Asador Etxebarri in Spain wins top spot for 2026 World’s Best Restaurant
The World's 50 Best Restaurants list for 2026 was announced on Wednesday, 5 November 2026, at a ceremony in Lima.
Spanish restaurant takes first place
Asador Etxebarri located in Axpe, Spain, has moved from second place last year to claim the number one position. The establishment is owned by chef Víctor Arguinzoniz and specializes in wood-fired cooking techniques. This victory marks an 18-year journey for the restaurant since it first appeared on the list in 2008.
Tasting menu features grilled ingredients
The winning restaurant offers a tasting menu priced at approximately 300 euros that includes dishes cooked over charcoal grills. Every course touches the fire, ranging from red prawns to smoked milk ice cream. The location sits in a mountain village about 45 minutes by car from Bilbao.
Award ceremony held in Peru
The announcement took place during a prestigious awards event organized in the city of Lima. Reports indicate that the list ranks restaurants globally based on specific criteria used by the organization. The ceremony highlighted individual winners and placements for restaurants ranked between 51 and 100.
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