Must-see restaurants in Europe

  • Patiserie Augusto

    Moldova

    A street stall on Comrat's main drag with good ice cream, pastries and the best coffee in town.

  • Central Market

    Kazan

    The colourful, sprawling central market is good for stocking up on snacks or just for browsing.

  • Sandwich Stall

    Cork City

    Freshly made sandwiches using freshly baked bread and quality fillings – what's not to like?

  • TobinGo

    Rothenburg ob der Tauber

    You can't say you've been to Bavaria until you've consumed a kebab in a twee medieval setting.

  • Bryson's

    Keswick

    An old-fashioned and much-loved bakery known for its fruit cakes, Battenbergs and Florentines.

  • Hønse-Louisas Hus

    Oslo

    Stop for coffee and a waffle at Hønse-Louisas Hus, attached to an atmospheric little theatre.

  • Jupiter

    Pula

    Respectable Croatian thin-crust pizzas and decent pasta dishes served on an upstairs terrace.

  • Taj Mahal

    Black Sea Coast

    Just off the beach, next to the Admiral Hotel. Come here for chicken korma and lamb vindaloo.

  • Cloisters

    Salisbury

    A 300-year-old pub in the heart of town.

  • Mercado Municipal

    The Douro

    Sells Lamego’s famous hams and wines – ideal picnic food. Thursdays are especially busy.

  • Sennoy Bazaar

    Russian Caucasus

    The lively local market offers a bounty of fresh produce and prepared foods for your picnic.

  • Tearoom & Craft Shop

    Central Highlands

    There’s a tearoom and craft shop above the pier, which also acts as an information centre.

  • Super Brugsen

    Ærø

    Supermarket at the northern end of the main shopping street, incorporating the post office.

  • Hópið

    The Westfjords

    Hópið is a low-key joint with a pool table. It serves burgers and basic Icelandic mains.

  • Taverna tou Psirri

    Athens

    This cheerful taverna just off Plateia Iroön turns out decent, no-frills traditional food.

  • Green Bean

    Yerevan

    Second branch of the popular vegetarian/vegan cafe.

  • Farmers Arms

    Cumbria & the Lakes

    Basic pub grub is on offer at this centrally located inn on Ulverston's main market square.

  • Taverna O Glaros

    Limnos

    The last eatery along the waterfront, O Glaros commands the best view of the small harbour.

  • Clérissy

    Gorges du Verdon

    A good lunch spot in the village, with crispy pizzas, filling crêpes and generous salads.

  • To Kentrikon

    Nafplio

    Relax under the shady sycamore trees on Nafplio's main square during extensive breakfasts.

  • Kauptún

    North Iceland

    The supermarket shares a car park with Vinbúðin.

  • Vár Étterem

    Northern Hungary

    This eatery offers covered outside dining in the warmer months but closes early otherwise.

  • X

    Swabian Alps Region

    Hole-in-the-wall joint rustling up Tübingen’s crispiest fries, bratwurst and burgers.

  • Seljord Hotell Restaurant

    Southern Norway

    The restaurant at the Seljord Hotell is Seljord's best, with local fish and game dishes.

  • Nova Pompeia

    Trás-os-Montes

    This large bright cafe and bakery serves omelettes and light meals at reasonable prices.

  • Kaupfélag

    The Westfjords

    The biggest grocery shop in the area is by the N1 petrol station. Also has a small cafe.

  • San Giorgio

    Riviera di Ponente

    Fancily done dishes with an emphasis on seafood and fresh Ligurian herbs and vegetables.

  • Restaurante Plaza

    Galicia

    Hostal Plaza's restaurant serves uncomplicated seafood and meat in generous quantities.

  • City Market

    Rijeka

    This local market is one of the best places in town for seasonal fruit and vegetables.

  • La Campagnola

    Eastern Sardinia

    For a quick bite in Mamoiada, try this ristorante-pizzeria near the north end of town.

  • Nick's Taverna

    Dodecanese

    Separate sections serve good seafood meals, and drinks and snacks. Right on the beach.

  • Kjörbúðin

    East Iceland

    On the main road, with a Vínbúðin attached.

  • Galleri Thomasgården

    Central Norway

    Half cafe, half art gallery – and a pleasant spot for post-viewing coffee and cake.

  • Northern Bakeries

    Murmansk

    For self-catering or a cupcake fetish, there’s this tempting European-style bakery.

  • Kjörbúðin

    East Iceland

    For food supplies; has a Vínbúðin inside.

  • Restaurante Cristina

    Andalucía

    A popular restaurant serving paella, seafood, venison (the house special) and more.

  • Vopak

    The Carpathians

    If self-catering, there’s a Vopak supermarket between the bus and train stations.

  • Kjøttbasarell

    Bergen

    This lovely old food market has cheeses, meats, jams and all sorts of gourmet items.

  • Stadtmarkt

    Linz

    Put together a picnic from the 25-plus stalls at Linz' twice-weekly farmers market.