Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • La Gorge

    Valais

    Head to the Gorge to feast on incredible aerial views of glacial white water racing in the Fee Gorge far below; a second terrace offers views to the…

  • Elixir by Dom Wódki

    Warsaw

    Every dish at this stylish restaurant comes with a suggested pairing of Polish vodka, honey mead or a local liqueur. It's an inspired way to enjoy…

  • Kisharang

    Budapest

    Centrally located 'Little Bell' is an étkezde (canteen serving simple Hungarian dishes) that's top of the list with students and staff of the nearby…

  • Przegryź

    Warsaw

    Original paintings by top Polish artist Marcin Maciejowski and colourfully patterned tiles create a warm, quirky atmosphere at this fab all-day bistro…

  • Lokál Nad Stromovkou

    Prague

    This lovingly restored, traditional Czech pub is part of the Lokál chain, which has a commitment to high-quality ingredients and, naturally, perfectly…

  • Schäferstube

    Zermatt

    Just the kind of warm, rustic, snugly lit hut where you'll pray for the flakes to fall in winter. The Schäferstube is as traditional as they come, with…

  • Kieliszki na Hożej

    Warsaw

    The availability of 160 wines by the glass is reason enough to swing by 'Glasses on Hoża', but there's also its accomplished contemporary Polish cooking…

  • House of Small Wonder

    Berlin

    A wrought-iron staircase spirals up to this brunch and lunch oasis where potted plants and whimsical decor create a relaxed backyard garden feel. The…

  • Green Garden

    Salzburg

    The Green Garden is a breath of fresh air for vegetarians and vegans. Locavore is the word at this bright, modern cottage-style restaurant, pairing dishes…

  • Le Pointu

    Lausanne

    In a turreted belle époque building on a street corner, this cafe-restaurant is a talking point, with its boho vibe, green ceiling lit by bare bulbs,…

  • Zlatý Klas

    Prague

    This very popular pub and restaurant offers well-done Czech grub such as roast pork, goulash and fried chicken breast in a kitsch but comfortable space…

  • Weinbar Rutz

    Berlin

    Below his high-concept gourmet temple, Michelin-starred Marco Müller operates this fairly casual wine bar where the menu has a distinctly earthy and…

  • Cuisino

    Vienna

    A casino may not seem an obvious choice for dinner, but you won't regret booking here. Meals are served at candlelit, white-linen-draped tables in a red…

  • Restaurant Takumi

    Düsseldorf

    All you need to know about this hole-in-the-wall is that it's always packed elbow-to-elbow with Düsseldorf's expat Japanese community salivating over an…

  • Frisk Fisk

    Canton of Zürich

    A little drop of Nordic cool in central Winterthur, Frisk Fisk specialises in Norwegian salmon, served smoked and marinated, hot or cold, in bagels or on…

  • Česká Hospůdka

    Bohemia

    A cosy Czech pub with a wood-burning fire and excellent, inventive local cooking is just the ticket for an enjoyable evening meal. Opt for something…

  • Old Commercial Room

    Hamburg

    Around since 1795 and opposite the entrance to St Michaelis Kirche, this fine old bastion of tradition has long been serving some of Hamburg's best…

  • Die Pizzerei

    Innsbruck

    A genuine shot of Italy in the heart of Innsbruck, Die Pizzerei has a stylish bar to prop up with an aperitivo before moving onto the main act: pizza. And…

  • Sol

    Konstanz

    Over the Rhine just north of the Altstadt, this cool and wholesome cafe has a chilled vibe, with exposed stone walls and an open deli kitchen. The menu…

  • Dawno Temu Na Kazimierzu

    Kraków

    Arguably the smallest and most atmospheric of several restaurants in Kazimierz playing on the old-time Jewish theme. The traditional Polish-Jewish cooking…

  • Pan Café

    Salzburg & Salzburgerland

    If you're seeking freshly roasted Austrian speciality coffees, this wonderfully chilled cafe comes up trumps. The bright, minimalist, vaulted interior has…

  • Lichtblick

    Innsbruck

    On the 7th floor of the Rathaus Galerien, this chic glass-walled restaurant has sweeping views over Innsbruck to the Alps beyond. Backlighting and…

  • El Erni

    Fairy-Tale Road

    Satisfying the locals' cravings for quality modern Spanish cuisine in an upmarket setting since 1994, this refined restaurant forces you to choose between…

  • Mitmi Restobar

    Łódź

    Modern Polish cuisine at its best. This wildly popular bistro is always packed with diners enjoying the seasonal menu of dishes sourced locally. Choices…

  • Gostilna Pr' Starman

    The Julian Alps

    This popular gostilna (inn-like restaurant) is about 1.5km from the bus station (a 15-minute walk) in the charming village of Stara Loka. It serves…

  • Stiege No 1

    Salzburg & Salzburgerland

    Bang in the heart of the village, Stiege No 1 has a stripped-back, wood-ceilinged interior in modern alpine style. In summer, the pretty lantern-lit…

  • Restaurant Richard

    Kreuzberg

    A venue where Nazis partied in the 1930s and leftists debated in the ’70s has been reborn as a fine-dining shrine, solidly rooted in the French tradition…

  • Montreux Jazz Cafe

    Montreux

    If you can't stay in the Fairmont Le Montreux Palace, why not pop into this jazzy cafe-bar to soak up the surrounds? Sip a Bellini and enjoy global dishes…

  • Three Kids Bagel

    Geneva

    How can you elevate the humble bagel to an art form? According to Three Kids, the devil is in the detail: they take local sourcing seriously, baking…

  • Käsestube Gutes aus Milch

    Frankfurt am Main

    Over 150 cheeses from the surrounding Hesse state (and another 50 from further afield) are sold at this fabulous cheese specialist, alongside regional…

  • Osteria Chiara

    Locarno

    Hidden up a flight of steps, Osteria Chiara has all the cosy feel of a grotto (rustic Ticino-style inn or restaurant). Sit at granite tables beneath the…

  • Burger's Club

    Moravia

    Excellent, high-end burgers, tortillas and salads in the most unlikely of all locales: a sleepy tourist town best known for a neo-Gothic chateau. There's…

  • Schneider's Weinstube & Vinothek

    Baden-Baden

    A charmingly old-school choice, Schneider’s brings you the best of Badisch food and Pinot wines to the table. You’ll receive a heartfelt welcome in the…

  • Balthazar im Rudolfsturm

    Hallstatt

    Balthazar is situated 855m above Hallstatt and has the most spectacular terrace in the region. The menu is Austrian comfort food and the service is…

  • Restaurace Bílý Jednorožec

    Bohemia

    While the dining area may lack for dramatic pond-side views, this small restaurant tucked into an inn of the same name turns out exquisitely prepared…

  • Filmbar im Kesselhaus

    Krems an der Donau

    This stylish student restaurant and bar injects a bit of life into the otherwise very quiet university campus and has become the place in the area to meet…

  • Qiu

    Berlin

    The weekly changing business lunch (noon to 3pm Monday to Friday) at this stylish bar-lounge at the Mandala Hotel also includes soup or salad, a…

  • Heilig-Geist-Spital

    Nuremberg

    Lots of dark carved wood, a herd of hunting trophies and romantic candlelight make this former hospital, suspended over the Pegnitz, one of the most…

  • Si Señor

    Małopolska

    Arguably Kielce's best restaurant, with an intimate, upscale dining room of brown leather chairs, subdued lighting and dark walls. The Spanish-influenced…

  • Deins & Meins

    Zell am See

    Floor-to-ceiling glass, red velvet chairs and rotating exhibitions of modern art define this slinky lounge-restaurant. Local chef and confectioner David…

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