Must-see restaurants in Central Europe

  • Rebio

    Brno

    This branch of the local Rebio chain of low-cost, high-quality vegetarian food can be found on the upper level of the Velký Špalíček shopping centre. As…

  • Martinov Hram

    Bovec

    This traditional restaurant gets mixed reviews, but on a good day you'll enjoy well-prepared local specialities, including venison, Soča trout and…

  • Cook

    Linz

    Serving Scandinavian fare such as svensk fiksoppa (fish soup) and skagan (prawn toast) alongside Asian dishes like wok-fried noodles or chicken ramen may…

  • Le Carrefour

    Valais

    Glorious views out over Verbier village from the terrace at Le Carrefour, at the top of the Le Rouge lift in winter and the site of the golf course in…

  • Food Market

    Keszthely

    Keszthely’s lively food market combines the best and worst of Hungary’s markets, packed with overflowing fruit and vegetable stands, stalls selling…

  • Mom's Burgers

    Harz Mountains

    The name says it all: if you're craving a burger without the fast-food feel, this cute little hole-in-the-wall will likely satisfy. It's sweet and squeaky…

  • Stara Pączkarnia

    Kraków

    The fragrant smell of fresh doughnuts hits you the moment you turn the corner and start walking along ul Stradomska. The local branch of a nationwide…

  • Pizzeria Foculus

    Ljubljana

    This cavernous pizzeria, with a wood-fired oven, boasts comfy outdoor seating and a vaulted indoor ceiling painted with spring and autumn leaves for when…

  • Gostilna Jurček

    Eastern Slovenia

    This gostilna (inn-like restaurant) in Zreče, on the main road to Rogla and opposite the PTC shopping centre, is a convenient place for a quick meal…

  • Zum Goldenen Drachen

    Harz Mountains

    There's nothing mind-blowing about this Chinese restaurant, but it's not disappointing either. Meals are tasty and good value, with lots of vegetarian…

  • Vietnam House

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    At time of writing, the lack of an English menu means you'll need some French or Vietnamese skills to decipher the menu at this no-frills joint serving…

  • Flambéeria

    Warsaw

    Slick modern restaurant that's fitted with artistically cracked tiles and bare light bulbs, serving traditional tartes flambées (savoury tarts from the…

  • Cafe Sul

    Hamburg

    A perfect place of refuge from the fried-fish-clutching mobs of the port area, this cafe lives up to its name with a cheery disposition, even on a cloudy…

  • Bittersüss

    Central Germany

    There's not a lot of bitter but a whole lot of sweet to this handsome, family-run cafe-by-day (serving delicious cakes, waffles, coffee and ice cream) and…

  • Anna's Café

    Northern Germany

    Frilly and cute, Anna's has fabulous baked goods, including some alluring cakes. Breakfasts are served with verve while lunch is a mix of fresh salads,…

  • Pizzeria Piec

    Silesia

    Drinkers and diners congregate in this den of pasta and pizza attached to the Town Weighing House. The interior is done out in timber and dark-green tones…

  • Warsztat

    Kraków

    Warsztat takes the concept of 'piano bar' to a whole new level. Horns, harps and accordions adorn the walls, while the centrepiece is a piano submerged…

  • Metzgerei Gemperli

    Northeastern Switzerland

    Bite into the best OLMA bratwurst – found only in St Gallen, this soft, white veal bratwurst is made with spices and bacon and has a crispy brown skin –…

  • Brauhaus Zum alten Dessauer

    Central Germany

    This fun, friendly, lively brewhouse serves excellent modern and traditional German food, including all the staples and, of course, a wide range of house…

  • Izumi Sushi

    Warsaw

    Facing hip Plac Zbawiciela, this restaurant serves an array of sushi along with larger dishes such as teriyaki chicken. Its elegant black and white…

  • Villandry

    Dresden

    The folks in the kitchen here sure know how to coax maximum flavour out of even the simplest ingredients, and to turn them into super-tasty Mediterranean…

  • Mensa Toskanatrakt

    Salzburg

    A university cafe in the Altstadt, with courtyard seating and pocket-money-priced lunches. Dishes are simple but substantial, with the likes of homemade…

  • Henner

    Erfurt

    This upbeat bistro makes a great daytime pit stop for freshly made sandwiches with fillings that change weekly. Or there are crisp salads and interesting…

  • Mercator

    Lake Bled

    Giant branch of the national supermarket chain, located about 1km east of the lake. Rare in Slovenia, this Mercator is open weekends until relatively late…

  • Leonhard’s

    Frankfurt am Main

    High atop the Galeria Kaufhof department store, this upmarket food court with an outdoor terrace serves everything from coffee and baked goods to freshly…

  • Suppdiwupp

    Nuremberg

    This fragrantly spicy lunch stop has a weekly changing menu, outdoor seating and a choice of nonliquid mains (sandwiches, salads) if you don't fancy one…

  • Kedves Cukrászda

    Lake Balaton & Southern Transdanubia

    Join fans of Lujza Blaha and take coffee and cake at the cafe where the famous actress used to while away the hours when not in residence across the…

  • Metropolis

    Lake Geneva & Vaud

    Dine beneath parasols around an age-old stone fountain outside or on vintage flexi-plastic inside at this hybrid eating-drinking space that morphs into a…

  • Colosseo

    Garmisch-Partenkirchen

    If you find yourself in the mood for an Alpine take on la dolce vita, with mountain views and a bit of faux Roman archaeology thrown in, this much-lauded…

  • Cafe Verne

    Bratislava

    Good-value dining in the old town, with hefty breakfast plates, dumplings and pasta dishes to fill bellies. Verne is also a good spot for beers and punchy…

  • Transit

    Berlin

    Fill up quickly on quirkily named Thai and Indonesian dishes at this casual tunnel-shaped restaurant with its colourful paper lanterns. The small sizes…

  • Greek Zorbas

    Mazovia & Podlasie

    This popular restaurant and occasional music club offers an eclectic menu, with Greek-style grilled lake fish sharing space with Polish favourites and…

  • Sushi Glas

    Nuremberg

    Take a pew in this 21st-century sugar cube to watch the sushi chef deftly craft your order. When the mercury climbs high, enjoy your nigiri, sashimi and…

  • Rosenburger

    Berlin

    This tourist-geared burger kitchen gets busy from the early evening onwards, when aspiring night owls drop by to fortify themselves with big burgers …

  • L’Aubier

    Neuchâtel

    Perfectly placed in the Old Town shade of Fontaine du Banneret, this green-thinking cafe cooks up healthy salads, quiches and tarts – ideal for lunch or a…

  • Oui Bien Encore

    Geneva

    This stylish cafe/gallery near the Cimetière de Plainpalais sources products from local farmers and markets and has a humble menu which features…

  • Golden Palast

    Harz Mountains

    There are two reasons you'll want to dine at Bad Harzburg's best Chinese joint: the gorgeously retro, shabby-chic decor and the can't-be-beat, all-you-can…

  • Loving Hut

    Prague

    A branch of a vegan chain that serves mainly Asian cuisine, this bistro is especially popular for its pay-per-kilo buffet option. There's an à la carte…

  • Green Way

    Sopot

    This postmillennial, meat-free bar mleczny plates up generous portions of budget veggie nosh in no-frills surroundings. The menu features such exotic…

  • Pizzeria Roma

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Your best bet for dining in Payerne is this cheery pizzeria, which makes delicious pies with a thin crust and lots of toppings, baked in a wood-fired oven…

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