Orta San Giulio
Cross the threshold from the sunny street to the dark stone and wood interior of this suitably lived-in old cantina where a bar the size of a residential…
Must-see restaurants in Europe
Naples
A veritable porthole to Sicily, this takeaway stand peddles authentic island street food. Savoury bites include various types of arancini (deep-fried rice…
Moscow
If you don't get the name, which means 'No Fish', the sides of beef hanging in the window should give you a clue. This is where you come to get your…
Skylight Restaurant Bar & Pool
Troödos Mountains
On a warm summer's day, especially with kids in tow, this is the best choice in town. Where else can you enjoy your meal in between taking a dip in the…
Cilento Coast
Located across from the beach in the pretty southernmost part of Santa Maria, popular Arlecchino has picture windows overlooking the small sweep of sand…
Madrid
Set in a delightful old mansion, La Favorita is famous for its opera arias throughout the night, sung by professional opera singers masquerading as…
Turin
At this Quadrilatero Romano institution, it can be almost impossible to secure a table. Do book ahead, don't expect flash decor and pay the not-always…
Lake Como
Set along a narrow pedestrian lane in the upper part of Varenna, Il Cavatappi is an intimate spot with just seven tables set amid arched ceilings and…
Loch Lomond
Don't miss this low-ceilinged howff (drinking den), just north of Ardlui, with its smoke-blackened stone, kilted bartenders, and walls adorned with moth…
Perugia
Buried under the Cinema Zenith, Perugia's oldest cinema, this local favourite draws a savvy alternative crowd. In keeping with the art-house atmosphere,…
Strasbourg
Tucked away in a Petite France courtyard, this cheerful restaurant is vibrantly graced with the comical paintings of local artists Elisa and Marie-Hélène…
Palermo
All clean lines, timber panels and tinted mirrors, intimate, family-run Ferro wouldn't look out of place in London or Sydney. Whether you're savouring a…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
It's hard to argue with the battered, fried goodness at this ideally located fish-and-chip shop near Canal St-Martin. Nothing is frozen here: it's all…
Abruzzo
You could easily walk right past this restaurant; it doesn’t brag about its existence. Instead, its reputation is carried by word of mouth – which in…
St-Germain & Les Invalides
Footsteps from the Musée d'Orsay, behind a dark-green façade framing original glass window panes, teensy Cuppa is a fabulous find for all-organic…
Medieval Centre & Red Light District
Inside the opulent NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky (a listed historical monument), this ivory-white dining room with columns, mirrors, gilding and crystal…
Western Estonia & the Islands
A reboot of a famous, early-20th-century Haapsalu bakery-cafe of the same name, Dietrich is clearly a labour of love, with elements of 1920s and 1930s…
Western Sicily
Just north of the hydrofoil dock, this family-run waterfront eatery is a seafood-lover's fantasy. Chef-owner Peppe Bevilacqua goes to the market daily,…
Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale
Beloved of locals and tourists alike, this bustling place in Trevi is everything an Italian trattoria should be. Order an antipasto or pasta (excellent)…
Monsaraz
Perched high above the plains, with views reaching as far as Spain, this stone-built tavern is a rustic, wonderfully family-friendly spot. Good honest…
Syracuse
This friendly, family-run spot made its name serving delicious couscous, but chef-owner Kamel also knows his way around a fish − the must-try fritto misto…
Évora
Poke around the old Moorish quarter to find some of Évora’s finest food and wine – gastronomes believe this is Évora’s culinary shrine. Owner Domingos…
Costa Blanca
Offering an ample range of fresh seafood and well-prepared meat dishes with sweet sauces, this traditionally run, but modern-styled place channels sweet…
Paris
Consistently hailed as one of Paris' best (and most atmospheric) bistros, 'the Plate' is the culinary powerhouse of chef David Rathgeber, from Auvergne…
Ischia
For 80 years lucky diners have been watching the sun set at this terraced restaurant by the Spanish mission–style Soccorso church in Forio. Pick between a…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
History infuses Anahi, a 1920s butcher that became an '80s fashion-magnet steakhouse and is now overseen by rare meat importer and restaurateur Riccardo…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
With vintage ceiling fans, potted plants, a wonderful glass rotunda and spectacular rooftop terrace, this bright brasserie-style cafe provides a welcome…
Southeast Wales
This traditional inn – with its old stone fireplace, low ceiling beams and burnished copper bar – has become head chef Stephen Terry's showcase for the…
Belém
It's now worth tucking into Centro Cultural de Belém for something other than performances and contemporary art: 22 flavours of Lisbon's best Roman-style…
The Dolomites
The dining room of Berghotel Ladinia is appealingly cosy, or you can soak up the sun on the protected terrace on warmer days. Mountain-style food is done…
Rovaniemi
A timber-lined interior with framed black-and-white photos of Lapland, kerosene lamps, traditional fishing nets, taxidermied bear and reindeer heads, and…
North York Moors National Park
Goodies plucked from the gardens take centre stage at this whimsical cafe housed in vine-draped Victorian greenhouses within creepers distance of Helmsley…
Miragaia
For a special dinner in Miragaia with ringside views of the river, Digby in the flash new Torel Avantgarde hotel comes up trumps. Service is attentive…
Athens
As typical, no-frills neighbourhood tavernas are slowly disappearing, it's worth making a trip to this stalwart, which excels in homestyle stews cooked…
Cremona
Behind the dilapidated facade lurks a diamond in the rough. Some of the vaulted rooms come with ceiling frescoes, dark timber tables come with ancient…
Salzburg & Salzburgerland
Banquette seating, wood tables and brass lanterns keep the mood traditional and cosy at Hammerwirt, situated 3km north of Hallein. The real delight is the…
Ajaccio
With its modern French cuisine and elegant setting, it’s no wonder A Nepita keeps winning plaudits and loyal followers. While it makes a nice change from…
Haarlem
All-organic dishes are vegetarian and many are vegan and/or gluten-free at this laid-back contemporary cafe on leafy Breestraat. It doesn't take…
Stuttgart
Cheerily decorated with cartoon murals and candy-bright colours that make it look like a kid has been let loose on the interior design, this laid-back…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Salted caramels, gourmet Bourdier butter, artisan jams, organic blé noir (buckwheat flour) and cider are among the Breton treats in store at this upmarket…
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