London Named as a Top City For Affordable Michelin Dining

As a travel money provider, John Lewis Finance analysed 16,000 restaurants listed within the MICHELIN Guide to help holiday budgets go further. Using MICHELIN’s own pricing criteria – only restaurants where diners can get a full meal for less than £25 or €35 on average, are included in the list.  

Known for its innovative and quirky food scene, Copenhagen is home to a diverse range of quality restaurants that suit any budget, from traditional Scandinavian cooking specialists such as Restaurant Carl Nielsen, to restaurants serving modern and highly experimental dishes not found anywhere else. 

Sharing the top spot and famed for its Nouvelle Cuisine, traditional cooking, and being the training ground of some of the world’s most revered chefs, Paris has a reputation as the epicentre of gastronomy. However, with many restaurants featuring within the research, the findings show that fine dining doesn’t have to cost the earth. For affordable, classic French dining, look no further than À la Biche au Bois on avenue Ledru-Rollin. 

Matt Richardson at John Lewis Finance commented: “Exploring different cultures and cuisines is one of the most appealing aspects of travel, and it’s hugely positive to see that so many acclaimed restaurants have a budget-friendly price-point.   

“Our research tells us that some of Europe’s finest restaurants listed in the MICHELIN Guide are cash-only, so we encourage all holiday makers to ensure that they don’t miss out on a fabulous dining experience by always carrying some local currency.” 

Top 15 European cities for budget-friendly MICHELIN dining 

The top countries for MICHELIN dining on a budget 

When it comes to the top countries in Europe for affordable MICHELIN dining, the research found that Italy takes the top spot, with 230 budget-friendly restaurants listed within the MICHELIN guide. 

Known for its fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared with passion and simplicity, Italy is one of the most well-loved food capitals globally, with the most popular of restaurants in the guide leaning on classic Italian cooking and celebrating the very best of the regions’ ingredients. 

France is the second-best country for affordable MICHELIN dining, with 140 restaurants featured within the guide. Spain followed in third place with 118 restaurants. Germany came in 4th place with 68 restaurants, some of which, including Zur Linde in Oberboihingen and Gocklwirt in Stephanskirchen being cash only.  

Top 10 countries in Europe for budget-friendly MICHELIN dining 

John Lewis Finance offers an extensive travel money service, with competitive rates and no commission.  

For more information and to see the full research, including the locations outside of Europe with the most budget-friendly, MICHELIN recommended restaurants, please visit: https://www.johnlewisfinance.com/currency/guide-to-affordable-michelin-dining.html  

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