Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Pizzeria-Osteria Da Giovanni

    Vienna

    A slice of the south in the cobbled heart of Spittelberg, this homey Italian restaurant specialises in thin, crispy pizzas and homemade pastas, such as…

  • Studnia Smaków

    Gdańsk & Pomerania

    Specialising in meat dishes such as local goose, pork knuckle and duck, this open-all-hours feeding spot tries to cater for everyone with a couple of…

  • Côcô

    Berlin

    This hip little joint was a Berlin pioneer of the banh mi fad. A relic from French-colonial times, these plump Vietnamese sandwiches combine marinated…

  • Engelbät

    Cologne

    This cosy restaurant-pub is famous for its habit-forming crêpes, which come in 50 varieties – sweet or savoury, meat or vegetarian and vegan. Also popular…

  • Strandperle

    Tyrol

    Overlooking the calm waters of Wildsee, Strandperle is a funky glass-and-granite place. The menu delivers Med-inspired flavours such as rack of milk-fed…

  • Domek Kata

    Gdańsk & Pomerania

    Skip the downstairs over-the-top belle-époque dining space and head upstairs for a more medieval-banquet-hall feel centred around a huge fireplace and…

  • Pri Florjanu

    Maribor

    A great spot in full view of the Column of St Florian, patron of firefighters, this popular restaurant has both an open front and an enclosed back terrace…

  • Taverna Dionysos

    Budapest

    All faux Greek columns and a blue-and-white colour scheme, this taverna facing the river packs diners in on its three floors. Expect all the usual (and…

  • Lieb.es

    Hanover

    'Love it healthy' is the motto of this relaxed Nordstadt cafe, filled with rustic wooden tables and comfy secondhand chairs. The menu features organic and…

  • Alte Kanzlei

    Stuttgart

    Empty tables are rare as gold dust at this convivial, high-ceilinged restaurant, with a terrace spilling out onto Schillerplatz. Feast on Swabian…

  • Didier de Courten

    Valais

    This is a gourmet mecca with a menu wholly inspired by produits du terroir (local produce). The result: fabulous seasonal, Michelin-starred cuisine by…

  • Pfefferbräu

    Prenzlauer Berg

    On the site of Joseph Pfeffer's 1841 brewery, the team from Pfefferbräu once again churn out delicious suds brewed in giant copper vats right on the…

  • Gundel

    Heidelberg

    Gundel's bakery section has 30 kinds of bread and rolls, as well as delectable pastries. It's a great stop to stock up for a river or forest picnic;…

  • Café Kör

    Budapest

    Just around the corner from the Basilica of St Stephen, the 'Circle Café' is a long-standing favourite for lunch or dinner but a great place for a light…

  • La Bottega dei Sapori

    Piran

    An elegant, upmarket feel combines with a prime main-square location at this polished (but pricey) charmer, which cherry-picks from local, Italian and…

  • Platzhirsch

    Stuttgart

    Combining a breath of country air with a pinch of urban cool, wood-panelled Platzhirsch always has a good buzz and, in summer, a packed terrace. Dig into…

  • La Sitterie

    Valais

    An 800m walk north from the old town, chef Jacques Bovier works with seasonal local products to create a dining experience that thrills every time (ever…

  • Koreanka

    Warsaw

    Look for the signboard on the street outside and push 36 on the intercom to gain access to the courtyard where this cool Korean eatery is hidden away. Its…

  • Cafe Mezzo

    Hanover

    This classic bar and cafe beyond the Hauptbahnhof used to be a student hang-out, but today attracts a balance of ages. It’s popular any time of day …

  • Zuppa

    Trier

    Five different soups served with sourdough bread are the mainstay of this bright little hole in the wall: two vegetarian, one vegan and two meat-based…

  • Cocolo Ramenbar

    Kreuzberg

    For some of Berlin’s top Japanese soups, follow locals to this lantern-lit canal-side charmer, where homemade noodles, fresh vegetables and toppings from…

  • U Zlaté Koule

    Bohemia

    A stunning cocktail of five-star class and cosy informality, the swish 'Golden Globe' features creaking wooden beams, crisp table linen, sparkling…

  • Cafe Beethoven

    Düsseldorf

    This Flingern classic caters to an easy-going local crowd who whoop it up on the terrace when the weather plays along. It's a great spot for breakfast, a…

  • Gostilna Pr’ Kovač

    The Julian Alps

    Don’t miss a chance to try Gostilna Pr' Kovač. The menu sings with home-grown produce and local favourites like red-bean soup and buckwheat porridge with…

  • Hospoda U Švejka

    Karlovy Vary

    Located right in the heart of the spa centre, this is a great choice for lunch or dinner. Though the presentation borders on kitsch, the food is actually…

  • Cafe Continental

    Dresden

    If the greenly lit openings behind the bar remind you of aquariums, you've hit the nail on the head, for buzzy 'Conti' was a pet store back in GDR days…

  • Barcomis Deli

    Berlin

    Join coffee lovers, families and expats at this New York–meets-Berlin deli for custom-roasted coffee, wraps, bagels with smoked salmon, creative…

  • Salzstadl

    Krems an der Donau

    Housed in an old salt store, this well-established restaurant has been banging down local favourites such as pike-perch, goulash and grilled chicken for…

  • Loui & Jules

    Bremen City

    This surf 'n’ turf place located inside Hotel Überfluss does excellent wood-coal grills, with steaks starting from €20, but it also has many cheaper…

  • Yana Sushi

    Kraków

    It’s a good idea to book a table, as this restaurant is both small and popular. Starting out as a Japanese restaurant, it still specialises in delicately…

  • Na Urale

    Prague

    Na Urale has greatly cleaned up its act in recent years, adding beautiful crimson walls and stone-tile floors, to spruce up what had been an ordinary pub…

  • Lia's Kitchen

    Prenzlauer Berg

    This tiny gem on the fashionable Kollwitzstrasse is dishing up vegan burgers and hefty salads that will leave even the hungriest customer satisfied. They…

  • Juliusspital Bäckerei

    Würzburg

    Würzburg has tens of cafe-bakeries, but this high-ceilinged, colourful affair within the Juliusspital is great for very early starters whose trains leave…

  • Antico Duomo

    Augsburg

    This Italian job opposite the cathedral has a pink Vespa scooter in the window, attractively laid tables and leathery chairs, seated on which you can…

  • Bohema

    Małopolska

    Bohema is one of the better Rynek options, with good classic Polish food (try the ‘mixed pierogi’ set, with 12 dumplings or anything with the word 'pork'…

  • Hexenhäusle

    Nuremberg

    The half-timbered 'Witches Hut' ranks among Nuremberg's most enchanting inns and beer gardens. Tucked next to a sturdy town gate at the foot of the castle…

  • Csülök Csárda

    Esztergom

    The ‘Pork Knuckle Inn’ – guess the speciality here – is a charming eatery that is popular with visitors and locals alike. It serves up good homestyle…

  • Hood Burger Center

    Ljubljana

    These delicious burgers, sourced from Slovenian beef, and fries, coleslaw, shakes and craft beers are a big step up from international fast-food chains…

  • Gospoda Koko

    Kraków

    This no-frills restaurant has basic service but serves up delicious, hearty Polish food in large quantities at bargain prices. The beer is cheap and the…

  • Badische Weinstube

    Lake Constance

    Close to the lake front, this wine tavern combines a mock-rustic interior with a pavement terrace. Try the homemade fish soup flavoured with saffron and…

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