Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Pizzeria Caruso

    St Moritz

    Pizza lovers rave about the thin-crust Neapolitan numbers that fly out of the wood oven at Hotel Laudinella's pizzeria. These range from a simple…

  • Hotel Oberland

    Lauterbrunnen

    The street-facing terrace at this traditional haunt is always humming. On the menu are Swiss and international favourites from fondue to pizza, vegetable…

  • Hako Ramen

    Friedrichshain

    Nestled in the centre of Berlin's party district, this cosy ramen spot is full of authentic Japanese flair and the wafting smell of rich broths. Sit at…

  • Eisenstein

    Hamburg

    Altona's best pizza is only part of the story here, in an artfully conceived space where the food is consistently good and the atmosphere clicks along…

  • TaBar

    Ljubljana

    Seriously inventive (and borderless) tapas and an excellent wine list, in sleek postmodern surrounds. Check the website for the current list of cold and…

  • La Grande Maison

    Valais

    Up in the hills 6.5km from Sion is this old house with atmospheric, wood-beamed rooms (double Sfr134 to Sfr160) and a top-notch restaurant to feast on…

  • Brown Cow Pub

    Zermatt

    Dozens of dining joints line Bahnhofstrasse, including this busier-than-busy pub, one of several eating spots inside the legendary Hotel Post. The Brown…

  • Burg Hohenklingen

    Northeastern Switzerland

    For medieval atmosphere, you can’t beat this 12th-century hilltop fortress, with superb views over Stein am Rhein. Tuck into Swiss classics in the…

  • Trani

    Lugano

    Follow the cobbled steps down from Via Cattedrale to this enticing little osteria. The candlelit, brick-vaulted interior is a wonderfully intimate setting…

  • Himal

    Innsbruck

    Friendly, intimate and cosy in a boho way, with its warm, cushioned nooks, Himal delivers vibrant, robust Nepalese flavours. Spot-on curries (some…

  • Osteria Mistral

    Ticino

    Luca Braghelli takes pride in local sourcing and makes the most of whatever is in season at this smart, intimate osteria. Be it homemade pasta or autumn…

  • Gostilna Pri Hrvatu

    Lake Bohinj

    Get an eyeful of mountain views from the sweet creek-side terrace of this relaxed inn in Srednja Vas. Flavourful homemade dishes include buckwheat…

  • Ginko Green Høuse

    Graz

    This sit in or takeaway place does a range of breakfast bowls as well as a savoury selection, mostly with an East Asian or Indian swing, throughout the…

  • Zazie Bistro

    Kraków

    Highly regarded, cosy Kazimierz bistro with imported French classics like quiche and onion soup. The menu dabbles in less familiar areas as well, like…

  • MOD

    Warsaw

    What's not to love about MOD? After slurping on its tasty ramen (including a vegan version) or laksa noodles, round off your meal with one of Warsaw's…

  • Casala

    Lake Constance

    At the Romantik Residenz am See hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant, chef Markus Philippi brings sophisticated Mediterranean cuisine to the table. One of…

  • Dinner Hopping

    Munich

    Be driven around Munich in an old yellow US schoolbus as you enjoy either an Italian, American or Bavarian three-course dinner to the accompaniment of a…

  • Fuhrmann Stube

    Tyrol

    When snow blankets the rooftops, this is a cosy hideaway for tucking into Knödel (dumplings), a carnivorous Tiroler Bauernplatte (Tyrolean farmers’…

  • Pizzeria Trta

    Ljubljana

    This award-winning pizzeria, with large pies cooked in a wood-fired oven, is just south of the Old Town centre, across the river from Krakovo. They also…

  • Jazzkantine

    Lucerne

    With its long bar, sturdy wooden tables and chalkboard menus in the back of the Old Town, this arty haunt serves tasty Italian dishes and good coffee…

  • Organic Pizza Salzburg

    Salzburg

    Good-natured staff, cool music and awesome pizzas whipped up with super-fresh, organic ingredients make this a terrific choice. It's a tiny place so be…

  • Hûs Nr 8

    Tyrol

    Raclette, fondue and crispy roast chicken are the stars of the menu at this rustic chalet, going strong since 1760. Snuggle up in an all-wood interior in…

  • Spotkanie

    Warsaw

    Come to Spotkanie for old-fashioned elegance, friendly service and hearty portions of well-cooked classic Polish dishes such as roast duck with apples and…

  • Huberbräu Stüberl

    Tyrol

    An old-world Tyrolean haunt with vaults and pine benches, this tavern favours substantial portions of Austrian classics, such as schnitzel, goulash and…

  • Lody na Starowiślnej

    Kraków

    Small and understated, this ice-cream shop is probably the most famous in all of Kraków. On any sunny day, you'll spot this place a mile away by the longs…

  • Edo's Hummus Küche

    Freiburg

    Edo's pulls in the midday crowds with superb homemade hummus served with warm pitta, as well as lentils, fava bean salad and falafel. The basic hummus…

  • Pasta e Pesto

    Lugano

    Doing pretty much what it says on the tin, this cute little place near Cattedrale di San Lorenzo has a pocket-size terrace for digging into fresh home…

  • Piekarnia Pod Telegrafem

    Małopolska

    Smart cafe on the main drag with a big case filled with baked goods, pastries and various gooey treats. Big windows and cosy booths make this a fine…

  • Tatarska Jurta

    Mazovia & Podlasie

    A welcoming Tatar restaurant that serves traditional dishes and wonderful homemade cakes. It's a short walk from the mosque. It was lavishly rebuilt in…

  • Enoteca

    Warsaw

    Classy, chic spot for good Polish and Italian food or a glass of wine, with a view onto the New Town's central square. In warmer months it has outdoor…

  • Stiftsbäckerei St Peter

    Salzburg

    Next to the monastery, where the watermill turns, this 700-year-old bakery turns out Salzburg’s best sourdough loaves from a wood-fired oven.

  • Krützfeld

    Lübeck

    This classic deli has been serving all manner of fresh and smoked seafood for decades. There's no better place in town to assemble a picnic.

  • Fabi's Frozen Bio Yogurt

    Salzburg

    Fabi is the young whizz behind the frozen yoghurt served here, with chocolate and fruit toppings available. It's all organic and delicious.

  • Bodega

    Tyrol

    Excellent tapas, vino and live music reel in the crowds to this buzzy Spanish haunt. You can't book, so be prepared to wait for a table.

  • Otto's Burger

    Hamburg

    Eight different burger types, including one with truffle mayo and two veggie options, washed down by craft beers – need we say more?

  • Grünmarkt

    Salzburg

    A one-stop picnic shop on one of Salzburg’s grandest squares, for regional cheese, ham, fruit, bread and gigantic pretzels.

  • Der Käseladen Mühlenberg

    Northern Germany

    A beautiful cheese store. The engaging owner will help you assemble a fabulous picnic to enjoy in the Schlossgarten.

  • Zum Schwarzen Kameel

    Vienna

    Zum Schwarzen Kameel is an eclectic deli/patisserie/highbrow-wine-bar hybrid. Above all, it's worth a visit for the inventive cuisine in its wood-panelled…

  • Gundel

    Budapest

    With a tradition dating back to 1894 and past guests including royalty and presidents, Gundel is one of Budapest's fanciest and most famous restaurants…

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    Siam Orchid

    Prague

    The setting – a scatter of plastic tables and chairs on a 1st-floor balcony hidden up a passage beside a department store – looks none too promising, but…

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