St-Malo
The main draw of this unfussy crêperie is its location right atop the ramparts – come for the amazing sunset views and friendly service. The crêpes and…
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County Londonderry
In a pretty spot overlooking the river by the entrance to Roe Valley Country Park, Ritters Tea Room serves scones, cakes and pastries as well as lunchtime…
Ohrid
The main draw at this local pizza institution is its cute little dining terrace out back, which spills into the gardens of ancient Sveti Nikola Bolnički.
Cappadocia
This lokanta (eatery serving ready-made food) in the centre of town is a solid bet for filling meals of various güveç (meat and vegetable stew), bean and…
Altai
This blossoming travel-themed Siberian chain is a welcome addition to Gorno-Altaisk's staid food scene. Well-priced breakfasts, the best coffee in the…
Castilla y León
Marginally the pick of the bars that encircle the Plaza Mayor, tiny Viky has tapas lined up along the bar and a varied menu of canapés, raciones and other…
Mértola
Set on a hill above Mértola, this pleasant spot serves traditional cuisine. Its known for its game dishes, including javali (wild pig) and migas (meat and…
Ærø
Beneath a retro 1950s sign, this top-quality bakery sells not just bread but a range of droolsome cakes (try the strawberry meringue pie) plus six…
Rovaniemi
On a town-centre backstreet in untouristed territory, this simple lunch place offers a bargain-priced buffet of home-cooked Finnish food, including daily…
Estremadura & Ribatejo
Along this pedestrianised street are several traditional restaurants, including this friendly, no-nonsense spot with pretty tiled interior and a long menu…
Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields
This deli-cafe assembles lip-smacking banh mi (filled baguettes with fillings such as spicy roast duck or crispy pork belly) to eat in or take away, as…
Good Life Wholefood Restaurant
Shropshire
Wholesome, freshly prepared vegetarian food is dished up at this healthy refuge off Wyle Cop. Favourites include quiches, nut loaf, salads, soups, veggie…
Hania Province
Straightforward Cretan and Greek dishes are the order of the day at this long-standing taverna near stony Halikia Beach. Pick from what’s fresh, arrayed…
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Excitable waiters and huge portions of pizza and pasta keep locals queuing at the door of this cheerfully chaotic Jesmond restaurant – get in line and…
Split
Located 1km up the busy main street out of town, this is a blue-collar hang-out for marenda, a Dalmatian midday meal, with a rustic vibe – old beams,…
Cyclades
The name means 'The Wave' and this taverna, right on the beach at Psathi, is good for seafood and local specialities like ladenia (similar to pizza,…
Warsaw
Handy and relaxed spot for lunch, a snack or a drink while you explore this part of the city, U Chłopaków has a prime position overlooking a leafy square…
Ayvalık
It ain't haute cuisine (far from it), but the Ayvalık tost (Ayvalık 'toast') is famous throughout Turkey, and this is one of the many local places where…
County Down
This beautiful former coaching inn with a rustic interior is a handy stop for generous portions of classic pub fare such as roast chicken, Irish sea…
Parc National du Mercantour
A relaxed, friendly and quite stylish diner overlooking Barcelonnette's handsome main square, place de la Mairie. Pizzas and pastas are the speciality,…
Captain Cook Self-Service Restaurant
Evia
An efficient seafront eatery rustling up a tasty, cheap bit of everything, from uncomplicated Greek salads and plates of feta to mousakas and roast…
Macedonia
Steaks, traditional sausage, souvlaki and other meaty Greek favourites are all good at this gregarious little stone-walled taverna, which spills out onto…
Southern Norway
The menu here is a light and healthy escape from the rigours of the interior's burger-and-hot-dog diet. The owners will happily pack your sushi up for you…
Kefallonia
Low-slung, old-fashioned taverna on Lixouri’s seafront street, serving a mouthwatering menu of local-favourite dishes, including plenty of vegetarian…
Santa Croce
This tiny little chocolate shop in Santa Croce also sells chocolate gelato: go for the decadent white chocolate with wild strawberries, chocolate orange,…
Samos
Just past the square in Vourliotes, this atmospheric old eatery has a variety of mezedhes, including bourekakia (crunchy cheese-filled filo pastries)…
Bulgaria
On Vratsa's main pedestrian street, this is a pleasant place for a coffee or a variety of light meals. Salads, risottos, fish and pasta dishes are served…
County Fermanagh
The restaurant at the Westville Hotel combines an elegant dining room with a deft touch in the kitchen. The homemade desserts are particularly popular.
London
With an enormous map of the Iberian peninsula on one wall, there's no doubt you're in a Spanish restaurant. All the usual tapas classics are present and…
The Douro
This three-floor hotspot has daytime drinks and snacks, such as sandwiches and burgers, plus an alfresco terrace at the top. The crowd is young, the decor…
Skåne
This cafe at the Regionmuseet Kristianstad complex serves great snacks using organic ingredients and herbs and flowers picked from the owner's garden.
Kythnos
Set on the small square at the edge of the pedestrian part of Hora, this restaurant specialises in traditional island dishes, such as rooster cooked in…
Central & Eastern Istria
This rustic tavern, with heavy beams and stone archways, serves local specialities such as truffle gnocchi and pasta with boškarin (Istrian ox) or pulićem…
Monchique
In the village centre, this locals' haunt serves down-to-earth char-grilled fish and dishes at green-clad, unsteady tables. It's popular with workers in…
Korčula Island
Set on a little square just off the main waterfront promenade, Baltoni dishes up decent pizza and pasta dishes. Breakfast options include omelettes, bacon…
Lefkada
This bright little evening-only gelateria, just off the pedestrian drag, scoops up delicious fresh ice cream in flavours from mastiha (a stomach-settling…
Bucharest
The best (and arguably the most authentic) Indian restaurant in the city. Excellent curries, spiced to order, along with the usual accoutrements of rice…
Luxembourg
As soon as temperatures rise above 15ºC, queues start forming at the Luxembourg branch of this Belgian mini-chain. Pistachio and coconut are standouts…
Paris
Dine on sizzling steaks and burgers from star butcher Yves-Marie Le Bourdonnec in the basement of Lafayette Gourmet. Unlimited chips, limited seating.
The Jura Mountains
Nibble while gazing upon the architectural mastery of Saline Royale at this restaurant and salon de thé (tea rooms). Bagels, sandwiches and cakes are…
