry service and extreme-sports agency. Munch…

  • Bäumli

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Creaking with 500 years of personality, this late-medieval wine tavern houses a wood-panelled, candlelit restaurant that showcases all the typical…

  • Warszawska

    Warsaw

    Occupying two basement levels of Hotel Warszawa, the design of this fabulous restaurant and bar conjures up the sleek lair of a James Bond villain. Chef…

  • Schwarzwaldhaus

    The Black Forest

    With dark wood panelling, low beams, banquette seating and a Kachelofen (ceramic tiled oven), the Schwarzwaldhaus is a rustic tavern in the traditional…

  • Faustfood

    Erfurt

    Despite its casual, student-y vibe, this rambunctious grill house is a great place for traditional Thuringian grills (Rostbrätel and bratwurst), plus more…

  • Flo's

    Zell am See

    Worth the short hop out of town, this nicely chilled restaurant prides itself on season-driven modern Austrian cuisine with an experimental twist – and it…

  • Zum Zirkelwirt

    Salzburg

    A jovial inn serving good old-fashioned Austrian grub is what you get at Zum Zirkelwirt, which has a cracking beer garden on a tucked-away square and a…

  • Bratislavský Meštiansky Pivovar

    Bratislava

    Continuing Bratislava's 600-year-old beer-making tradition, this brewery and restaurant offers home-brewed and German beers to accompany its menu of…

  • Grill Royal

    Berlin

    With its airy dining room, original look-at-me art, polyglot staff and open kitchen, Grill Royal ticks all the boxes of a true metropolitan restaurant. A…

  • Endlich

    Tyrol

    If you endlich (finally) find your way to this deli–wine shop and bistro-style restaurant, you’re onto a good thing. With just 18 covers, dining here is…

  • La Tavolozza

    Vienna

    You'll feel part of the famiglia at this friendly neighbourhood Italian place, where tightly packed tables are lit by candlelight. The food is superb:…

  • Crêperie Le Rustique

    Valais

    Locals love the Rustic, handily placed between the train station and town, and known for its wholly affordable dining at any time of day. Kick off with…

  • Fuji

    Óbuda & Buda Hills

    It's well worth travelling into the hills of posh district II for the most authentic Japanese food in town. Apart from super fresh sashimi sets and…

  • Galzig Bistro

    Tyrol

    Winningly fresh produce is the secret to the bistro-style dishes served at Galzig, which stretch from gourmet salads (wild herb and pine nut, for instance…

  • Pavillon

    Brno

    High-end dining in an elegant, airy space that recalls the city's heritage in functionalist architecture. The menu changes with the season, but usually…

  • Kim

    Vienna

    Kim Kocht puts her own creative spin on Korean and Japanese cuisine at this understatedly stylish restaurant. Her menus are constantly changing but often…

  • Gostilna Psnak

    Triglav National Park

    Lunch or dinner at this traditional inn within the confines of Triglav National Park, about 15km northwest of Bled, is a just reward for cycling the…

  • Zum Goldenen Schwan

    Erfurt

    This authentic inn serves all the usual Thuringian classics, but if you’re up to mounting your own Man vs Food challenge, try something called…

  • Bräustüberl

    Tyrol

    As traditionally Austrian as they come, this brewpub-restaurant dishes up satisfying Tyrolean and Bavarian grub, from schnitzel as big as a boot to…

  • Rusiko

    Warsaw

    Consistently tapped as Warsaw's best Georgian restaurant, Rusiko serves very authentic dishes such as freshly baked cheese and egg-filled breads and…

  • Rio’s Vyšehrad

    Prague

    Located opposite the Church of Sts Peter & Paul, this is an attractive modern restaurant set in an ancient building. There’s an elegant indoor dining room…

  • Olive

    Innsbruck

    Vegetarians and vegans are in their element at this cute retro-flavoured bistro, with wood floors, a mishmash of vintage furniture and the warmest of…

  • La Hospoda

    Karlovy Vary

    This upscale take on a traditional Czech pub goes beyond staples like roast pork and wienerschnitzel to delicacies like baked goose and roast boar served…

  • Akropolis

    Wrocław

    Easily confused with the Akropolis Taverna, a few doors along at Rynek 20/21, this restaurant serves excellent Greek food with great views of the market…

  • Blaue Gans Restaurant

    Salzburg

    In the 650-year-old vaults of Arthotel Blaue Gans, this restaurant is a refined setting for creative takes on regional cuisine with a seasonal slant, such…

  • Meze Akademie

    Swabian Alps Region

    Creative riffs on Greek meze (small dishes to share) take centre stage at this slick restaurant, with an open-plan design and bistro-style seating at bare…

  • Gampe Thaya

    Tyrol

    High above Sölden, this dream of a mountain hut has ringside views of the Ötztal Alps from its sun terrace – equally lovely whether snowbound in winter or…

  • Kraftwerk

    Zell am See

    Housed in a converted 1930s power station, this stylish postindustrial, brick-walled newcomer to Zell am See's dining scene puts an imaginative spin on…

  • Alej

    Slovakia

    Visitors who aren't lured in by the snack stands around Bojnice Castle can enjoy a feast prepared with finesse at Alej. Everything from the chalet-style…

  • Muto

    Linz

    Muto is Latin for 'transform', which is what the culinary wizards achieve in the kitchen. Meat- and fish-based menus might include smoked quail with…

  • Monte Christo

    Baden-Baden

    Bare wood tables, soft lighting and decorative tiles create a cosy feel at this tapas bar, where punchy Spanish flavours – from baked sheep's cheese with…

  • Urban House

    Bratislava

    Earnest but hip Urban House gamely serves brunch through to late-night burgers, along with outstanding coffees, cocktails and craft beers. Between truffle…

  • D'Chuchi

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Petite and cosy, with exposed brick, soft lighting and banquette seating, D'Chuchi has just a handful of tables – so book ahead. The chef prides himself…

  • Druga Violina

    Ljubljana

    Just opposite the Academy of Music, the 'Second Fiddle' is an extremely pleasant and affordable place for a meal in the Old Town. There are lots of…

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