In its 2023 issue, the gastronomic guide “La Liste”, which sifts through 15,0000 restaurants worldwide and millions of online comments, ranks the ten best restaurants in the world below. Two are in Switzerland, six are close enough for a weekend, and six belong to the Grandes Tables du Monde, of which GMT Publishing is a partner.
Text: Brice Lechevalier
N° 1 ex aequo (99.5): Frantzén, Stockholm (Sweden)
After its two Michelin stars in 2013, in 2018 it became the first Swedish restaurant to receive a third star, distinguishing itself by its wood-fired seafood cuisine.
N° 1 ex aequo (99.5): Guy Savoy*, Paris (France)
Guy Savoy, chef and owner of the eponymous restaurant, began his career in the kitchens of some of Paris’s most famous restaurants, before opening his first establishment in 1985.
N° 1 ex aequo (99.5): Le Bernardin*, New York (USA)
After receiving their 3rd star for their Parisian restaurant Les Moines de St. Bernardin, Gilbert Le Coze and his sister Maguy opened Le Bernardin in 1986, specializing in seafood.
N°4 ex aequo (99): Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl*, Grand Hôtel Les Trois Rois, Basel
Already featured in Skippers Travel, the chef offers a wonderful culinary experience, based on fresh, seasonal ingredients, creatively prepared.
N°4 ex aequo (99): Restaurant de l’Hôtel de Ville*, Crissier
Founded by Michelin-starred chef Frédy Girardet and subsequently managed by Philipp Rochat, the Olympic capital’s best restaurant continues its success under Franck Giovannini.
N°4 ex aequo (99): L’Assiette Champenoise*, Tinquex (France)
Particularly famous for its eponymous menu based on local produce, the restaurant also offers an exceptional wine and champagne list in a warm atmosphere. N°4 ex aequo (99): La Vague d’Or – Cheval Blanc, Saint Tropez (France) A mecca for the jet-set, this exclusive address with its spectacular views often adapts its menu according to the season and availability of ingredients.
N°4 ex aequo (99): Martín Berasategui, Lasarte-Oria (Spain)
A champion of Basque cuisine, Michelin-starred chef Martín Berasategui’s gastronomic vision is a spiritual project guided by aromas and flavors.
N°4 ex aequo (99): Sushi Saito, Minato-Ku (Japan)
Opened in 2001 by chef Takashi Saito, this three-star Japanese restaurant is the Kilimanjaro of sushi, also appreciated for its intimate atmosphere.
N°10 (98.5): Da Vittorio*, Brusaporto (Italy)
With its three stars, this peninsular must-see, run by the Cerea brothers, stands for “Lombard tradition and creative genius”, often changing its menu to reflect fresh seasonal produce.
*The six Grandes Tables du Monde restaurants
