Vernazza
With outdoor tables on the main drag and a lively soundtrack, Blue Marlin draws a steady stream of locals and visitors throughout the day. Stop in for…
Must-see restaurants in Mediterranean Europe
Lake Garda
If you’re just off the Lake Garda ferry from ‘down south’ (ie Lombardy), welcome to Trentino where Teutonic influences prevail and sausages are king. If…
Cádiz
Busy with travellers and gaditanos alike, this expertly reimagined former ultramarinos (grocer's shop) radiates stripped-back contemporary styling with…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
The speciality of this glorious, stuck-in-time cake shop, opened in 1925 and not redecorated since, is the legendary Sachertorte, the favourite cake of…
Black Sea Coast
Amid roses and yew hedges at the top of the cable car, this spacious, all-window cafe overlooks the Amisos tumuli and a wide, partially tree-obscured…
Trapani
Housed in what was palazzo stables in the 18th century, this old-world tavern with peeling racing-green paintwork and a market-fuelled kitchen on Trapani…
Syracuse
It's a long and not particularly enticing hike to this seafront restaurant, but once you're there you'll appreciate the effort. On warm days, the terrace…
Barcelona
A relic from a bygone age, now lovingly managed by a pair of brothers, this is a delightfully atmospheric spot, with old bottles lining the walls, marble…
North Coast Tenerife
Founded in 1916, this is the oldest pasteleria (cake shop) in the Canaries and has happily maintained its stuck-in-a-time-warp ambience with custard…
Kythira
For almost a century this family-run favourite has been serving no-nonsense staples such as mousakas (layers of eggplant or zucchini, minced meat and…
Eastern Mediterranean
Popular with families, Antakya's culinary anchor serves a long list of fine mezes on gold-coloured tablecloths in a covered garden where the trees push…
L'Eixample
Tomatoes dangle above the open kitchen at this cheerful bistro-style spot with bright-red trim and checkered marble floors, popular with lunching…
Badajoz
Succulent meats grilled to perfection are the key to astounding success at this busy little asador (restaurant specialising in roasted meats), just off…
Aragón
A friendly, authentic place serving delicious dishes like vegetable-stuffed lamb, tagliatelle with courgette, shrimp and mushroom sauce, or stewed venison…
Madrid
It’s a brave Spanish chef that fiddles with the iconic tortilla de patatas (potato omelette), but the results here are delicious. All manner of surprising…
Puerto de la Cruz
The setting is fairy-tale atmospheric: a 200-year-old building with creaky, uneven floors, rustic antiques and small dining rooms covering three floors,…
Orta San Giulio
The beauty of this Venus is in the setting: lakeside with a cafe below decks and views of soporific Isola San Giulio floating on the water. If you can get…
Rethymno
Established in 1948, Yiorgos Hatziparaskos is one of the last traditional filo masters in all of Greece. Assisted by his wife, Katerina, and son,…
Palermo
A homely, historic trattoria in the Vucciria, Il Maestro del Brodo revels in Italian soul-food classics, whether it be tortellini in broth, zucchini-and…
Catania
The Slow Food movement especially recommends Spinella's traditional sweets – try the frutta martorana (marzipan sweets shaped like fruits and vegetables)…
León
A lovely brick-lined interior provides an appealing backdrop for this wildly popular tapas bar and restaurant, which is arguably the pick of the choices…
The Veneto
In the grounds of the castello, the combination of good Italian food and the incredible views across the surrounding hills make this place well worth the…
Barcelona
Led by celebrated chef Jordi Cruz, this triple-Michelin-starred restaurant housed in an 1890 mansion offers one of Barcelona's most memorable dining…
İzmir
A Parisian-style divertissement in the heart of the city, this stylish cafe on Lozan Meydanı is wildly popular with Alsancak's ladies-who-lunch. Coffee is…
Milan
While the rest of Tortona modernises at breakneck speed, this gorgeous Liberty-style restaurant firmly resists fashion fads. Comfortable buttoned-down…
Barcelona
Exposed brick, aluminium pipes, industrial lighting and recycled timbers set a pleasingly contemporary tone for inspired bistro cooking at Mano Rota (…
Arrecife
On the site of the legendary Bar Pablo Ruiz Picasso, an arty Manrique-founded hangout within a set of 19th-century homes, this colourful contemporary spot…
Centro Storico
For a taste of typical Roman-Jewish cooking, head to Via Portico d'Ottavia and Nonna Betta, a small tunnel of a trattoria serving traditional kosher food…
The Dolomites
This osteria tipica trentina (traditional, casual Trentino tavern) was originally known for its traditional Ladin specialities, but now mixes things up…
Barcelona
Basking in sparkling sea views, at the foot of the impossible-to-miss W Barcelona, this beachy-glam xiringuito from the hugely popular Grupo Tragaluz…
Galicia
Set in a medieval house in the old Judería (Jewish quarter), O Birrán cooks up some very tasty plates from classic Galician ingredients – good choices…
Le Marche
A popular seafront set-up, L'Angolo di Mario couples views with contemporary decor, swift service and reliably good food. Bag a table on the terrace to…
Langhe, Roero & Monferrato
A sweet surprise in meat-centric Piedmont, Osteria del Borgo Vecchio does parallel vegetarian and meat menus, with all organic ingredients and all pasta…
Alonnisos
Well-known internationally trained island chef Demi Karanastasis turns his talents to a punchy, creative Greek-international menu at this welcoming,…
La Rambla & Barri Gòtic
This classic counter bar burrowed away in the Mercat de la Boqueria is ideal for traditional Catalan dishes such as fried eggs with baby squid (the house…
Lanzarote
Bringing an Ibiza-chic vibe to the volcanic cliffs above Playa del Papagayo, this laid-back barefoot-style chiringuito (beach bar) rustles up fresh…
Córdoba
Run by the silversmiths’ guild, this well-loved traditional bar-restaurant serves a selection of generous tapas and raciones (full plates of tapas items)…
Las Alpujarras
On the northern edge of the village, this cosy country restaurant centres on a wood-beamed dining room with tables around a stone fireplace. Dishes…
Trastevere & Gianicolo
Michelin-starred Glass creates innovative cuisine in a contemporary, sophisticated space with a mezzanine. Law graduate-turned-chef Cristina Bowerman…
Syracuse
An Edwardian-like jumble of antique furniture, lacework and flowers, this is one of Syracuse's most eclectic-looking eateries. Settle in for simple,…
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