Top 10 Restaurants
My personal ranking of the world's finest dining establishments. Based on food quality, service, ambiance, and overall experience.
The Elite Three
Italian
Massimo Bottura's three-Michelin-starred masterpiece. The tortellini in capon broth alone is worth the journey to Modena.
French Seafood
Eric Ripert's temple to seafood. Every dish showcases the ocean's bounty with French technique and American innovation.
Modern Spanish
Playful molecular gastronomy that never forgets flavor. The liquid olives are a revelation in texture and taste.
The Rest of the Top 10
Noma
The French Laundry
Eleven Madison Park
Alinea
Mirazur
Geranium
Central
Ranking Methodology
These rankings are based on personal dining experiences across North America and Europe. Each restaurant is evaluated on food quality, creativity, service excellence, ambiance, and overall value. The list is updated annually as I continue exploring the world's finest dining establishments. Remember: good food, bad photos - it's all about the taste.