Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Barley Bree

    Lowland Perthshire & Kinross

    Set in the pretty village of Muthill (pronounced mooth-il), 3 miles south of Crieff, the Barley Bree is a delightfully rustic restaurant with rooms…

  • Chez Boudji

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    Visitors love the authenticity of this Swiss mountain chalet with a panoramic terrace overlooking the Alps. Linger there in anticipation of the cheesy…

  • Rua Deli & Cafe

    County Mayo

    Artisan, organic, local food packs the shelves and tables of this gourmet deli-cafe. Picnic goodies include Carrowholly cheese, Ballina smoked salmon and…

  • Muddlers Club

    Belfast

    Industrial-style decor, friendly service and rustic dishes that allow fresh local ingredients to shine are a winning combination at one of Belfast's best…

  • Lauda

    Oia

    One of the top fine dining experiences in Santorini – natch, in Greece! – Lauda morphed from Oia's humble first restaurant into a destination in its own…

  • Ayasoluk Restaurant

    Selçuk

    One of the best dining experiences in town, this hotel's rooftop restaurant has a panoramic view of the fortress and distant mountains, particularly…

  • L'Altro Baffo

    Otranto

    This elegant modern restaurant near the castle stands out in Otranto's competitive dining scene. It stays in touch with basic Pugliese and Italian…

  • Bay

    Black Sea Coast

    Discover the best food in Sveti Konstantin, and arguably in all of greater Varna, at this beachside Lebanese restaurant and cocktail bar. The specialities…

  • Mylos Restaurant

    Troödos Mountains

    This excellent restaurant at the Mill Hotel is ideally situated next to the river, with a slow-turning mill wheel and a shady terrace offering superb…

  • Desogos

    Western Sardinia

    Run by the Desogos family for more than 70 years, this welcoming, old-school trattoria in the historic centre is perfect for a fill-up of hearty mountain…

  • Kreuzblume

    Freiburg

    On a flower-festooned lane, this pocket-sized restaurant with clever backlighting, slick monochrome decor and a menu fizzing with bright, sunny flavours…

  • Bay Horse

    Northeast England

    It's well worth the 19-mile trip east of Barnard Castle to this 15th-century coaching inn in the pretty riverside village of Hurworth-on-Tees, but book…

  • Botanica

    Southern Highlands & Islands

    In the centre of Tighnabruaich village, this place offers a touch of eclecticism focused on solid British ingredients, with simple classics like asparagus…

  • Mehana Chavkova Kâshta

    Pirin Mountains

    Sit beneath 500-year-old trees and watch Melnik meander past at this superb spot. Like many places in town, grilled meats and Bulgarian dishes are…

  • Tri Golubice

    Serbia

    If you're in Vrnjačka Banja for a spa splurge, head to 'Three Doves' for mouth-wateringly prepared fish and seafood, from delectable lignje na žaru …

  • Tantris

    Munich

    Tantris means 'the search for perfection' and here, at one of Germany's most famous restaurants, it's not far off it. The interior design is full-bodied …

  • Gelateria De' Coltelli

    Pisa

    Follow the crowd to this world-class gelateria, famed for its sensational artisanal, organic and 100% natural gelato. Flavours are as zesty and appealing…

  • I Salaioli

    Pistoia

    One glance at the delectable salami wedges and cheese rounds on the counter begging to be eaten and you'll be smitten. This is one of those fabulous deli…

  • Tık Tık Kadın Emeği

    Ürgüp

    This local women's cooperative serves up true homespun village flavours with mantı (Turkish ravioli), içli köfte (ground lamb and onion with a bulgur…

  • Oscar's

    Galway City

    The menu changes daily at this outstanding seafood restaurant but it might include monkfish poached in saffron and white wine and served with cockles,…

  • Uusi Kilta

    Turku & Finland's South Coast

    Naantali's best restaurant has a sun-drenched terrace overlooking the pier and a superb, seafood-oriented menu. The selection changes seasonally, but you…

  • Le Moulin de Bassilour

    Biarritz

    This rustic bakery in a hidden vale 8km south of Biarritz is set in a historic mill that still grinds the flour using the stream that runs beneath the…

  • Daluan

    Castellón Province

    Daluan is run by Avelino Ramón, a cookery teacher by trade, and his wife Jovita: a very friendly team! Its small upstairs interior is satisfyingly…

  • Le Kaiku

    St-Jean de Luz

    To spoil yourself, Nicholas Borombo's stellar Michelin-starred address is the place to dine in St-Jean. Known for their modern interpretation of Basque…

  • Corbridge Larder

    Northeast England

    Gourmet picnic fare at this fabulous deli includes bread, over 100 varieties of cheese, chutneys, cakes, chocolates and wine (you can get hampers made up)…

  • De Tjotter

    Friesland

    Herring, mackerel, cod, eel and shoals of tiny Dutch prawns come straight off the boats at Harlingen's premier seafood address. If you can't decide, opt…

  • Konoba Nebuloza

    Rijeka

    Straddling the line between modern and traditional Croatian fare, this slightly upmarket riverside restaurant serves lots of seafood, along with selected…

  • Le Café des Épices

    Marseille

    One of Marseille’s best chefs, Arnaud de Grammont, works thoughtfully with great produce and inventive flavours: think gurnard in chickpea broth with…

  • Tourlida Restaurant

    Central Greece

    Even without such good food, it'd be worth the 5km trek to enjoy this lagoon setting, inches from bobbing boats and with stunning sunset views. Chairs and…

  • Holohan's at the Barge

    Belfast

    Aboard the Belfast Barge, Holohan's is a sensational find for inspired twists on seafood and superb cooking of traditional Irish recipes such as…

  • La Cucina di Mamma Elvira

    Lecce

    An offshoot of the stylish Enoteca Mamma Elvira, 'The Kitchen' makes use of a bigger space than that available to its older sibling to deliver more…

  • Said the Butcher to the Cow

    Vienna

    Not only does this wildly popular hang-out have a brilliant name, it serves knock-out brioche-bun burgers (chicken teriyaki with wasabi mayo; black tiger…

  • Cin Bal Kebap Salonu

    Turquoise Coast

    Established in 1989, Cin Bal specialises in lamb tandir (clay oven) dishes and kebaps, with seating inside and in its grapevine-covered garden courtyard…

  • Casa Manolo

    Southern Mallorca

    With its photo-plastered walls and ceilings strung with Serrano hams, this corner bar looks much as it did when it opened in 1945. While the aged, Josper…

  • Ca'n Cuarassa

    Northern Mallorca

    With tantalising sea views and a tranquil garden terrace fringed by palm and tamarind trees, this genteel villa scores highly with diners. Homemade bread…

  • Ristorante da Paolino

    Abruzzo

    Be sure to book ahead at this bustling and popular little inn-restaurant in the heart of Pescocostanzo. Pasta dishes make expert use of earthy ingredients…

  • Pumpkin Cafe

    Göreme

    With its wooden balcony and snug stone-cut room decorated with whimsically carved-out pumpkins (what else), this cute-as-a-button restaurant is one of the…

  • Corteinfiore

    Trani

    The decking, stiff tablecloths and marquee setting of this famed Trani seafood restaurant set hopes racing, and the food, wine and service deliver in full…

  • Town House

    Southeast England

    The only thing that rivals the 16th-century Florentine gilded-walnut ceiling in this compact and very elegant eatery is the sparkling atmosphere and…

  • Mediteran

    Northern Dalmatia

    Mediteran centres on a lovely old stone building, although in summer the action moves into the courtyard and up to the little 1st-floor terrace. Chef Pero…

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