Bosa
For a quick bite on the hoof, head to this humble, no-frills takeaway and join the ever-present queue of locals for a taste of Giovanni's fabulous sliced…
Bosa
For a quick bite on the hoof, head to this humble, no-frills takeaway and join the ever-present queue of locals for a taste of Giovanni's fabulous sliced…
Ålesund
Affiliated with antique shop next door, this unpretentious cafe serves sandwiches, big slices of cakes and fresh coffee and has its own changing art…
Puerto de la Cruz
La Parrilla is one of several excellent restaurants at Puerto's top hotel and specialises in upmarket Spanish cuisine. Reservations arr recommended at…
Rotterdam
If you like brownies, fudge and cupcakes – and really, who doesn't? – this cafe is for you. Its bakery supplies many of Rotterdam's cafes with sweet…
Ghent
At this bright, central retro-'70s soup kitchen, each bowlful comes with add-your-own cheese and croutons, two rolls and a piece of fruit. Canal views are…
Bouches-du-Rhône
St-Rémy's no-frills, casual hang-out for locals abuts the place de la République car park but is always packed, serving fresh local dishes, wine and…
Gozo
Head to Bugeja, just outside Mġarr, to purchase your fresh fish for a barbecue. It has a great range of local fish and seafood, and attracts queues of…
Northern European Russia
Basic, but pleasant summer cafe inside the monastery orchard, sometimes serving shashlyk (meat kebab) and tasty local pryaniki (gingerbread).
Rías Baixas
The restaurant at Hotel Samar has direct access from the north end of Praia A Lanzada and serves a selection of typical Galician fish, seafood and meat…
Bornholm
Nibble on freshly baked rye bread and flaky Danish pastries from this petite bakery, close to the bus stops on Snellemark and the main town square, Store…
Krk Island
You couldn't be any closer to the water, and indeed the setting is the main reason to come here. The food is fine, if fairly standard, waterfront seafood…
Eastern Sardinia
Just north of town, the brightly lit front terrace of this roadside eatery makes a festive spot to linger over wood-fired pizzas after a long day on the…
Finistère
This unpretentious bistro overlooking the harbour serves hearty regional dishes at very good prices, and is buzzing with contented diners in the warmer…
Thasos
An outdoor ouzerie opposite the fishing boats on the Old Harbour. Frequented by locals and tourists alike, with traditional music and tasty mezedhes.
Edinburgh
The Terrace Cafe, in the middle of the Royal Botanic Garden, has outdoor tables with a superb view of the city skyline.
Agrigento
This fabulous gelateria is the perfect antidote to Agrigento’s oppressive heat. Especially scrumptious is the pistachio, flecked with nuts and super…
Clifden
This two-floor Main St cafe serves organic fairtrade coffee and fresh fruit smoothies along with daily soups, sandwiches and wraps, plus ice cream in…
Székely Land
Popular with lively eaters and drinkers, this traditional restaurant has bench seats and locally recommended food (pork schnitzels, chicken breast and…
Lerwick
Lerwick’s salty air often creates fish-and-chip cravings. Eat in (until 8pm), or munch down on the pier if you don’t mind the seagulls’ envious stares.
Yakutsk
A central mall with a 2nd-floor food court whipping up pizza, noodles, sushi, baked goods and bubble tea. There's also a grocery store on the basement…
Northern European Russia
This simple cafe serves dried fish and beer, as well as kalitki, local pies with either potato or meat fillings. Also offers soups and other dishes.
Mývatn Region
Busy, well-stocked supermarket (with petrol pumps) next to the visitor centre. Has a grill and outdoor picnic tables.
Ljubljana
Below the Plečnik Colonnade, the fish market has open-air stands selling fried calamari for as low as €7 a plate.
Plovdiv & Southern Mountains
Part of the Tsarev Vrah hotel, Rila Restaurant specialises in Bulgarian grills and local fish and is set in a traditionally decorated 19th-century…
Braga
Next to sweet-smelling Jardim de Santa Bárbara, this sunny, well-preserved art deco tearoom is a local favourite with all, but especially ladies who lunch.
Makarska
Linger in the quiet leafy courtyard of this classy restaurant just off the main drag and feast on lamb, steak and fresh fish. There's a good wine list,…
Andalucía
Simple menu, quick service, tasty food – La Taberna is an oasis of solid reliability in a town where food can sometimes be a little on the expensive side.
Syros
The name means sunset, and this west-coast, fish-heavy restaurant is a fine choice for watching it. The menu is an ode to local produce; try the fennel…
Kutaisi
A plain but neat and clean central spot for good Georgian favourites like lobiani (bean pie), khinkali and mtsvadi (shish kebab).
Ristorante Albergo Il Cinghialetto
Eastern Sardinia
Down in the modern part of the village is this simple, friendly pick, dishing up meaty Sardinian fare and pizza. An open fire keeps things toasty in…
Kadıköy
To sample one of the market’s greatest treats, stop at this honey shop and ask for a serve of yoghurt with a generous swirl of honey from the comb on top.
Alto Alentejo
This pretty spot has the prime location above the Fonte do Montorinho. It is a reasonable choice, serving traditional, if slightly tourist-focused,…
Piran
There’s a small outdoor market in the little square behind the Municipal Hall – and a Mercator supermarket, too.
Ypres
Fresh bread, pastries, croques and fancy patisserie goods to take away. Try the amazing and filling broodpudding (bread pudding) for just €0.40.
West Cornwall
If you're just after a quick bacon butty or all-day breakfast, this pleasant cafe is worth stopping by. It also serves homemade cakes and local ice creams.
Limnos
Near the end of the waterfront, To Limanaki serves up well-priced fresh seafood and late-night meat grills, along with cheery service and good Limnos wine.
Madeira
This restaurant on the square in Vila Baleia is a convenient, popular and informal place where the large portions of seafood come particularly recommended.
Vigo
Gamboa Vinte is a dependable, moderately priced option convenient to the Casco Vello for well-prepared fish and seafood – grilled, casseroled or in rice.
Logroño
Serves delicious seafood pintxos in an Andalucian-flavoured bar, with an impressive wine list. It's one of several lively spots along this street.
Romania
At the western end of Str Meţanu, this sprawling open-air food market has dozens of stalls offering fresh fruit and vegetables, breads, meats and cheeses.