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Greatest Restaurants Around the World

So many things go into making a meal special; the food of course, but even more so I think is the mood, feel, and location of the place - and of course, most likely more than anything, the company you enjoy during it. Here is my list of the best places I have been, where my magical evenings took place; I hope you'll let me know if you had a similar experience...

Updated May 23, 2008
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  1. The Number 5
    Expensive "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Binghamton, New York, USA
    I have written many a restaurant review here - but I think the time has come to finally share with you my favorite place in the world. When someone asks for my favorite restaurant, I'm fond of replying back with a question - In what city? I've be... (read more about The Number 5)
  2. Augustinerkeller
    Average priced "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Vienna, Austria
    On our first night in Vienna, we went to this amazing restaurant that is actually housed in the wine cellar of the Hofburg Complex.  It's right in the middle of Vienna, and serves Austrian food.  Ahhhhh, the joy!!!  We were fresh... (read more about Augustinerkeller)
  3. Bar Polski - The Polish Bar (Formerly known as Na Zdrowie)
    Cheap "Nightlife & Entertainment" in London, England, UK
    I thought I didn't like vodka, turns out I didn't know what I liked, until I came to this little London Haven and had a lesson for myself in my own taste. This place came HIGHLY recommended by fellow Travbuddy and close friend Lisa (lisalush) so w... (read more about Bar Polski - The Polish Bar (Formerly known as Na Zdrowie))
  4. Eat at Samy's Curry House!!!
    Cheap "Sights & Attractions" in Singapore, Singapore
    We were lucky enough to have family that lived in Singapore; otherwise, we would never have known about this amazing, out of the way place.  This small restaurant is actually in the private civil-service clubhouse, and you'll have to pay about $... (read more about Eat at Samy's Curry House!!!)
  5. Fred 62
    Cheap "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Los Angeles, California, USA
    It's a long drive from Phoenix to Los Angeles, and since every year when we go we can't leave until after work, we don't get in until about 1:00 in the morning.  What are we thinking about the whole way there??  FRED 62 - The best restaurant I know... (read more about Fred 62)
  6. Harrod's Food Halls
    Average priced "Sights & Attractions" in London, England, UK
    A trip to London is not complete without a stop in to Harrod's Food Halls.  Until you've seen it for yourself, you can't comprehend the size and variety of this!  They don't allow you to take pictures in here, so I don't have any to offer, ... (read more about Harrod's Food Halls)
  7. Kaska Vendeglo
    Average priced "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Budapest, Hungary
    On our first night in Budapest, we went to a wonderful restaurant called Kaska Vendeglo.  It's on the Buda side of the river, down a slightly dark street, but when you reach it, you'll be really glad you did! The meal was amazing.  For an ... (read more about Kaska Vendeglo)
  8. L'Hostaria
    Expensive "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Aspen, Colorado, USA
    L'Hostaria is an Italian restaurant, and the food is wonderful; but that's not what set this place apart and made it special. I have never had service like this before in my life.  It was unbelieveable.  Each course was brought quickly, a... (read more about L'Hostaria)
  9. Salathip Restaurant
    Average priced "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Bangkok, Thailand
    This restaurant is behind the Bangkok Shangri-La.  Even if you don't stay at this lovely hotel (although I recommend you do), you still need to stop by to have dinner at Salathip; it's a wonderful experience. The free standing building is right... (read more about Salathip Restaurant)
  10. Tapino
    Average priced "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Phoenix, Arizona, USA
    I just got home tonight from one of my favorite places in the world; Tapinos!  This amazing Tapas bar in Scottsdale Arizona has some of the best food I've ever had; and the best part is, if you go between 5 and 7 any day they're open, every kind... (read more about Tapino)
  11. Top Hat
    Average priced "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    During our time in Kuala Lumpur, we had two amazing meals, and Top Hat was one of them.  While the restaurant offers a menu that includes western dishes for people that need a break from the adventurous, I really recommend not going this route... (read more about Top Hat)
  12. Trattoria di Roma
    Ridiculously Expensive "Restaurants, Cafes & Food" in Rome, Italy
    Ahhhh...Roma. The Eternal City, home of ancient buildings, miracles of man, and a joy and appreciation for the good life that I have found no where else so far on my travels. So to fully appreciate it, what do you do for the evening? Look up m... (read more about Trattoria di Roma)
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