North Macedonia — Europe
On the shores of one of Europe’s oldest and deepest lakes, a UNESCO World Heritage city where Byzantine churches watch over restaurants that serve the freshest trout in the Balkans and traditional Macedonian cuisine prepared with genuine care.
The best restaurants in this city for 2026 are led by Kaneo Restaurant. Runners-up by editorial rank: Via Sacra, Alexandrija, Biljanini Izvori, Belvedere.
Ranked by overall quality across food, ambience, and value
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Ohrid, North Macedonia
Perched above Kaneo Beach with Kaneo Church framed in every window — the most photographed view in Macedonia accompanies the freshest Ohrid trout you will ever eat.
#2 in OhridFirst DateOhrid, North Macedonia
Fine dining in a restored stone house near the old bazaar — modern Macedonian cuisine with regional wines in a room that makes the Old Town’s history feel present at every table.
#3 in OhridBirthdayOhrid, North Macedonia
Sophisticated ambiance and a menu that bridges Mediterranean and Macedonian traditions — the city’s most polished choice for special occasions requiring impeccable service and an excellent wine selection.