Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Mocking

    Tyrol

    At the bottom of the slopes, this rustic-chic restaurant keeps the mood delightfully cosy with its all-wood interior. Here the chef puts his own stamp on…

  • Alborada

    Murcia

    Not particularly noteworthy from outside, this high-ceilinged minimalist dining space offers reliably excellent cuisine using carefully selected natural…

  • Pilzstube

    Salzburg & Salzburgerland

    As warm, woody and endearingly rustic as they come, this old-school Austrian restaurant on a hillside is at its most enchanting when the flakes fall in…

  • Saranna

    Palma de Mallorca

    This restaurant has a Scandi feel with its stripped back cream-and-turquoise decor and laid-back feel. There is nothing minimalist about the dishes though…

  • Ousia

    Lemesos (Limassol)

    Set in the former stables of the castle, Ousia has a varied and contemporary menu that's far from medieval. Choose from dishes such as vegetable tagine…

  • Sal de Coco

    Southern Mallorca

    This slick, art-strewn bistro takes its name from the sea salt gathered on the rocks around Colònia de Sant Jordi. Marta Rosselló puts an original take on…

  • Marché Victor Hugo

    Toulouse

    The beating heart of Toulouse’s food scene is this covered market, packed with local producers busily selling cheeses, fresh pasta, meats and takeaway…

  • Old Stables

    Cyprus

    Run by a mother-and-daughter team, Old Stables is the place to try tavas (lamb stew with cumin, potatoes, onions and tomatoes), a speciality here. It’s…

  • Ergon Agora

    Thessaloniki

    Agora restaurant is part of the Ergon chain, dedicated to the best Greek produce, from Pindos mountain truffles to Alonissos tuna. The food at this deli…

  • Tekin Ali Usta

    Eastern Mediterranean

    Just what you want from a classic lokanta (eatery serving ready-made food) and kebap salonu: friendly owners, bang-on renditions of lahmacun (Arabic-style…

  • F-Høj

    Aarhus

    This cool little deli-cafe overlooks the river and has a polished menu of smørrebrød (open sandwiches). It's the 'everyman' lunchtime outpost of the…

  • Quanto Basta

    Valle d’Itria

    Craft beer and pizza make an excellent combination at this quietly stylish old town restaurant with wooden tables, soft lighting and stone floors. It's…

  • Konoba Školji

    Perast

    This appealing traditional restaurant is all about the thrill of the grill: fresh seafood and falling-off-the-bone meats are barbecued to perfection in…

  • Saint Germain

    Vilnius

    Focusing largely on Italian and French fare, and serving wine-friendly snacks such as oysters and scallop bruschettas, this stylish wine bar–bistro is…

  • Tribal Burger

    Belfast

    There's a youthful vibe to this burger joint, with industrial-style decor and spray-painted walls. As well as 6 oz burgers, made fresh daily using local…

  • Gilberto e Vera

    Lipari

    Still run by the friendly couple who founded it four decades ago (ably assisted by daughter Alessia), this beloved shop sells two dozen varieties of…

  • À la Fortune du Pot

    Yonne

    Well placed in the square at the foot of Vézelay's main street, this French-Colombian-run restaurant with English iPad menus is at its best in sunny…

  • Taberna del Alabardero

    Madrid

    This fine old Madrid taberna (tavern) is famous for its croquettes, montaditos de jamón (small rolls of cured ham) and montaditos de bonito (small rolls…

  • Jessens Saluhall & Bar

    Visby

    Strung with light bulbs and great for people watching, this fabulous deli-cum-eatery is run by three affable brothers. Daily specials generally include…

  • Dos Gardenias

    Athens

    This place is authentically decorated with coloured tiles, skeleton murals and Virgin Mary icons. Margaritas and various cocktails accompanied by…

  • Wistub Zum Pfifferhüs

    Alsace

    If it's good old-fashioned Alsatian grub you're after, look no further than this snug wine tavern, which positively radiates rustic warmth with its beams,…

  • Arbeletxe

    The Catalan Pyrenees

    One of La Seu d'Urgell's best-loved dining destinations is this elegant but unpretentious, two-room restaurant just west of the Plaça Catalunya. Service…

  • Manteigaria

    Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré

    Baking pastéis de nata (custard tarts) really is like rocket science in Lisbon. This born-again butter factory gets it just right – crisp tarts that flake…

  • U Kroka

    Prague

    Cap a visit to historic Vyšehrad Citadel with a hearty meal at this traditional pub that delivers not just excellent beer but very good food as well…

  • Aux Prés

    St-Germain & Les Invalides

    This cult 1950s bistro with original bar, leather banquette seating and floral wallpaper sizzles with contemporary glamour thanks to celebrity French chef…

  • Hummer

    Copenhagen

    It's all about seafood at this Michelin-recommended spot along Nyhavn's waterfront. Tuck into fresh mussels, fish or, of course, the restaurant's namesake…

  • Mercearia do Miguel

    Foz do Douro

    A bright, retro-cool cafe in a born-again 1950s grocery store by the seafront, the Mercearia do Miguel is a wholly inviting choice for a healthy breakfast…

  • Le Monde de Don Cabillaud

    Burgundy

    This convivial restaurant is renowned for its seafood dishes, prepared in a variety of styles and presented with a minimum of fuss by Italo-French chef…

  • OneOne

    Alicante

    It’s easier if you speak a little Spanish at this wonderfully eccentric place with its faithful following of regulars, but your ebullient host will make…

  • Restaurant Hærværk

    Aarhus

    The name means 'vandalism', and this is one of Aarhus' new breed of restaurants challenging the established order with bold new ideas. To wit: the set…

  • Trens

    Palma de Mallorca

    The model train delivering entrées and desserts is certainly fun, as are the train decor and other ferrovial touches, but this resturant is no one-gimmick…

  • Panella

    Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo

    Freshly baked pastries, fruit tartlets, pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) and focaccia fill display cases in this famous bakery, and there's also a…

  • Cinecittà Bar Bistrot

    Basilicata

    Vintage movie posters and a juke box packed with opera arias and 1960s soul hits combine at this welcoming cafe on Bernalda's main street. Like the…

  • Karakter

    Kraków

    Karakter feels unique in Kazimierz in that there's no theme or shtick, only a menu that promises a modern whole-animal, farm-to-table approach and unusual…

  • Friðheimar

    The Golden Circle

    This farm is a surreal sight: huge, bright greenhouses grow tomatoes and a range of other crops throughout the year using geothermal energy. Staff sell…

  • La Rose des Vents

    Rouen

    Tucked away inside a secondhand shop and furnished with mismatching furniture and tables, this very charming and fun establishment is hugely popular with…

  • Pushkar

    Birmingham

    Classy north Indian and Punjabi cuisine takes centre stage in this glass-fronted, white tableclothed, gold-trimmed dining room. The elegant presentation…

  • El Cisne Azul

    Chueca

    Famous for its obsession with setas (wild mushrooms), 'The Blue Swan' has a range of dishes but none better than the mezcla de setas, a plate of seasonal…

  • Mamou

    Paris

    Fans of haute cuisine sans haute attitude should seek out this casual bistro by the Palais Garnier. Accomplished chef Romain Lalu runs the kitchen, and…

  • Taverna Splendido

    Herceg Novi

    Splendido lives up to its name with a prime spot overlooking the bay, attentive service and a fantastically varied menu (including Bosnian, Dalmatian,…

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