Crimea
In the courtyard of Yegiya Kapay Synagogue, this place touts itself as a museum of Jewish gastronomy. It's a long shot, but we loved ghefilte fisch (carp…
Must-see restaurants in Europe
Crimea
We heard people calling it the best fish restaurant in Crimea. Located on a floating platform at the far end of the main promenade, it's specialty is…
Nida
Laumė is an unpretentious little place with great views of the lagoon from its flower-girt terrace. Alongside basic Lithuanian staples you'll find pizzas,…
Diyarbakır
Nosh on freshly prepared meat dishes, hearty casseroles and stuffed vegetables in this brisk Diyarbakır institution. It also does superb crisp wood-fired…
Greenland
Behind a somewhat quaint façade, this is a run-of-the-mill Greenlandic beerhouse. However, at lunchtimes it serves open sandwiches (Dkr20) and a set hot…
Klaipėda
This combination bar, restaurant and cafe overlooking Teatro aikštė is popular for its meat dishes, pancakes and cepelinai. The covered terrace is open…
Lithuania
One of the most popular spots in town, and deservedly so – its pizzas and Italian-Lithuanian fare are really good, and its terrace encourages lingering in…
Nuuk
At the upmarket Gertrud Rask Spiesehus, with paintings and starched tablecloths, you may feel uncomfortable without a jacket or dress. Creative daily…
Nuuk
This itinerant former kebab wagon is usually parked outside Unik gift shop (Imaneq 29). It bakes remarkably good takeaway pizzas; Dkr15 to Dkr20 slices…
Klaipėda
This popular place on the Danė River focuses on well-made Italian dishes, including pizzas, pastas, salads and fish. The decor is a stripped-down…
Kaunas
Avilys is an offshoot of the award-winning brewery in Vilnius. It serves unusual beers alongside Lithuanian standards and international dishes to an avid…
Disko Bay
This airy brasserie is an excellent place to crack open a snow crab or tuck into lamb curry. Fuel up on meals ranging from tapas or burgers to fish of the…
Northwest Greenland
To sample some typical Greenlandic food, contact this local guide the day before and you can savour seal, whale, caribou, halibut or other local fish…
Northwest Greenland
The grill-bar serves a good variety of fast food from burgers and kebabs to pizzas and hot dogs. The building is unmarked, but you'll recognise the smell…
Crimea
Definitely the prettiest market in Crimea displaying an abundance of seasonal fruit – from grapes and figs, to peaches and water melons. There are also…
Klaipėda
There aren't too many alternatives to Lithuanian and Italian in Old Town Klaipėda, but Jing Bin Lou does decent Westernised Chinese. It even takes a stab…
Western Estonia & the Islands
You can order meaty bistro-style dishes, but the fresh salads, soups, pasta and, especially, the pizza are much better value. Despite the stylish decor,…
Diyarbakır
This bright eatery outside the city walls is famous for its kaburga dolması (lamb stuffed with rice and almonds). Round it off with a devilish İrmik…
Greenland
The food at this place can be a bit hit and miss, but it's a good place to meet the locals. The menu consists of the usual burgers, chips and sandwiches…
Kaunas
Making the most of its plum location, 'Castle Gardens' mixes good cheer with craft beer and the fruits of the grill: burgers, fish, pork chops and more…
Disko Bay
Takeaway staples like burgers, fish and stir-fries make this tiny chain eatery a top choice for hungry budget travellers. There are vegetarian choices too…
Disko Bay
The only real choice for food in town is the dimly lit Nikifik bar, which serves a decent but uninspired array of fish and meat dishes. On some Friday and…
Latvia
This secret gem is favoured by people in-the-know for its impressive wine list and lovingly and inventively prepared European meals. There is a neat…
Crimea
This unassuming cafe serves well as an introduction to Crimean Tatar cuisine. Go for grilled meat – shashlyks (shish kebabs) – and make sure you try some…
Old Rīga
Across from Rīga Castle, this somewhat gloomy restaurant specialises in moderately priced tummy fillers. In warmer weather patrons dine outside on…
Hania Province
Run by Manolis the fisherman and his wife, Gerti, this taverna serves Manolis’ fresh catch daily. Try the tangy grilled octopus or red snapper braised…
Tórshavn
The highly esteemed chef flambées steaks in cognac and poaches salmon in Riesling. The somewhat staid décor comes much more to life in the evening…
Disko Bay
Bright, modern and buzzing, this little place with plenty of outdoor seating has sandwiches, burgers and salads, substantial meaty mains, and some…
Crimea
An upmarket beachside restaurant with wall carpets, tablecloths and armchairs covered in Oriental floral ornaments. A creative take on traditional Central…
Western Estonia & the Islands
A pretty pit stop with indoor and outdoor seating, this cafe offers light meals such as soup or quiche. Make sure you save room for the sensational…
Lithuania
Utena isn't rolling in dining options. If you find yourself near the bus station, and hungry, you could do worse than this branch of the country-wide…
Latvia
A noble attempt at savvy, locally sourced fare, 2 Locals offers a delectable assortment of meat and fish dishes; don’t miss the scrumptious homemade…
Latvia
A friendly seafood restaurant with a pleasing, old-time nautical vibe – creaky wood floors, a fishing boat moored outside and nets draped across the…
Lithuania
With an ideal location on Laisvės aikštė, this casual Italian is good for a glass of wine, a panino, pasta with pesto, or something meaty from the grill.
Latvia
This cheerful, brightly coloured cafe cum pizzeria is a veritable source of cheap and tasty breakfast and lunch food as well as competently brewed coffee.
Lithuania
The Yacht Club is ideal for a quiet meal – perhaps fried zander with potatoes and salad, or grilled pork with mushrooms – and a sundowner by the lake.
Greenland
This hot-dog wagon parked outside the Timimut Shop puts out plastic tables so you can eat your chips (small/big Dkr12/17) while overlooking A34 harbour.
Disko Bay
Basic but cosy, this simple little café serves up a choice of burgers, chips and sandwiches as well as a good selection of mediocre Thai dishes.
Hania Province
Ilios is the best spot in town for fish and seafood, though it offers a full range of Cretan classics and breakfast, too. Rooms are also available.
Greenland
Brightly painted walls and local naive art make the Café Paamiut relatively pleasant by fast-food standards. It serves burgers and hot dogs.
