Tripadvisor Unveils 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards: A Culinary Celebration
In a grand celebration of culinary excellence, Tripadvisor, the world's leading travel platform, has announced the winners of its annual Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Restaurants. The awards highlight the highest-rated dining destinations globally, based on a full year of real traveler reviews, showcasing a diverse range of exceptional culinary experiences.
1. Recognizing Culinary Excellence
The 2025 awards feature eight distinct subcategories, including Fine Dining, Casual Dining, Vegan & Vegetarian, and special occasion favorites such as Date Night and Hidden Gems. To commemorate Tripadvisor's 25th anniversary, a new 25th Anniversary category was introduced, along with a One-of-a-Kind category that recognizes truly unique dining experiences.
Among the standout winners, Bodegas Mezquita Céspedes in Spain earned the top spot in the 25th Anniversary category, celebrated for its authentic Cordoban flavors and prime location near Córdoba's historic center. Meanwhile, Nest in Queenstown, New Zealand was honored with the inaugural One-of-a-Kind title, thanks to its breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views of Lake Whakatipu.
2. Celebrating Fine Dining
Tripadvisor's Fine Dining category recognizes the world's most exceptional restaurants, where culinary mastery and unforgettable experiences shine. This year's list is notable for its blend of acclaimed favorites and exciting newcomers from around the globe.
Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants in the World:
- Fogón Asado – Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Izakaya High Japanese Cuisine – Palma de Mallorca, Spain
- The Witchery Restaurant – Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Abrasado – Guaymallen, Argentina
- Restaurante Marius Degustare – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- La Brasserie de La Mer – Natal, Brazil
- Revival – Charleston, United States
- Restô Canto – Armacao dos Buzios, Brazil
- KOMA Singapore – Singapore
- Fayruz Lebanese Restaurant – Cairo, Egypt
In the U.S. category, Revival in Charleston claimed the top spot, moving up from No. 4 in 2024, thanks to its creative takes on Lowcountry classics and attentive service.
Top 10 Fine Dining Restaurants in the U.S.:
- Revival – Charleston, United States
- Sazón – Santa Fe, United States
- Second Empire Restaurant & Tavern – Raleigh, United States
- Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina – Nashville, United States
- La Grande Boucherie – Chicago, United States
- Brenner's on the River Walk – San Antonio, United States
- Primal Steakhouse – Las Vegas, United States
- Club A Steakhouse – New York City
- Gallaghers Steakhouse – New York City
- Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse – Lake Charles, United States
3. Discovering Hidden Gems
This year’s Hidden Gems list shines a light on under-the-radar restaurants known for their authenticity and local charm. Indian Kitchen By R&R in Prague topped the global list for its excellent value and generous portions, while 1Kitchen in Nashville was celebrated as the best in the U.S., praised for its fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Top 10 Hidden Gems Restaurants in the World:
- Indian Kitchen By R&R – Prague, Czech Republic
- King's Restaurant – Paphos, Cyprus
- Le Favole Ristorante – Valencia, Spain
- Chefmetin Moonlightrestaurant & Steakhouse – Alanya, Türkiye
- La Trattoria Bistrô – Arraial d'Ajuda, Brazil
- Pepo Restaurant – Istanbul, Türkiye
- Negro Huitlacoxe – Tulum, Mexico
- 1 Kitchen – Nashville, United States
- Restaurante Universal – Brasilia, Brazil
- Gulhane Sark Sofrası – Istanbul, Türkiye
Top 10 Hidden Gems Restaurants in the U.S.:
- 1 Kitchen – Nashville, United States
- Urban Prime – Melbourne, United States
- Pancetta Kitchen & Wine Bar – Teaneck, United States
- The Copper Door – Hayesville, United States
- Cabbage Key – Pineland, United States
- Bungalow By The Sea – Miami Beach, United States
- Portugal Wine Bar & Grill – Palm Coast, United States
- Golden Lyon Vintage Pub – Fort Lauderdale, United States
- Trattoria Amalfi – Mystic, United States
- Hurrica Restaurant & Bar at Westpoint Harbor – Redwood City, United States
4. Pet-Friendly Dining Initiatives
Tripadvisor has also partnered with CESAR® Canine Cuisine to promote pet-friendly dining experiences, allowing travelers to enjoy meals with their furry companions. The best pet-friendly restaurant in the world is Bistro André in Valence, France, while CRAFT Key Biscayne in Florida takes the top spot in the U.S.
5. Looking Ahead
The Travelers' Choice Awards are part of Tripadvisor's broader initiative to recognize travelers' favorite experiences worldwide. The awards are determined by analyzing the quality and quantity of traveler reviews and ratings for each subcategory over a 12-month period.
Kristen Dalton, President of Tripadvisor, emphasized the significance of these awards: "Tripadvisor's Best of the Best Restaurants are celebrated for their extraordinary cuisine, attentive service, and remarkable locations, where most importantly, diners go to make special memories."
As Tripadvisor continues to guide travelers to remarkable culinary experiences, the 2025 Travelers' Choice Awards stand as a testament to the power of community-driven recommendations in the world of dining. For a complete list of the winners, visit the Tripadvisor website.
