Languedoc-Roussillon
Platters piled high with oysters and mussels and other luscious seafood sourced from the surrounding waters are the speciality of Chez Francine. The…
Must-see restaurants in Western Europe
Amsterdam
Neighbourhood favourite Narbonne offers a mix of well-executed Mediterranean tapas, with dishes to share including smoked mozzarella tortellini, baked…
Montmartre & Northern Paris
The walls at this swanky bistro are nearly 100% chalkboard, with the day’s temptations writ large. The brainchild of seasoned chef Philippe Damas, Philou…
Versailles
Eateries within the Versailles estate include tearoom Angelina, famed for its decadent hot chocolate. It also serves quiches, gourmet sandwiches, salads,…
Normandy
A treat for lovers of fish and seafood (fruits de mer), this restaurant down by the port has been doing good business since 1989. À la carte offerings…
Faro
This deceptive spot looks like a pastelaria (pastry and cake shop) from the outside, yet inside it morphs into a restaurant, serving hearty Portuguese…
North & West Coast
Signposted off the main road at the eastern end of Durness, this amiable local has quality bar food in hefty portions. Haddock or daily seafood specials –…
The Lake District
Windermere Town's newly opened gastropub does a solid meal – and as the name suggests, pork features on the menu in many forms, from crunchy ham skins to…
Edinburgh
The Buffalo Grill is cramped, noisy, fun and always busy, so book ahead. An American-style menu offers burgers, steaks and side orders of fries and onion…
Rotterdam
On Rotterdam's most happening strip, this taqueria serves tacos, ceviche, nachos and empanadas that wouldn't cut the mustard in Mexico but seem to satisfy…
Bath
One of Bath's best fish eateries is also one of its simplest – bags of potatoes piled up beside the door and plain wooden tables. The theme continues with…
Luxembourg City
With its little wooden tables and classic French posters, this cosy place evokes a Parisian bistro. The intimate atmosphere is backed up by the daily…
Den Bosch
This great-value pub-cafe counterpoints beer signs and religious images, while the narrow street terrace has fine cathedral views. Unpretentious but high…
The Midlands & the Marches
Inside an inviting retro-vintage dining room with exposed-brick walls, Wonky Table features a slimmed-down daytime menu alongside salads and sandwiches,…
Exmoor National Park
A quintessential thatched tearoom 1 mile east of Porlock dishing up toasties, soups and afternoon teas featuring homemade scones, proper clotted cream and…
Den Bosch
With its pink-and-white love-heart decor, this otherwise unassuming patisserie-cafe is the place to try the local speciality Bossche bol (Den Bosch ball),…
Tralee
Grilled Atlantic salmon, pan-fried Kerry Head crab claws, Dingle Bay prawn scampi and lobster in season star at this classy restaurant, but carnivores,…
The Cotswolds
Settle in for tasty Spanish tapas, along with wine, sherry or brandy, at this chilled-out little bistro towards the top of town. Tuesday is paella night,…
Uzès
Choose from a barrel-vaulted dining room or a courtyard garden in which to dine on Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. The food is fresh and seasonal, so the…
Lyon & the Rhône Valley
Pierre Daret gives food a pinch of creativity and southern sunshine at intimate, softly lit Aromatic. The well-edited menu goes with the seasons, but…
Lagos
Right on the sand, this is the best of the places to eat on Meia Praia. It's a fair stroll along the beach, but it's well worth it for the welcoming…
Kensington & Hyde Park
The Orangery is currently closed for renovations and expected to re-open in 2021. In the meantime, a similar menu of excellent breakfasts, lunches and,…
Southeast England
Aptly named for Chichester's shopping streets, this crisply done out, slightly upmarket restaurant plates up modern takes on British classics such as beef…
The Cotswolds
Run by a charming Colombian couple – yes, the coffee’s first-rate – this welcoming little backstreet cafe-deli is a social hub for Painswick. Linger over…
Viseu
For an atmospheric setting, few spots can rival Colmeia's summer terrace by the medieval walls. In the colder months, action reverts to the rustic…
Marseille
It doesn’t get more Gallic than the 'Dugo' – chalkboard menus, wooden floors, vintage signs, giant mirrors and whip-smart waiters. Soak up the atmosphere…
St-Malo
Peer through the windows of this lively, authentic bistro to see where locals congregate for flavourful cuisine, built upon a crop of fresh ingredients…
Temple Bar
Sister restaurant to the seafood shack Klaw, the Seafood Cafe is a more spacious outpost where you can enjoy native lobster dripping in garlic butter,…
Alfama, Castelo & Graça
In the shadow of the grand Sé de Lisboa, this youthful, jazz-loving cafe, whose name translates to 'Oh my God!' in English, has earned a local following…
Dorset
The locals' choice. Prepare to dine, beside flagstone floors and ancient beams festooned with fairy lights, on tasty pub classics, plus fresh Dorset…
Bairro Alto, Chiado & Cais do Sodré
This boho cafe spills out onto both its vine-clad back courtyard and pleasant plaza seating, where you can try fresh-pressed juices, scones, tartines …
Loch Lomond
One of several pubs in Scotland claiming the 'oldest inn' title (opened 1734), this is an atmospheric, family-run spot with thick whitewashed walls and…
Rye
Many local cream-tea cognoscenti assert this traditional tearoom, Rye’s oldest, does the best scone-cream-jam combo this side of Romney Marsh. Further…
Príncipe Real, Santos & Estrela
This warm, convivial brasserie prides itself on just one dish: Lisbon's most famous steak, cooked to perfection, served swimming in cream sauce, skinny…
Galway City
At this student favourite, you first choose from tacos, burritos or enchiladas, then select your fillings (meat, vegetarian or vegan), extras (guacamole,…
The Channel Islands
At Herm's social hub, you can commune with the locals over a pint or share a picnic table on the popular outdoor terrace with day trippers from Guernsey…
Épernay
A sparky chef came up with the idea of combining French and Thai flavours at this sleek bistro. Go for well-spiced dishes like satay of guinea fowl in…
Kilkenny City
Many a visitor has stumbled into this clean, bustling cafe lured by its excellent all-day breakfasts. With quick service and plenty of seating, it's a…
Oban
With a stylishly casual contemporary interior, this place in a former bank offers well-integrated plates with a focus on local game and seafood. Dishes…
Antwerp
Whether in the upper-market glass box of a dining room or at one of the summer tables fanning out along the walkway, RAS is a superb place to be dazzled…
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