Dubrovnik
When you've had your share of traditional Dalmatian fare, head to Azur for what is dubbed ‘Croatian-Asian fusion’ – a Croatian chef takes on Asian recipes…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern Europe
Split
When Spličani are after a traditional feast of spit-roasted lamb they head for the hills – to Klis, to be exact. This roadside restaurant, founded in 1877…
Chişinău
In the heart of Chişinău's main drinking and dining area is this charming courtyard restaurant with cushioned cast-iron chairs, vines, a small waterfall…
St Petersburg
Baku's ornate decor – tiled walls, arched doorways and throw pillows – whisks you to old Azerbaijan. Try Azeri shashlyk (kebabs), traditional plov (rice…
St Petersburg
This self-termed 'art cafe' is tucked into a tiny basement, its two rooms crowded with mismatched furniture, musical instruments, carefully posed…
Vilnius
Nourishing vegetarian food and swift service create a reviving experience at this contemporary restaurant. There's ample choice, from samosas and chickpea…
Chişinău
A basement eatery with an understated traditional interior and excellent service, La Taifas is a fine spot to sample authentic Moldovan favourites like…
Veliko Târnovo
Inventive dishes and amiable service have solidified the ‘Lucky Man’ as a favourite among locals and expats. Sauces pairing chocolate and cheese are…
Zagreb
Serving one thing only, La Štruk devotes itself to štrukli (baked cheese dumplings). Keep traditional with a salty or sweet cheese kuhani (boiled) version…
Minsk
Wander a couple blocks southeast of the centre for some of the best traditional Belarusian cuisine in town. The draniki (potato pancakes) here are top…
Minsk
A vast trattoria helmed by an Italian chef and awash in Romanesque frescoes, La Scala consistently delivers some of the best food in town from its open…
Skopje
This hugely popular place packs locals in with its pretty timber-framed terrace, live music most evenings and huge menu of skara (grilled meat) and other…
Bulgaria
Surrounded by farming tools and quaint sheds, this tourist favourite will delight or exasperate, depending on your threshold for folk music and agrarian…
St Petersburg
A major draw for vegetarians and vegans, Jiva whips up delicious cruelty-free burgers, in eight varieties (including lentil, chickpea, spinach and red…
St Petersburg
A beloved institution, and decidedly upscale as far as Georgian restaurants go, Tbiliso has a great interior with tiled tables and big booths, made more…
Northern European Russia
The decor at Totma's best restaurant is rustic folklore, complete with embroidered tablecloths, national dress and a random stuffed seagull. The menu runs…
Mljet Island
Stermasi's 11 apartments (from €65) are bright and modern, and either have a terrace or private balcony. But the big draw here is the restaurant, serving…
Bosnia & Hercegovina
Wagon-wheel light fixtures and sheaves of tobacco hang from the ceiling of this rustic restaurant which sits surrounded by gardens and farmland, 3km east…
Chişinău
There's no better place to dine on a lazy summer's evening than in the candlelit courtyard of this elegant Italian eatery. Seafood is a highlight, with…
St Petersburg
This gastrobar's attractive industrial interior with wooden tables, the friendly waiters and the discrete background music create a perfect setting for…
Serbia
Facing the cathedral, Bermet's terrace is a prime spot for people-watching over a leisurely meal. It's strong on traditional Serbian dishes – try the…
Vilnius
Chef Deivydas Praspaliauskas is one of the high priests of modern Lithuanian cuisine. His chefs work their magic in an open kitchen in a whimsical cave…
Western Ukraine
Named for the famous fictional Czech soldier Švejk (Schweik in German) in Good Soldier Švejk by Jaroslav Hašek, this place harks back to the novel's…
Korčula Island
The LD stands for Lešić Dimitri and it's no surprise that Korčula’s most elegant accommodation should also have its finest restaurant. The setting is…
Central & Eastern Istria
The town's tavern serves first-rate Istrian mainstays on a lovely outdoor terrace offering panoramic views. Start with a shot of biska (white mistletoe…
Vilnius
Order lager, wheat beer or dark ale. Nibble fried cheese and moreish smoked ribs. Find that you're thirsty again, and start the cycle anew. Meat Lovers'…
Bulgaria
Magnificent views over the Belogradchik rocks make up for mediocre food at this terrace restaurant located just south of the centre. The menu features…
Trogir
As traditional-looking as they come, this rustic little tavern has wooden benches and old stone walls inside, and an inviting courtyard shaded by…
Sofia
Hole-in-the-wall, diner-style restaurant deep within Sofia's Turkish quarter north of the Serdika metro station that serves arguably the city's best…
Western European Russia
The perfect lunch or dinner break after exploring the kremlin, this tavern is a comfy spot to feast on traditional Georgian cuisine – especially the…
Rab Island
The greenery-trimmed, wooden-roofed terrace at this friendly tavern is by far the nicest place to eat at this end of the island. Specialities include spit…
Adriatic Coast
Serving a mainly local clientele since 1928, this simple family restaurant whips up an odd mixture of traditional Ulcinj specialities, pasta, pizza, steak…
Split
Whether your drop in for a marenda (early home-style lunch off the daily menu; 50KN to 90KN) or a more refined Dalmatian classic such as tećada (seafood…
Pakleni Islands
Catering to the well-heeled yachties moored in Palmižana bay, this upmarket restaurant serves contemporary European cuisine, including Dalmatian…
Korčula Island
Everything you’d want from a rural konoba (simple family-run eatery), this place offers honest country cooking including local specialities such as…
St Petersburg
When the weather sours, retreat to this snug, casual spot just west of Nikolsky Cathedral for warming bowls of pho (Vietnamese noodle soup) topped with…
Transylvania
Serving Romanian hunter's fare like boar and venison, this restaurant with vampy red curtains and lofty wooden beams is a relaxing detour between Mediaș…
Tara National Park
Across the road from Hotel Omorika, Javor is true to its mountain setting with large outdoor bench-style tables in the shade of tall pine trees. It's the…
Chişinău
The food is both healthy and outstanding – what you might expect from a place with the motto 'bread, wine, life'. Warm up with a berry smoothie infused…
Ohrid
This upmarket restaurant opposite the Sveta Sofija Cathedral couldn't have a better location, and in the warmer months you can dine al fresco across the…
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