Saucy Rankings: The Best Gourmet Restaurants Unveiled
Just one German eatery graces the list of the "50 top restaurants globally"
Turin (dpa) - It's time to shake off those Michelin stars and dive into a fresh, unbiased take on the top gourmet restaurants around the globe! The latest ranking, dubbed "The World's 50 Best Restaurants," has dropped, and here are the juicy details.
First off, the grand champ, what some foodies are calling the crème de la crème of cuisine - Maido in Lima, Peru, takes the crown as the world's best eatery for 2025. Known for its scintillating Nikkei cuisine, chef Mitsuharu ‘Micha’ Tsumura leads the charge, blending Japanese technique with a mouthwatering array of Peruvian ingredients.
But wait, there's more! Kicking up the heat at number two, Spain's Asador Etxebarri in Atxondo impresses with its mastery of fire and exceptional ingredients. Andlet's not forget the exotic allure of Quintonil in Mexico City, which takes the number three spot, serving up a vibrant mix of new wave Mexican cuisine by chef Jorge Vallejo.
Vienna's Steirereck continues to hold strong, nabbing a respectable 17th place on the list. For the curious, Steirereck has been recognized for its unique blend of Austrian and international flavors, all delivered with a refined touch.
More than 1,000 gastronomy experts have been casting their votes for the world's finest dining establishments every year since 2002. Contrary to popular belief, the list includes more than just 50, featuring a juicy 100 locations to keep even the most discerning foodies satisfied.
Alas, not all German and Berlin restaurants fared so well. Tim Raue's restaurant in Berlin-Kreuzberg drops to 58th place, with Nobelhart & Schmutzig taking an even harder hit, falling off the top 50 altogether. Berlin's Coda saw a similar decline, going from 62nd place to 79th, and Munich's Tantris fine dining restaurant improved from 88th to 73rd. The Schloss Schauenstein in Fürstenau, Switzerland, takes the 52nd spot.
The gala for the "World's 50 Best Restaurants" ranking took place in Turin on Thursday evening. Rumor has it that fingers were crossed for more German entrants, but hey, a delicious ranking is a delicious ranking, right?
Bonus Bites - Inside the Top Ten
Intrigued by the top 10? Here's a peek at the unmissable restaurants making waves on the global culinary scene:
- Maido - Lima, Peru
- Asador Etxebarri - Atxondo, Spain
- Quintonil - Mexico City, Mexico
- DiverXO - Madrid, Spain
- Gaggan - Bangkok, Thailand
- Sézanne - Tokyo, Japan
- Table by Bruno Verjus - Paris, France
- Kjolle - Lima, Peru
- Don Julio - Buenos Aires, Argentina
While the exact order of every restaurant in the top 10 may be a closely guarded secret, one thing's for sure - these dining establishments will leave food lovers craving more! So, grab your forks, folks, and get ready for a culinary adventure of epic proportions!
- The top 10 restaurants of the World's 50 Best Restaurants list for 2025 include 'Maido', a Peruvian eatery renowned for its Nikkei cuisine blending Japanese technique with Peruvian ingredients.
- 'Asador Etxebarri', a Basque grill house in Atxondo, Spain, is celebrated for its mastery of fire and exceptional ingredients, placing it as the runner-up in the 2025 ranking.
- 'Table by Bruno Verjus', a Parisian bistro known for its minimalist approach and artisanal sourcing, holds the No. 8 position in the World's 50 Best Restaurants list 2025.
