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Since 1967, La Barca has been the Virgilio family’s elegant homage to Bari’s maritime soul—where the day’s catch meets meticulous culinary craft. In a serene, coastal-chic setting, the kitchen celebrates Puglia’s bounty with pitch-perfect technique: pristine grilled fish kissed by embers, plates that balance simplicity and finesse, and a reverent respect for seasonality. The experience culminates in a reimagined cannolo—sheep’s milk ricotta, pear sauce, and pistachio waffles—delivering a final, memorable whisper of sweetness that lingers like a seaside dusk. < Back La Barca NOT YET RATED Seafood RESTAURANT SUMMARY At La Barca, the spirit of Bari’s historic waterfront is distilled into a dining experience of quiet sophistication. Run by the Virgilio family since 1967, this beloved address marries time-honored tradition with a refined, contemporary sensibility. Each detail—from the crisp linen to the softly lit, maritime-inspired interiors—reflects an understated elegance designed for diners who savor nuance over noise. The menu is a love letter to the Adriatic, with seafood sourced at its peak and prepared to honor natural flavor. Grilled fish arrives perfectly lacquered from the embers, skin delicately blistered, flesh yielding and fragrant with sea salt, olive oil, and the faintest whisper of smoke. Seasonal crudos and warm antipasti reveal the depth of Puglia’s pantry—wild herbs, sun-kissed citrus, and mineral-rich greens—each bite a precise balance of brightness and brine. Service moves with polished ease, orchestrating a rhythm that feels personal yet effortless. Thoughtfully curated wines—spotlighting Apulian producers and elegant Italian labels—offer a seamless dialogue with the cuisine. The pairing possibilities are compelling: a saline white to mirror the clarity of a raw preparation, or a supple rosato to cradle the char and sweetness of grilled specialties. The finale is emblematic of La Barca’s ethos: a reinterpreted cannolo that is both nostalgic and new. Sheep’s milk ricotta is whipped to silken lightness, met by a delicate pear sauce and bookended by crisp pistachio waffles. It is a dessert that lingers—a sculpted memory of texture and temperature, of fruit and nut, of tradition made modern. In every course, La Barca extends an invitation to experience Bari not as a destination, but as a refined state of mind. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Via Achille Ratti, 54, 20017 Rho MI, Italy +39 02 930 3976 http://www.trattorialabarca.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Thai Garden, classic Thai flavors are reimagined with modern finesse, unfolding in a tranquil haven where lush greenery and candlelit pathways set an intimate tone. The culinary team curates refined, produce-led menus that celebrate regional recipes, pristine seafood, and aromatics layered with precision—each plate a quiet revelation. Attentive, discreet service and a rarefied ambiance create a sense of gentle privilege, inviting discerning diners to linger over nuanced spice, elegant textures, and the delicate harmony that defines Thailand’s most sophisticated tables. < Back Thai Garden NOT YET RATED Thai RESTAURANT SUMMARY Step through the lantern-lit archway of Thai Garden and enter a sanctuary where culinary artistry meets whispered luxury. The air carries soft jasmine and kaffir lime, weaving through manicured foliage and carved teak accents to frame a dining room that is both tranquil and transportive. Here, indulgence rests not in excess, but in the poise of restraint: each detail considered, each gesture of hospitality effortless and warm. The kitchen pays reverence to Thailand’s culinary heritage while elevating it with exacting technique and impeccable sourcing. A tasting menu might begin with a petite bite of blue swimmer crab wrapped in young betel leaf, kissed with pomelo and toasted coconut, then progress to charcoal-kissed river prawns over green mango and wild herbs. Curries arrive with silken balance—heat that blossoms rather than shouts, coconut that whispers rather than weighs—punctuated by citrus brightness and the perfume of fresh galangal. Vegetables are treated as treasures: morning glory tender-crisp and glossy, lotus root translucent and delicately spiced. In the glass, a sommelier-led list moves with the cuisine’s rhythm, pairing mineral-driven whites, aged Rieslings, and elegant Champagnes with the kitchen’s layered textures. For those who prefer spirits, bespoke infusions of lemongrass, pandan, and makrut elevate classic cocktails with a Thai cadence, while non-alcoholic pairings of house-brewed teas and botanicals mirror the menu’s aromatic architecture. The result is harmony: a conversation between plate and pour that deepens with each course. Service is intuitive and composed, attentive enough to anticipate preferences yet discreet enough to preserve the evening’s intimacy. Private pavilions set within the garden offer a cocooned experience perfect for celebrations, while the main dining room glows with a soft, amber hush. As the evening unfolds, candles flicker against porcelain, the clink of crystal fades into the rustle of leaves, and the city recedes into memory. Thai Garden is not merely a meal—it is a curated passage through Thailand’s terroir and tradition. For the traveler who values craftsmanship over spectacle, and nuance over novelty, it offers a rare equilibrium: culinary precision softened by nature’s calm, and the quiet assurance that every element has been designed with you in mind. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Pilatusstrasse 29, 6003 Luzern, Switzerland +41 41 226 88 88 https://www.thaigarden-luzern.ch/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Perched above the storied vineyards of Bandol, Riva is a family-run sanctuary where Mediterranean elegance meets heartfelt hospitality. An open kitchen hums beneath sanded beams as Italian pottery warms a room that glows at sunset, setting the stage for a menu that migrates along the coastline from Liguria to Provence. Expect artful compositions such as artichoke à la barigoule with garlic-parsley cream, silken foie gras ravioli in a cappuccino-style duck consommé with seasonal mushrooms, and turbot with clams, roasted fennel, and a verdant spinach jus. With panoramic views and a menu that evolves with the seasons, Riva delivers a refined yet intimate experience designed for those who savor nuance, terroir, and the quiet luxury of time well spent. < Back Riva NOT YET RATED Mediterranean Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY Riva is the sort of address whispered between travelers who prefer provenance to pretense. Tucked within a classic Provençal village and framed by the sunlit sweep of the Bandol vineyards, the restaurant welcomes guests into a warm, color-washed interior where sanded beams and Italian pottery lend a cultivated, lived-in beauty. The open kitchen anchors the room with a soft theatricality: the gentle hush of whisk against copper, the perfume of fennel and thyme carried on a coastal breeze, the glow of flame that hints at something quietly exceptional to come. The culinary narrative here traces an elegant arc from Liguria to Provence, a seaside romance expressed on the plate. The kitchen composes each course with measured confidence—artichokes prepared à la barigoule, their tender hearts lifted by a whisper of garlic and parsley cream; foie gras folded into delicate ravioli, released into a cappuccino-style duck consommé that blooms with seasonal mushrooms; and turbot, pearlescent and poised, nestled alongside clams and roasted fennel, brushed with a luminous spinach jus. Each dish is an ode to restraint and clarity, where flavor is not forced but revealed. Riva’s hospitality—familial, discreet, impeccably timed—completes the experience. Service moves at the cadence of conversation, allowing flavors and views to unfold without rush. The wine list leans into Bandol’s pedigree while welcoming expressive bottles from Liguria and beyond, curating pairings that echo the kitchen’s maritime-temperate sensibility: saline brightness, herbal lift, a lingering mineral finish that feels like salt on sun-warmed skin. As the light shifts over the vineyards, the dining room takes on an intimate radiance. It is a place for lingering: a quiet celebration, a rare evening reclaimed for oneself, a rediscovery of how simple ingredients—artichoke, mushroom, fennel, the day’s best turbot—can become luxurious through attention and time. At Riva, luxury is not spectacle but serenity: the privilege of tasting the Mediterranean as the locals do, refined to a whisper, served with genuine warmth, and set against a panorama that renders words unnecessary. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 6 Rue Gabriel Péri, 83740 La Cadière-d'Azur, France +33 4 94 90 11 43 https://hotel-berard.com/fr/page/restaurant-gastronomique-var.12907.html#backlink:collection-4061 Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Beneath the city’s surface, The Sakai reveals a sanctuary of Japanese refinement, where Hiroshi Sakai’s omakase unfolds with quiet confidence and exquisite restraint. Seated at the sleek counter, guests witness an intimate ballet of knife work and nuance—rice warm and whisper-light, fish cut with reverence, seasoning tailored to the moment. A parallel vegan omakase speaks to the same rigor and grace, honoring seasonality and texture with equal finesse. Guided by a polished, genuinely warm front-of-house team, the experience is seamless and deeply personal—an elegant conversation between chef, guest, and the purity of exceptional ingredients. < Back The Sakai NOT YET RATED Japanese Contemporary RESTAURANT SUMMARY Descend to The Sakai and step into an atmosphere of studied calm, where the hum of the city yields to the hush of a meticulously composed dining room. The space is unapologetically minimalist—pared-back woods, sculpted light, and a counter that feels almost ceremonial—allowing every detail of the experience to come into crystalline focus. This is a sanctuary designed not for spectacle, but for attention, where the quiet becomes luxurious and time slows to the rhythm of the chef’s hands. At the helm, Hiroshi Sakai practices an art of restraint that reads as pure confidence. Each course in the omakase arrives as a distilled expression of taste and touch: rice tuned to an exacting temperature, fish sliced to release aroma at the moment you lift it to your lips, a brush of soy that feels like punctuation rather than prose. The choreography is intimate and transparent. From your seat at the counter, you watch precision made visible—knife gleam, rice fall, the almost-silent conversation between blade and board. The Sakai’s parallel vegan omakase is not an accommodation, but a statement of intent. It interprets the same principles—seasonality, texture, and balance—through vegetables, seaweeds, and delicate fermentations. A sliver of marinated tomato becomes unexpectedly profound; a feather-light tempura sings with minerality; a kombu-cured turnip carries a sweet, oceanic whisper. Each bite is designed to feel inevitable, as if it could only ever have been exactly this. The service is the final, essential instrument in this orchestra—refined, gracious, and quietly anticipatory. Glasses are refreshed without ceremony, preferences remembered without flourish. The cadence is unhurried and assured, giving every course room to resonate. For those who appreciate discretion and depth over fanfare, The Sakai offers more than a meal: it offers a masterclass in finesse, a private encounter with craft, and the lingering pleasure of elegance perfectly measured. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Hedderichstraße 69, 60596 Frankfurt am Main, Germany +49 69 89990330 http://www.the-sakai.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Set within a genteel early 20th-century villa, La Table du Saint-Christophe marries timeless elegance with a quietly contemporary culinary point of view. Sunlight pours through generous windows onto jewel-toned interiors, while a leafy garden terrace—shaded by parasols and framed by treelined flowerbeds—offers alfresco serenity in the warmer months. The kitchen celebrates appetising French tradition enlivened with modern touches, culminating in a signature lemon and passion fruit soufflé crowned with a sorbet of delicately fermented milk—an exquisite finale that lingers in memory. Attentive service, a polished wine program, and a sense of cultivated discretion make this a coveted address for those who prize refinement without ostentation. < Back La Table du Saint-Christophe NOT YET RATED Modern Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY La Table du Saint-Christophe is the kind of address whispered between those who cherish poise over pomp. Housed within a gracious early 20th-century villa, the restaurant’s spirit is one of cultivated intimacy: generous windows diffuse soft light across a palette of warm, saturated hues, while thoughtful art and textures lend a distinctive yet unforced elegance. The effect is immediate and disarming—luxury that feels lived-in, never staged. In the garden, the mood turns lyrical. Treelined flowerbeds and a canopy of parasols create a natural amphitheatre for long, sun-dappled lunches and candlelit dinners. The air carries the faint perfume of herbs and blossoms; glasses chime, conversation hums, and the pace settles into an unhurried cadence. It’s alfresco dining at its most civilized—private, abundant, and serenely green. The cuisine pays homage to French tradition while finding its own modern heartbeat. Plates arrive with a restrained confidence: pristine ingredients, precise seasoning, and subtle textural play. Expect the comfort of the familiar rendered anew—a golden crust yielding to tender meat, a silken sauce brightened by a whisper of citrus, garden vegetables coaxed into vivid expression. Each dish is composed to honor the palate rather than overwhelm it, a culinary language of clarity and grace. Dessert is a signature proclamation: the lemon and passion fruit soufflé, impossibly airy and fragrant, paired with a sorbet of fermented milk that brings a delicate tang and a quietly astonishing depth. It’s a finale that lingers—cool, ephemeral, and beautifully memorable. The cellar follows suit, with a polished selection of regional classics and nuanced discoveries, curated to underscore rather than upstage the plate. Service is deft, discreet, and assured—present at precisely the right moment, then gone. At La Table du Saint-Christophe, exclusivity is not announced; it is felt, in the generous spacing of tables, the hush of the garden, the confidence of a kitchen that knows exactly who it is. For the traveler in search of sincere refinement, this is a table worth crossing town—and seasons—to secure. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 1 Av. des Alcyons, 44500 La Baule-Escoublac, France +33 2 40 62 40 00 http://www.st-christophe.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Behind an unassuming door, Frau Specht invites discerning diners into an intimate living room-style sanctuary where modern minimalism meets warm, personal hospitality. Ring the bell and step into a world of culinary discretion: chef Dirk Brendel presents an ambitious seven-course surprise menu, elaborated with thoughtful petites bouchées, guided by the rhythm of the seasons and pristine market finds. Hostess Yvonne Specht curates impeccable pairings from an extensive international cellar, ensuring every course is precisely framed. With just a handful of tables and a small open kitchen, the experience feels exclusively yours—refined, quietly luxurious, and designed for those who savor nuance as much as flavor. < Back Frau Specht NOT YET RATED Seasonal Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY Frau Specht is a culinary secret shared in whispers: a discreet doorbell, a welcoming smile, and a softly lit interior that evokes a private salon. The design is modern and pared back, allowing space for the essentials—light, texture, and the gentle theater of an open kitchen. With only a handful of tables, the room breathes intimacy, offering the rare comfort of privacy without austerity. It is dining not as spectacle, but as a deliberately measured ritual. In the kitchen, chef Dirk Brendel crafts a seven-course surprise menu that is both classic in discipline and adventurous in spirit. Seasonal ingredients take center stage—spring’s tender shoots, summer’s sun-warmed fruit, autumn’s forest treasures, winter’s deep, resonant flavors—each presented with clarity and grace. The Mediterranean foundation is unmistakable, yet it’s animated by cosmopolitan accents: a whisper of citrus, a carefully judged spice, a broth that lingers with umami depth. Between courses, petite interludes appear, each a refined punctuation mark that highlights the chef’s sense of proportion and narrative. Guiding the experience is the eponymous hostess, Yvonne Specht, whose warmth and precision define the service. Her cellar is expansive and international, but never ostentatious; pairings are curated with instinct and rigor, illuminating unexpected harmonies. A saline white to lift a delicate crudo; a mature red to cradle a long-braised jus; a late-harvest note to trace the contours of a subtly bitter finish—each glass enhances the conversation between plate and palate. The atmosphere is that of an elegant home that happens to serve remarkable cuisine. The open kitchen offers a glimpse of quiet choreography, the clink of porcelain softened by attentive pacing and measured service. There is a sense of ease—no rush, no choreography performed for applause—just an unbroken flow of well-judged flavors and textures that invites reflection and delight. Frau Specht rewards guests who appreciate restraint and intention. It is the rare address where exclusivity is defined not by formality, but by mastery: seasonal cuisine rendered with confidence, service with a personal touch, and a wine list designed to accompany—not overshadow—the story on the plate. Ring the bell, and step into a dining experience that feels both intimately tailored and wonderfully timeless. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Dirk Brendel ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Westfalenstraße 104, 58453 Witten, Germany +49 2302 6713 http://hotel-restaurant-specht.de/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Schwane 1404, centuries of Franconian heritage meet a contemporary culinary vision in a storied setting that whispers of craftsmanship and quiet luxury. Within the historic walls of a 15th-century inn, the kitchen showcases the region’s bounty through refined, seasonal tasting menus—deftly balancing precision and soul. Expect immaculate plating, thoughtful textures, and a nuanced dance of acidity and minerality that nods to the celebrated vineyards surrounding Volkach. The service flows with discreet grace, while the cellar offers a tour of Franconia’s finest Silvaner and Spätburgunder alongside rare European icons. Intimate, candlelit spaces, warm timber, and soft stone create a cocoon of elegance—perfect for collectors of singular dining moments. At Schwane 1404, every course tells a story of place, patience, and polished restraint. < Back Schwane 1404 NOT YET RATED Country cooking RESTAURANT SUMMARY Step into Schwane 1404 and you feel time settle into a finer rhythm—an elegant interplay of history and modernity that elevates every sense. Housed in a meticulously preserved 15th-century inn, the restaurant marries patinated stone and hand-hewn timber with contemporary design notes, creating an atmosphere that is both gravely beautiful and invitingly warm. The candlelit glow and hushed acoustics draw you closer, framing the table as a private stage for a deeply considered culinary performance. The menu is a love letter to Franconia, rendered with cosmopolitan finesse. Seasonal tasting courses spotlight local river fish, forest mushrooms, and orchard fruits, each transformed through techniques that privilege purity of flavor. Emulsions whisper instead of shout, broths glow with layered clarity, and crisp elements punctuate silken textures. The kitchen’s restraint is its signature: a precise acidity to lift, a whisper of smoke to ground, and an herbaceous counterpoint that lingers like a remembered conversation. Wine is woven into the experience with true connoisseurship. The cellar champions Franconia’s mineral-driven Silvaner and elegant Spätburgunder, curated alongside benchmark producers from Burgundy, the Mosel, and beyond. Expert pairings reveal unexpected harmonies—a saline note illuminated by a taut white, a delicate sweetness coaxed forward by a late-harvest gem—each pour deepening the narrative of the plate. For collectors, rare allocations and verticals offer moments of genuine discovery. Service is quietly impeccable: anticipatory without intrusion, polished yet personal. Courses glide with unhurried confidence, allowing conversation to breathe and flavors to fully unfurl. Whether you dine beneath centuries-old beams or in a secluded salon, the ambiance nurtures a sense of occasion—romantic, contemplative, and distinctly exclusive. At Schwane 1404, the essence of place becomes an art form, and every detail—seen and unseen—conspires to make the evening unforgettable. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Mikey Adams ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Hauptstraße 12, 97332 Volkach, Germany +49 9381 80660 http://www.schwane.de/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Tucked amid the whispering vines of Pomerol, La Table de Catusseau offers a rarefied dining experience that marries vineyard tranquility with contemporary French finesse. Seasonal tasting menus draw deeply from Bordeaux’s terroir—silken sauces, pristine seafood, and garden-bright vegetables—each course choreographed to harmonize with the region’s most coveted wines. In an intimate, light-bathed dining room, discreet service and thoughtful pairings create a sense of hush and anticipation, turning every plate into a quiet revelation. < Back La Table de Catusseau NOT YET RATED Modern Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY La Table de Catusseau unfolds like a confidential address shared among those who cherish discretion as much as distinction. Set within the hallowed landscape of Pomerol, the restaurant captures the spirit of Bordeaux’s Right Bank—restrained, elegant, and deeply rooted in place. Arrive to a serene dining room where natural textures, linen-draped tables, and the soft glow of candlelight frame views of surrounding vines. The atmosphere is calm and unhurried, designed to make every conversation—and every sip—feel essential. The kitchen’s philosophy is guided by precision and restraint: flavors are pure, textures exacting, and seasonality is treated as a contract. Expect subtly luxurious compositions—line-caught fish lacquered with a delicate jus, tender game enlivened by woodland aromatics, and market vegetables brightened by gentle acidity and herbaceous lift. Sauces are crafted with the patience of a cellar master; there is depth without heaviness, and a sense of clarity that lets the region’s character rise to the surface. Wine service is the restaurant’s quiet superpower. The cellar pays special homage to Pomerol and neighboring Saint-Émilion, with verticals that reveal nuance across vintages and thoughtful selections from the broader Bordeaux mosaic. Sommeliers guide with grace, proposing pairings that feel inevitable the moment they touch the palate—silky Merlot meeting a truffled reduction, a vibrant white cutting through the sweetness of shellfish. For collectors, limited-release pours and off-menu discoveries add a thrill of exclusivity. Service is attentive in the manner of a well-rehearsed quartet: synchronized, almost invisible, yet immediately present when needed. Courses arrive in a gentle cadence that encourages contemplation. By evening’s end, what remains is a feeling of effortless luxury—of time stretched and senses sharpened—carried by the whisper of the vines outside. La Table de Catusseau is not merely a meal; it is Pomerol, translated to the plate with rare finesse. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 86 Rue de Catusseau, 33500 Pomerol, France +33 5 57 84 40 40 http://www.latabledecatusseau.fr/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Perle distills the romance of Paris into a refined Pasadena jewel, where Chef Dean Yasharian cooks with quiet confidence and crystalline technique. Vintage frames, mahogany tables, and a coffered wood ceiling set a warmly urbane stage for classics prepared with rigor—Burgundy snails glistening in herbed butter, silken pork pâté en croûte, and duck à l’orange over celery root purée. Dessert is essential: an ethereal Grand Marnier soufflé with crème fraîche ice cream and a glistening apple tarte Tatin deliver a finale of polished indulgence. This is an intimate address for those who prize craftsmanship over spectacle, and the enduring pleasure of French cuisine done exactly right. < Back Perle NOT YET RATED French RESTAURANT SUMMARY Perle is where Pasadena slips into something Parisian. The dining room hums with low, urbane warmth: vintage frames lining the walls, the gentle sheen of mahogany tables, and a coffered wood ceiling casting a flattering glow. It’s an intimate stage set for culinary classicism—not nostalgic, but disciplined; not fussy, but precise. Here, the promise of a true French bistro is realized with a restraint that feels luxurious in its confidence. Chef Dean Yasharian channels the spirit of Paris through technique rather than reinvention. Burgundy snails arrive nestled in emerald herbed butter, aromatic and gleaming, each bite a delicate interplay of earth and gloss. A silken pork pâté en croûte reveals exacting craft—clean lines, balanced seasoning, a pastry shell that shatters with a quiet, buttery sigh. Then, a master class in tradition: duck à l’orange, its skin lacquered and crisp, balanced by the gentle sweetness of citrus and the grounded elegance of celery root purée. The rhythm of service is unhurried and attentive, inviting conversation and contemplation. Wines lean French, of course, with thoughtful selections that elevate rather than overwhelm. A mineral-driven white brings clarity to the snails’ richness; a poised Burgundy or Rhône lends depth to the duck. The experience feels intimate and carefully edited, as if each detail were chosen to heighten pleasure rather than call attention to itself. Dessert is an inevitability, not an afterthought. The Grand Marnier soufflé rises with poised drama, its citrus perfume meeting a cool ribbon of crème fraîche ice cream. The apple tarte Tatin delivers caramel gloss and tender fruit beneath a pastry with a measured, buttery snap—comfort, refined. Perle is a sanctuary for those who value the enduring grace of classic French cuisine, executed with deft hands and quiet luxury. It is the kind of address one returns to, knowing that what awaits is not novelty, but perfection. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Attilio Galli ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 43 Union St, Pasadena, CA 91103 +1 626-460-8819 https://www.perlerestaurant.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Au Fil du Zinc, the rhythm of the Serein river sets a refined tempo for a meal that celebrates Burgundy’s terroir with quiet confidence. Tucked in the heart of Chablis, this contemporary sanctuary blends Japanese-influenced precision with classic French technique, transforming impeccable seasonal produce into dishes of striking clarity and depth. Expect silken sauces, luminous broths, and exquisitely balanced flavors, all framed by a minimalist aesthetic that lets the ingredients speak. The wine program, anchored by rare and storied Chablis crus, is curated with grace to echo each course’s nuance. Intimate yet effortless, Au Fil du Zinc offers the kind of understated luxury that invites lingering—where the play of light on water, the fragrance of beurre noisette, and the promise of a perfectly poised pairing compose a memory long after the final pour. < Back Au Fil du Zinc NOT YET RATED Modern Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY Au Fil du Zinc is a study in modern Burgundy—elegant, understated, and quietly extraordinary. Nestled along the Serein in the heart of Chablis, the restaurant’s contemporary lines and natural textures draw the eye to the river’s silvered current. Inside, the ambiance is intentionally hushed, a sanctuary where polished wood, sculptural light, and hushed conversations set the stage for cuisine that privileges clarity over complication. The kitchen’s philosophy is one of restraint and precision. Seasonal produce, pristine fish, and noble cuts arrive with a luminosity that speaks to careful sourcing and an intuitive sense of timing. The plates are composed with almost architectural discipline: a whisper of smoked beurre blanc; a shard of crisp buckwheat for texture; a velouté that grazes the palate like silk. Japanese inflections—a dashi-like transparency, a knife-work exactness—meet French terroir in dishes that feel both deeply rooted and wonderfully fresh. Wine, naturally, is a central character. The cellar glides through the villages and crus of Chablis with scholarly poise, from taut, saline petillance to grand cru wines of quiet power. Pairings are thoughtful rather than theatrical, designed to reveal dimension: a mineral-laced Chablis that lifts a delicate scallop, a mature bottle whose subdued richness cozies up to a sauce monté. The team guides with discretion, attuned to guests who savor nuance and seek discovery. What makes Au Fil du Zinc singular is the harmony of its elements—the whispering river, the sensitive cooking, the seamless service—each amplifying the other without a misplaced note. This is luxury expressed as balance: a table that lets time stretch, flavors that unfold with patience, and a sense of place distilled into every sip and bite. In Chablis, where the soil and stone are legend, Au Fil du Zinc translates terroir into an experience that feels both intimate and inevitable—an elegant thread you’ll wish to follow again. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Mathieu Sagardoytho ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 18 Rue des Moulins, 89800 Chablis, France +33 3 86 33 96 39 http://www.aufilduzinc.fr/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Kisser distills the quiet thrill of contemporary Japanese dining into an intimate, chef-driven experience where every detail hums with intention. Seasonal fish, pristine produce, and heirloom grains are coaxed to life over precise flame and cool steel, yielding dishes that are both minimalist and deeply emotive—think silken sashimi, lacquered skewers, and immaculate tempura that crackles like fine porcelain. The room glows with understated warmth: pale wood, low light, and the soft murmur of guests who understand that the luxury here is focus—on craft, on season, on the joy of what’s in the glass. With thoughtful sake and rare spirits curations, Kisser invites you to linger, savor, and surrender to a rhythm where time seems to slow, and flavor becomes memory. < Back Kisser NOT YET RATED Japanese RESTAURANT SUMMARY Kisser is the kind of dining room that reveals itself in whispers rather than declarations. Step inside and the world lowers its voice: pale woods, graceful lines, and a measured glow that bathes the room in a flattering hush. It feels like a secret shared between friends—quiet, luminous, and utterly deliberate. The chefs work with a painter’s restraint, letting season and texture lead the conversation, and the result is a procession of dishes that speak softly yet land with remarkable clarity. The culinary philosophy at Kisser is rooted in precision and patience. Fish is selected for its purity and cut with a tender understanding of grain; a lick of binchotan elevates skewers to a perfumed, smoky sigh; vegetables arrive at their own perfect cadence, whether quick-kissed by flame or left raw and shimmering with citrus. Tempura shatters with the delicacy of spun sugar, while rice—steamed, seasoned, or gently vinegared—becomes a quiet anchor for the meal’s arc. Each plate is composed, but never fussy; the luxury lies in restraint and the confidence to do just enough. The beverage program deepens the narrative. A curated sake list traces a path from feather-light and floral to structured and savory, matched with rare whiskies and minimal-intervention wines that echo the kitchen’s clarity. Pour service is attentive yet unhurried, inviting guests to consider the interplay between texture and temperature—how a chilled junmai heightens the sweetness of roe, or a smoky pour coaxes warmth from a lacquered eel. It’s hospitality as choreography: subtle, precise, and designed to disappear into your experience. At Kisser, exclusivity is not spectacle, but serenity. Reservations are prized for good reason—the room is intimate, the pacing measured, and the cooking anchored in a devotion to seasonality that will not be rushed. Each visit feels singular, tuned to the moment’s best ingredients and the chef’s evolving mood. By evening’s end, you leave with the sense of having tasted something honest and rare: food that respects silence, honors craft, and lingers like a beautiful, unguarded conversation. For discerning travelers who collect restaurants the way others collect art, Kisser is a piece worth crossing a city for—an elegant meditation on Japanese technique and Texan season, delivered with grace, nuance, and the gentle thrill of discovery. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Brian Lea ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 747 Douglas Ave, Nashville, TN 37207 http://www.kisserrestaurant.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Sadelle’s transforms the art of breakfast and brunch into a polished ritual, where hand-rolled bagels arrive warm and lacquered, smoked fish glistens like jewelry, and caviar is poured with effortless grace. Beneath the glow of cut-glass chandeliers and the hush of crisp linen, the experience unfolds at a leisurely tempo—champagne flutes chiming softly, citrus zest perfuming the air, and impeccable service guiding the table with quiet intuition. It’s an ode to New York’s grand cafés, refined and modern, designed for those who savor the elegance of morning with the indulgence of afternoon. < Back Sadelle’s NOT YET RATED Jewish Appetizing RESTAURANT SUMMARY At Sadelle’s, the day begins not merely with breakfast, but with a sense of ceremony. The room—a study in soft light, gleaming mirrors, and discreet glamour—invites an unhurried pause, where conversation carries and the clink of crystal is a gentle metronome. There is a subtle nostalgia here, reminiscent of New York’s golden cafés, yet everything feels crisply contemporary: perfectly folded napery, gleaming tiered stands, and a quiet choreography that makes luxury feel effortless. The menu elevates comfort into craft. Freshly baked bagels—glossy, warm, and delicately chewy—arrive like gifts, joined by smoked salmon carved with jeweler’s precision and a constellation of accompaniments: briny capers, translucent red onion, herbed cream cheese, and vivid citrus. A caviar service sets the tone for more indulgence, while omelets, salads, and towering French toast reinterpret classics with culinary finesse and an eye for detail. The bakery counter tempts with sugared crullers and feather-light pastries, each a small performance of texture and restraint. Service at Sadelle’s is calmly assured, a quiet confidence that anticipates needs without intruding. Champagne and Bellinis glide to the table as if carried on a whisper. Coffee is poured at the exact moment you want it. Platters are composed with painterly elegance, designed to be shared, lingered over, and admired as much as tasted. This is brunch as a social art—convivial yet composed, relaxed yet impeccably framed. Whether you are beginning a luminous weekend or reshaping the midday with grace, Sadelle’s offers a rare kind of escape: a sanctuary where time dilates and simple pleasures become extraordinary. It is a place to mark occasions both grand and quiet—to toast the moment with something sparkling, to savor the beauty of a perfect bagel, and to leave with the feeling that the day has been elevated, in every sense, by design. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Various ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 463 W Broadway, New York, NY 10012 +1 212-254-3000 https://www.sadelles.com/?utm_medium=Click&utm_source=GoogleMyBusiness Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Le Chicoula, bistrot d’Art, gastronomy meets gallery—each plate a composition of color, texture, and terroir, crafted with quiet confidence and unwavering precision. The mood is intimate and cultured: softly lit banquettes, curated artworks, and a poised service rhythm that lets conversation breathe. Expect lucid, seasonal flavors—line-caught fish brushed with herb oil, market vegetables in velvet emulsions, slow-cooked meats with mineral-rich jus—presented with painterly restraint. A thoughtful wine list leans into small estates and distinguished appellations, with pairings that illuminate subtlety over swagger. Here, luxury is felt in the hush between courses, the lift of a lemon blossom on the nose, and the warmth of a final pour that lingers like the last note of a sonata. < Back Le Chicoula, bistrot d'Art NOT YET RATED Modern Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY Le Chicoula, bistrot d’Art, is where culinary craftsmanship and cultured ambience converge with effortless grace. The dining room glows with a refined, gallery-like serenity: pared-back lines, organic textures, and considered lighting that flatters both plate and guest. Art adorns the walls in quiet dialogue with the cuisine, setting a tone of sophisticated ease. From the first greeting, service unfolds with discreet fluency—attentive to nuance, alert to pace, and always calibrated to the moment. In the kitchen, the team composes dishes like canvases, privileging clarity and seasonality over excess. A whisper of citrus lifts the brininess of a line-caught fillet; garden herbs add verdant brightness to silken sauces; slow-braised cuts yield to the fork beneath glistening, mineral-rich jus. Textures are orchestrated with finesse—crisp petals against velvet purées, delicate tuile against satin custard—while temperatures arrive precise, each bite delivering a measured crescendo of flavor. The wine program reflects a collector’s sensibility and a host’s generosity. Expect a tightly curated roster of small growers and storied appellations, poured with insight and a light touch. Pairings amplify detail rather than dominate: a saline, flinty white that sharpens oceanic notes; an elegant, finely grained red that coaxes depth from roasted roots and aged reductions. By-the-glass selections invite exploration, while reserve bottles promise rewarding detours for the curious palate. Le Chicoula’s true luxury lies in the equilibrium it sustains: high craft without theatrics, intimacy without austerity, a sense of place elevated by an artist’s eye. Each course advances like a gallery walk—deliberate, sensorial, and quietly revelatory—culminating in desserts that hum with restrained sweetness and impeccable balance. For the traveler who values experiences as much as destinations, this is a table that invites lingering conversation, reflective pleasure, and the memory of flavors that feel both modern and timeless. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 22 Rue de Cursol, 33000 Bordeaux, France +33 6 52 40 64 54 http://www.lechicoula.fr/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Te Koop in Tilburg, culinary artistry meets quiet sophistication, offering discerning guests a serene stage for modern Dutch gastronomy. The kitchen crafts seasonal tasting menus that spotlight Brabant’s finest produce, transforming familiar ingredients into elegant, conversation-worthy compositions. Expect thoughtful pacing, featherlight sauces, and textures that shift from silken to delicately crisp, each course framed by an impeccable wine program that favors precision over spectacle. Intimate lighting, tactile linens, and a composed, discreet service style set the tone for an evening that feels genuinely personal—exclusive not by attitude, but by attention. For travelers who collect experiences as much as flavors, Te Koop is a confidant worth discovering, where restraint, clarity, and quiet confidence define luxury. < Back Te Koop in Tilburg NOT YET RATED International RESTAURANT SUMMARY Te Koop welcomes you with the poise of a private gallery—softly lit, artfully composed, and quietly certain of its allure. The room breathes; light settles on pale woods and fine textures, while a measured hush allows conversation to unfold at its own unhurried tempo. It is a sanctuary for those who prefer elegance that whispers rather than declares, where the first sip and the first glance promise an evening of deliberate, thoughtful pleasure. In the kitchen, modern Dutch cuisine is rendered with a meticulous hand and a painter’s eye. Brabant’s seasons are the muse: North Sea fish dressed in delicate citrus and herb oil, garden vegetables captured at their peak and offset by cultured cream or a nimble vinaigrette, game and pasture-raised meats treated with reverence, their richness refined by bright, herbaceous counterpoints. Sauces arrive featherlight yet resonant, reductions are polished to a subtle sheen, and every plate balances texture—silken purées, glassy tuiles, barely warm pickles—so that each bite lands with clarity and grace. The tasting menu is the preferred path, a narrative constructed in precise, elegant chapters. A chilled amuse awakens the palate; a warm, savory course hums with quiet intensity; a pre-dessert resets with a whisper of acidity. Wines are curated with restraint and intelligence, favoring producers who value terroir and tension. Expect pairings that stretch beyond the obvious—lithe Alpine whites, finely structured Burgundy, and deftly chosen Dutch bottles that stand as a confident nod to place—each pour aligning with the kitchen’s focus on nuance. Service is polished, attentive, and never performative. Details are anticipated without ceremony: a discreet recalibration of glassware, the softened pour of sauce table-side, the fluent explanation of a foraged garnish. The sensory arc is measured—linen that’s pleasing to touch, porcelain with a subtle mattness, the gentle lift of aromatics that arrive just ahead of the plate. It is luxury expressed through composure and care. Te Koop is special because it understands that true exclusivity lies in intention. For the well-traveled guest, it offers not a spectacle but a rare calm—a place where craft, season, and sensibility meet. Here, Tilburg is reframed as a destination, and dinner becomes a beautifully edited memory, the kind one revisits long after the final, delicate crumb has disappeared. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Robin ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Jan Pietersz. Coenstraat 71, 5018 CP Tilburg, Netherlands +31 13 577 1137 http://www.tekoopintilburg.nl/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Tucked within a lovingly preserved half-timbered inn, Landgasthof zum Adler distills the soul of the Black Forest into an elegant, deeply comforting dining experience. This family-run haven marries heritage and finesse: time-honored regional dishes—like succulent Zwiebelrostbraten crowned with sweet, bronzed onions—share the stage with a thoughtful set menu that might glide from silken Arctic char to a Riesling-kissed sauce and delicate julienne vegetables. Candlelit warmth, attentive service, and cottage-chic guestrooms create a cocoon of rural luxury, inviting discerning travelers to linger over impeccable pairings and the quiet pleasure of food made with devotion. < Back Landgasthof zum Adler NOT YET RATED Country cooking RESTAURANT SUMMARY In the heart of the Black Forest, Landgasthof zum Adler offers a rare convergence of rustic charm and polished gastronomy. Housed in a centuries-old half-timbered building, the restaurant exudes an intimate sense of place—timbers burnished with history, candlelight soft across linened tables, and the comforting hush of a dining room that understands how to let conversation and cuisine take the lead. It is the kind of refuge that feels discovered rather than booked, a quietly luxurious address for those who treasure authenticity elevated by finesse. The menu celebrates the region with a confident, contemporary touch. Generous, deeply savory Zwiebelrostbraten arrives with onions caramelized to a glossy sweetness, the beef tender and aromatic, a tribute to culinary heritage. Alongside these classics, the daily set menu reveals a more delicate hand: Arctic char with pearlescent flesh, its richness brightened by a precise Riesling sauce; julienne vegetables that retain snap and fragrance; house-made pasta with an elegant, silken bite. Each plate is grounded in memory yet composed with modern restraint—flavors clear, textures balanced, and presentation quietly beautiful. Service is attentive without intrusion, attuned to the gentle cadence of a leisurely evening. The team’s recommendations—often artisanal producers and small-batch Rieslings—reflect an insider’s knowledge of Baden-Württemberg’s vineyards. Glasses shimmer with minerality and orchard fruit, weaving in and out of each course with effortless harmony. There is a sense that every detail has been considered, from the warmth of the bread to the measured timing between plates, ensuring each moment feels unhurried and personal. For those who wish to linger, the guesthouse and cottage-style rooms extend the experience into a serene overnight escape. Exposed beams, soft textiles, and morning light filtering through panes invite a final indulgence: waking in the countryside with the memory of last night’s dinner still glowing. At Landgasthof zum Adler, tradition is not preserved under glass—it’s lived, refined, and served with grace, offering the well-traveled a genuine Black Forest table dressed in quiet luxury. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Am Anger 1, 36169 Rasdorf, Germany +49 6651 422 https://www.zum-landgasthof-adler.de/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS