Laurel Awards
Based on expectations.
We select an expectation level before visiting a restaurant, and we award laurels in five different areas based on the selected expectation.
The total laurels awarded equal the overall score across the five categories.
One laurel
One laurel is given when a restaurant lives up to expectations.
Two laurels
Two laurels are given when a restaurant delivers beyond expectations.
Three laurels
Three laurels are given when a restaurant delivers exceptionally above expectations.
Best restaurants
near me
Based on expectations.
Restaurant À La Kämp
Elegant, French-inspired cuisine rooted in Nordic tradition, delivering timeless dishes crafted with care and served in a refined, historic setting.
Restaurant Nokka
Nokka is a pioneer of wild and sustainable cuisine, offering innovative dishes made from pure seasonal flavours, wild fish, game and organic local produce.
Restaurant Brasserie Lionne
Brasserie Lionne brings modern French flair to seasonal ingredients, crafting vibrant classics served in a warm, elegant and effortlessly stylish atmosphere.
Restaurant Bardot
Bardot offers French-inspired cuisine, fine wines and a chic, intimate atmosphere that captures the elegance and charm of classic Parisian dining.
Restaurant Rue Madame
Rue Madame serves modern French brasserie classics with vibrant flavors, fine wines and a chic, welcoming atmosphere inspired by the charm of Parisian dining.
Restaurant Vinkkeli
Vinkkeli offers timeless European flavours with a Finnish touch, fine wines and warm hospitality, all in an elegant yet relaxed brasserie setting.
Restaurant Boon Nam
Boon Nam in Helsinki offers authentic Thai cuisine with bold flavours, house-made dishes and elegant cocktails, celebrating balance, craft and shared dining.
Restaurant Carl Wilhelm
Experience seasonal delights at Restaurant Carl Wilhelm, located in the beautiful Vanajanlinna Castle with refined flavours and timeless 1920s charm.
Restaurant Le Coucou Vert
Le Coucou Vert celebrates French cuisine with a playful twist, serving elegant, seasonal dishes in a lively, relaxed atmosphere full of charm and character.
Restaurant Esmes
Esmes delights with Nordic flavors and playful creativity, serving vibrant dishes and warm hospitality in a lively, stylish setting on Iso Roobertinkatu.
Restaurant Pompier
Pompier honors timeless European brasserie traditions with hearty flavors and classic dishes crafted with care, comfort and contemporary charm.
Restaurant Kappeli
Since 1867, Kappeli has been Helsinki’s heart, a timeless meeting place celebrating Finnish flavors, seasons, and culinary tradition.
Restaurant Farang
Farang showcases bold Southeast Asian flavors with modern finesse, blending sweet, sour, salty and spicy notes into vibrant dishes made to share.
Restaurant Bronda
Bronda draws on Spanish, Italian and French flavors, crafting stylish classics with global inspiration, paired with standout wines and rare champagnes.
Restaurant Shelter
Shelter, located in a historic Kanavaranta warehouse, serves heartfelt Nordic cuisine with seasonal flavours, and warm, genuine hospitality by the sea.
Restaurant Flor
Flor is a vibrant culinary hideaway where Nordic ingredients meet global inspiration, creating bold, artful dishes in effortlessly stylish setting.
Restaurant Nolla
Nolla offers innovative zero-waste dining with bold seasonal flavours, local ingredients and a relaxed atmosphere that celebrates sustainability and creativity.
Restaurant Stringberg
Our second-floor restaurant offers a cozy yet urban setting for lunch or dinner. Enjoy simple Nordic cuisine, fine wines, and international-inspired flavors.
Restaurant SOLEN
SOLEN brings Mediterranean warmth and smoky flavors together in a vibrant space where wood fired cooking, great music and lively energy set the tone.
Restaurant Pastis
Pastis brings Parisian charm to Finnish ingredients, serving classic French flavours, fine wines and warm brasserie hospitality in the heart of the city.
Restaurant Lappi
Lappi brings the spirit of the North to the table with authentic Lapland flavors, wild ingredients and warm, rustic hospitality rooted in tradition.
Restaurant Savotta
Savotta celebrates traditional Finnish cuisine with forest- and lake-inspired flavors, serving nostalgic dishes that honor heritage and genuine local craft.
Restaurant Natura
An intimate restaurant showcasing modern Finnish cuisine, highlighting local game, seasonal vegetables and responsibly sourced seafood with creative flair.
Restaurant Tobi Masa
Tobi Masa is a sleek London destination for luxury Japanese dining, serving pristine sushi, refined small plates, and a glamorous atmosphere for special nights.
Restaurant B.A.R.
B.A.R. invites seafood lovers to hand-pick fresh fish and shellfish grilled to order, served in a lively waterfront bistro with casual charm and great flavor.
Restaurant Zitz Sum
A cheeky, high energy spot turning out inventive small plates, where bold flavors, unexpected combos, and a playful spirit keep things exciting.
Restaurant El Turco
A shaded, cozy café where Turkish classics shine, from flaky pastries to rich baked dishes, all served with warm hospitality and vibrant, homestyle flavor.
Restaurant Phuc Yea
A colorful, high energy spot where Vietnamese flavors meet playful twists, serving bold, craveable dishes in a lively, anything goes atmosphere.
Restaurant La Natural
A casual, airy hangout turning out naturally leavened pies with blistered crusts, bright toppings, and a relaxed vibe that invites lingering bites.
Restaurant Bachour
A sleek pastry haven where dazzling desserts and refined savory bites showcase precision, creativity, and irresistible layers of flavor in every detail.
Restaurant Tam Tam
A vibrant, late night den where punchy flavors and shareable plates collide, blending playful creativity with a carefree, anything goes energy.
Restaurant Hometown Barbecue Miami
A smoky, lively hangout where slow cooked meats take center stage, delivering bold flavors, tender bites, and a laid back, crowd buzzing atmosphere.
Restaurant Ariete
A lush candlelit escape where inventive dishes and rich sauces unfold into a refined tasting journey that feels both elegant and deeply satisfying.
Restaurant Los Félix
A warm and stylish space where heirloom corn shines, with soulful Mexican flavors, handmade touches, and a relaxed yet refined energy.
Restaurant Boia De
A cozy, buzzing spot serving inventive Italian inspired dishes, where bold flavors, playful twists, and a laid back vibe create instant charm.
Restaurant Gordon Ramsay Burger
Gourmet burgers with bold flavors, rich toppings and signature flair, served in a high energy setting that blends comfort food with a celebrity twist.
Restaurant La Cave
Upscale small plates with fresh flavors, craft cocktails and a stylish indoor outdoor vibe, perfect for sharing bites in a relaxed yet polished setting.
Restaurant Carmine's - Las Vegas
Family style Italian feasts with huge portions, classic recipes and lively energy, perfect for sharing rich comforting dishes in a bustling atmosphere.
Restaurant Nora's Italian Cuisine
Homestyle Italian cooking with rich sauces, handmade pastas and generous portions, served in a warm welcoming setting that feels like a family table.
Restaurant Yardbird
Southern comfort classics with crispy fried chicken, buttery biscuits and bold flavors, served in a lively rustic setting that feels both hearty and refined.
Restaurant Chéri Rooftop
Chic rooftop dining with French inspired bites, floral elegance and vibrant energy, blending playful luxury with sweeping views and a lively social scene.
Restaurant Herbs and Rye
Classic cocktails and rich steaks in a moody vintage setting, where old world charm meets bold flavors and late night indulgence with timeless appeal.
Restaurant Zeppola Cafe Las Vegas
Cozy spot for sweet Italian treats and light bites, where fluffy pastries, rich coffee and a relaxed vibe make it perfect for a quick indulgent escape.
Restaurant Fresco Italiano
Bright Italian flavors with fresh pastas, rustic recipes and a lively feel, where simple ingredients come together in a warm inviting atmosphere.
Restaurant Late August
Refined Southern restaurant highlighting seasonal ingredients, layered flavors and modern technique in a warm, elegant setting.
Restaurant Candente
Lively Tex Mex spot with wood fired fajitas, smoky flavors and bold salsas, served in a vibrant energetic atmosphere.
Restaurant Perseid
Modern fine dining spot presenting seasonal tasting menus with precise technique, elegant plating and a serene, intimate atmosphere.
Restaurant Josephine's
Charming neighborhood bistro serving seasonal American dishes, comforting flavors and thoughtful touches in a cozy, relaxed setting.
Restaurant Nobie's
Playful neighborhood restaurant serving creative comfort dishes, bold flavors and inventive cocktails in a cozy, lively atmosphere.
Restaurant Theodore Rex
Inventive American restaurant with ever changing menu, bold flavors and thoughtful technique, creating a dynamic and intimate dining experience.
Restaurant Maximo
Contemporary Mexican restaurant highlighting coastal flavors, fresh seafood and refined techniques in a sleek, modern setting.
Restaurant Rosie Cannonball
Lively Italian inspired spot with wood fired dishes, handmade pastas and bold flavors, served in a vibrant social setting.
Restaurant Musaafer
Luxurious Indian restaurant blending tradition and modern flair, offering bold flavors, elegant presentation and an immersive dining experience.
Restaurant Milo + Olive
Neighborhood spot serving wood fired pizzas, fresh breads, and seasonal California dishes with a relaxed feel and bright comforting flavors.
Restaurant Élephante
Coastal Italian inspired menu with wood fired dishes, fresh seafood, and bright flavors served in a stylish rooftop setting with ocean views.
Restaurant Girl & the Goat Los Angeles
Bold globally inspired dishes with rich spices, shareable plates, and playful flavors served in a lively high energy dining room.
Restaurant Redbird
Modern American cooking with seasonal ingredients, refined technique, and vibrant flavors served in a striking historic space with a lively atmosphere.
Restaurant Rossoblu
Italian cooking inspired by Bologna, featuring handmade pastas, rich ragus, and rustic flavors served in a lively modern dining room.
Restaurant Cobi's
Vibrant Southeast Asian flavors with fragrant spices, colorful plates, and shareable dishes served in a lively and stylish dining room.
Restaurant Pizzeria Mozza
Lively Italian spot serving wood fired pizzas, seasonal antipasti, and housemade pastas with bold flavors and a bustling dining room energy.
Restaurant Chifa
Peruvian Chinese cooking with bold wok flavors, vibrant sauces, and creative dishes that blend Cantonese technique with Latin ingredients.
Restaurant Langer's
Classic deli known for towering pastrami sandwiches, hand cut meats, and traditional Jewish comfort food served with old school charm.
Restaurant The Factory Kitchen
Northern Italian cooking with handmade pastas, rustic recipes, and rich regional flavors served in a lively industrial style dining room.
Restaurant Bonnie's
Creative Cantonese American cooking with nostalgic flavors, bold sauces, and playful dishes that reinterpret classic comfort food with modern flair.
Restaurant Café Mars
Playful Italian American cooking with creative pastas, bold sauces, and nostalgic flavors reimagined through a modern Brooklyn perspective.
Restaurant Lungi
Playful Indian cooking with bold spices, street food inspirations, colorful plates, and lively flavors served in a relaxed modern room.
Restaurant Chalong
Southern Thai cooking with bold spices, charcoal grilled meats, vibrant herbs, and lively flavors inspired by traditional Phuket street food.
Restaurant Ishq
Refined Indian dining with regional inspirations, vibrant spices, delicate technique, and elegant dishes served in an intimate modern setting.
Restaurant Bungalow
Modern Indian inspired cooking with layered spices, vibrant plates, and refined technique that brings regional flavors into a stylish contemporary setting.
Restaurant Cervo’s
Seafood driven cooking inspired by Spain and Portugal, bright flavors, wood grilled dishes, and a lively room that feels like a coastal tavern.
Restaurant Jeju Noodle Bar
Creative Korean noodle focused dining with rich broths, bold flavors, and modern twists on comforting dishes inspired by tradition.
Restaurant Bridges
Contemporary cuisine focused on seasonal produce, clean flavors, and thoughtful technique, served in a calm and stylish dining room.
Restaurant Crown Shy
Modern American cuisine with global touches, vibrant flavors, seasonal ingredients, and refined yet relaxed dishes in a lively downtown setting.
Restaurant The Victoria Oxshott
Stylish village pub pairing refined seasonal British cooking with a strong wine list, cosy interiors and a relaxed Surrey countryside feel.
Restaurant Starling
Neighbourhood restaurant showcasing refined modern British cooking, elegant seasonal plates and confident technique in a relaxed, stylish setting.
Restaurant Madhu's Southall
Celebrated Punjabi kitchen known for vibrant curries, tandoori grills and generous banqueting dishes served in a lively Southall dining hall.
Restaurant Petersham Nurseries Café
Romantic garden café serving refined Italian inspired plates with seasonal produce, set among plants and rustic charm in leafy Richmond.
Restaurant Mignonette
Modern Richmond bistro serving seasonal French inspired plates, classic flavours and thoughtful wines in a cosy neighbourhood dining room.
Restaurant Mambow
Mambow offers vibrant modern Malaysian flavours from chef Abby Lee’s family inspired recipes, punchy sharing plates and lively vibes with natural wines in Clapt
Restaurant The Clarence Tavern
Characterful Victorian pub pairing hearty classics like chicken, leek and bacon pie with natural wines, plus a deli and courtyard terrace.
Restaurant Sam's Riverside
Thames side brasserie serving refined British classics, fresh seafood and polished cocktails in a spacious Art Deco inspired setting.
Restaurant Pollini at Ladbroke Hall
Elegant Italian dining within Ladbroke Hall, pairing refined seasonal plates and handmade pasta with polished service in grand surroundings.
Restaurant Don't Tell Dad
Playful neighbourhood spot serving bold comfort plates, creative cocktails and feel good vibes in a lively, design forward setting.
Restaurant Bull & Last
Elevated gastropub by Hampstead Heath serving refined British plates, seasonal game and robust wines in a cosy, characterful setting.
Restaurant Caia
Fire led cooking, seasonal sharing plates and natural wines come together in a laid back Notting Hill space with a late night vibe.
Restaurant Cafe Cecilia
Canal side favourite serving unfussy seasonal cooking, generous plates and excellent wines in a bright, relaxed East London room.
Restaurant Julie's
Iconic Holland Park favourite reborn with glamorous interiors, classic European plates and cocktails, blending old school charm with modern flair.
Restaurant Sune
Scandi inspired neighbourhood restaurant serving refined seasonal plates with thoughtful wine pairings in a calm, minimalist Hackney space.
Restaurant Westerns Laundry
Light filled seafood spot showcasing pristine daily catch, natural wines and simple fire led cooking in an airy converted warehouse space.
Restaurant The Pelican
Stylish Notting Hill pub blending elevated British cooking, premium pints and polished interiors with a lively yet laid back crowd.
Restaurant Dove
Elegant neighbourhood dining with refined seasonal plates, thoughtful wines and calm, understated interiors creating a quietly special experience.
Restaurant Sino
Ukrainian chef owner brings heartfelt flavours to Notting Hill with black pudding croquettes, crayfish, beef dumplings and soulful rye breads in a cosy room.
Restaurant Six Portland Road
Charming Holland Park bistro celebrating seasonal British produce with wood fired cooking, thoughtful wines and warm, unfussy hospitality.
Restaurant The Parakeet
Vibrant neighbourhood pub serving wood fired dishes and seasonal British plates with creative cocktails in a stylishly restored setting.
Restaurant Planque
A creative neighbourhood kitchen serving inventive seasonal plates in a relaxed, unfussy setting with vibrant energy and thoughtful flavours.
Restaurant Dorian
A buzzing Notting Hill brasserie built on prime produce and wood fired grilling, with counter seats offering front row views of confident cooking.
Restaurant Llewelyn's
A bright corner spot by Herne Hill station offering Mediterranean accented dishes, fresh produce and warm, youthful service at its heart.
Restaurant Trullo
A warm, lively neighbourhood trattoria serving beautifully crafted pastas and seasonal Italian-leaning dishes in a convivial, relaxed space.
Restaurant Marksman
A relaxed Shoreditch kitchen celebrating seasonal, flavour-driven plates with global inspirations and a lively, unfussy neighbourhood feel.
