Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Crna Ovca

    Novi Sad

    Crna Ovca means 'Black Sheep' in Serbian but tasty gelato emerging from this tiny little Belgrade transplant has nothing of which to be ashamed. Top…

  • Panczo

    Wrocław

    Part of a Polish trend that has seen street-food businesses opening up in permanent premises, Panczo serves up huge portions of lip-smacking tacos,…

  • La Vida es Bella

    Valencia

    The front terrace or back garden of this innovative spot make great places to relax and absorb Benimaclet life with a beer or bite. More house than…

  • Marymary

    Ikaria

    Marrying traditional island cuisine with cosmopolitan culinary fashion, this upmarket eatery in the heart of Armenistis has a small army of devoted…

  • Xaya

    St-Jean de Luz

    Duck down a side street into this stone-walled restaurant for excellent French food with a Basque twist. There are two options: order grilled fish or…

  • Irish Pub

    Constanţa

    Several years after it opened to an enthusiastic reception, this is still the place to see and be seen, and one of the best meals in town. There are a…

  • Le Verre Volé

    Montmartre & Northern Paris

    The tiny ‘Stolen Glass’ – a wine shop with a few tables – is one of Paris' most popular wine bar/restaurants, with outstanding natural and unfiltered…

  • Noir

    Moldavia & the Bucovina Monasteries

    Intelligent and well-thought-out menu combinations, such as grilled pork tenderloin served with baked apple or glazed pork ribs paired with diced potato…

  • Elyssia

    Troödos Mountains

    The moussaka here is so good that it apparently attracts regulars from Pafos; the fresh trout is another winner. The meze – comprising 20 different small…

  • Le Sot l’y Laisse

    Côte d'Azur

    You won’t find a more authentic Provençal restaurant than this place, on the shady town square of Mouans-Sartoux, 4km northwest of Mougins. The signature…

  • Waterside Inn

    Oxford & the Cotswolds

    From the moment the uniformed valet greets you until the last tray of petit fours is served, this three-Michelin-starred riverfront restaurant is…

  • Le Drac

    Parc Naturel Régional des Volcans d'Auvergne

    Named for a hairy, mischievous gnome, this cellar restaurant is a winning address thanks to well-executed regional cuisine and faultless service. Top…

  • No 8 Bistro

    York

    A cool little place with modern artwork mimicking the Edwardian stained glass at the front, No 8 offers a day-long menu of top-notch bistro dishes using…

  • Voglhaus

    Konstanz

    Locals flock to the ‘bird house’ for its chilled vibe and contemporary wood-and-stone interior, warmed by an open fire in winter. Wood-oven bread with…

  • Neman Cafem

    Cappadocia

    You could easily blink and miss this tiny cafe as you're walking down the main road, but if you've picked up a mantı (Turkish ravioli) addiction on your…

  • Karaköy Lokantası

    Beyoğlu

    Known for its gorgeous tiled interior, genial owner and bustling vibe, Karaköy Lokantası serves tasty and well-priced food to its loyal local clientele…

  • Salt

    Ios

    One of those rare restaurants that get everything right, Salt is a light-filled, breezy outdoor space under a canopy of whitewashed bamboo overlooking the…

  • Taberna Jicales

    Sevilla Province

    Grilled chunks of tuna served on a bed of thick salmorejo seasoned with roasted red pepper; pork tenderloin slow cooked in sweet Pedro Ximénez wine –…

  • Refuge by Volta

    Manchester

    Manchester's snazziest dining room occupies one half of The Refuge, one of the city's best bars. The menu is made up of voltini, sharing plates with…

  • La Escollera

    Estepona

    Locals in the know – from dock workers swigging beers to families celebrating a first communion – flock to this port-side eatery to dine on arguably the…

  • Sousouro

    Paros

    Occupying a small corner in Old Town, this cafe is big on flavour. One of the islands’ best breakfast menus awaits: superfood smoothies and shakes, a…

  • Youmiko Vegan Sushi

    Warsaw

    Once you've sampled Youmiko's freshly made vegan takes on sushi, including toppings made from edamame beans, sweet potato and jackfruit, you may never…

  • Hanul Domnesc

    Wallachia

    This traditional Romanian restaurant is the ideal pick in Târgu Jiu. There's a hidden garden in the back (walk from the front door through a narrow…

  • Bräustübl

    Berchtesgaden

    Past the vaulted entrance painted in Bavaria's white and blue diamonds this lively but cosy beer hall–beer garden is run by the local brewery. Expect a…

  • Zuma

    Vladivostok

    A stylish welcoming place, this two-floor restaurant-lounge is decked out in an elaborate but classy Angkor Wat theme, replete with a massive black…

  • Gloria Mar

    Black Sea Coast

    For our money, this is the best dining option in touristy Nesebâr. Fresh seafood, wood-fired pizzas and grilled meats are on offer, as well as harder-to…

  • Little India

    Dresden

    Bright, minimalist and informal, this fantastic Indian restaurant is a world away from most in Dresden, and its popularity is obvious (be prepared to wait…

  • Danny Minnie's Restaurant

    County Donegal

    A beacon of family-run fine dining since 1962, this very popular village restaurant is known for food that's inventive and seasonal. The chef is Brian O…

  • Digby Chick

    Outer Hebrides

    A modern restaurant that dishes up bistro cuisine such as haddock and chips, slow-roast pork belly or roast vegetable panini at lunchtime, the Digby Chick…

  • Scorrybreac

    Portree (Port Righ)

    Set in the front rooms of what was once a private house, and with just eight tables, Scorrybreac is snug and intimate, offering fine dining without the…

  • Cocoa Mountain

    North & West Coast

    At the Balnakeil craft village, this upbeat cafe and chocolate maker offers handmade treats including a chilli, lemongrass and coconut white-chocolate…

  • Vitinn

    Reykjanes Peninsula

    The nautical-themed Vitinn is not to be missed. A friendly team serves heaps of seafood (stored in tanks out back in the courtyard) in marine-fancy…

  • Entrevins

    Valencia

    With a quiet, restrained elegance, this upstairs restaurant makes a lovely lunchtime retreat from the bustle of the street and is handy for several nearby…

  • L’Espiguette

    Rouen

    This charmingly decorated eatery serves excellent bistro classics – think osso bucco (veal casserole), fillet of sole, beef tartare – with the day's…

  • Ristoro di Lamole

    Chianti

    Family-run, this eyrie in the hilltop village of Lamole, 8km east of Panzano and 9km southeast of Greve, offers its diners one of the most spectacular…

  • 36.Line

    Jūrmala

    Popular local chef Lauris Alekseyevs delivers modern twists on traditional Latvian dishes and fresh seafood at this innovative restaurant occupying a…

  • Hünkâr Ocakbaşı

    Kaş

    Buzzing ocakbaşı (grill house) with a streetside terrace that serves a mighty fine range of meats. Classics like Adana kebap (₺32) have a wonderful…

  • Enochs

    Anglesey & the North Coast

    Customers come from miles around to sample the offerings at nautically themed Enochs, a fish-and-chip joint dedicated to sustainable fishing. The mains…

  • Karatello

    Lemesos (Limassol)

    A modern take on Cypriot classics is the name of the game at this stylish restaurant with a vast outdoor terrace, part of the Old Carob Mill complex. The…

  • Bistro de l'Arte

    Braşov

    Tucked down a charming side street, this bohemian joint can be spotted by the bike racks shaped like penny-farthings. There's an almost Parisian feel in…

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