The world has a lot to offer – especially in culinary terms. These 10 top the list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
So here we go.
1. GERANIUM
Copenhage, Denmark
Chef: Rasmus Kofoed
Geranium
The surprising tasting menu usually consists of up to 20 individual dishes, such as chicken with morels, hops and kale.
The best restaurant in the world (and therefore also the best restaurant in Europe) is surrounded by the largest park in the Østerbro district. And the interior of the locale is equally as green. Guests dine on the 8th floor with a view of nature. And with nature on the plates. The menus change seasonally and the restaurant has been awarded three Michelin stars.
Photo: Rasmus & Jens
Per Henrik Lings Allé 4, 8th Sal, 2100 København, Denmark, geranium.dk
2. Aqua, Wolfsburg Germany
Chef: Sven Elverfeld (3 Michelin stars)
Must try: everything
Sven offers harmonious unusual combinations.
Ruinart sorbet.
A deserved place as one of the best restaurants in the world.
3. QUINTONIL
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO
Chef: Jorge Vallejo
Must try: Salbute
Alejandra and Jorge have been working side by side since 2012. Quintonil is their first restaurant.
Since 2015, Jorge Vallejo and his wife Alejandra Flores have been cooking exceptional Mexican cuisine at Quintonil. He serves up the essence of Mexico. However, not in the sense of recipes and traditions – he focuses on local ingredients. The menus change every month. Vegan versions are available as well.
Av. Isaac Newton 55, Polanco, Polanco IV Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico, quintonil.com
4. Heinz Beck, Pergola, Roma in Italy
surprise, just try
5. LIDO 84
GARDONE RIVIERA, ITALY
Chefs: Riccardo and Giancarlo Camanini
Must try: 9-course menu
A meal even better than at mamma’s house. © Lido 84
Italy is famous for its food and the are popular all over the world. And that’s what the Camanini brothers have dedicated their restaurant to. They’ve reinterpreted authentic dishes and added a twist. Their acclaimed locale is set on the idyllic shores of Lake Garda. The parmigiana and torta di rose will melt in your mouth. They’ve been awarded a Michelin star for their creations.
Corso Giuseppe Zanardelli, 196, 25083 Gardone Riviera BS, Italy, ristorantelido84.com
6. A CASA DO PORCO
SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL
Chef: Jefferson and Janaina Rueda
Must try: Pork Jowl Sushi
Price: tasting menu from approx. €50
Casa do Porco
Pork rind is an unusual approach to sushi, but it works. © Mauro Holando
Rank 7 of the best restaurants in the world goes to Brazil. As the name suggests, everything here revolves around pork, used as a whole in a nose-to-tail manner. The various parts of the animal end up on the table either as a tasting menu or à la carte. A fast food version is also available, with the food served through the restaurant’s window.
R. Araújo, 124, Centro Histórico, São Paulo, 01220-020, acasodoporco.com.br
7. ASADOR ETXEBARRI
ATXONDO, SPAIN
Chef: Victor Arguinzoniz
Must try: Tasting menu
Price: Tasting menu from €242
Etxebarri / Mariano Herrera
Meat lovers rejoice: Chef Arguinzoniz is a master at the grill. © Asador Etxebarri
Vegetarians and vegans, be strong. At Asador Etxebarri, it’s all about the meat – and the grill. Chef Arguinzoniz transforms high-quality meat into a symphony of grilled, roasted and smoked flavors. Even caviar finds its way onto the grill master’s grate as he excels at playing with literal fire.
San Juan Plaza, 1, 48291 Axpe, Bizkaia, Spain, asadoretxebarri.com
8. PUJOL
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO
Chefs: Enrique Olvera, Jesús Durón
Must try: Mole Madre, Mole Nuevo
Price: tasting menu from €120
Octopus, habanero ink and ayocote come together to create a harmonious symphony of flavors.
The best restaurant in North America and 5th best restaurant in the world, Pujol beckons to Mexico. Gourmets put up with long waits to try the signature dish Mole Madre, Mole Nuevo. Arranged in concentric circles, the sauce is aged for a full 1,500 days. Four years of waiting, which, according to foodies, is definitely worth it – and tastes terrific.
Tennyson 113, Polanco, Mexico City, 11550, puyol.com.mx
9. DIVERXO
MADRID, SPAIN
Chef: Dabis Muñoz
Must try: tasting menu “Cerdos Voladores” (“Flying Pigs”)
Price: tasting menu from €365
10. DISFRUTAR
BARCELONA, SPAIN
Chefs: Oriol Castro, Mateu Casañas, Eduard Xatruch
Must try: classic tasting menu
Panchinos stuffed with beluga caviar: the cuisine at Disfrutar – which roughly translates to “enjoy” – is a welcome surprise.
Opened in 2014, the creative chefs can proudly present two Michelin stars and second place among the best restaurants in Europe. Very well deserved, because everything revolves around flavor at the relatively new establishment. The modern, contemporary ambience is enjoyable as well.
C. de Villarroel, 163, 08036 Barcelona, Spain, disfrutarbarcelona.com
Last but not least.
Neolokal, Istanbul (stay tuned)
Enjoy.
