Cyprus
If you want views with your meal, this large, rustic wooden restaurant on the Beşparmak (Pentadaktylos) Pass – just opposite the turn-off to Buffavento…
Must-see restaurants in Mediterranean Europe
Trento
This dark, back-lane industrial space could be a nightclub and, indeed, its wine bar kicks on until midnight. But it's the mezzanine restaurant that has…
Northwestern Tuscany
Tucked away on a quiet lane, a two-minute stroll from Piazza del Duomo, this osteria is a refined temple to good Slow Food and wine. Zesty artichoke…
Bologna
A beloved Bologna institution since 1994, this temple to gelati is a bit peripheral to the centre but well worth the walk for decadently creamy flavours…
Bilbao
Just off the beaten path on Casco Viejo's western side, Irrintzi is a cosy, low-ceilinged eating and drinking spot, where a mostly local crowd files in…
West Ibiza
Authentic family-run Ibizan restaurants are a rare breed in Sant Antoni – all the more reason to dine at Es Rebost, in the heart of town. Go for spot-on…
Paros
Unlike pale imitators elsewhere, this is the real deal. The tataki and tartar dishes are executed with precision and flair, the signature rolls are…
Amalfi
A TV-in-the-corner, kids-running-between-the-tables sort of place, this is about as authentic an eatery as you'll find in Amalfi. There are few surprises…
Cyprus
A vast menu that covers all the bases, from jacket potatoes to grilled seafood platters and kebabs, along with one of the best vegetarian dish selections…
La Laguna
Immerse yourself in the local ambience at this time-worn restaurant that has changed very little since its founding in 1976 (the menu may well be the same…
Termoli
Well regarded by locals, this discreet restaurant near the entrance to the old town serves some of the best seafood in a town not short on seafood. It's…
Rome
The cafe-restaurant of La Galleria Nazionale sits in neoclassical splendour in a tranquil corner of Villa Borghese, with a dedicated entrance on the…
Palma de Mallorca
Tucked in behind the Església de Santa Eulàlia with an inviting terrace, this irresistible little bar-restaurant specialises in fresh seasonal ingredients…
Skiathos Town
Islanders rave about the very genuine Italian cuisine at lively, colourful and central Maria's, where red-check tables dot the street, menus are…
Palma de Mallorca
Opio traces the Pacific Rim with dishes originating in Asia (prawn tempura) and South America (ceviche) alongside Iberican flavours and the inevitable…
Rhodes Town
Don’t be misled by the enchanted-grotto setting of canopied couches, birdcage nooks and fairy lights. Romios (not to be confused with run-of-the-mill…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
Inga is a friendly Icelandic chef who prepares several homely vegan and vegetarian dishes of the day, such as stuffed peppers; eggplant and feta lasagne;…
Lanzarote
It's all about the Canarian specialities and fresh seafood (whatever that may be) at this smartish, friendly self-styled restaurante de mar across the…
El Raval
This relaxed joint offers on-point tacos and quesadillas, plus five homemade salsas numbered according to spiciness. Wash it all down with a fresh…
Dénia
Informal and vibrant, with an open kitchen, this spot turns out delicious fare. In winter, chargrilled artichokes (alcachofas a la brasa) are a delight,…
Pistoia
Squirrelled away in a wonderful old palazzo on a quiet side street, the cavernous chapel-like interior of this upmarket eatery is a mesmerising collage of…
Centro Storico
This casual bistro and wine bar opposite the Temple of Hadrian is an enticing spot with its colourful, art-filled interior and prime location on a…
Abruzzo
Generosity seems to define Clemente, where they’ll start you off with a potpourri of warm home-made bread, liberally fill your glass with robust…
Volterra
Mother and daughters Sara, Ilaria and Patrizia have put their heart and soul into this charming trattoria with a country-style interior and attractive…
Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo
It's easy to dismiss a restaurant as being 'too touristy', but this can be unjust. Yes, this family-operated trattoria is popular with foreign tourists…
Aragón
Set in a little tree-shaded plaza, with outdoor and indoor tables, this classy venue serves haute-cuisine versions of Aragonese fare, with excellent fish…
Palma de Mallorca
Descend three steps into this high-ceilinged Gothic basement to find traditional tapas, such as grilled artichokes, snails, jamón (cured ham) and…
Southern Tuscany
There's a lot to like at this barn-like restaurant just off Sorano's main piazza. The menu is dominated by home-style Maremmese dishes (expect lots of…
Macedonia
'Old Town' is a lovely restaurant inside a waterfront mansion opening onto a spacious courtyard, where you can spend hours over your food and wine as the…
Umbria
For a change from pasta and pizza, head down to Narni Scalo where this cosy gastropub offers respite. Bag an outdoor table and dig into creative burgers,…
Cyprus
Enjoy palate-pleasing fare such as village sausages with grilled mushrooms and afelia (pork cooked in red wine). The only downside is that the restaurant…
Nicosia (Lefkosia)
As simple as it gets, this little canteen squeezed up next to the Arablar Mosque dishes up homestyle Cypriot cooking to lunching nine-to-fivers. There's…
Ürgüp
The menu here is a meander through Turkish favourites with a modern twist from tandır (clay oven) cooked lamb to the destroy-your-waistline-but-worth-it…
Amorgos
Down some steps from the main pedestrian street, Jazzmin spreads through the cosy rooms of a traditional home. Perch in a window seat or lounge on the…
Cyprus
The atmosphere here is pleasantly rustic, with farm implements dangling from the ceiling, strings of garlic and peppers over the bar, and rough stone…
Corfu Town
Chic and stylish, this romantic, dinner-only place is known for its creative cuisine and VIP clients. The name implies Italian food, though the owner…
Sifnos
On a 1st-floor terrace above the main street, Absinthe takes inspiration from the cuisine of historic Smyrna, incorporating Greek, Anatolian, Ottoman and…
La Latina & Lavapiés
This famous old taberna (tavern) has been in the Oliveros family since 1921 and nothing seems to have changed much since it opened. It’s a tiny, warm,…
Thrace & Marmara
Next to the water ('liman' means 'harbour'), this laid-back place is particularly pleasant on summer nights, when seats on the outdoor terrace are highly…
Naples
Many aficionados claim that when it comes to fruit flavours, no one comes close to this small gelateria, one of several Fantasia outposts across town…
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