Must-see restaurants in Mediterranean Europe

  • Castel Roc

    Monaco

    This fine-dining stalwart has perhaps the most princely location in all of Monaco – it's literally steps from the palace's main gates, with a suntrap…

  • Dinoris Fish Restaurant

    Rhodes Town

    Tucked just inside the walls, across from the Archaeological Museum, Dinoris is among the Old Town’s fanciest and more expensive options, with romantic…

  • Cosi Dunci

    Mediterranean Coast

    Cannoli fans, look no further. This humble pastry shop just off Favara's main square is one of the best places on the island to sample Sicily's beloved…

  • Mama's Dinner

    Hania Province

    Dine on modern creative Cretan cuisine at this summer-only terrace restaurant at the Kaliviani guesthouse. Dishes are well presented and might feature…

  • El Pedrusco de Aldealcorvo

    Madrid

    If you don't have time to visit one of the asadores (restaurants specialising in roasted meats) of Segovia, head to this fine restaurant where the…

  • Galatea de las Esferas

    Aragón

    Dalí-themed Galatea is a less rough-and-ready operation than establishments on the nearby Calle Padre Huesca tapas strip, with all sorts of freshly…

  • Trattoria Basile

    Palermo

    Cheap, tasty grub awaits at cafeteria-style Basile. Scan the antipasti counter and check the board by the kitchen for the day's pasta specials. Order…

  • Bar Charly

    Bilbao

    In an unrivalled location on Plaza Nueva, Bar Charly lays out pintxos for garrulous afternoon and evening crowds. There are at least three vegetarian…

  • Silver Pot

    Nicosia (Lefkosia)

    Tight on space but big on boho-urban atmosphere, Silver Pot has a menu featuring locally sourced produce which is, as far as possible, organic. Dishes…

  • Locanda Apuana

    Northwestern Tuscany

    This traditional trattoria, just off central Piazza Palestro, is the place to feast on crostini caldi con lardo (warm toasts topped with lardo),…

  • Bottega di Perugia

    Perugia

    A wildly popular, standing-room-only panini hotspot offering locally-sourced porchetta (Wednesdays and Thursdays only) and salumi-stuffed sandwiches…

  • Capodimonte

    Pisa

    For generous-sized pizza (€4 to €12), cooked in a proper, wood-burning oven, and burgers (€10 to €12) washed down with a local craft beer, you won't do…

  • Tasca Telémaco

    La Gomera

    Mismatched chairs, hanging Moroccan lamps, a mural of musicians and a sprawling terrace paint a lightly stylish picture for sipping Lanzarote and La…

  • Köfteci Yusuf

    Western Anatolia

    This local chain is famous for its plump and juicy köfte (meatballs); it even has its own brand of ayran (yoghurt drink) and an on-site butcher. Accompany…

  • Pronobis

    Como

    Set in a quiet side-street, this self-styled bottega con ristoro (wine shop with refreshments) serves a quality short menu featuring excellent cold cuts…

  • Hotel Ristorante Vapore

    Lake Como

    At the north end of Torno's lakeside square, this family-run hotel-restaurant has an elegant dining room and an even lovelier lakeside terrace. Both make…

  • Roig Robí

    Barcelona

    At this long-running altar to refined traditional cooking, the seasonally changing menu serves as a showcase for beautifully presented creations with…

  • Bordo Mavi

    Trabzon

    Spilling out into an ivy-walled 'secret' garden, this relaxed cafe-restaurant adjoins the merchandising shop and museum of Trabzonspor, the idolised local…

  • Do Farai

    Venice

    Venetian regulars pack this crimson wood-panelled room, decorated with Regata Storica victory pendants and Murano glass decanters. The mixed antipasto is…

  • Bizim Mütfak

    İzmir

    The blue-and-white checked tablecloths give this popular lokanta in the courtyard of the Mirkelam Han near the Hisar Mosque a Greek-island vibe, but the…

  • Ezequiel

    León

    It can be difficult to fight your way to the bar upstairs but it's worth doing so for the generous-sized raciones, including all kind of cured meats…

  • Es Cupiná

    Formentera

    On Platja de Migjorn's southeastern corner, and in business for 40 years, smart Es Cupiná is noted for its freshly cooked fish of the day. Paella, fideuà…

  • Velvet

    Alicante

    Fusing retro and modern styling, with a comfortable L-shaped space, Velvet appeals for its quality food, whether you're tempted by the bar-counter snacks…

  • La Clandestina Café

    Zaragoza

    There's an eye-catching huge pair of red lips painted on one white brick wall, but this place is as much about gastronomy as style, particularly in the…

  • Ristorante Pizzeria Vittoria

    Ravello

    Come here for exceptional pizza, with some 16 choices on the menu, including the Ravellese, with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, basil and courgettes. Other…

  • Tokmak Hasan'ın Yeri

    Çeşme

    Winning the prize for the biggest and best döner in town (order an İskender), this long-established and friendly lokanta is hugely popular with locals,…

  • Osteria da Pampo

    Venice

    This vintage osteria (casual tavern) is largely the preserve of Sant’Elena residents who come for the friendly vibe and good seafood. Start with the warm…

  • Ejder Restaurant

    Selçuk

    Next to the aqueduct, this outdoor restaurant on a pedestrianised walkway has lots of choices including the generous tavuk şiş (roast skewered chicken)…

  • Sciacca Grill

    Sliema, St Julian’s & Paceville

    On the edge of Paceville lies this restaurant offering hearty Sicilian-style grilled meat and seafood in sophisticated, yet relaxed, surroundings. Choose…

  • Osteria del Ghetto

    Ferrara

    An understated jewel amid the winding streets of Ferrara's old Jewish ghetto, this osteria leads you through a nondescript downstairs bar up to a bright…

  • Mini Mutfak

    Alanya

    The 'Mini Kitchen' is a rare and refreshing thing in central Alanya: a traditional Turkish lokanta (eatery serving ready-made food) with unfussy, home…

  • Gostijo

    Athens

    Convivial Israeli expat Ricky Vidal is the force of nature running this fully kosher restaurant that occupies a modern, pleasantly decorated space on the…

  • La Musa Latina

    La Latina & Lavapiés

    Laid-back La Musa Latina has an ever-popular dining area and food that’s designed to bring a smile to your face. The outdoor tables are lovely when the…

  • Lady Green

    Sitges

    Indian-style pakoras with coconut curry, vegan cheeseburgers, shitake tempura with aioli, and delectable American-style vegan cheesecake: vegetarian Lady…

  • La Rinascente

    Trapani

    Push your way through the beaded fly screen to enter this old-school bakery, unchanged since 1969. But, then, admiring the vintage white-marble work top…

  • Gelateria Ciccio Adelfio

    Palermo

    A quick walk from Stazione Centrale, this veteran gelateria is one of Palermo's best. Forget the cup and cone: go local and have your ice cream sandwiched…

  • Trattoria Amatulli

    Alberobello

    The cheerily cluttered interior of this excellent trattoria is papered with photos of smiley diners, obviously put in the best mood by dishes like…

  • En Ville

    El Raval

    You'll want to come here for the divine decor – dramatic bouquets, oil paintings and antique details all around, in a 19th-century building – as much as…

  • Croix de Ville

    Aosta

    Croix de Ville's smart, bustling dining room serves up contemporary Italian favourites such as beef tagliata (rare slices) with rocket and Parmesan, and…

  • Trattoria del Sale

    Western Sicily

    At this atmospheric eatery, much loved for its cinematic location amid salt pans, tuck into smoked swordfish, salted tuna, garlicky mussels or oregano…

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