Central & Eastern Istria
For a fine gastronomic experience, head to this rural restaurant, 2km northeast of Brtonigla off the road to Buje. It has a lovely terrace on a hill, with…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern Europe
Podgorica
In a country where any cuisine from further away than Italy is considered exotic, this opulently decorated Indian restaurant comes as a pleasant surprise …
Belarus
Fasol has a stylish industrial design with plenty of exposed piping and a musical theme. The carnivore-pleasing menu emphasises prime seafood such as sea…
Western Siberia
This place, an extra-large Siberian izba (wood house) that simply feels warm and welcoming, is a revolution as far as Tobolsk is concerned. Specialities…
Philippopolis Restaurant & Café
Plovdiv
There's a swanky vibe to this old-town restaurant attached to an art gallery. Italian-inspired dishes such as rabbit and polenta, and expertly seasoned…
Saranda
One of Saranda's original restaurants, 'The Crab' is a long-standing taverna that only has fish and seafood on the menu, and locals will tell you with…
Istria's West Coast
Enjoy the whimsical decor of this artsy oasis while tucking into dishes brimming with seasonal and local ingredients, named after jazz greats. If you're…
Western Siberia
An easy stop near the kremlin for relatively quick and cheap Russian eats – think lunch standards such as bishteks (Russian-style hamburger), solyanka …
Sofia
All is not as it seems at K.E.V.A, a simple-looking place with a cheap menu: this restaurant offers five-star cuisine, lots of grilled meat dishes and…
Zagreb
This contemporary ‘bio-bistro’ (as it dubs itself) is tucked away in a courtyard a 10-minute walk from the main square. Ingredients from its own farm are…
Berat
This decent Gorica restaurant serves high-class versions of classic Albanian farmer dishes and is always crowded with locals. The food is really tasty,…
Veliko Târnovo
With a menu branching far beyond pizza, this local chain serves hefty salads, risottos and sophisticated pan-European dishes such as chicken with figs and…
Banja Luka
The main restaurant is built into stone arches beneath the Kastel's original fortress walls and decorated with swords, helmets and a suit of armour. The…
Vis Island
Set in an old stone house with a palm-shaded terrace overlooking the sea, Val offers a seasonal menu with an Italian twist. Try the offerings of wild…
Split
A sweet little restaurant decked out with rustic details and exposed stone walls, Šperun is a favourite among foreigners – possibly because the waiters,…
Plovdiv
This popular mini-chain of restaurants has a huge menu that's strong on meat, whether grilled, roasted or satch (sizzled with vegetables on a hotplate)…
Chişinău
Catering to an impoverished university crowd, this stolovaya (cafeteria) is the best place in the centre for quick budget eats. Point and choose from…
Ohrid
This place, just outside the Old Town on the lakeside promenade of the New Town, is a great place for skara (grilled meat), as well as many other…
Black Sea Coast
Grilled octopus, mackerel and other fishy dishes feature here; other options include stuffed peppers and goulash. There's outdoor seating in the shady…
Belarus
The patio here, within a stone's throw of the lovely Neman River, is the best perch in town, and the food isn't half bad either. The menu mixes straight…
Tivat
Byblos' interior is heavy on atmosphere – all lanterns and elegant exotica – while the outdoor 'Mezze and Shisa Terrace' is a billowy hideaway of posh…
Hvar Town
The fabulous location and one of the island's best wine lists are reason enough to splurge at this swanky restaurant. Add innovative food and dazzling…
Tirana
This Tirana classic is where to come for a great burger, Tex-Mex and voluminous, great-value breakfasts. Run by Christian missionaries to Albania who do…
Belarus
This big, bustling basement pub under the Neman Hotel nails it with medieval-style arched brick ceilings and authentic Belarusian pub grub like machanka …
Tirana
The Spanish owner here was a finalist on Masterchef Albania and he went on to found this restaurant as a hobby, and, as the name suggests, he'll normally…
Ulcinj
This upstairs restaurant and pizzeria is a great people-watching perch when the streets below are heaving with tourists. It's the seafood that drags in…
Romania
Worth even just a look, this charming, very kid-friendly 'retro bistro' with a big cow statue on the main street is decked out in colourful period-piece…
Pristina
It's not only the cuisine that is typically Albanian here, but the fug of smoke hovering over the entire space. Despite that, this is a great spot to…
Bucharest
On the western side of the lake, across from Snagov village, this upscale terrace restaurant is one of the nicer places to eat in the Snagov area. There's…
Moldova
The local branch of this popular Moldovan chain has soaring floor-to-ceiling windows looking out on Bendery's main drag. More than a dozen varieties of…
St Petersburg
This was the first Spanish restaurant in St Petersburg and is still probably the best. Set up like a Valencian cantina, complete with beautiful tiling,…
Sarajevo
The house and garden seem to meld into one another at this smart yet relaxed restaurant-cafe with a tree growing through the roof, birdcages, decanters on…
Western European Russia
This waterfront restaurant – complete with portholes – specialises in creative fish dishes, as well as some meat and vegetarian options, and views of…
Bulgaria
Pri Ivan is arguably the best of a tiny number of restaurants in town and offers a variety of traditional Bulgarian and Balkan dishes, including lots of…
St Petersburg
The lacklustre decor may not instantly endear this Indian-run place to you, but its popularity with locals and visiting Indians says a great deal. The…
Vis Island
In the exotic gardens of the 16th-century Gariboldi mansion, Villa Kaliopa is an upmarket restaurant frequented by yachting enthusiasts. Tall palm trees,…
Northern European Russia
This centrally-located cafe's name translates as Golden Fish, the name of a Russian fairy tale. The menu is bound to delight kids, with pancakes with jam,…
Rovinj
Grab an alfresco table at this tavern on the water's edge for simple food and great views of the old town; it's a wonderful place to watch the sunset. If…
Belarus
The 'Golden Lion' has a vast patio that often assumes a beer-garden vibe. Close to a dozen different beers pour out of taps on the patio and in the more…
Moldova
While the crowd leans new rich (as the name implies), the prices are down to earth and the food is some of the best in town. Great salad selection, plus…
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