Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Koper

    Eastern Slovenia

    Despite bearing the name of Slovenia's largest port town, the menu skips the coastal connection, focusing instead on Koper's Italian heritage with a menu…

  • Le Griffon

    Slovakia

    In a 19th-century building, and with accompanying old-world flair, Le Griffon serves mostly French and Italian dishes (seafood soup bouillabaisse, risotto…

  • FARM Gastrobar

    Budapest

    Much more a bar than a 'gastro', FARM specialises in craft cocktails (1750Ft to 3250Ft), with plates of cheeses and cold cuts and rather innovative takes…

  • Suppenwirtschaft

    Vienna

    This chic little eat-in and takeaway kitchen focuses mainly on soups and a few curries and salads from a weekly menu; it fits in well with the genteel…

  • Szpulka

    Łódź

    One of dozens of places to eat in the sprawling Manufaktura complex, this hopping pub serves food through the day and night. The full breakfast menu…

  • Am Gallusplatz

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Opposite the cathedral, you can dine below atmospheric vaults at this tavern, which was a horse stable in a former life and still has a whiff of late…

  • Markthalle

    Hanover

    This huge, indoor market of cafe stalls and gourmet delicatessens is popular at lunchtime and great for a quick bite, both carnivorous and vegetarian…

  • Markt Koenig

    St Pauli & Reeperbahn

    Don't be fooled by the location, surrounded by a food hall and next to a supermarket. Markt Koenig is a bright modern place that does a range of local…

  • Glaewe's Restaurant

    Cologne & Northern Rhineland

    Some things never go out of style, including this local gastro-stalwart. Run by a charming couple for around 30 years, the cosy, elegant space serves…

  • Weinstube zum Pulverer

    Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    The ornately carved timber chairs in this ancient wood-panelled wine bar (allegedly Rothenburg's oldest) are works of art. The simple but filling dishes,…

  • Jam and Co.

    Prague

    Jam and Co. combines Asian cuisine with European flavours, focusing on cooking with fresh ingredients. White-brick walls and clean design give a spacious…

  • Ratskeller

    Central Germany

    There's one in almost every town, a bar-restaurant located in the cellar of the town hall. This Ratskeller is uncharacteristically open and airy with…

  • Ruffini

    Munich

    Well worth the effort of delving deep into Neuhausen to find it, this cafe is a fun place to be no matter where the hands of the clock are. On sunny days…

  • Sila Thai

    Düsseldorf

    Even simple curries become culinary poetry at this Thai gourmet temple with its fairy-tale setting of carved wood, rich fabrics and imported sculpture…

  • Levitate Restaurant

    Prague

    One of Prague's hidden food experiences, this restaurant combines Asian gastronomy with Nordic flavours, using many local ingredients. A calm oasis near…

  • Gostilna Svab

    Southwestern Slovenia

    This welcoming little country inn serves a surprisingly diverse menu of seasonal local specialties, with a good selection of Slovenian wines. Dishes…

  • Adria

    Szentendre

    This funky little spot by the canal has a cosy interior bedecked in bright colours and a tree-shaded terrace. Expect soulful music served alongside your…

  • Dae Mon

    Berlin

    This gourmet Korean restaurant with show kitchen is a treat for both palate and eyes. The dimly lit, black-on-black decor and sleek glass plates…

  • Wirtshaus Brandenberg

    Central Switzerland

    For down-to-earth Swiss classics at reasonable prices, locals have been flocking to this beer hall since 1891. It's beloved for its lunch menus and for…

  • Grottino Ticinese

    Ticino

    If you're craving the rustic warmth and simplicity of a Ticinese grotto, this is your place. There's an attractive garden for summer day dining and a menu…

  • Cà phê

    Prague

    All flowers and soothing pastels, Cà phê is one of Holešovice's most stylish dining spots. The warm decor and young, friendly staff make this a homey…

  • Weihenstephaner am Hackeschen Markt

    Berlin

    Hops fans give a solid thumbs up to the Weihenstephaner beers from a Bavaria brewery founded in 1040 and reportedly the world's oldest. The suds pair…

  • Słodki Słony

    Warsaw

    Although it serves a full menu of savoury dishes, it's hard to drag your eyes away from the abundant and tempting platters of cakes, pastries and other…

  • Bohemia Bagel

    Malá Strana

    A longtime breakfast favourite, Bohemia Bagel attracts both tourists and locals. An American expat opened this place more than 10 years ago, bringing…

  • Promenade

    Szentendre

    Vaulted ceilings, whitewashed walls, a huge cellar for tasting wine and a wonderful terrace overlooking the Danube are all highlights at the Promenade,…

  • Restauracja Kardamon

    The Great Masurian Lakes

    The Kardamon is quite a treat for northeast Poland with its beige-and-white antique-style dining room within Kętrzyn's old town hall. The fare on offer is…

  • Salt'n'Pepa Kitchen

    Prague

    Salt'n'Pepa's gourmet burgers are a big hit in Holesoviče. Don't expect standard bun-and-patty action here – variations include halloumi, pulled pork and…

  • Restaurant Neptune

    Piran

    It's no bad thing to be more popular with locals than tourists, and this family-run place hits all the buttons – a friendly welcome, big seafood platters …

  • Pilot

    Leipzig

    This retro-styled and quite charming establishment draws a bohemian crowd with its rustic menu, back-to-basic Saxon dishes and a splash of more…

  • Posmakuj

    Carpathian Mountains

    The best of the clutch of Polish and pizza joints lining Krosno's Rynek, Posmakuj shows the most ambition in the kitchen, sourcing regional ingredients…

  • Brasserie Le Boulevard 39

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    In the style of a classic Parisian brasserie, Boulevard 39 is a smart affair with a heavy emphasis on beef – burgers with foie gras, steak tartare – with…

  • Potting Shed

    Munich

    This relaxed hang-out serves tapas, gourmet burgers and cocktails to an easygoing evening crowd. The burger menu whisks you round the globe, but it's the …

  • El Mundo

    Bremen City

    This huge restaurant, with enormous chandeliers and portion sizes almost as big, can get long queues for a table. However, if you're lucky with your…

  • Grand Café

    Dresden

    The imaginative mains (try roasted pike-perch on crispy Dijon mustard rösti with lemon and vegetables) and sumptuous cakes are good, but they act more as…

  • Hospůdka Pod Zámkem

    Moravia

    This funky combination of old-school pub and coffee bar serves simple but very good Czech meals, usually limited to a few daily specials such as soup plus…

  • Suppenglück

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Doing what it says on the tin, this hole-in-the-wall cafe ladles out wholesome homemade soups – from spicy Thai-style numbers to goulash and cream of…

  • Erikas Eck

    Hamburg

    This pit-stop institution originally fed hungry workers from the nearby abattoir (today the central meat market) and now serves wallet-friendly but waist…

  • Gass 17

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Right in the heart of town, popular Gass 17 is a slickly modern cafe, bakery, bar and restaurant rolled into one. Drop by for a snack or coffee by day, or…

  • Viet Wok

    Salzburg & Salzburgerland

    Hailed by locals as the best Asian food in town, Viet Wok serves Vietnamese grub, from summer rolls bursting with freshness to nicely spiced curries, wok…

  • Momotaro Metélt

    Budapest

    This Taiwan eatery is a favourite pit stop for noodles – especially the soup variety – and dumplings (1200Ft to 2600Ft) when pálinka (fruit brandy),…

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