Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Perekrestok

    Black Sea Coast

    Self-caterers will find everything they need on the 1st floor of this chain supermarket near Gorki Gorod.

  • Apelsin

    Western European Russia

    This bright little creperie dishes up all manner of bliny and other light meals. Set breakfasts from R99.

  • Prior's Kitchen Restaurant

    Cumbria & the Lakes

    Quiches, salads and afternoon teas are served in the cathedral's fratry, once used as a monk's mess hall.

  • Escondidinho

    The Minho

    Monção’s best pastry shop has tempting freshly baked goods with outdoor tables overlooking the plaza.

  • KS Hofsósi

    Tröllaskagi

    Pick up supplies here, where you can also get simple grill-bar food. There's a petrol pump out the front.

  • Metzgerei Huber

    Tyrol

    A great local butcher for a meaty snack such as Schweinebauch (pork belly) and quality sausages.

  • Pelmeniya

    St Petersburg

    A branch of this appealing contemporary-styled dumpling bar that's good for an inexpensive, filling meal.

  • Kafe Sadko

    Western European Russia

    Small portions of standard canteen Russian fare are served at this basic cafe facing the central square.

  • Café 55

    Portrush

    This cafe serves breakfast and a lunch menu of sandwiches, wraps and fries, on its beach-facing terrace.

  • Sigma

    Northern European Russia

    Enormous, well-stocked supermarket. There's a very good food court in the shopping centre above it, too.

  • Oregano

    Hora (Mykonos)

    Tops for delivery to your hotel, with a huge, filling menu of gyros, souvlaki, kebabs and more.

  • O Con de Aldán

    Rías Baixas

    This appealing waterside restaurant beside the little harbour at Aldán serves market-fresh fish daily.

  • Covered Market

    Ljubljana

    The covered part of the Central Market sells meats and cheeses.

  • Bar El Artesano

    Fuerteventura

    This good choice has local atmosphere, friendly service and an excellent-value menú del día.

  • Manolyam Restaurant

    Cyprus

    This restaurant dishes up traditional Turkish kebab plates and a small but filling array of mixed meze.

  • Green Bar

    Moravia

    Salads and veggie main dishes, vegan entrées and a kids' play area add up to a family-friendly joint.

  • Zouros

    Lesvos

    Nothing fancy, just traditional Greek recipes in an antiques-filled taverna on the seafront in Vatera.

  • Mercator

    Eastern Slovenia

    You’ll find a large Mercator supermarket opposite the 1929-Art Deco Kino Metropol (Metropol Cinema).

  • Le Bar du Coq

    Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land and The Jura

    This cool Italian joint is always busy. Expect hearty pastas and a standard menu of Italian favorites.

  • Sputnik

    Lake Baikal

    A little tidy cafe by the bus station serves ordinary, but well-prepared stolovaya-type food.

  • Mercator

    The Julian Alps

    Handy supermarket for picking up picnic supplies. The town bus station is located just out the front.

  • Kjörbúðin

    East Iceland

    Supermarket in the centre of town, opposite Hildibrand Hotel.

  • Lubenička Loza

    Cres Island

    By the entrance to the village, this small buffet is a good spot to stop for a cool beer and a snack.

  • Tashir Pizza

    Northern Armenia

    This very modern Vanadzor branch of the Armenia-wide pizza chain is popular with locals of all ages.

  • O Forno

    Rías Altas

    The neat restaurant of the harbourside O Forno hostal serves good local fish and shellfish.

  • Les Halles de Cauterets

    Parc National des Pyrénées

    Cauterets’ covered market is a turn-of-the-century beauty, and a great place to assemble a picnic.

  • Caldo Freddo

    Paris

    Pizzas by the pie and the slice (with a truffle topping!) along with arancini, antipasti and panini.

  • Water Shed Cafe

    County Antrim

    In a little cottage by the harbour, the Water Shed Cafe serves soups, sandwiches, cakes and coffee.

  • Bar Central

    Var

    Grab a coffee at the green-canopied Bar Central – you won't get more local and unfussy than this.

  • La Laja

    Morro Jable

    This decent but busy seafood choice is located on the corner of the boardwalk with excellent views.

  • Gastro u Jakuba

    Bratislava

    No-frills canteen with great-value lunch specials and filling soups, schnitzels and pasta dishes.

  • Mecsek

    Pécs

    One of two cake shops on the main square serving gooey sweet delights and multiple gelato flavours.

  • To Kanoni

    Monemvasia

    Pizza, pasta and traditional foods are on the menu at this casual joint on Monemvasia's main strip.

  • Kvickly

    Bornholm

    If you want to pack a lunch for the beach, this central supermarket has a bakery and deli section.

  • Green Market

    Budva

    This covered market is the place to stock up on fresh produce and domestic cheese, meats and fish.

  • Söluskálinn

    Inland

    Refuel your car and your stomach at Söluskálinn at the busy N1 service station on the Ring Road.

  • Eiscafe Artusa

    Ostwestfalen

    Enjoy Paderborn's best ice cream and gelato at this always-crowded cafe overlooking Marienplatz.

  • Soupes á Soups

    Metz

    At Soupes á Soups, Patrick ladles out homemade soups, from mussel to creamy mushroom varieties.

  • Kantína

    The Golden Circle

    Self-service style modern canteen serving standard fast food plus sandwiches, soups and salads.

  • Paradosiakon

    Skyros

    Great pitta souvlaki (cubes of meat on skewers) at this down-to-earth terrace spot on the port.