Cartagena
Done Roman and it's time for a decent central meal? Much of the pedestrian area is taken up with fairly mediocre restaurants pulling in cruise-ship…
Cartagena
Done Roman and it's time for a decent central meal? Much of the pedestrian area is taken up with fairly mediocre restaurants pulling in cruise-ship…
Göreme
Simply the best pide (Turkish-style pizza) in town is found in this local haunt. The cavernous wood oven fires up meat and vegetarian options and anything…
Granada
It might not look much from the outside, but 'El Poë' is a whole different world once you walk through the door. Students, granadinos and visitors mingle…
Il-Kantra Lido Bar & Restaurant
Gozo
Rent sunbeds, eat and drink at the Hotel Ta'Ċenċ's gorgeously set summer-only restaurant. Look forward to incredible views towards the inlet of Mġarr ix…
Los Cristianos, Playa de las Américas & Costa Adeje
On the waterfront in Los Cristianos' port area, ever-popular Pescaderia Dominga (along with a handful of other kiosks) sells fresh-off-the-boat fish. Buy…
Valletta
Salad specials, plump sandwiches and toasted chicken wraps all feature at this compact Australian-owned cafe. Fruit salad with Greek yoghurt and cold…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
Taking its name from the trams that rattle by outside, this old-style trattoria is known as a Slow Food hub. A family-run affair, its kitchen mixes…
Thessaloniki
A veritable institution since 1960, Elenidis specialises in Thessaloniki's favourite pastry, the trigona. This sweet, flaky triangular cone, filled with…
Cappadocia
Right beside the river, this friendly, family-run place has a wonderful shady terrace and is just the spot for lunch and chilling out with a beer after a…
Siena
Operating since 1901, this farmer's co-op is a rich emporium of food and wine, much of it locally produced. Self-caterers can source meat from the on-site…
Karpathos
This handsome harbourfront cafe-restaurant has a billowing ceiling arrangement and overly perfect white chairs and striped covers. And it draws in the…
Cappadocia
Lunch on gözleme (stuffed flatbreads), yaprak sarma (stuffed vine leaves) and other staple Turkish dishes, served up at this good-value restaurant run by…
Central Sicily
Don't let the stark white lights and bland decor put you off, this popular, affable trattoria serves excellent value-for-money food. Antipasti are of the…
Stromboli
The perfect source for volcano-climbing provisions or a self-catering lunch, this reasonably priced neighbourhood grocery – at a bend in the road five…
Rethymno
With a divey graffitied interior and a large menu, Mojo’s delivers some of the best burgers and hot dogs this side of the Atlantic. Try the Alabama Mama,…
Ibiza Town
Locals have been flocking to family-run Alfredo's on leafy Vara de Rey since 1934. It's a great place for the freshest of seafood and other classic Ibizan…
Ibiza Town
Figueretes' seafront promenade has a stack of mediocre restaurants, but friendly Soleado is a cut above most. The menu is Provençal, with fine seafood,…
Centro Storico
It's all in the name – Beppe and his cheeses. Serving cheese throughout the day, this small restaurant, attached to a well-stocked deli selling formaggi…
Tarifa
With whitewashed walls and bright geraniums, busy El Lola is known for its delectable, lightly creative tapas and raciones of Atlantic bluefin almadraba…
Hania Province
Hidden in a pretty grapevine-shrouded courtyard off the Hania road, this charismatic restaurant specialises in traditional charcoal-grilled local meats,…
Western Anatolia
A popular hangout with Afyon's younger set, Badem rustles up a mixed menu of international and Turkish favourites, from burgers to gözleme (stuffed…
Chianti
Sit inside the 18th-century villa or on the terrace of the restaurant on the Castello di Ama wine estate to enjoy rustic dishes featuring vegetables grown…
Trani
This compact and happening spot soundtracked by classic soul music combines good-value gourmet salads and panini sandwiches with a thoughtful selection of…
El Cotillo
A suitably nautical interior and a menu that includes superbly prepared fried squid, lobster, grilled sole, paella and other tasty seafood. In a town…
Milan
If you like your antipasti with a side of design then check out sultry Sixième, part of the Six Gallery complex which includes a vintage furniture gallery…
Trento
A little escape to the Med in the mountains, this Sicilian-run restaurant enjoys a dreamy setting within a walled public garden near the Castello del…
Ibiza Town
Perched sea-side on the far east tip of Talamanca bay, this no-nonsense chiringuito (beach bar) is one of the most popular in-the-know seafood spots on…
Cosenza
Just off Cosenza's pedestrian-friendly shopping street La Locanda is a centrally-located and versatile spot that's a favourite with local families. Pasta,…
La Gomera
A smarter Italian restaurant than the Canaries' pizza-pasta norm, elegant and locally popular La Islita surprises with some delicate and unusual sauces…
Andalucía
Housed in a crimson-red villa on a quiet palm-filled plaza, this good-looking restaurant is a hit with locals for its rustic regional fare such as rabo de…
Black Sea Coast
The open-fronted fishmonger downstairs is a good indication of the fresh fare you'll eat at this 1st-floor seafood restaurant. Just point to what you want…
Dodecanese
The streetside terrace, facing Emborios' church, has a namesake balcony at the rear with an unforgettable panorama of the vast hollow crater. The owners…
Beyoğlu
The name means 'my soul, my liver', and this small place behind the Ali Hoca Türbesi specialises in grilled liver served with herbs, ezme (spicy tomato…
Alicante Province
Modern and characterised by good wines and polite service, this is an reliable central restaurant in the heart of a fertile eating zone. The tapas and…
Las Alpujarras
Hidden on a winding side street behind Plaza de la Libertad, this tiny bodega is one of Pampaneira's best spots to eat. Decked out with rough white walls,…
Valletta
This grand restaurant will make you feel like you're a special somebody at a special occasion. There's a terrace overlooking the hotel's gardens, and…
Salamanca
Although there are outdoor tables on the square, the dark wooden beams and atmospheric buzz of the Spanish crowd on the 1st floor should be experienced at…
Girona
The piled-high bar glistens with tempting pintxos (Basque tapas) at this bubbly Basque tavern in the heart of Girona's old town. Just help yourself and…
Mediterranean Coast
Opened in July 2018, Otto's stylish and minimalist dining room, with just 10 tables, is the perfect showcase for modern reinterpretations of traditional…
Southwestern Sardinia
For once the food plays second fiddle. A meal at this casual, laid-back pizzeria is all about its magical setting at Belvedere. Tables are laid out on a…
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