Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Ostarija Peglez'n

    Lake Bled

    Fish is the main game at the lovely, central 'Iron Inn'. Enjoy the cute retro decor with lots of antiques and curios, and choose from a tempting menu of…

  • Bon Gallery & Restaurant

    Prague

    The city's best Korean might very well be this neighbourhood favourite, tucked away on the quiet residential streets of Dejvice. The house speciality is…

  • Johanneskeller im Priesterhaus

    Salzburg

    Full of cosy nooks and crannies, this brick-vaulted cellar is reached via a steep flight of stairs. The menu is succinct but well thought out, with mains…

  • Vino & Ribe

    Ljubljana

    This unsuspecting spot along Stari trg, looking something like a diner, focuses on a couple of things (hint: they're in the name) and does them very well…

  • Zirbelstube

    Freiburg

    Freiburg’s bastion of fine dining is this Michelin-starred restaurant, decorated in warm Swiss pine. Chefs of exacting standards allow each ingredient to…

  • Wegeneracja

    Silesia

    With its stripped-wood counter, whitewashed walls, reclaimed furniture and potted greenery, Wegeneracja exudes calm, an atmosphere the staff maintains as…

  • Silo Coffee

    Friedrichshain

    If you've greeted the day with bloodshot eyes, get back in gear at this Aussie-run coffee and breakfast joint favoured by Friedrichshain's hip and expat…

  • Hamsa

    Kraków

    How can a place miss when it calls itself a 'hummus and happiness' restaurant? The light, uncluttered interior is a welcome tonic to the kitschy Jewish…

  • Gostilna Avguštin

    The Julian Alps

    The huge portions match the big welcome at this delightful central restaurant (the name is often anglicised to Augustin). It serves excellent Slovenian…

  • Kantýna

    Prague

    Kantýna is both a meat-heavy restaurant and a butcher's specialising in locally sourced meat. Set in a former bank, the interior is unique. It's not a…

  • Black Duck

    Kraków

    The duck meat at this restaurant arrives specially from Poznań, and good use is made of it. From duck pierogi to duck soup with meatballs, as well as a…

  • Burger Factory

    Zell am See

    This is a burger joint but not as you know it. Slick, contemporary and streamlined, it has fabulous lake views and does a brisk trade in organic burgers…

  • Kaffeebar

    Kreuzberg

    One of many excellent cafes in laid-back Graefekiez neighbourhood, Kaffeebar is always filled to the brim with hungry diners flocking for sustainable and…

  • Pierożak

    Poznań

    This larger branch of two pierogi restaurants in Poznań excels for its homemade pierogi prepared eat-in and take-away in traditional, deluxe and sweet…

  • Pod Aniołami

    Kraków

    This is the quintessential old Kraków restaurant; its main dining room occupies a Gothic cellar from the 13th century. Heavy wood furniture, stone walls…

  • Černý Orel

    Moravia

    Some of the best food in this part of Moravia is served at this microbrewery on the main square. Choose from appetisers such as duck crackling and liver…

  • La Tinèra

    Lugano

    Huddled down a backstreet near Piazza della Riforma, this convivial, rustic restaurant rolls out extremely tasty Ticinese home cooking. You might begin,…

  • Atlantik Fisch

    Hamburg

    It doesn't get fresher than this Elbmeile gem. One of Hamburg's top seafood vendors has a simple cafe where top-notch dishes are served to thankful diners…

  • Wispelhof

    Klagenfurt

    This pared-back rustic dining room is beautifully stylish and is the perfect backdrop for a menu of Carinthian favourites – confit venison, fried liver…

  • Hawełka

    Kraków

    Anyone who values art nouveau or the paintings of Gustav Klimt should be prepared to be dazzled. Step inside and travel back 100 years. The traditional…

  • JB Restavracija

    Ljubljana

    Old-world charm, a hybrid menu featuring Slovenian, French and Mediterranean dishes, a top-notch wine list and very stylish decor have made this…

  • Veselá 13

    Moravia

    The in-house restaurant of the Hotel Lahofer is a real treat. The chef is talented at turning out great regional cooking with an international twist, such…

  • Svatováclavský Pivovar

    Olomouc

    This warm and inviting pub makes its own beer and serves plate-loads of Czech specialities such as duck confit and beer-infused guláš (goulash). Stop by…

  • Ichiba

    Slovakia

    A surprise highlight of Trenčín's food scene is this chic, downlit sushi restaurant. Mango-avocado rolls, salmon sashimi and seared tuna all arrive…

  • Das Dorf

    Hamburg

    There are lots of reasons to visit this wonderfully traditional restaurant with its wood-panelled dining room. But we love it especially for its homemade…

  • Restauracja Pod Norenami

    Kraków

    A warm and inviting Asian-fusion restaurant that's ideal for vegans and vegetarians. The menu runs from Japanese to Thai to Vietnamese, with lots of spicy…

  • Heart of Joy

    Salzburg

    This Ayurveda-inspired cafe has an all-vegetarian, part-vegan and mostly organic menu. It does great bagels, salads, homemade cakes and juices, creative…

  • Da Mario

    Budapest

    Owned and operated by a southern Italian, Da Mario can't put a foot wrong in our book. While the cold platters, soups, and meat and fish mains all look…

  • Morgenbrot

    Tyrol

    With an atmosphere that's as warm as a hug, this prettily retro cafe in light pastels brims with vintage furniture. It's a very chilled spot for…

  • Restaurant-Cafe Allgäu

    Bavarian Alps

    For the best local Allgäu dishes, head to this long-established, knick-knack-filled restaurant where the pork knuckle, schnitzel, Kartoffelrösti (potato…

  • Gostilna Pri Martinu

    The Julian Alps

    Ask a local where to eat and they'll invariably suggest here: it's an atmospheric tavern-restaurant with a country farmhouse vibe, and you will certainly…

  • Tamara's Weinstube

    Konstanz

    With stone walls, low wood beams, soft lighting and a traditional Kachelofen (tiled oven), this wine bar is as cosy as they come. It's a terrific spot for…

  • Tigris

    Budapest

    This upbeat, modern Hungarian restaurant, with its white linen tablecloths and antique-looking cupboards, has links to the Gere family of wine fame. Count…

  • Reiskorn

    Stuttgart

    With an easygoing vibe and bamboo-green retro interior, this imaginative culinary globetrotter serves everything from celery schnitzel with mango…

  • Ikarus

    Salzburg

    At the space-age Hangar-7 complex at the airport, this glam two-Michelin-starred restaurant is the epitome of culinary globetrotting. Each month, Eckart…

  • Habba Habba

    Prenzlauer Berg

    This tiny Imbiss (snack bar) makes yummy wraps with a twist, like the one stuffed with tangy pomegranate-marinated chicken and nutty buckwheat in a minty…

  • Meet & Eat Markt

    Cologne

    A combination of farmers market and street-food fair, Meet & Eat draws locals of all ages to Rudolfplatz on Thursday evenings. Aside from fresh produce,…

  • 1990 Vegan Living

    Friedrichshain

    With their vibrant range of small plates, this totally vegan Vietnamese joint transports you to the streets of Hanoi for a truly authentic taste of Asian…

  • Juicery 21

    Zürich

    Decked out in black and white tiles, this on-trend cafe reels in locals with its great speciality coffees, cold-press juices, smoothies, bagels, and açaí…

  • Bistro St Germain

    Bratislava

    Bratislava's fondness for French chic is fully satisfied by Bistro St Germain, a modish venue equipped with chessboards and bookshelves. Food is more…

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