Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • A Tasca

    Sagres

    Seafood doesn't come fresher than at this converted fish warehouse, with a timber-decked terrace overlooking the marina and Ilhotes do Martinhal offshore…

  • Kek

    Delft

    The baskets of organic fruit and vegetables at the front of this stylish cafe are a good indicator of what's on the menu – freshly squeezed juices, fruit…

  • Hiša Torkla

    Slovenian Coast

    One of our most memorable meals was enjoyed here, where Andreja and Sebastijan provide warm service in a stylish setting, with fine local flavours…

  • Casa Jorge

    Madrid

    Arguably Madrid's best Catalan restaurant, classy Casa Jorge serves up exquisite specialties from Spain's northwest, including caracoles (snails),…

  • Stravaigin

    Glasgow

    Stravaigin is a serious foodie's delight, with a menu constantly pushing the boundaries of originality and offering creative culinary excellence. With a…

  • Litlibær

    The Westfjords

    One of the Westfjord's most atmospheric eateries, Litlibær is a 19th century, turf-roofed hut that's crammed with family photos and memorabilia. The…

  • Habana

    Santa Cruz de la Palma

    This delightful pink-and-white wedding cake of a building has its terrace on a picturesque plaza overlooking a fountain and surrounded by flower-filled…

  • Richer

    Paris

    Richer's pared-back, exposed-brick decor is a smart setting for genius creations including wild plaice cerviche with fennel puree and confit tomato jelly…

  • La Blava

    Calella de Palafrugell

    In a former fisher's house overlooking the beach, La Blava has earned a loyal following for its exquisite seafood, best enjoyed at outdoor tables…

  • Acánthum

    Huelva

    Celebrating the flavours of his native Huelva, Chef Xanty Elias's exuberant mutli-course menus have earned him Michelin star status since 2015. Reserve…

  • Rusty Shears

    Whitby

    This vintage cafe covers many bases. There's an astounding drinks menu with more than 100 gins (despite the fact it's closed evenings) and gin flights, a…

  • La Pause Gourmande

    Yonne

    This sweet, unpretentious lunchtime eatery near the cathedral features an ever-changing monthly menu built around fresh local produce and delectable…

  • Met Kodra

    Tirana

    One of the great classics of Tirana dining. This tiny place which consists of nothing but a small smoky grill, does one thing and one thing only – qofta …

  • Prè de Costa

    The Dolomites

    Housed in an old barn with a stunning mountain backdrop, the Crazzolara family's farm-to-table gem is a long-standing local favourite. Chef Norbert…

  • Orania.Restaurant

    Kreuzberg

    Punctilious artisanship meets boundless creativity at Orania, where a small army of chefs fusses around culinary wunderkind Philipp Vogel in the shiny…

  • Beituskúrinn

    East Iceland

    A touch of New England in the Eastfjords: this photogenic waterfront shed has been reborn as a cheerfully rustic eatery-bar, with a deck boasting million…

  • Folk & Fe

    Trondheim

    Relaxed, rustic-chic is the modus operandi at Folk & Fe. Lauded by the White Guide (Scandinavia's answer to the Michelin Guide), it's vintage New Nordic,…

  • Wunderland

    Latvia

    This bamboo hut is one of the best places on the coast to revel in the summer beach vibe. Right on the beach, it's a surfer hang-out where you can hear…

  • L'Envers

    Wallonia

    One of Mons' most popular restaurants, this lively spot deals out bistro favourites complemented by a list of daily dishes with innovative takes on…

  • Kazan

    Santa Cruz de Tenerife

    Kazan's Michelin star has assured it a large fanbase in town and far beyond. The setting: lightly polished wood and beige fabric chairs, muted and…

  • Simon Radley at the Grosvenor

    Chester

    Simon Radley's formal restaurant (you're instructed to arrive 30 minutes early for drinks and canapés) has served near-perfect Modern British cuisine…

  • Sha-Roe Bistro

    Counties Wexford, Waterford, Carlow & Kilkenny

    Tucked inside an 18th-century building, award-winning chef Henry Stone's restaurant has a huge open fireplace and a pretty courtyard at the back,…

  • Punta Lena

    Stromboli

    For a romantic outing, head to this upscale waterfront restaurant with cheerful blue decor, lovely sea views and the soothing sound of waves lapping in…

  • Spring

    The West End

    White walls, ball chandeliers and columns are offset by the odd blossom in this restored Victorian drawing room in Somerset House. Award-winning…

  • Lacrimi și Sfinți

    Bucharest

    A true destination restaurant in the historic centre, Lacrimi și Sfinți takes modern trends such as farm-to-table freshness and organic sourcing and…

  • Belveder

    Central Montenegro

    Occupying a scenic eyrie, well signposted on the way to Lipa Cave, this wonderful roadside restaurant serves traditional fare including freshwater fish,…

  • Terrasse & Casa

    Bern

    Dubbed ‘Bern’s Riviera’, this twinset of eateries enjoys a blissful Aare-side setting. Terrasse is a glass shoebox with wooden decking over the water,…

  • The Farm

    Marbella

    It’s not a farm, but instead an exceptionally pretty restaurant in Marbella’s old town, consisting of a patio, a terrace and a dining room furnished with…

  • Le Caveau

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    Thanks to the stylish decoration there's no hint that this 16th-century cellar was once a prison for sheep rustlers. It's now one of Skipton's best…

  • Lake Road Kitchen

    The Lake District

    This much-lauded bistro has brought some dazzle to Ambleside's dining scene. Its Noma-trained head chef, James Cross, explores the 'food of the north',…

  • Vila Adentro

    Faro

    With tables on the square in Faro's old town and a dining room decorated with floor-to-ceiling azulejos, this Moorish 15th-century building is a romantic…

  • Asador Espadín

    Andalucía

    Long before you reach the front door, delicious smoky aromas greet you at this ever-popular Velez Rubio lunch spot. Formally dressed old-school waiters…

  • Paradise Beach

    Kefallonia

    This much-loved taverna has a dreamy vine-shaded terrace overlooking a little beach. Thanks to its locally reared meat – in dishes such as exceptionally…

  • Nautika

    Dubrovnik

    Nautika bills itself as 'Dubrovnik's finest restaurant' and it comes pretty close. The setting is sublime, overlooking the sea and the city walls, and the…

  • Osteria Le Servite

    Lake Garda

    Tucked away in Arco's wine-growing region, this elegant little osteria (tavern) serves dishes that are so seasonal the menu changes weekly. You might be…

  • Grands Verandan

    Stockholm

    Head here, inside the Grand Hôtel, for the famous smörgåsbord – especially during the Christmas holidays, when it becomes even more elaborate …

  • Gay-Odin

    Naples

    Not so much a chocolatier as an institution, Gay-odin concocts some of the city's finest cocoa creations, including oh-so-Neapolitan chocolate 'cozze' …

  • Pasent

    Serbia

    Down by the Danube, with a huge lantern-decorated garden and a soundtrack of chillout bossa nova tunes, gorgeous Pasent is an unmissable dining experience…

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