The world’s top 1,000 restaurants have been named by prestigious travel guide La Liste – and 83 UK spots have made it on to the list.
It’s La Liste’s tenth anniversary this year and, for the first time, 10 restaurants from eight different countries share the top spot in its 2026 ranking. With a score of 99.5, the highest achieved, these restaurants are some of the best around the world.
From Switzerland, Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl joins the list, and Guy Savoy from France also scores 99.5. Japan‘s restaurant in this top spot is Matsukawa.
Meanwhile, the Italian spot ranked number one is Da Vittorio, alongside Spain‘s Martin Berasategui and Germany‘s Scwarzwaldstube.
Le Bernardin and SingleThread in the US scored 99.5 too, as well as Lung King Heen and Robuchon au Dome in China.
As for the UK, the highest-ranking restaurant is L’Enclume in the Lake District with a score of 99.
Plenty of other UK-based restaurants make the list, too – has your local been chosen?
L’Enclume, the Lake District
The highest-rated restaurant in the UK on the list is L’Enclume by chef Simon Rogan, located in the Lake District
The highest-rated restaurant in the UK on the list is L’Enclume by chef Simon Rogan, located in the Lake District.
L’Enclume, a three Michelin-starred restaurant with space for only six diners at one time, received a score of 99.
As a result, this brought the UK hotspot into second place globally.
Simon’s philosophy is to incorporate ‘ingredients that change with the seasons inspire my menu development and ensure a truly traceable dining experience reflecting my farm-to-table philosophy’, according to the restaurant’s website.
Core by Clare Smyth, London
Other high-ranking offerings also based in the UK include Core by Clare Smyth in London, the second highest ranked with a score of 98
Other high-ranking offerings also based in the UK include Core by Clare Smyth in London, the second highest ranked with a score of 98.
Located in London’s Notting Hill, Core is known for its light, airy ambience and excellent service.
With dishes such as ‘Smoked Fowey mussels’ or ‘Rhug Estate venison’ and seven-course tasting menus, it was awarded three stars in the 2021 Michelin Guide.
The Ritz, London
A historic five-star hotel in Mayfair, London, The Ritz is known for its elegance, charm and opulent interiors
Similarly, The Ritz received an impressive score of 98.
A historic five-star hotel in Mayfair, London, The Ritz is known for its elegance, charm and opulent interiors.
Boasting two Michelin stars, it’s a favourite with celebrities.
Moor Hall, Ormskirk, Lancashire
Nestled within five acres of gardens growing produce such as beetroots and turnips, Moor Hall is located in Aughton, West Lancashire
Nestled within five acres of gardens growing produce such as beetroots and turnips, Moor Hall is located in Aughton, West Lancashire.
Chef Patron Mark Birchall, who was born in Lancashire himself, aims to support the local area and those working there.
The purpose of the establishment, according to Mark on the restaurant’s website, is: ‘We want to bring together the very best – beautiful surroundings, with an unrivalled dining experience that pushes boundaries.’
Ynyshir, Powys, Wales
Ynyshir in Wales is unlike any other dining experience. A matte-black, sultry house featuring an immersive experience, it offers a journey through food by chef-owner Gareth Ward
Ynyshir in Wales is unlike any other dining experience.
A matte-black, sultry house featuring an immersive experience, it offers a journey through food by chef-owner Gareth Ward.
The experience, lasting around five hours, provides a menu of around 30 dishes featuring foods from around the world.
Belmond Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, Great Milton, Oxfordshire
This elegant, luxury hotel near Oxford is set in a 15th-century manor surrounded by countryside
This elegant, luxury hotel near Oxford is set in a 15th-century manor surrounded by countryside.
The food is based on classic French cuisine and the establishment has received two Michelin stars.
It’s been running for four decades, and has gained a reputation for excellence.
Hélène Darroze at The Connaught, London
French chef Hélène Darroze, who has accolades including six Michelin stars and three restaurants, heads up the establishment
This three Michelin-star restaurant featuring a beautiful, artistic dining room uses fresh, seasonal produce.
With blush colours and velvet seating, it has an inviting atmosphere in which you can enjoy plated dishes that look like art.
French chef Hélène Darroze, who has accolades including six Michelin stars and three restaurants, heads up the establishment.
The Glenturret Lalique Crieff
The Glenturret Lalique Crief is a restaurant with two Michelin stars, known for its excellent whisky tasting selection
The Glenturret Lalique Crief is a restaurant with two Michelin stars, known for its excellent whisky tasting selection.
It’s inspired by the Glenturret Distillery, Scotland’s landscapes and seasonal produce – and is a real example of world-class dining.
Set inside the distillery, the restaurant boasts some truly unique aged malts – and you can even stay overnight.
Gordon Ramsay London
The signature restaurant of the celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, this spot is located in Chelsea, London
The signature restaurant of the celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay, this spot is located in Chelsea, London.
It opened in 1998 and was the chef’s first solo restaurant – and is famed for its elegant modern French cuisine and impeccable service.
It earned three Michelin stars in 2001, and to this day still offers immaculately plated, delicious dishes.
Waterside Inn Maidenhead
The Waterside Inn recently received three Michelin Stars at The Michelin Guide Ceremony 2025, adding to its already stellar reputation
The Waterside Inn recently received three Michelin Stars at The Michelin Guide Ceremony 2025, adding to its already stellar reputation.
Alain Roux’s ‘restaurant with rooms’, situated on the banks of the River Thames, is a beautiful spot with a smart-casual atmosphere.
French cuisine is the main style, with newer, modern offerings joining the menu.
Sushi Kanesaka, London
This luxurious Michelin-starred omakase sushi experience hidden away behind a subtle doorway on Park Lane in London will transport you into the world of Japanese cuisine here
This luxurious Michelin-starred omakase sushi experience hidden away behind a subtle doorway on Park Lane in London will transport you into the world of Japanese cuisine here.
Chef Shinji Kanesaka creates a menu inspired by Tokyo’s exclusive Ginza district.
Sophisticated and with an ambiance of privacy, Sushi Kanesaka is a premium fine-dining restaurant.
Alain Ducasse at The Dorchester London
The Dorchester, one of London’s iconic hotels, is home to this restaurant offering contemporary French haute cuisine
The Dorchester, one of London’s iconic hotels, is home to this restaurant offering contemporary French haute cuisine.
Awarded three Michelin stars, the restaurant by Alain Ducasse, has an established reputation worldwide.
Combining distinct, fresh flavours with a twist is the draw of this spot.
Signature dishes include the Hand-dived scallop, citrus beurre blanc and Kristal caviar and native lobster, artichoke, shiso and Périgord truffle.
Midsummer House Cambridge
Perched on the banks of the River Cam, Midsummer House Cambridge looks, from the outside, like a country house surrounded by greenery
Perched on the banks of the River Cam, Midsummer House Cambridge looks, from the outside, like a country house surrounded by greenery.
But inside, you’re taken on a journey through food, with delicious cuisine and even front-of-house performers.
The restaurant opened in 1998 and has been upgraded and refurbished to the highest possible standards.
The larger kitchen is now world-class and the main house now hosts 14 tables.
The Fat Duck, Bray
Heston Blumenthal’s renowned restaurant showing the best of innovative Modern British cuisine has been on foodie bucket lists for years
Heston Blumenthal’s renowned restaurant showing the best of innovative Modern British cuisine has been on foodie bucket lists for years.
It’s hailed for its theatricality, indulgence and fun – and, of course, its immaculate food.
It was one of the fastest restaurants to ascend to three-star Michelin status.
It was also once voted Best Restaurant by the World’s 50 Best.
Brooklands by Claude Bosi, London
Brooklands by Claude Bosi is a restaurant, bar, terrace, and cigar tasting room on the eighth-floor rooftop of The Peninsula London
Brooklands by Claude Bosi is a restaurant, bar, terrace, and cigar tasting room on the eighth-floor rooftop of The Peninsula London.
With an aviation theme and two Michelin stars, it’s both unique and luxurious.
The restaurant features detailed, exquisite cooking, British ingredients and a stylish atmosphere.
