Carcassonne
The citadel location bumps up the prices considerably, but this is one of the better establishments for traditional cassoulet (rich bean, pork and duck…
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Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
When you can't eat another too-blue steak, head to this elegant Korean restaurant – a mirage of beautiful ceramics by Jeongmee Lee, mother of pearl…
Île-de-France
The five different spaces at Le Carre span a pavement terrace and rear stone-walled courtyard to a stylish piano bar, so it's an ideal place for a drink,…
Chester
This two-storey Manhattan-style steakhouse is the place to devour every cut of meat, from American-style porterhouse to a sauce-sodden chateaubriand. All…
Belém
This strange Italian-Japanese hybrid manages to bridge East (este) and West (oeste) surprisingly well, with tasty thin-crust pizzas fired up in the…
Brighton & Hove
On a street where shoppers swarm around cool boutiques, the Flour Pot invites you to take a moment out of the bustle to feast and people-watch. While it’s…
Exeter
This rapidly expanding southwest burger business now has an Exeter outlet, in a studiously hip space with brick walls, vintage-style signs and plywood…
Northeast Belgium
Tucked away at the base of the begijnhof, Infirmerie is a relaxed brasserie incorporating elements of historical design from a 1701 building that had been…
Haarlem
Waddenzee shrimp and razor clams, Zeeland oysters, North Sea herring, Middleburg mussels, Terschelling scallops and house-smoked Vlieland mackerel are…
South Cornwall
This surprisingly swish bistro is set in a low-slung cottage near the harbour, overseen by chef Richard McGeown, whose previous gigs included working for…
Antibes
At weekends and in high season, reservations are essential at this good-value beach restaurant with waterside terrace overlooking Cap d'Antibes' legendary…
The Midlands & the Marches
At this superbly converted old church, you can dine on contemporary dishes like British rainbow trout with tarragon butter sauce, whisky-glazed beef ribs…
Lyon
One of Lyon’s savviest chefs, Thomas Ponson, infuses his cooking with a panoply of flavours. He gives taste buds the choice between formal dining at his…
Beaune
For an upscale meal with your significant other, this Michelin-starred culinary shrine is the place to go. Expect exquisite concoctions ranging from…
St-Tropez
This smart, bustling cafe-bakery is the creator of St Tropez' eponymous sugar-crusted, orange-perfumed cake, but also does decent breads and light meals…
Paris
Steaks served with sensational frites (fries) are the mainstay of this upmarket bistro (it’s run by ex-butcher William Bernet); other meat specialities…
Montpellier
There’s no menu at this atmospheric neobistro in the Arceaux district – just a blackboard chalked up with the day's dishes, which incorporate what's…
Parc Cenedlaethol Bannau Brycheiniog
Attached to a great indie bookshop, this bright, licensed cafe is very popular locally, and ideal for a solo lunch – perhaps a ploughman's platter with…
Biarritz
A little dose of American deli culture is on offer here: burgers, salads, smoothies and health shakes, followed up by delicious cupcakes and proper…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
What this narrow cafe lacks in space it makes up for in atmosphere, with local artworks on the walls, occasional live music, traditional hats suspended…
Carrapateira
High on the cliff overlooking Praia do Amado, what was a tiny fisher’s cabana has evolved into this large restaurant, where magnificent ocean views unfurl…
Orkney
A pleasant spot with sweeping views over green grass, black cows and blue-grey sea, this cafe serves tea, coffee, home baking and light meals. It's a good…
Oxford & the Cotswolds
This no-nonsense pub has been filling bellies in a stunning spot on Symonds Yat’s west bank since 1473. Options include ploughman’s boards, juicy burgers,…
Amsterdam
Bright with African art and brilliant-hued textiles, Ibis is a cosy and delightful spot to get your hands on (literally, using the spongy Ethiopian injera…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
Besides a bounty of wines, cheeses, olive oils and other gourmet goodies, this deli's wonderful waterfront patio has yet to be discovered by tourists …
Latin Quarter
Porthole- and lantern-style light fittings are among the contemporary nautical design elements at this sleek Seine-side restaurant. Premium seafood dishes…
Toulouse
Classic French cuisine is the order of the day here, but lauded chef Romain Brard has plenty of modern tricks up his sleeve, too. The dining room feels…
Lille, Flanders & the Somme
In a charming mustard-coloured building opening to a pavement terrace, Le Nicol's serves delicious fish, seafood and paella dishes, but the real crowd…
Canterbury
This hip eatery in a prime spot on the main drag is extraordinarily popular and you’ll be lucky to get a table on busy shopping days. Cool tunes lilt…
Miragaia
A wood-floored gastropub with a pinch of boho flair, a dash of vintage charm and a generous helping of globetrotter, As 7 Maravilhas is a one-off. The…
Luxembourg City
Popular with lawyers from the adjacent courts, this tucked-away bistro has good-value three-course lunch menus (evenings are à la carte only) that might…
Arles
Well-stuffed sandwiches – made to order, frotté à l'ail (rubbed with garlic) and dripping with silken AOC Vallée des Baux olive oil – lure the crowds to…
Southeast Wales
Taking pole position in a light-filled corner spot at the river entrance to the Friars Walk shopping centre, this snazzy French-style chain eatery serves…
Kinsale
Black-and-white floor tiles, warm golden wood and old photographs set the relaxed mood at this appealing little cafe-cum-bistro. Freshly prepared…
Marseille
Family photos and veteran service staff hint at the longevity of this Le Panier favourite, known for authentic, hand-thrown pizza, topped with homemade…
Manchester
Modelled on a Kentish oast house (a medieval kiln used to dry out hops), this Spinningfields staple was completely refurbished in 2018, including a…
Northeast Belgium
With distressed walls, well-spaced seating and a street terrace, this organic grocery/salad bar is great for coffee, pancakes or especially for healthy…
Le Marais, Ménilmontant & Belleville
Artisan, organic flour from traditional millers is used by aptly named boulanger/pâtissier (baker/pastry-maker) Miche Dupain (pain being French for 'bread…
South Cornwall
When the sun shines, everyone heads to Gylly Beach for coffee or lunch, so it's nigh on impossible to snag an outside table. Sliding doors open on to the…
The Luberon
Lunch with a view? Mais oui – and what a view. On the village's edge, this popular bistro boasts a grandstand, tree-shaded terrace overlooking classic…
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