Must-see restaurants in Western Europe

  • Vegetarian Food Studio

    Cardiff

    The best value authentic curry house in Cardiff just so happens to be meat-free too. With North Indian, South Indian and Oriental cuisine, the choice is…

  • Brew Lab

    Edinburgh

    Students with iPads lolling in armchairs, sipping carefully crafted espressos amid artfully distressed brick and plaster, recycled school-gym flooring,…

  • Saramago Café Bar

    Glasgow

    In the airy atrium of the Centre for Contemporary Arts, this place does a great line in eclectic vegan fusion food, with a range of top flavour…

  • Le Gibolin

    Arles

    After spending three decades plying Paris with their passion for organic wines, owners Brigitte and Luc decided to head south and do the same for Arles…

  • Oli’s Thai

    Oxford

    This tiny Thai restaurant is a bit of a trek from town, a mile down Iffley Rd, but it’s absolutely worth the effort. The short menu changes frequently,…

  • Mackie Mayor

    Manchester

    This restored former meat market is now home to a superb food hall with a fine selection of 10 individual traders. The pizzas from Honest Crust are divine…

  • Market Lane

    Cork City

    It’s always hopping at this bright corner bistro. The menu is broad and hearty, changing to reflect what’s fresh at the English Market: perhaps roast hake…

  • Frangasqueira Nacional

    Príncipe Real, Santos & Estrela

    This tiny, mostly takeaway-only grill (the new location now spares space for two tables) does splendid chicken, ribs, crioula sausage and turkey kebabs…

  • The View

    South Cornwall

    The name says it all. This restaurant sits in a stunning position on the cliffs above Whitsand Bay, offering an amazing panorama of Rame Head and the…

  • Estrela do Mar

    Estremadura & Ribatejo

    In an utterly memorable position on the water, this classic seafood place scores top marks for location: the dining room is right over the waves above São…

  • Dishoom

    Notting Hill & West London

    Dishy Dishoom is not only a delightful art deco–style treat and a delicious picture to behold, but also serves some of the finest Indian food in London…

  • La Grillade Gourmande

    Épernay

    This chic, red-walled, art-slung bistro is an inviting spot to try chargrilled meats and dishes rich in texture and flavour, such as crayfish pan-fried in…

  • George & Dragon

    Yorkshire Dales National Park

    A mile and a half west of Richmond, the George & Dragon is a genuine local pub, owned and managed by the community. It serves a small menu of freshly…

  • Le Cassenoix

    Paris

    The Nutcracker is everything a self-respecting neighbourhood bistro should be. 'Tradition et terroir' ('tradition and provenance') dictate the menu that…

  • Walled City Brewery

    Derry (Londonderry)

    Housed in the former army barracks on Ebrington Sq, Walled City Brewery is a craft brewery and restaurant run by master brewer and Derry local James Huey…

  • Comptoir Cuisine

    Burgundy

    After pursuing other gastronomic ventures far and wide, dynamic young chef Philippe Latrasse returned to his native Autun in 2017 to launch this intimate,…

  • Da Mimmo's

    Dublin

    The son of the original owners converted what was once a traditional fish-and-chip shop into this sit-down restaurant, now serving some of the best…

  • Langass Lodge Restaurant

    Outer Hebrides

    One of the best restaurants in the Outer Hebrides, Langass Lodge complements the best of local seafood, beef and game with vegetables and herbs grown in…

  • Kiln

    The West End

    Crowned the UK's best restaurant in 2018, this tiny Thai grill cooks up a storm in its long, narrow kitchen, overseen by diners on their stools. The short…

  • Kylesku Hotel

    North & West Coast

    In this remote lochside location, it's a real pleasure to gorge yourself on delicious sustainable seafood. Local langoustines, squat lobsters and mussels…

  • Le Petit Paris

    The Dordogne

    Friendly staff serve you on little Daglan’s central square, promoting an elegant ‘there’s all the time in the world’ feel, while wowing with impeccable…

  • Yügo

    Belfast

    The contemporary styling at this compact restaurant – exposed brick walls, sleek industrial furniture and bamboo lanterns – sets the scene for fusion…

  • Café 52

    Aberdeen

    This little haven of laid-back industrial chic – a high, narrow space lined with bare stonework, rough plaster and exposed ventilation ducts – serves some…

  • De Kas

    Amsterdam

    In a row of stately greenhouses dating to 1926, De Kas has an organic attitude to match its chic glass setting. It grows most of its own herbs and produce…

  • Inn on the Tay

    Highland Perthshire

    This convivial pub, with its modern bistro-style dining room, makes a great pit stop on the way west to Loch Tay. The menu is simple – salads, burgers,…

  • L'Imaginarium

    Metz

    Decorated with one-of-a-kind artworks, this sleek, monochrome bistro by the river is one of Metz’ top foodie addresses. The season-driven menu emphasises…

  • Aizle

    Edinburgh

    If you tend to have trouble deciding what to eat, Aizle (the name is an old Scots word for 'spark' or 'ember') will do the job for you. There's no menu…

  • Silver Darling

    Aberdeen

    The Silver Darling (an old Scottish nickname for herring) is the place for a special meal, housed in a former Customs office at the entrance to Aberdeen…

  • Mer du Nord

    Brussels

    Well-reputed fishmonger’s window catering to a wide cross-section of Brussels folk plus assorted visitors – place your order and when it’s ready your name…

  • CEO Baas van Het Vlees

    Rotterdam

    Meat lovers should be sure to book a table at Rotterdam's best steakhouse. Working in their open kitchen, chefs cook spectacular cuts of beef to order. We…

  • L'Autruche

    Arles

    'The Ostrich', run by husband-and-wife team Fabien and Ouria, is a family restaurant in the best tradition. Market-fresh produce is assured, as is the…

  • Kelly’s Kitchen

    County Mayo

    The fare of Sean Kelly's much-loved artisan butcher shop (next door) can be sampled here for breakfast and lunch, or stop for a coffee, a sandwich or some…

  • Wine Bar by Cristal

    The Beiras

    This cosy wine-bar–restaurant is the hottest ticket in town. Tapas and other dishes are served creatively and with pizzazz, while oenophiles can take…

  • French Village Patisserie & Brasserie

    Belfast

    There's an air of sophistication at this excellent brasserie, serving plates like salmon nicoise and pea and shallot ravioli; the home-baked breads are…

  • Ottolenghi

    North London

    Mountains of meringues tempt you through the door of this deli-restaurant, where a sumptuous array of baked goods and fresh salads greets you. Meals are…

  • Three Chimneys

    Skye

    Halfway between Dunvegan and Waterstein, the Three Chimneys is a superb romantic retreat combining a gourmet restaurant in a candlelit crofter’s cottage…

  • La Vigna

    Southern Scotland

    This long-established local favourite is a great spot, seemingly plucked from some bygone age with its quietly efficient service and classy, welcoming…

  • Nau dos Corvos

    Peniche

    It's just you and the sea out here at Cabo Carvoeiro, 2.5km from town at the tip of the peninsula. As you gaze out at the Atlantic from the windy rooftop…

  • Oliver's

    South Cornwall

    Run by well-respected chef Ken Symons, this little bistro is everyone's tip in Falmouth, but the tiny dining room means you'll have to book well ahead…

  • Lizzy's Little Kitchen

    County Kerry

    This busy wee place is a top spot for lunch, whether squeezed around one of the old wooden tables or perched at the window counter. The menu is gourmet…

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