North Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
Enjoying prime position within the Büyük Han, Sedirhan is the lunchtime hub for day-tripping tour groups. Don't let that put you off, though. Despite the…
Must-see restaurants in Mediterranean Europe
Vatican City, Borgo & Prati
Immerse yourself in the tastes of Tuscany at this old-fashioned ristorante. Meat is a highlight, with cured hams and salamis served as starters followed…
Barcelona
On a charming hidden square, this neighbourhood bar opens to a terrace facing Barceloneta's beautiful baroque church. Tapas reflect the area's seafood…
Piacenza
This modern tavern run by hip young owners sits on one of the least attractive piazzas in all of Italy; inside, however, is a different story. Daily…
Catania
Weathered stairs lead up to 'The Crazy Prawn', a humble, family-run eatery loved for its fresh, affordable seafood and homestyle cooking. Don't miss the…
Southern Rome
Set in a 16th-century former stable, this family-run trattoria has been feeding hungry travellers along the Appian Way for more than a hundred years,…
Galicia
This gastrobar is worth the half-kilometre walk from the Old Town for its finely prepared dishes. It's good with fish and shellfish but also does steaks,…
Dénia
Bars beside bus stations aren't normally recommended for their culinary qualities, but this vivacious corner spot breaks the mould. As well as being a…
Aínsa
Meat-eaters won't want to wave adiós to Aragón without tasting ternasco, the slow-roasted local lamb, and this is a fine place to try it. Duck, boar, beef…
Valencia
Overseen from a distance by noted chef Quique Dacosta, this upbeat bar-restaurant offers style – those clothes-horse bar stools could be more comfy though…
Barcelona
On the top floor of the Museu d’Història de Catalunya,1881 and its buzzing cocktail bar (open until 1am or 2am) have dazzling views over the waterfront…
Bay of Naples
Facing Pozzuoli's popular esplanade, upbeat restaurant-pizzeria Pizzaló serves decent pizzas, as well as Neapolitan dishes with unexpected twists;…
Salerno
This sprawling pasticceria (pastry shop) across from the station dates from 1966 and the decor has changed little since. The cakes are legendary, and…
Menorca
Subtly creative tapas precede expertly grilled fish and meats in this snug, welcoming contemporary space with moody lighting, a stone bar and a speciality…
Messina
With its prime location – just behind the duomo – this cosy, retro hostelry is a handy spot for classic Sicilian homecooking. The menu features all the…
Barcelona
The fifth generation now leads this immutable seafood favourite, which first opened in 1908. In a restaurant where the decor is a reminder of simpler…
Sitges
At this packed-out fusion tapas spot, Spanish and Asian flavours collide in short, often-changing menus of deliciously creative concoctions that might…
Andalucía
Beloved for its friendly service and reasonably priced daily specials, Moreno is one of several busy seafood spots on this square on the peninsula's…
Beyoğlu
Known throughout the city for the quality of its kaymak (clotted cream), which it has been serving for half a century, this no-frills place is a highly…
Nafplio
This cultural space sits 3km from Nafplio (towards Epidavros) in a converted canning factory. There's pleasant courtyard seating to enjoy good coffee,…
Centro Storico
Boasting a location near the Pantheon and a theatrical decor, Casa Coppelle sets a romantic stage for a high-end Italian-French menu created by chef Fabio…
Livorno
For affordable seafood waterside, make a beeline for this sea-blue shack with plastic tables and chairs overlooking a canal in 'Little Venice'. A Marshall…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
Spectacularly set at the back of the Palazzo delle Esposizioni, Antonello Colonna’s restaurant lounges dramatically under a dazzling all-glass roof…
El Raval
Relaunched in 2017 by chefs Óscar Manresa and Romain Fornell, yet staying true to its classic roots, this charming El Raval old-timer has tile-patterned…
Sitges
Decked out with tiled floors, slinky booths and dangling lamps, this fashionable fusion restaurant is a bold, contemporary marriage between Mediterranean…
Western Anatolia
In business since 1922, the original owner of this lokanta (eatery serving ready-made food) cooked for Atatürk on his 1934 Afyon visit. Adventurous eaters…
L'Eixample
Diagonal's 1917 Modernista Casa Sayrach has been reborn as a graceful multiroom gastro space filled with grand-yet-homey lounges, sparkling mirrors,…
Skopelos
A fabulous midseafront breakfast spot and bookshop, Juices & Books rustles up inventive toasted sandwiches (perhaps with avocado, creamed feta and wild…
Madrid
La Gloria de Montera combines classy decor with eminently reasonable prices. The food isn't especially creative, but the tastes are fresh and the…
La Gomera
Elegantly prepped traditional dishes like berros (watercress) soup, tuna with mojo, and grilled cheese with lashings of palm honey make this smart yellow…
North & Interior Ibiza
Sourcing most of its produce from the island, this restaurant is renowned for its grilled meats – rabbit, lamb, chicken, sobrassada and butifarrón (local…
Perugia
Down a narrow alleyway, this choice spot for apericena (an aperitivo so big it works as dinner) runs with a Km0 philosophy (Italian for locally sourced,…
Siena
Close to the Campo but off the well-beaten tourist trail, this enoteca (wine bar) is located in a vaulted medieval building but has a contemporary feel…
Santander
Creative tapas run the gamut from Cantabrian to Andalucian and from Asian to Mexican at this contemporary, white-walled lounge-bar-restaurant. Try…
Reggio Emilia
Rows of hung prosciutto and shelves of parmigiano reggiano wheels leave no doubt as to what goes down at this good-time salumeria saddled between pretty…
La Palma
This unusual restaurant in San Nicolás (1km past the village of Jedey) is impossible to miss as it's right on the main road. It's a popular and…
Trapani
‘Tentazioni’ (temptation) is the buzzword at Gusto, a contemporary-styled space with street lounge made for romantic aperitivo-quaffing and a creative…
Oltrarno
A faithful byword for quality Tuscan fare: older Florentines mention this place with a satisfied smile. And indeed, 4 Leoni is a reliable choice for meats…
Andorra la Vella
Seasonal meat-free tapas (some vegan and/or gluten-free) are the stars at this energetic pub-like spot, decked with prayer flags and beer-barrel tables…
El Puerto de Santa María
Upmarket El Faro gets busy for its traditional-with-a-hint-of-innovation take on local seafood, excellent Spanish wine list, and classically smart,…
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