Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
The town’s best pizzas are at this bright cafe, which also has some healthy soups, salads and fondue, plus a fine coffee selection and a range of…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern Europe
Sakhalin Island
This slick basement restaurant-bar has an extensive pub menu (including pizzas, pastas, seafood, steaks). Upstairs, stop in the cafe (open 8.30am to 5pm…
Split
Little Luka is as sweet as they come, serving muffins, cakes and coffee to locals on one of the inner city's least touristy squares. In summer there are…
Moscow
If you are in need of vitamins, this is a funky vegetarian cafe, restaurant and shop. Its Indian-themed decor is more New Agey than ethnic. Service is…
Black Sea Coast
A vast restaurant with various dining rooms surrounding an inner courtyard. Here, tables surround a gurgling fountain and live music plays on most nights…
Split
Split's diehard pizza fans swear by this joint – it's cheap and very local, serving delicious pizza with Neapolitan-style chewy bases. The stone and brick…
Sofia
Several outlets in the upstairs food court of this market hall sell cheap fast food, such as kebabs, pizzas and ice cream, as well as beer. There are tons…
Bulgaria
Adjoining Hotel Chinar, this classy mehana (tavern) spills into a tranquil garden where roses creeps up the wooden trellis. The menu ranges from Bulgarian…
Dubrovnik
There are a few token pasta dishes on the menu, but this attractive little restaurant is really all about pizza. And the pizza is worthy of the attention…
Western European Russia
Tolstoy tripping can be hungry work: stop in at this simple cafe across from the estate entrance, where house specialities are prepared according to…
Adriatic Coast
Pulena is a busy eating and drinking spot under the outer of the three spaceships that some zany architect designed as the focal point of town. Pizza,…
Novi Sad
One of Novi Sad's most famous spots to indulge in the city's iconic Index sandwich, available here 24 hours a day.
Kotor
At a slight remove from the frenetic heart of the Old Town, Bastion offers a mixture of fresh seafood and traditional meaty grills. If the weather's being…
St Petersburg
A blast from the past, Snezhinka channels Soviet-era nostalgia with its Russian-only menu of cutlets, bliny and beef Stroganoff served in a cosy, brick…
Veliko Târnovo
This traditional-style mehana (tavern) at the Hotel Gurko is a cosy place with great views and tasty Bulgarian specialities. Portions are hearty and…
Latvia
This stylishly designed restaurant – Nordic woodwork with a pinch of Ikea – serves good pizza and fresh Italian classics. The large outside deck in front…
Western European Russia
This place looks like a cross between St Basil’s Cathedral and McDonald’s inside. It's fast food, but the quality is surprisingly high, which may explain…
Plovdiv
American-style burgers, fries and coleslaw, as well as snacks like tortilla chips, plus specialty beers, all served in an informal, diner-like setting…
Dubrovnik
Owned and operated by a friendly young crew, this little burger bar serves a tasty selection of burgers, sandwiches, pizza slices and hot dogs. For a…
Zadar
Set in a quiet garden yet close to the medieval heart of the city, Konoba Dalmacija does fish especially well – try the mixed seafood platter, the grilled…
Zagreb
Meaty grills prepared the Zagorje and Slavonian way and steak dishes are the name of the game at this upmarket old-timer. The summer terrace is a great…
St Petersburg
Whitewashed brick walls set the tone for this relaxed basement cafe-bar which does excellent pizza and decent salads. Wash the food down with locally made…
Latvia
Enjoy Latvian comfort food in a leafy park setting. The terrace is a summer delight, while inside there's a vintage vibe with lashings of rural charm. The…
Lake Skadar National Park
This restaurant serves up wonderful, fresh krap and bleak (easy now; they're freshwater fish); savour it on the lovely lakeside terrace while enjoying a…
Lithuania
Idle at wooden tables on the shaded deck of this traditional Lithuanian restaurant, while you await plates loaded with pork in red wine, roast chicken…
Lithuania
Come to the Visaginas branch of the reliable Lithuania-wide sushi chain for well-executed dragon (eel and shrimp), sakura (salmon, shrimp, mango sauce),…
Latvia
Boasting a fabulous terrace overlooking a park, this genteel cafe in an elegant old building serves locally sourced seasonal fare. The menu melds Latvian…
St Petersburg
One of various Ukrop restaurants around town, this place draws in the veg-minded crowds who come for creative salads, pastas, panini and soups, all served…
Western European Russia
Attached to the Onix Hotel is this modern restaurant with tiled floors and an outdoor terrace serving traditional Russian cuisine.
Kaunas
A local institution for nearly four decades, this sweet spot induces nostalgia in locals with its freshly baked doughnuts. The coffee's nothing fancy but…
St Petersburg
Popular branch of this small chain of contemporary cafes with a theme of 'happiness'. It offers a mainly Italian menu, along with delicious pastries and…
Adriatic Coast
There's surprisingly excellent Japanese food (and tons of sushi and sashimi) to be had at this clean and bright restaurant. It's unsurprisingly popular…
Bulgaria
This wood-framed traditional restaurant has big outdoor benches and also big portions. Try the skewered chicken with cooked red peppers, onions, tomatoes…
Vladivostok
This little Italian-run brick-oven pizzeria has a modern interior and snappy service. The dozen-plus pizzas are crispy and arguably some of the best east…
Jūrmala
Sue’s is beloved by locals for its fairly authentic, albeit toned down, South Asian cuisine. Enjoy curries or tender butter chicken amid statues of…
Krk Island
This small pizzeria particularly appeals for its offer of a plate of prosciutto and homemade cheese with the house local wine of your choice for KN80, for…
Central Montenegro
A popular spot on the main drag for enjoying coffee, cakes and delicious ice cream. The blue-grey and chrome interior is a little like sitting in a…
Northern Montenegro
Locals love this little place. The meals are huge, simple and hearty, and if you're looking to have a few drinks and meet the natives, this is a top place…
Krk Island
Fresh seafood, nicely cooked, and served in a casual setting at a reasonable price. It sounds simple, but in a sea of overpriced tourist eateries, Popaj…
Varna
Set in the courtyard of a little church, 'At the Nuns' is a good choice for roast lamb, grilled pork and other meaty offerings. It also has an extensive…
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