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At Han Dynasty, classic Sichuan tradition is elevated into an artful, modern ritual designed for discerning palates. The kitchen orchestrates a symphony of heat, fragrance, and finesse—where tingly peppercorns bloom into citrusy sparkle, silken mapo tofu smolders with depth, and dan dan noodles arrive with a measured, addictive fire. Polished service, dimly lit elegance, and a curated baijiu and wine program invite languid conversation and celebratory evenings. From chef’s tastings that chart the regional spice matrix to lavish platters layered with textures and aromatics, Han Dynasty transforms the bold soul of Chengdu into a chic, cosmopolitan experience. It’s a destination for travelers who collect memories by the plate: precise, thrilling, and indelibly delicious. < Back Han Dynasty NOT YET RATED Korean RESTAURANT SUMMARY Han Dynasty brings the storied drama of Sichuan cuisine into a refined, cosmopolitan frame—where powerfully expressive flavors meet silk-smooth execution. The dining room glows with a low, amber light that flatters conversation and heightens anticipation; lacquered woods and elegant textures set the stage for a menu that balances bravado with nuance. It’s an atmosphere made for patrons who appreciate the choreography of an evening: the discreet rhythm of service, the perfectly timed crescendo of courses, the satisfying hush that follows a revelatory bite. Here, the Sichuan peppercorn is not merely an ingredient but a narrative device—bright, floral, and gently electric. Classics arrive with exquisite calibration: dan dan noodles tangled with sesame and spice; mapo tofu shimmering in a crimson lacquer that tastes as complex as it looks; dry-pot preparations that crackle with aromatics, smoke, and a clean, buoyant heat. Each plate is a study in contrasts—chill and fire, silk and crunch, restraint and indulgence—anchored by pristine sourcing and a confident culinary hand. For those seeking a more curated journey, the chef’s tasting channels the great banquet traditions of China through a contemporary lens. Courses progress with purposeful cadence, from delicate, garden-fresh cold dishes to richly layered mains that invite pairing with thoughtfully selected wines, craft cocktails, or a flight of aged baijiu. The staff speaks the language of hospitality fluently, guiding guests through spice levels and textures with poise, ensuring every table feels both cared for and intriguingly challenged. Han Dynasty is an essential stop for the traveler who values sensation and structure in equal measure. It is a place to linger, to taste, to discover the grandeur of Sichuan without sacrificing the polish of a modern luxury dining room. The result is a rare equilibrium: a meal that thrills with intensity, then resolves into tranquility—leaving you with a glow that lingers long after the final course. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Han Chiang & Lung Lung ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 90 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10003 +1 212-390-8685 http://handynasty.net/east-village/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Discreetly nestled near Sangubashi, Asaya is a refined sanctuary where Japan’s seasonal bounty is interpreted with quiet confidence and exquisite restraint. The experience unfolds across a serene counter and a handful of intimate seats, each course choreographed to highlight nuance—subtle smoke from binchotan, the briny brightness of peak-condition sashimi, the comforting warmth of perfectly polished rice. Service is hushed and attentive, the pacing unhurried, and the craftsmanship evident in every small detail—from hand-thrown ceramics to the delicate brush of yuzu over pristine seafood. Ideal for those who value understatement over spectacle, Asaya invites you to linger in the space between flavors, textures, and time, emerging with a renewed appreciation for the art of simplicity elevated to the extraordinary. < Back Sangubashi Asaya NOT YET RATED Unagi RESTAURANT SUMMARY Sangubashi Asaya is the kind of address whispered among those who collect rare dining memories. Tucked quietly near the wooded calm of Meiji’s fringe, it offers a retreat from Tokyo’s exuberance—an intimate room bathed in warm, natural light and the soft grain of a polished counter. The design is measured and meticulous, crafted to let the senses focus: the faint crackle of binchotan, the scent of citrus zest awakened at the last moment, the hush of attentive service that anticipates rather than interrupts. Here, seasonality is not a concept but a rhythm. The menu evolves with the market’s early-morning whispers: sweet, milky uni at its zenith; snapper with a clean, mineral finish; mountain vegetables that taste of cool streams and spring sunlight. Rice is treated reverently, each grain discernible, and broths shimmer with depth—clarity without austerity. Courses arrive with a gentle cadence that allows each flavor to unfold before yielding to the next, like pages turned with deliberate care. Craftsmanship is the restaurant’s quiet signature. Fish is cut to the angle that best accentuates its texture, garnish is employed as a thought not an ornament, and heat is judged by ear and instinct as much as by time. The ceramics reflect the seasons as poignantly as the ingredients: smoky charcoal glazes for autumn, soft celadon for spring, each piece selected to frame the dish without stealing its voice. Even the sake and wine pairing is contemplative, connecting alpine minerality and umami-rich depth with the menu’s ebb and flow. Exclusivity at Asaya is born not of posture but of perspective. The room holds only a few, the counter even fewer, ensuring a sense of privacy that feels like a favor well-earned. Conversations soften, and the city recedes. What remains is a luxurious simplicity—an invitation to notice small perfections and the serenity they create. For travelers who cherish authenticity refined to its essence, Sangubashi Asaya delivers an experience that lingers, like the last, elegant finish of a beautifully aged sake. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Akira Ogiwara ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Japan, 〒151-0053 Tokyo, Shibuya, Yoyogi, 4-chōme−6−５ AandUビル 1F https://www.instagram.com/sanguubashi.asaya/?hl=ja Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Brass Heart is an intimate sanctuary for discerning diners who savor culinary craft at its highest expression. In a softly lit room where every detail is intentional, the chef guides guests through a precisely choreographed tasting menu that evolves with the seasons—each course a quiet revelation of texture, temperature, and terroir. Expect rarefied ingredients handled with restraint and confidence, elegant plating that invites contemplation, and service that anticipates your needs without intruding. With thoughtful wine pairings, artful non-alcoholic options, and a palpable sense of occasion, Brass Heart transforms dinner into a serene, multi-sensory rite—memorable, deeply personal, and unmistakably Chicago. < Back Brass Heart NOT YET RATED New American RESTAURANT SUMMARY Brass Heart welcomes you with the hush of a private salon—polished, intimate, and purposefully understated to let the cuisine take the lead. Flickers of candlelight play across burnished metal accents, linen-draped tables, and a measured hum of conversation that never competes with the plate. It is an atmosphere designed for focus: the theatre of the kitchen just within view, the cadence of service precise and unhurried, the promise that the evening will unfold like a beautifully written score. The tasting menu is a study in restraint and confidence, weaving modern technique with a reverence for pristine product. Each course arrives as a thoughtful vignette: a whisper of smoke, a flash of citrus lifted over velvety textures, a crisp shard yielding to a silken center. Rare and seasonal ingredients—shellfish at their briny peak, heritage meats, luminous vegetables—are handled with clarity, allowing their character to shine. Nothing is extraneous; everything has purpose, and every bite carries a sense of narrative continuity from first amuse to final confection. Hospitality here is nuanced and deeply attuned. The team reads the room like seasoned sommeliers read a cellar—anticipating, calibrating, and tailoring the experience so it feels indivisibly yours. Wine pairings span storied Old World appellations and small-production darlings, chosen for texture and tone as much as flavor. For those seeking a different tempo, the non-alcoholic pairings mirror the menu’s arc with layered infusions and house ferments that are as complex as they are beautiful in the glass. At Brass Heart, luxury is not signposted; it is sensed. It’s the quiet confidence of a course arriving at precisely the right moment. The way a sauce barely glazes, then blooms on the palate. The final sweet—a delicate echo of earlier notes—closing the loop with grace. For celebrations, for courtship, for the pure pleasure of being exquisitely looked after, Brass Heart offers a singular Chicago evening: intimate, impeccably paced, and emotionally resonant long after the last glass is set down. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Norman Fenton ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 511 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102 +1 415-558-9991 https://www.patxispizza.com/Location/HayesValley Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Set within a tranquil Belgian manor, Lafarques distills the grace of Wallonia into a poised culinary experience where terroir-led creativity meets classic technique. Seasonal produce from trusted artisans is transformed into plates of quiet brilliance—precise, elegant, and deeply flavorful—complemented by a cellar curated for nuanced, memorable pairings. Candlelit rooms, attentive yet unintrusive service, and a rhythm that invites conversation create an atmosphere of cultivated ease, ideal for intimate celebrations and discerning travelers who value detail, discretion, and genuine hospitality. < Back Lafarques NOT YET RATED Classic Cuisine RESTAURANT SUMMARY Lafarques unfolds within a gracious Belgian manor, where time seems to slow and conversation settles into a measured, unhurried cadence. From the first step across the threshold, there is a sense of refinement without theatrics—linen-draped tables bathed in soft light, the hush of the garden just beyond, and a welcome that feels both polished and personal. It is a setting that prioritizes calm over clamor, making each course feel like an invitation rather than an exhibition. In the kitchen, seasonal terroir is the quiet star. Artisan producers and foraged elements guide a menu that favors clarity and balance over ornamentation. Silken sauces, immaculate reductions, and impeccably handled seafood and game reveal a chef’s hand attuned to both precision and restraint. Each plate arrives with an understated confidence—textures that hum in harmony, temperatures perfectly judged, and seasoning that gently lifts the natural character of each ingredient. The cellar—curated with the same thoughtfulness—offers an international perspective anchored by European classics and rising growers. Pairings are insightful rather than ostentatious, designed to echo the architecture of the cuisine: a mineral whisper to heighten shellfish, a poised Burgundy to envelop delicate poultry, or an aged Armagnac to coax depth from a final chocolate flourish. The sommellerie is attentive and intuitive, guiding without overshadowing. Service, meanwhile, is the restaurant’s quiet signature. Courses glide with impeccable timing, allergies and preferences are handled with grace, and every gesture feels purposeful. The ambiance—candle glow, restrained artworks, and the murmured rustle of the dining room—creates a sanctuary for those who travel in search of flavor and finesse, not spectacle. Lafarques is a destination for discerning diners who appreciate elegance polished to a soft sheen: a place where the luxury lies in the details, the serenity of the setting, and a meal that lingers long after the last sip. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Chemin Des Douys 20, 4860 Pepinster Goffontaine, Belgium +32 87 84 01 77 http://www.lafarques.be/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Elizabeth’s, refinement unfolds in a softly lit dining room where each course arrives like a whispered secret. The chef’s seasonal tasting menu is a study in restraint and revelation—elegant plates layered with delicate textures, clean flavors, and unexpected grace notes. Attentive yet unobtrusive service guides guests through rare wines, bespoke pairings, and thoughtful non-alcoholic infusions, elevating the evening from dinner to ritual. For those who appreciate quiet luxury, Elizabeth’s offers a haven of calm and precision, where time stretches and each detail feels exquisitely considered. It’s an intimate address for discerning palates seeking a modern, soulful expression of hospitality. < Back Elizabeth’s NOT YET RATED Café RESTAURANT SUMMARY Elizabeth’s invites guests into a world of measured elegance, where the cadence of the evening is as carefully orchestrated as the cuisine. A dusky glow settles over plush banquettes and polished wood, while the gentle hush of conversation underscores a sense of privacy and ease. From the first welcome, it’s clear that the experience has been curated for those who value discretion, craft, and the lingering pleasure of an unhurried meal. The tasting menu is the heart of Elizabeth’s—a narrative of the season told through impeccable sourcing and thoughtful technique. Dishes arrive with graceful restraint: a satin-smooth velouté perfumed with herbs from a nearby garden; line-caught fish kissed by citrus and shimmering with a barely-there glaze; a slow-roasted loin, fragrant with smoked pepper and finished with a whisper of jus. Each plate reveals a fine balance of temperature, texture, and aroma—crisp against supple, bright against savory—inviting the palate to lean in and listen. Wine service is equally considered, with a cellar that favors small producers, limited allocations, and vintages chosen for nuance rather than spectacle. Sommeliers move with quiet confidence, tailoring pairings that both illuminate and surprise—mineral-driven whites that lift oceanic notes, velvet reds echoing depth and warmth, and elegant alcohol-free pairings that hum with botanicals and gentle spice. It is not the grandeur of excess but the luxury of perfect fit, glass by glass. Amid these details, hospitality breathes. The team anticipates needs before they are spoken, adjusting pace to suit conversation, celebrating milestones with understated ceremony, and ensuring that each table feels unmistakably its own. At Elizabeth’s, exclusivity is defined not by ostentation but by intimacy: a sanctuary for epicures who seek beauty in precision, solace in calm, and the quiet thrill of culinary mastery revealed one luminous course at a time. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Bryon Peck ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 601 Gallier St, New Orleans, LA 70117 +1 504-944-9272 https://elizabethsrestaurantnola.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Housed within Villa Fontanafredda’s storied estate, Guidoristorante embodies the evolution of Italian dining through purity of ingredients and faultless restraint. The Alciati family’s pioneering philosophy lives on in Ugo’s supremely calibrated kitchen and Piero’s polished service, where regional Piedmontese treasures are treated with reverence. Signature plin—pinched agnolotti brimming with savory meat and garden vegetables, glossed in a silken roast sauce—anchors a menu that celebrates texture, nuance, and the quiet luxury of doing less, impeccably. In rooms that balance austere elegance and contemporary warmth, guests savor pairings from an extraordinary cellar shaped by decades of connoisseurship, surrounded by the vineyards that define Italy’s most fabled reds. < Back Guidoristorante NOT YET RATED Piedmontese RESTAURANT SUMMARY At Guidoristorante, the soul of Piedmont is distilled into a dining experience of rare clarity. Set within Villa Fontanafredda, the restaurant channels a lineage that reshaped Italian cuisine, favoring immaculate regional produce and disciplined technique over ornament. The result is luxury in its most discreet form: restrained, poised, and profoundly delicious. In the kitchen, Ugo translates the Alciati ethos into plates that whisper rather than shout. Flavors are heightened by precision and time—stocks deeply reduced, vegetables treated with tenderness, meats coaxed to their most expressive state. The iconic plin remains an emblem of the house: delicate agnolotti pinched by hand, filled with a savory mosaic of meats and greens, then cloaked in a velvety jus that lingers with umami and comfort. Each bite is a masterclass in proportion and texture, where simplicity reveals an almost orchestral depth. The dining rooms, all old-world grace with modern accents, evoke a quietly cinematic mood. An elegant fireplace adds contemporary warmth to panelled spaces, while linen-dressed tables and hushed lighting frame the choreography of service. Piero’s front-of-house is polished and personal, anticipating needs with an ease that feels intuitive rather than formal. It is hospitality as art—attentive, unhurried, and wholly devoted to the guest’s pleasure. From the cellar, a remarkable selection celebrates the Langhe’s noble expressions—Barolo and Barbaresco in thrilling verticals—alongside Italian and international icons. Pairings are crafted with a curator’s eye, aligning mineral structure and tannin with the menu’s savory depth. The experience culminates not in spectacle but in resonance: a lingering sense of place, a memory of textures and aromas, and the quiet certainty that you have encountered a chapter of Italian culinary history—alive, evolving, and flawlessly refined. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Via Alba, 15, 12050 Fontanafredda CN, Italy +39 0173 626162 http://www.guidoristorante.it/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Métier is a hushed, gallery-like sanctuary where Chef Eric Ziebold composes an ambitious tasting menu that blends global influences with contemporary American finesse. Guests are enveloped by serene, minimalist design, attentive service, and a voyeur’s view into the kitchen’s choreography. Expect brilliantly layered plates—like a refined cassoulet riff with flageolet bean purée, pork jowl croquette, and Santa Barbara uni—culminating in singular flourishes such as aji dulce pepper sorbet, harvested from the restaurant’s Virginia garden. Dessert rises to a crescendo with double-fermented chocolate ganache, satin-smooth and balanced by toasted fennel–crème anglaise. Métier is an intimate, once-in-a-moment experience crafted for those who seek culinary precision, narrative depth, and discreet luxury in the heart of Washington, D.C. < Back Métier NOT YET RATED Contemporary RESTAURANT SUMMARY Métier reveals itself with the quiet confidence of a private gallery, its spare, sleek lines framing an intimate stage for culinary artistry. The room glows softly, encouraging a serene focus: the snap of stemware, the whisper of linen, the measured ballet of service. A window onto the kitchen offers an elegant prelude, a glimpse of the meticulous choreography that will unfold across each course. Chef Eric Ziebold’s tasting menu is a refined conversation between global inspiration and contemporary American sensibility. Dishes arrive with a sense of purpose and poise—precise, beautifully proportioned, and layered with nuance. A modern riff on cassoulet becomes a study in texture and depth: silken flageolet bean purée warmed by the richness of a crisp pork jowl croquette, then lifted by the maritime grace of Santa Barbara uni. The palate is guided, never rushed, each bite an intentional movement in a larger symphony. What distinguishes Métier is the intimacy of its sourcing and the clarity of its flavors. A crowning flourish—a sorbet of aji dulce peppers grown in the restaurant’s Virginia garden—speaks to a deep reverence for seasonality and terroir. It arrives as a cool, aromatic echo, a gentle, unexpected bridge from savory to sweet that lingers with pepper-kissed perfume. Dessert is crafted as a final act of restraint and indulgence in equal measure. The double-fermented chocolate ganache is astonishingly smooth, a satin ribbon of cacao layered with toasted fennel–crème anglaise that adds warmth, lift, and anise-kissed intrigue. Throughout, service remains gracefully attentive, anticipating needs with quiet precision. Métier is more than a meal; it is an elegant immersion designed for discerning guests who cherish craftsmanship, subtle theater, and the rare calm of true culinary mastery. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Métier: Not Available ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 1015 7th St NW, Washington, DC 20001 +1 202-737-7500 http://metierdc.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At LAmbéric, modern French cuisine unfurls with Riviera ease and polished precision, inviting discerning palates into a world where luminous flavors and impeccable craft converge. The kitchen’s devotion to seasonal terroir is expressed in quietly daring compositions—silken sauces lifted by citrus blossom, line-caught fish kissed by saffron and fennel pollen—each plate an intimate dialogue between land, sea, and time. Guests are welcomed into a serene, light-bathed dining room where linen-draped tables, artful ceramics, and attentive service set the rhythm for an evening of effortless elegance. An expertly curated cellar highlights Old World treasures and nimble new producers, with pairings that reveal fine-boned nuance and velvet depth. For those who prize discretion, beauty, and sensory finesse, LAmbéric offers a rarefied culinary passage, lingering in memory long after the final sip. < Back LAmbéric NOT YET RATED French RESTAURANT SUMMARY LAmbéric is a study in restrained luxury—an intimate address where modern French cuisine finds its Riviera cadence. From the moment you arrive, there’s a hush of anticipation: candlelit gleam on porcelain, the gentle lilt of conversation, the plush glide of service that anticipates rather than interrupts. The room glows softly, washed in creamy neutrals and sun-warmed woods, as if cupped by late-afternoon light. It’s the kind of space that invites you to slow your breath and heighten your senses. The menu is a lyrical ode to season and sea. A ribbon of Mediterranean bluefin, brushed with bergamot and green peppercorn, yields to a warm whisper of shellfish emulsion. Garden herbs appear as bright, fragrant accents—marjoram, tarragon, chervil—while citrus and olive lend a Riviera lift to the deepest sauces. A lacquered pigeon with fig leaf jus is served beside ember-roasted beetroot that tastes of smoke and rain; a fillet of line-caught turbot arrives with fennel pollen, saffron threads, and a silken vin jaune sabayon. Each composition is precise but not precious, shaped by memory, terroir, and a chef’s sure-handed restraint. Service unfolds like chamber music—measured, elegant, and precise. Sommeliers guide an exceptional cellar, where grand cru Burgundy and aged Champagne sit alongside spirited discoveries from Corsica, the Loire, and Etna. Pairings are dialed to texture as much as flavor: the cool chalk of a blanc de blancs against oysters in citrus beurre blanc; the satin hush of an older Meursault with butter-basted langoustine; the dusky grace of Barolo tracing the game and spice of pigeon. Glassware is feather-light, decanting is discreet, and each pour feels like a private conversation. For those seeking a deeper vantage, the chef’s counter offers a front-row view of the kitchen’s choreography—the lacquered sheen of reductions, the last-minute gloss of cultured butter, the silent handshake between fire and finesse. It is not spectacle, but intimacy: the quiet thrill of creation revealing itself in small, perfect gestures. LAmbéric is a sanctuary for the well-traveled appetite: exclusive yet unforced, refined yet resonant. It captures the Riviera’s sunlit ease and filters it through a lens of contemporary French mastery. You leave with the taste of citrus on your breath, the memory of silk and smoke on your tongue, and the feeling of having been exquisitely, unforgettably looked after. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF LAmbéric: Not Available ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 13 Chem. Raoul Hoarau, Le Tampon 97430, Réunion +262 262 57 77 68 Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

In Kitashinchi’s twilight glow, Sobadokoro Toki invites discerning diners into a sanctuary where soba is elevated to an art form. A shimenawa above the door and the benediction of ‘Senkyaku Banrai’ set the tone for hospitality that lingers well into the night, while a broad menu bridges refined sake accompaniments and exquisitely seasonal bowls. Summer’s chilled curry soba arrives jewel-bright with vegetables; winter’s oyster soba in white miso offers silken warmth and maritime depth. At midday, the unexpected pairing of handcrafted soba with pristine sushi adds a subtle flourish, making Toki a destination for connoisseurs who savor nuance, seasonality, and quiet sophistication. < Back Sobadokoro Toki NOT YET RATED Soba RESTAURANT SUMMARY Beneath the soft glow of Kitashinchi, Sobadokoro Toki beckons with a discreet promise: serenity, seasonality, and immaculate craft. A sacred shimenawa crowns the entrance, while the inscription ‘Senkyaku Banrai’—welcoming guests by the thousands—signals both tradition and intent. Inside, the atmosphere is hushed yet convivial, the kind of late-night elegance where time seems to slow, and every detail is curated to restore and delight. The kitchen’s philosophy is rooted in restraint and precision. Soba is the clear protagonist—sourced, milled, and crafted with a meticulous touch—yet it is the thoughtful choreography of accompaniments that elevates the experience. At lunch, delicate hand-formed sushi shares the stage with the buckwheat noodles, an unexpected harmony that showcases purity of flavor and textural finesse. In the evening, a sweeping selection of small plates designed for sake pairing reveals a quiet mastery of umami and seasonality. Each season brings a new expression of comfort and surprise. In summer, chilled curry soba arrives like a tableau—crisp, vibrant vegetables framing cool, supple noodles bathed in an aromatic, gently spiced broth. As winter deepens, oyster soba in white miso offers a satin-rich elixir, briny and warming, a bowl that lingers on the palate and in memory. The transitions between seasons are not simply menu changes, but tonal shifts—reflections of the landscape, the weather, and the city’s nocturnal rhythm. The service is graceful and intuitive, encouraging exploration without performance. Sake pairings are suggested with quiet confidence, amplifying delicate flavors and revealing hidden layers in each dish. For those who treasure subtlety over spectacle, Sobadokoro Toki is a rarefied refuge: a place where craftsmanship feels intimate, the night extends generously, and every visit becomes a new chapter in a deeply satisfying, distinctly Osaka narrative. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Sobadokoro Toki: Not Available ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Japan, 〒530-0003 Osaka, Kita Ward, Dōjima, 1-chōme−3−４ 谷安ビル 1F +81 6-6348-5558 http://www.soba-toki.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

At Het Moment, each course is a quiet revelation—seasonal, artfully composed, and anchored in a deep respect for time-honored technique. Guests are welcomed into an intimate, softly lit space where thoughtful service anticipates every need and the kitchen’s precision unfolds with effortless grace. From exquisitely balanced tasting menus to bespoke wine pairings, Het Moment transforms dinner into a pause worth celebrating—an elegant interlude where conversation, craftsmanship, and flavor harmonize. < Back Het Moment NOT YET RATED Modern French RESTAURANT SUMMARY Het Moment is a study in considered elegance, a sanctuary where the present is savored one impeccable detail at a time. Step inside and the world narrows to the hush of low conversation, the glow of candlelight glancing across porcelain, and the comforting cadence of service that appears precisely when you need it. The room is intimate yet expansive in feeling, a canvas of natural textures and warm hues that invites you to exhale and settle in. The culinary philosophy is guided by seasonality and restraint—each plate distilled to its essence, each flavor thoughtfully layered for clarity and depth. A delicately poached shellfish, brushed with citrus and maritime herbs, arrives like a whisper of the sea. Velvety vegetable purées and crisp garden leaves reflect a devotion to the harvest, while richly glazed meats and slow-cooked sauces speak to patience and skill. Every course is a moment in motion, composed to reveal itself gradually—an elegant arc of texture, aroma, and temperature. A dedicated wine program knits the experience together, highlighting terroir-driven labels and rare vintages with a curator’s discernment. Pairings are precise without being prescriptive, creating subtle dialogues between glass and plate—cool mineral notes lifting briny sweetness, silken tannins framing umami depth. For those seeking heightened intimacy, the chef’s counter offers an unobstructed view into the choreography of the kitchen, where quiet focus and exacting technique translate into plates that feel both personal and timeless. Service at Het Moment is the connective thread—attentive yet unintrusive, intuitive yet discreet. Linen falls just so, cutlery glints with understated sheen, and each course arrives with a measured cadence that allows conversation to breathe. Whether you’re celebrating a rare milestone or simply honoring the present, Het Moment transforms dining into ritual, memory, and delight. Here, luxury is not excess—it is the quiet confidence of a meal perfectly paced, immaculately crafted, and remembered long after the final sip. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Parklaan 46, 9140 Temse, Belgium +32 3 711 07 72 http://www.restohetmoment.be/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Hidden beyond a tranquil Zen garden in a quiet residential enclave, Uke offers a profoundly intimate omakase that rewards connoisseurs of nuance. Seated at a 600-year-old solid fir counter, guests witness Chef Uke—drawing on more than two decades of mastery—compose sushi that harmonizes pristine seafood from Kyushu, Tokyo, and Hokkaido with shari calibrated in white or red vinegar to elevate each fish’s natural character. The experience is as flexible as it is refined: advise in advance to shift the balance toward sushi and sashimi over kappo courses, or indulge in an all-sushi progression for a premium. It’s an elegant, whisper-quiet celebration of terroir, tide, and time, designed for those who appreciate precision cloaked in understatement. < Back Uke NOT YET RATED Japanese RESTAURANT SUMMARY Tucked discreetly within a residential neighborhood, Uke reveals itself slowly—first through a minimalist Zen garden that quiets the senses, then through a hushed dining room where every element feels intentional. The focal point is a 600-year-old solid fir counter, its patina a tactile reminder of enduring craft. Here, the setting becomes part of the ritual, framing a dining experience that favors contemplation over spectacle. Chef Uke’s philosophy is defined by exacting restraint. With more than 20 years of expertise, he sources at the intersection of Japan’s great waters—Kyushu’s robust currents, Tokyo’s daily markets, and Hokkaido’s crystalline cold—to build a seafood palette of remarkable clarity. Each piece is paired with shari seasoned in either white or red vinegar, a subtle but transformative choice that accentuates texture, sweetness, or brine. The result is sushi that feels inevitable: a perfect alignment of flavor, temperature, and timing. Uke’s omakase invites personalization without diluting its integrity. With advance notice, the menu can lean toward sushi and sashimi, minimizing cooked kappo dishes to foreground the cadence of pure, unadorned fish. For purists, an all-sushi experience is available at an additional premium—an extended meditation on season, provenance, and the graceful arc of an expertly paced meal. Despite its quiet confidence, the experience is emotionally resonant. A whisper of vinegared rice yields to buttery kinmedai; akami unfolds with a measured acidity; uni blooms into sweetness over warm, gently packed shari. Time slows, conversation softens, and the counter becomes a private stage for hospitality—the kind that anticipates needs rather than announces them. For affluent travelers seeking authenticity over overt luxury, Uke offers something rarer than opulence: a sanctuary of precision and poise. It is an invitation to savor the Japanese virtues of restraint and balance, delivered with a master’s touch in an atmosphere that feels like a well-kept secret. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Uke: Not Available ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT No. 9號, Lane 91, Section 4, Ren'ai Rd, Da’an District, Taipei City, Taiwan 106 +886 2 2731 2233 https://www.facebook.com/rakukentaipei/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Amen is a sanctuary for discerning palates, where each course feels like a quiet revelation and every detail has been considered with almost liturgical care. In an intimate, candlelit room softened by natural textures and architectural grace, the kitchen delivers a procession of seasonal plates that balance precision with poetry—silken, smoky, bright, and deeply satisfying in turn. Sommelier-led pairings, an unobtrusive yet anticipatory service style, and the gentle hum of a room filled with intent make Amen the kind of destination that lingers in memory, long after the final, delicate sip. < Back Amen NOT YET RATED Farm to table RESTAURANT SUMMARY Amen welcomes you with the hush of a hidden chapel—a seductive calm that heightens anticipation before the first course arrives. The dining room is intimate and sculpted, a study in warm light and tactile restraint, where stone, linen, and burnished wood create a serene stage for the evening’s ritual. It is a space designed for conversation and contemplation, where each place setting feels personally prepared and every movement of service is deliberate yet fluid. The culinary narrative is guided by the seasons, interpreted with a confidence that never lapses into showmanship. Expect dégustation pacing that feels effortless: a chilled introduction that wakes the palate with bright acidity, a silken interlude with a whisper of smoke, a crescendo of meticulously sourced seafood or dry-aged meats kissed by ember and herb. Sauces are restrained yet resonant; textures are layered for quiet surprise. A final course is more benediction than dessert—gossamer, fragrant, the sweetness measured and meaningful. Pairings are chosen with a curator’s instinct. The cellar draws from benchmark producers and rising estates, spotlighting mineral-driven whites, soulful reds, and thoughtful non-alcoholic infusions for guests who prefer a different kind of clarity. Each glass amplifies the plate without overshadowing it, revealing subtleties—salinity, stone fruit, forest floor—that might otherwise remain hidden. Service is attentive without choreography; it anticipates but never interrupts, allowing the experience to unfold with unhurried grace. Amen is not a restaurant you simply book; it is an evening you commit to. The exclusivity is felt not in spectacle, but in the luxury of time, precision, and a room that welcomes you as if you were expected all along. For travelers who collect singular meals the way others collect art, Amen offers a rare kind of resonance—quietly unforgettable, eloquently modern, and deeply, deliciously human. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF Hadrien Franchoo ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Rue Franz Merjay 165, 1050 Ixelles, Belgium +32 2 217 10 19 http://amen.restaurant/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

< Back Shinchaya NOT YET RATED RESTAURANT SUMMARY REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT Iwate 奥州 City江刺中 Town 41 050-1721-6699 https://tabelog.com/en/iwate/A0303/A030302/3006494/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

Steps from Las Canteras, Nákar distills the soul of Basque and Navarre traditions into a refined, contemporary experience. In a minimalist dining room where light and shadow play across clean lines, the kitchen reimagines regional classics with modern finesse—think a delicately spiced goat taco, and an elegant progression of savory rices that radiate depth and coastal terroir. The signature seven-course Nákar tasting menu offers a curated journey through land and sea, guided by precise technique, restrained plating, and a quiet confidence that lets every ingredient sing. For the discerning traveler, Nákar is a serene celebration of provenance, subtlety, and culinary craft, delivering an understated luxury that lingers long after the last course. < Back Nákar NOT YET RATED Contemporary RESTAURANT SUMMARY Nákar sits a whisper from the golden sweep of Las Canteras, its minimalist aesthetic framing a dining experience that is both serene and resolutely modern. The room is a study in restraint—textures in neutral tones, gentle lighting, and a contemplative hush that draws attention to the plate. It is a sanctuary for those who seek culinary excellence without theatrics, where purity of flavor and precision of technique hold quiet command. The cuisine nods to the Basque Country and Navarra, distilling their traditions through a contemporary lens. Time-honored recipes are rendered with clarity and balance: a goat taco that melds tender depth with subtle heat; an array of savory rice dishes that capture the warmth of the hearth and the whisper of the Atlantic. Each preparation respects provenance while revealing a modern sensibility—clear broths, silken textures, and accents that illuminate rather than overwhelm. For an immersive experience, the seven-course Nákar tasting menu offers a measured crescendo of flavors, moving from pristine seafood and delicate vegetables to richly layered meats and refined grains. The pacing is unhurried, the compositions elegant, and the flavors exceptionally focused. Wines, thoughtfully chosen, mirror the menu’s arc—mineral-driven whites, supple reds, and occasional surprises that widen the lens on Spain’s most compelling terroirs. Nákar’s allure lies in its restraint: luxurious materials without excess, modernity without ostentation, tradition without nostalgia. Here, exclusivity is felt in the details—the quiet confidence of the service, the crisp precision of each course, the sense that every decision has been made in service of harmony. For the sophisticated traveler, Nákar is not merely a meal but a moment of clarity: an invitation to slow down, taste deeply, and discover the elegance of simplicity perfected. REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT C. Fernando Guanarteme, 10, 35007 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Las Palmas, Spain +34 673 62 59 76 http://restaurantenakar.com/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS

< Back NH NOT YET RATED RESTAURANT SUMMARY REQUEST BOOKING CHEF ACCOLADES MICHELIN GUIDE 2024 WORLDS 50 BEST 2024 OAD RANKING 2024 ESQUIRE LA LISTE RATING 2024 AWARDS CONTACT 曽根崎新地1511 新陽3rd Bldg. 1～2F, Kita City, Osaka City, Osaka 06-6341-6288 https://tabelog.com/en/osaka/A2701/A270101/27133396/ Need a Reservation? Sign up for our exclusive concierge -> FEATURED GUIDES NEARBY RESTAURANTS