The World's 50 Best Restaurants 2025: A Culinary Journey Through Global Excellence

From Lima's Nikkei revolution to Bangkok's fiery street-to-fine transformation, discover the extraordinary dining destinations that define luxury gastronomy in 2025

The culinary world has spoken, and the results are nothing short of extraordinary. Unveiled in Turin's elegant embrace on June 19, 2025, the World's 50 Best Restaurants list reads like a love letter to global gastronomy - spanning 22 countries and 32 cities in an unprecedented celebration of culinary artistry.

This year's ranking tells compelling stories of innovation meeting tradition, from Peru's meteoric rise as a gastronomic powerhouse to Bangkok's explosive dining renaissance. With 10 remarkable new entries, four triumphant re-entries, and a diverse constellation of visionary chefs, the 2025 list redefines what it means to dine exceptionally.

The Crown Jewel: Maido's Nikkei Mastery

Maido, Lima, Peru
World's Best Restaurant 2025

Rising from fifth place in 2024 to claim the ultimate crown, Maido represents the pinnacle of Nikkei cuisine—the sublime marriage of Japanese precision and Peruvian passion. Chef Mitsuharu "Micha" Tsumura orchestrates a symphony of flavors where sushi meets Andean ingredients, creating dishes like his signature tiradito that capture both the ocean's freshness and the mountains' mystique.

What makes it extraordinary: In Lima's sophisticated Miraflores district, Tsumura has crafted more than a restaurant—he's created a cultural bridge, where each dish tells the story of Japanese immigrants who found new life in Peru's vibrant landscape.

The Elite Circle: Top 10 Dining Destinations

The European Masters

2. Asador Etxebarri, Atxondo, Spain
Best Restaurant in Europe
Cuisine: Basque grilled cuisine
Chef: Victor Arguinzoniz
Signature Dish: Flame-grilled red prawns

In the heart of Spain's Basque valley, Arguinzoniz transforms simple ingredients into smoky poetry through his mastery of fire. His flame-grilled red prawns have become the stuff of legend—each bite capturing the essence of tradition elevated to art.

4. DiverXO, Madrid, Spain
Cuisine: Avant-garde with Asian influences
Chef: Dabiz Muñoz
Signature Dish: Liquid Parmesan dumplings

Muñoz's Madrid stage hosts culinary theater like no other. His liquid Parmesan dumplings aren't just food—they're edible surrealism that challenges every preconception about fine dining.

5. Alchemist, Copenhagen, Denmark
Cuisine: Multi-sensory Nordic
Chef: Rasmus Munk
Signature Dish: 50 "impressions" over seven hours

Munk delivers an extraordinary gastronomic odyssey where art, science, and flavor converge in Denmark's most ambitious dining experience—a true sensory marathon.

The Americas' Finest

3. Quintonil, Mexico City, Mexico
Best Restaurant in North America
Cuisine: Modern Mexican
Chef: Jorge Vallejo
Signature Dish: Spider crab in green mole

Vallejo's modern Mexican masterpiece weaves indigenous ingredients into contemporary narratives. His spider crab in green mole represents the sophisticated evolution of Mexico's culinary heritage.

9. Kjolle, Lima, Peru
Cuisine: Peruvian
Chef: Pía León
Signature Dish: Amazonian fish with native herbs

León's vibrant celebration of Peru's biodiversity transforms Amazonian fish and native herbs into colorful compositions that sing with the country's ecological richness.

10. Don Julio, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Cuisine: Argentinian steakhouse
Chef: Pablo Rivero
Signature Dish: Grass-fed ribeye

In the heart of Buenos Aires, Rivero elevates Argentina's beef culture to fine art. His grass-fed ribeye embodies gaucho tradition refined for the modern palate.

Asian Excellence

6. Gaggan, Bangkok, Thailand
Best Restaurant in Asia
Cuisine: Progressive Indian
Chef: Gaggan Anand
Signature Dish: Lick It Up (eaten by hand)

Anand's irreverent genius shines in his "Lick It Up" experience—Indian cuisine reimagined through playful, hand-eaten artistry that breaks every dining convention.

7. Sézanne, Tokyo, Japan
Cuisine: French-Japanese fusion
Chef: Daniel Calvert
Signature Dish: Foie gras with ume plum

Calvert's serene Tokyo sanctuary marries French technique with Japanese soul. His foie gras with ume plum represents cross-cultural fine dining at its most elegant, reflecting the luxury and its French connection that defines haute cuisine.

8. Table by Bruno Verjus, Paris, France
Cuisine: Modern French
Chef: Bruno Verjus
Signature Dish: Seasonal vegetable tartare

In an intimate Parisian setting, Verjus crafts seasonal vegetable tartare that celebrates French terroir with obsessive attention to ingredient provenance.

The Complete Collection: Restaurants 11-50

11. The Chairman, Hong Kong, China
Cuisine: Cantonese
Chef: Danny Yip
Signature Dish: Steamed crab with aged Shaoxing wine
Why It Shines: Blending tradition and innovation, it's a Cantonese love letter in bustling Hong Kong.

12. Atomix, New York City, USA
Cuisine: Modern Korean
Chef: Junghyun Park
Signature Dish: 10-course Korean tasting menu
Why It Shines: The sole US entry, Atomix crafts poetic Korean flavors with NYC sophistication.

13. Potong, Bangkok, Thailand
Cuisine: Thai-Chinese fusion
Chef: Pichaya "Pam" Soontornyanakij
Signature Dish: Five-spice duck
Why It Shines: A historic Chinatown venue hosts Pam's bold debut, earning Highest New Entry.

14. Wing, Hong Kong, China
Cuisine: Modern Chinese
Chef: Vicky Cheng
Signature Dish: Crispy pigeon
Why It Shines: Awarded for hospitality, Wing reimagines Chinese classics with elegance.

15. Ikoyi, London, UK
Cuisine: Sub-Saharan West African-inspired
Chef: Jeremy Chan
Signature Dish: Smoked jollof rice
Why It Shines: Jumping 27 spots, Ikoyi's bold flavors tell an African diaspora story.

16. Lido 84, Gardone Riviera, Italy
Cuisine: Italian
Chef: Riccardo Camanini
Signature Dish: Rigatoni with cacio e pepe
Why It Shines: Lake Garda's serene backdrop frames creative Italian dishes.

17. Pujol, Mexico City, Mexico
Cuisine: Modern Mexican
Chef: Enrique Olvera
Signature Dish: Mole madre
Why It Shines: An iconic venue redefining Mexican cuisine with ancient and modern techniques.

18. Reale, Castel di Sangro, Italy
Cuisine: Italian
Chef: Niko Romito
Signature Dish: Absolute onion
Why It Shines: Minimalist Abruzzo flavors shine in Romito's countryside retreat.

19. The Jane, Antwerp, Belgium
Cuisine: European
Chef: Nick Bril
Signature Dish: Langoustine with curry
Why It Shines: A converted chapel hosts Bril's innovative, artful dishes.

20. Atelier Moessmer Norbert Niederkofler, Brunico, Italy
Cuisine: Alpine
Chef: Norbert Niederkofler
Signature Dish: Beetroot risotto
Why It Shines: South Tyrolean ingredients tell an Alpine story.

21. Narisawa, Tokyo, Japan
Cuisine: Sustainable Japanese
Chef: Yoshihiro Narisawa
Signature Dish: Soil soup
Why It Shines: A re-entry, Narisawa's eco-conscious dishes honor Japan's landscapes.

22. Sorn, Bangkok, Thailand
Cuisine: Southern Thai
Chef: Supaksorn Jongsiri
Signature Dish: Jungle curry
Why It Shines: Fiery Southern Thai flavors ignite Bangkok's dining scene.

23. Boragó, Santiago, Chile
Cuisine: Chilean
Chef: Rodolfo Guzmán
Signature Dish: Endemic lamb with native herbs
Why It Shines: Chile's biodiversity shines in Guzmán's elemental dishes.

24. Elkano, Getaria, Spain
Cuisine: Basque seafood
Chef: Aitor Arregui
Signature Dish: Grilled turbot
Why It Shines: Basque seafood traditions come alive on a wood-fired grill.

25. Odette, Singapore
Cuisine: French-Asian
Chef: Julien Royer
Signature Dish: Rosemary-smoked pigeon
Why It Shines: Royer's elegant dishes pay homage to his grandmother.

26. Mérito, Lima, Peru
Cuisine: Peruvian
Chef: Juan Luis Martínez
Signature Dish: Amazonian ceviche
Why It Shines: A new entry, Mérito celebrates Peru's local produce.

27. Trèsind Studio, Dubai, UAE
Cuisine: Modern Indian
Chef: Himanshu Saini
Signature Dish: Chaat tasting board
Why It Shines: A 20-seat Dubai gem, it's the Middle East's finest.

28. Lasai, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Cuisine: Brazilian
Chef: Rafael Costa e Silva
Signature Dish: Vegetable-driven tasting menu
Why It Shines: A new entry, Lasai elevates Brazil's produce with finesse.

29. Mingles, Seoul, South Korea
Cuisine: Modern Korean
Chef: Mingoo Kang
Signature Dish: Acorn jelly salad
Why It Shines: Kang's innovative dishes redefine Korean flavors.

30. Le Du, Bangkok, Thailand
Cuisine: Modern Thai
Chef: Ton Tassanakajohn
Signature Dish: Khao soi
Why It Shines: Traditional Thai flavors meet modern artistry.

31. Le Calandre, Rubano, Italy
Cuisine: Italian
Chef: Massimiliano Alajmo
Signature Dish: Saffron risotto
Why It Shines: A re-entry, Alajmo's refined dishes elevate Italian classics.

32. Piazza Duomo, Alba, Italy
Cuisine: Italian
Chef: Enrico Crippa
Signature Dish: 21-31-41 salad
Why It Shines: Piedmont's truffles and produce star in Crippa's creations.

33. Steirereck, Vienna, Austria
Cuisine: Austrian
Chef: Heinz Reitbauer
Signature Dish: Char with beeswax
Why It Shines: Austrian tradition meets avant-garde in Vienna's heart.

34. Enigma, Barcelona, Spain
Cuisine: Experimental
Chef: Albert Adrià
Signature Dish: Molecular tapas
Why It Shines: A new entry, Adrià's boundary-pushing dishes captivate.

35. Nusara, Bangkok, Thailand
Cuisine: Thai
Chef: Thitid Tassanakajohn
Signature Dish: Crab curry
Why It Shines: A new entry, Nusara refines Thai heritage flavors.

36. Florilège, Tokyo, Japan
Cuisine: French-Japanese fusion
Chef: Hiroyasu Kawate
Signature Dish: Sustainable beef tartare
Why It Shines: Kawate's elegant fusion captivates Tokyo diners.

37. Orfali Bros, Dubai, UAE
Cuisine: Middle Eastern fusion
Chef: Orfali Brothers
Signature Dish: Wagyu shawarma
Why It Shines: A re-entry, their eclectic dishes blend Levantine roots.

38. Frantzén, Stockholm, Sweden
Cuisine: Nordic
Chef: Björn Frantzén
Signature Dish: Chawanmushi with caviar
Why It Shines: A sensory Nordic journey in an intimate setting.

39. Mayta, Lima, Peru
Cuisine: Peruvian
Chef: Jaime Pesaque
Signature Dish: Andean grains with alpaca
Why It Shines: Peru's culinary depth shines in Pesaque's hands.

40. Septime, Paris, France
Cuisine: Modern French
Chef: Bertrand Grébaut
Signature Dish: Roasted duck with lavender
Why It Shines: A Parisian bistro redefining casual elegance.

41. Kadeau, Copenhagen, Denmark
Cuisine: Nordic
Chef: Nicolai Nørregaard
Signature Dish: Bornholm crab
Why It Shines: A new entry, Kadeau celebrates Denmark's islands.

42. Belcanto, Lisbon, Portugal
Cuisine: Portuguese
Chef: José Avillez
Signature Dish: Suckling pig
Why It Shines: Portuguese tradition meets modern creativity.

43. Uliassi, Senigallia, Italy
Cuisine: Italian seafood
Chef: Mauro Uliassi
Signature Dish: Cuttlefish tagliatelle
Why It Shines: Adriatic seafood sings in Uliassi's hands.

44. La Cime, Osaka, Japan
Cuisine: French-Japanese fusion
Chef: Yusuke Takada
Signature Dish: Boudin noir with apple
Why It Shines: Osaka's gem blends French and Japanese finesse.

45. Arpège, Paris, France
Cuisine: Vegetable-centric French
Chef: Alain Passard
Signature Dish: Vegetable tartare
Why It Shines: Passard's garden-inspired dishes are timeless.

46. Rosetta, Mexico City, Mexico
Cuisine: Mexican
Chef: Elena Reygadas
Signature Dish: Hibiscus enchiladas
Why It Shines: Local ingredients tell Mexico's story.

47. Vyn, Skillinge, Sweden
Cuisine: Nordic
Chef: Daniel Berlin
Signature Dish: Local asparagus with hay ash
Why It Shines: A new entry, Vyn celebrates Sweden's countryside.

48. Celele, Cartagena, Colombia
Cuisine: Caribbean
Chef: Jaime Rodríguez, Sebastián Pinzón
Signature Dish: Caribbean seafood stew
Why It Shines: Sustainable and vibrant, Celele earned the Sustainability Award.

49. Kol, London, UK
Cuisine: Mexican-UK fusion
Chef: Santiago Lastra
Signature Dish: Langoustine taco
Why It Shines: Mexican flavors meet British ingredients.

50. Restaurant Jan, Munich, Germany
Cuisine: German haute cuisine
Chef: Jan Hartwig
Signature Dish: Bavarian shrimp with dill
Why It Shines: A new entry, Hartwig redefines German fine dining.

2025's Defining Moments

Peru's Culinary Revolution

Four restaurants—Maido, Kjolle, Mérito, and Mayta—cement Peru's position as the world's most dynamic culinary destination, showcasing everything from Amazonian biodiversity to Andean heritage.

Bangkok's Dining Renaissance

Six entries transform Thailand's capital into Asia's most exciting food city, from street-inspired innovations to refined interpretations of regional classics. This culinary explosion mirrors the broader trend seen in luxury dining adaptations worldwide.

Global Recognition

• Best Female Chef: Pichaya "Pam" Soontornyanakij's Thai-Chinese artistry
• Sustainable Restaurant: Celele's eco-conscious Caribbean cuisine
• Highest Climber: Ikoyi's 27-spot leap celebrating African diaspora flavors
• Icon Award: Massimo Bottura and Lara Gilmore for their enduring influence

Your Culinary Journey Awaits

The 2025 World's 50 Best Restaurants list represents more than rankings—it's a passport to extraordinary experiences. Whether you're drawn to Tokyo's refined elegance, Lima's boundary-pushing fusion, or Copenhagen's artistic innovation, each venue offers a unique chapter in the global story of exceptional dining.

From Alchemist's seven-hour sensory marathon to Elkano's perfect simplicity over wood flames, these restaurants don't just serve food—they create memories, challenge perceptions, and celebrate the infinite possibilities that emerge when passion meets skill. For those seeking these best luxury escapes in the world, these dining destinations offer unparalleled culinary adventures.

The culinary landscape has evolved significantly, especially considering how the luxury food industry has adapted to global challenges while maintaining excellence.

The question isn't which restaurant deserves your attention—it's which extraordinary story you'll choose to taste first.

Ready to embark on your own culinary adventure? Start planning your reservations at these world-renowned destinations where every meal is a masterpiece waiting to be discovered.