Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Mackie Mayor

    Manchester

    This restored former meat market is now home to a superb food hall with a fine selection of 10 individual traders. The pizzas from Honest Crust are divine…

  • Kalypso

    Lindos

    This former sea captain's residence with its beautiful stone relief is perfect for lunch or dinner on the roof terrace or inside. Sea bass, octopus,…

  • Solna 12

    Małopolska

    A large, casual restaurant with a fine seasonal menu of dishes with a modern take on European cuisine. The chefs are proud of the provenance of their fare…

  • Rodelalm

    Tyrol

    With glowing faces and frosty fingers, most sledders heading down Rodelbahn stop at this hut located halfway, to warm up with schnapps and a big plate of…

  • Restaurant Zur Tenne

    Tyrol

    Choose between the rustic, beamed interior where an open fire crackles and the more summery conservatory at Hotel Tenne's highly regarded restaurant…

  • Gelateria Dondoli

    San Gimignano

    Think of it less as ice cream, more as art. Former gelato world champion Sergio Dondoli is known for creations including Crema di Santa Fina (saffron…

  • Pyongyang

    Vladivostok

    Staffed by waitresses from nearby North Korea who periodically break out into karaoke, this unique establishment is just strange enough to be considered a…

  • Bajgiel

    Małopolska

    One of the town's best restaurants recalls the Jewish community that was centred on the nearby Mały Rynek. Management is proud of its top-notch regional…

  • Axiotissa

    Naxos

    A destination in its own right, Axiotissa is all about creative dishes made from locally sourced ingredients, be it fresh catch from their fisherman…

  • Rosé

    Burgas

    Choose from a wide menu of grilled meats and fish, including a superlative lamb-shank offering, or fresh pasta at this superb restaurant in the city…

  • Frangasqueira Nacional

    Príncipe Real, Santos & Estrela

    This tiny, mostly takeaway-only grill (the new location now spares space for two tables) does splendid chicken, ribs, crioula sausage and turkey kebabs…

  • Leo Budapest

    Castle District

    There are rooftop bar-restaurants and then there's His Highness Leo, who will put you in the lap of the gods in the warmer months on the 8th floor of the…

  • Walliserkanne

    Valais

    Fondues, perfectly crisp wood-fired rösti and game dishes make this cosy address run by the Grichtling family since 1931 a Valaisian highlight. But the…

  • Krčma v Šatlavské

    Český Krumlov

    This medieval barbecue cellar is hugely popular with visitors and your tablemates are much more likely to be from Austria or China than from the town…

  • Buschérie

    Northern Germany

    Although historic and half-timbered, Buschstrasse is very much the modern bistro. Enjoy seasonal, regional foods with a few French inflections at an…

  • Market Lane

    Cork City

    It’s always hopping at this bright corner bistro. The menu is broad and hearty, changing to reflect what’s fresh at the English Market: perhaps roast hake…

  • Narlıkuyu Balık Restaurant

    Eastern Mediterranean

    Spanning a lovely terrace on one arm of Narlıkuyu's little cove, this seafood restaurant is a delight. Seafood meals come complete with huge piles of…

  • Trattoria Rosmarino

    Genoa

    Rosmarino cooks up the standard local specialities, yes, but the straightforwardly priced menu has an elegance and vibrancy that sets it apart. With two…

  • Estrela do Mar

    Estremadura & Ribatejo

    In an utterly memorable position on the water, this classic seafood place scores top marks for location: the dining room is right over the waves above São…

  • Le Cassenoix

    Paris

    The Nutcracker is everything a self-respecting neighbourhood bistro should be. 'Tradition et terroir' ('tradition and provenance') dictate the menu that…

  • La Grillade Gourmande

    Épernay

    This chic, red-walled, art-slung bistro is an inviting spot to try chargrilled meats and dishes rich in texture and flavour, such as crayfish pan-fried in…

  • O Kossis

    Andros

    Renowned throughout Andros as the island's best 'meatery', O Kossis is located in the middle of nowhere, in the hills above Gavrio, signposted beyond…

  • Old Perithia Taverna

    Corfu

    A family-run restaurant for 150 years, the Old Perithia Taverna has shelves full of dusty farming implements and sepia-coloured family photographs. Almost…

  • Mikres Cyclades

    Small Cyclades

    Showcasing the best of Cycladic produce with pride, Mikres serves a short and sweet menu of mezedhes, fish and meat dishes under a stylish bamboo awning…

  • Guests

    Batumi

    Owner Alexander decamped to Batumi from his native St Petersburg for the climate, and in doing so has gifted this rather charmingly bohemian place to the…

  • Ankyun

    Yerevan

    Ask local foodies to nominate the best Italian food in town, and they inevitably choose this place. The chef uses seasonal ingredients to create pizzas,…

  • Storstad

    Regensburg

    If you are looking for something a bit more creative on your plate than hunks of pork and dumplings, book a table at this 21st-century gourmet restaurant…

  • The View

    South Cornwall

    The name says it all. This restaurant sits in a stunning position on the cliffs above Whitsand Bay, offering an amazing panorama of Rame Head and the…

  • Grandi Mathöll

    Reykjavík

    There's no neater encapsulation of Grandi's rejuvenation than the transformation of this old fish factory into a pioneering street-food hall. Long trestle…

  • Dishoom

    Notting Hill & West London

    Dishy Dishoom is not only a delightful art deco–style treat and a delicious picture to behold, but also serves some of the finest Indian food in London…

  • Vertshuset Røros

    Central Norway

    The town's best food is served at the Vertshuset Inn, with a strong focus on local flavours: mountain trout, Arctic char, local beef, pork and a great…

  • Norresan

    Bornholm

    In a beautiful old smokehouse by the water, close to Oluf Høst Museet, this whitewashed cafe wins over visitors with views, home-baked cakes and cookies,…

  • George & Dragon

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    A mile and a half west of Richmond, the George & Dragon is a genuine local pub, owned and managed by the community. It serves a small menu of freshly…

  • Yperokeanio

    Piraeus

    Grab a cab to this fantastic seafood mezedhopoleio, where you can tuck into small plates of grilled sardines or steamed mussels. For dessert there's…

  • Kania Beach Taverna

    Dodecanese

    Kick back at this gorgeous taverna spread around the curve of tiny Kania beach. Watch as the owner grills fresh tuna or bream on the fire beside you, gaze…

  • I Nea Follia

    Thessaloniki

    This charismatic little backstreet joint, decorated with herb garlands, utensils, event posters and even a vintage jukebox, is locally loved for its…

  • Walled City Brewery

    Derry (Londonderry)

    Housed in the former army barracks on Ebrington Sq, Walled City Brewery is a craft brewery and restaurant run by master brewer and Derry local James Huey…

  • Ek Bistro

    Ljubljana

    Ljubljana's top spot for brunch, meaning in this case big slices of avocado toast on homemade bread, bowls of muesli and yoghurt, and eggs Benedict on…

  • Comptoir Cuisine

    Burgundy

    After pursuing other gastronomic ventures far and wide, dynamic young chef Philippe Latrasse returned to his native Autun in 2017 to launch this intimate,…

  • Ed Red

    Kraków

    This is a solid splurge option for the steaks – cuts include New York strip, ribeye and T-bone – made from dry-aged beef and using only local producers…

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