Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Extravaganza

    Thessaloniki

    The humming open kitchen here keeps punters happy with food that's innovative yet rooted in the Greek fundamentals. Expect treats such as garganelli …

  • Bobo Bistro

    Cannes

    Predictably, it's a 'bobo' (bourgeois bohemian) crowd that gathers at this achingly cool bistro in Cannes' fashionable Carré d'Or. Decor is stylishly…

  • Novecento

    Spoleto

    An oasis of modern design, this self-styled 'casual' restaurant marries kooky decor, including a canoe on the wall and colourful hanging lamps, with…

  • Restaurante Jardín

    Northern Mallorca

    The smart interior of this this Michelin-starred restaurant may be out of step with the nondescript villa facade but uniform excellence inspires the menu…

  • Enalion

    Milos

    The finest Greek produce is showcased at this wonderful little restaurant. Grab a seat on the waterfront terrace and let the switched-on staff guide you…

  • In den Doofpot

    Leiden

    Given the sky-high calibre of chef Patrick Brugman's food, advance reservations here are essential. This is extremely assured and creative cooking, with…

  • Old Stamp House

    The Lake District

    In the cellar of the building where Wordsworth worked as a distributor of stamps, this fine-dining bistro champions Cumbrian produce, much of it raised,…

  • Aux Terrasses

    Burgundy

    Chef Jean-Michel Carrette carries forth his father's legacy at this Michelin-starred restaurant, taking classic ingredients like Charolais beef, Bresse…

  • Quinlan & Cooke

    Ring of Kerry

    This is a modern take on a trad pub, so you can drop in for pints and craic in the afternoon, and stay for dinner. Some of the finest food on the Ring…

  • Nash 19

    Cork City

    A superb bistro and deli where locally sourced food is honoured at breakfast and lunch, either sit-in or take away. Fresh scones draw crowds early; daily…

  • Raki Baraki

    Rethymno

    Rustic, colourful and lively, this is a fantastic place to while away the evening over mezedhes (appetisers) like flavoursome grilled mushrooms with…

  • Covered Market

    Oxford

    A haven for impecunious students, this indoor marketplace holds 20 restaurants, cafes and takeaways. Let anyone loose here, and something’s sure to catch…

  • Mrs Robinson's

    Prenzlauer Berg

    When Israel transplant Ben Zviel and his partner Samina Raza launched their minimalist parlour (white-brick walls, polished wooden tables) in 2016, they…

  • Trattoria al Porto

    Lake Como

    In the sleepy village of Careno, this charming spot serves up excellent lake fish. When the wind is high, take refuge in the atmospheric stone-walled…

  • Rew Rew

    Gozo

    This simple, pine-shaded place has 10 tables beside a beachside shack and serves up delicious seafood, including calamari, prawns and fish. Mains are…

  • Le Champignon Sauvage

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    For over 30 years, chef David Everitt-Matthias has been thrilling visitors and locals alike in this two-Michelin-starred Cheltenham favourite. Imaginative…

  • Tiffany

    Pristina

    The organic menu here (delivered by efficient, if somewhat terse, English-speaking staff) is simply dazzling: sit on the sun-dappled terrace and enjoy the…

  • Urban Espresso Bar

    Rotterdam

    Could this be Rotterdam's best cafe? The coffee here is definitely a cut above most of its competitors (Giraffe beans, expert baristas), as is the food …

  • Osteria

    Anglesey & the North Coast

    Two Florentine partners opened this excellent addition to Caernarfon's dining scene in a compact whitewashed-stone building hard up against the city walls…

  • Çeşka Anne Mutfağı

    Çeşme

    Operated by a local women's cooperative, this humble spot a short stroll from Çeşme's busy main street specialises in homestyle cooking. The ever-changing…

  • Kalamaki Restaurant

    Kalkan

    A modern venue with a very stylish minimalist pub on the terrace and a restaurant upstairs, serving superb Turkish dishes with a European twist. Try the…

  • Bumba Breakfast Club

    Alaçatı

    Bumba's table-covering breakfasts are packed with local and seasonal herbs, cheeses and fruit. Highlights of 15 small plates could include yoghurt with…

  • Cavalariça Comporta

    The Alentejo

    Seasonally inspired Cavalariça, in the heart of Comporta village, wins hearts for bucking tradition in favour of creating a modern, foodie-focused dining…

  • Su Gologone

    Eastern Sardinia

    Nestled at the foot of mountains, this rural retreat is a delight, with a bougainvillea-draped terrace for balmy evenings. The local Cannonau red goes…

  • El Pilón

    Málaga Province

    This former carpenter’s workshop is the village’s most popular restaurant – and rightly so. Dishes are created using locally sourced ingredients whenever…

  • La Rustica

    Enna

    Slow Food stalwart La Rustica ticks all the right boxes: off the tourist trail, popular with locals and run by a couple passionate about classic local…

  • Walnut Tree

    Southeast Wales

    Established in 1963, the Michelin-starred Walnut Tree serves the cuisine-hopping meat and seafood creations of chef Shaun Hill, with a focus on fresh,…

  • Toni del Spin

    Treviso

    This trattoria has been a reference point since 1880, and the original wood-panelled dining room is reassuringly full of diners hunched over silky plates…

  • Reunion

    Guernsey

    Sea views, a stylish interior (all charcoal greys and canary yellows) and original cocktails are all perks here. Besides, the chef creates wonderful,…

  • Brauerei im Füchschen

    Düsseldorf

    Boisterous, packed and drenched with local colour, the ‘Little Fox’ in the Altstadt is all you expect a Rhenish beer hall to be. The kitchen is especially…

  • Pierre Geronimi

    Monaco

    A bit of a local's secret: Monaco's best ice creams and sorbets, made by its eponymous Corsican maître glacier. The flavours are exciting – try chestnut…

  • Salloura Oğlu

    Istanbul

    Transplanted from Aleppo to İstanbul in 2014, this 150-year-old institution is known for speciality sweet cheese desserts such as kadayıf and peynirli…

  • Nardi

    Extremadura

    Nardi impresses with rich, classic dishes given a contemporary zing, served in a warm, elegant dining room with wood beams, yellow walls and rustic art…

  • Jovellanos 16

    Almería

    Wtth friendly service and a prime people-watching location opposite Plaza Constitución, Jovellanos 16 is a rising star on Almería's 'tapas row'. Don't…

  • Maison Maison

    Paris

    Halfway down the stairs by Pont Neuf is this wonderfully secret space beneath the bouquinistes (used-book sellers), where you can watch the bateaux…

  • Metamorfosi

    Rome

    This Michelin-starred Parioli restaurant provides one of Rome's best dining experiences, offering international fusion cuisine and a contemporary look…

  • Mother India

    Glasgow

    Glasgow curry buffs forever debate the merits of the city's numerous excellent South Asian restaurants; Mother India features in every discussion. It's…

  • Grillmarkaðurinn

    Reykjavík

    Top-notch dining is the order of the day here, from the moment you enter the glass atrium with its golden-globe lights to your first snazzy cocktail, and…

  • Minyam

    Barcelona

    Billowing with smoke beneath a tajine-like metal lid, smouldering herbs infuse the rice of Minyam's signature Vulcanus (smoked seafood paella with squid…

  • Doukato

    Hora (Naxos)

    One of the Cyclades' best eating experiences, in a magical setting that was once a monastery, church and a school, Doukato is rightly deserving of…

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