Must-see restaurants in Mediterranean Europe

  • To Pazari

    Macedonia

    Named for the bazaar that flourished near here under Turkish rule, To Pazari is an unpretentious, tile-floored little place where the owner is usually in…

  • La Tegala

    Lanzarote

    Opposite the church on Haría's pedestrianised boulevard, this laid-back, red-walled, wood-beamed cultural centre and tapas bar gets crammed on market days…

  • Blooming Cactus

    Puerto del Carmen

    A rare find on Lanzarote, this welcoming, British-run vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free restaurant is a pleasant surprise in frenzied Puerto del Carmen…

  • Locanda Cipriani

    Murano, Burano & the Northern Islands

    Run by the Cipriani family since 1935, the Locanda is Harry’s Bar gone rustic, with a wood-beamed dining room opening onto a pretty garden. But standards…

  • Taverna dei Barbi

    Val d'Orcia

    There aren't any vineyard views at this winery restaurant, but there's plenty of atmosphere. A particularly welcoming choice in the cooler months, when…

  • Mari Castaña

    Burgos

    This bright place takes some tired old culinary concepts and freshens them up with great success. The plato combinado, that meat-and-three-veg warhorse,…

  • Naif

    Agrigento

    In warm weather, tables spill from the interior dining room into the courtyard at this sweet eatery tucked between two side streets in the medieval centre…

  • Aizkorri

    Castilla y León

    The modern steely-grey-and-black bar here is generally packed with locals, who come for the palate-pleasing pintxos, as well as more substantial mains…

  • La Judería

    Vejer de la Frontera

    Andalucian wines and fresh local produce take centre stage at this lively rustic-chic tapas bar/restaurant, with a sunny upstairs terrace and tables under…

  • Le Arcate

    Amalfi

    If you've had it with the tourist tumult of Amalfi, try temporarily relocating to its quieter cousin Atrani to eat al fresco at one of its traditional…

  • Las Delicias

    Barcelona

    This welcoming hillside restaurant in El Carmel makes a fine add-on to an afternoon exploring the nearby Park Güell or Bunkers del Carmel. There's a…

  • Arven Winehouse

    Alaçatı

    Combining a retail store and a garden restaurant, Arven is an excellent spot to explore the best of Turkey's wine scene. There are more than 200 wines…

  • Mesón La Fragua

    Las Alpujarras

    At the very top of town, this cosy restaurant is worth finding for its traditional Alpujarras recipes fired by fresh local ingredients, including…

  • Els Quatre Gats

    La Rambla & Barri Gòtic

    Once the lair of Barcelona's Modernista artists, Els Quatre Gats is a stunning example of the movement, inside and out, with its colourful patterned tiles…

  • Bancinu

    Gozo

    Named after a historic ferry that used to cross between Gozo and Malta, Bancinu celebrates a position above the harbour with knockout renditions of…

  • Da Fiore

    San Polo & Santa Croce

    Dire Straits was on high rotation last time we visited this Michelin-starred restaurant, which somewhat distracted from the refined ambience created by…

  • Isabella de Cham Pizza Fritta

    Naples

    Rising star Isabella de Cham is at the helm of this all-female-run pizzeria specialising in fried pizza with a twist. Bite-sized dough balls are topped…

  • El Soportal

    Castilla y León

    Found behind the porticoes of a fine 16th-century Pedraza townhouse, El Soportal is one of Pedraza's most popular choices for cordero asado (roast lamb)…

  • Meimuna

    Enna

    Meimuna's contemporary reinterpretation of a trattoria combines stylish decor with modern versions of traditional Sicilian flavours. Hearty dishes like…

  • La Botte

    Stresa

    Regional dishes are at the heart of this tiny trattoria’s business, so expect grilled lake fish, pear and blue-cheese risotto and plenty of polenta (the…

  • El Colectivo

    El Raval

    A relaxed little cafe on a quiet Raval street, El Colectivo makes excellent cake (carrot, pineapple and many more), creative bocadillos (filled rolls) and…

  • A Tu Bola

    El Raval

    A snug brick-walled space with just a few benches overlooking an open kitchen, ATB delivers punchy street-food flair with its seasonal, local-produce menu…

  • Can Dendê

    Barcelona

    An eclectic crowd gathers at bohemian Brazilian-run Can Dendê in El Poblenou. All-day brunch is the culinary star here: you can tuck into eggs Benedict…

  • Ardoka

    Hondarribia

    A modern set-up on Hondarribia's main bar strip with black-grey decor and a great selection of local wines and ciders (over two dozen by the glass). The…

  • El Pimiento

    Murcia Province

    Cheerfully super-Spanish decor of horse paraphernalia, tiles and hanging hams makes this an upbeat place from the get-go; the colourful tables inside and…

  • Restaurante Mil Sabores

    Puerto de la Cruz

    Styling itself as a temple to modern Mediterranean cooking, this flash, blue-fronted restaurant has the looks and the tastes down to a fine art. Expect…

  • Casa Amadeo Los Caracoles

    La Latina & Lavapiés

    Around since 1942, this fine old Madrid bar is famous for its snails, served in a broth rich in garlic, chorizo, morcilla (blood sausage) and pimentón …

  • Il Giardino

    Pollença

    For many, this is the pick of the restaurants on Plaça Major, with a fine terrace and friendly service. The menu whispers longingly of bella Italia, with…

  • Hostal Ca'n Marió

    Valldemossa

    This fourth generation family-run restaurant dates from 1877 and possibly little has changed, decor wise, since then. There's no tower building or drizzle…

  • Babylon Beach

    Ibiza

    With a fashionable vibe and beanbags and wooden tables by the waves, this happening bar-restaurant is your best bet for a beachside bite or cocktail. Most…

  • Es Terral

    Ibiza

    A cut above the competition on Santa's 'street of restaurants', Es Terral delivers sublime seafood and fish fuelled by French, Ibizan and organic…

  • Es Molí de Sal

    Formentera

    In a tastefully revamped mill, Es Molí de Sal boasts a lovely terrace, a stylish chill-out lounge and magnificent views across the sea to Ibiza's Es Vedrà…

  • Cas Cònsol

    Ciutadella

    Occupying the former French consulate, Cas Cònsol harmoniously blends the modern and minimalist within a historical setting, serving tapas and creative…

  • La Madame

    San Sebastián

    For a break from pintxos and classic Basque cooking, search out this modern New York–style setup a block back from the beach. A restaurant-cum-lounge bar,…

  • El Corral del Castaño

    Las Alpujarras

    Enjoy a lovely plaza setting and excellent Andalucian cooking with creative, international influences at this welcoming village restaurant. The menu roams…

  • La Locanda

    Central Sicily

    Celebrating a hilltop location near Piazza Armerina's cathedral, La Locanda combines a top Sicilian wine list with creative spins on traditional flavours…

  • Más Que Vinos

    Granada

    Down an alley just off Plaza Bib-Rambla, the rustic-modern tavern Más Que Vinos puts the spotlight on Granada province's wonderful produce and up-and…

  • Freiduría Las Flores

    Cádiz

    Cádiz' addiction to fried fish reaches new heights at this packed-out spot. If it comes from the sea, it’s been fried and dished up at Las Flores as a…

  • Settembrini

    Vatican City, Borgo & Prati

    All designer labels and media gossip, this fashionable cafe and restaurant buzzes throughout the day. Its menu covers the full gamut, listing everything…

  • La Posada Ristorante

    Corniglia

    Near the top of the stairs leading up from the train station, La Posada is one of Corniglia's most memorable settings for an al fresco meal. On a terrace…

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