My personal no-gatekeeping list of spots that actually lived up to the hype. I’m picky about vibes AND food, so these are the ones that made the cut for my travel scrapbooks. Warning: Some of these need a reservation weeks in advance, but I promise t...
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Seoul 🇰🇷
London 🇬🇧
I came for the pink marble floors but stayed for the lobster pasta. 🍝 It feels like you’re dining in a fancy Italian conservatory. Tip: Wear your cutest trench coat; the South Ken neighborhood walk afterward is basically a movie set
Daphne's
The 2026 'It' spot. It’s a tiny Korean joint that feels so local and cool. Get the beef tartare (yughwe)—it was the highlight of my trip. It’s tucked away in Hackney, so it feels like a total hidden gem🥩🌿
Miga
Michelin-starred Mexican food that uses British ingredients🌮 The interiors are warm, earthy, and perfect for a moody dinner photo
KOL
A 24/7 institution🥯 Get the salt beef bagel after a night out. It’s cheap, iconic, and the ultimate London 'rite of passage'
Beigel Bake
Paris 🇫🇷
I know, I know... Japanese food in Paris? But the rooftop views at sunset are unbeatable. 🌅 It’s fun, shareable, and much less 'stiff' than the traditional bistros. Perfect for a girls' night out
Kinugawa Rive Gauche
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Okay, the line is usually a nightmare, but the hot chocolate is basically melted diamonds. 🍫 Don't skip the Mont-Blanc pastry either. I felt like royalty sitting in here
Angelina Paris | Rivoli
If you want to splurge on one 'Grand Finale' dinner, this is it🥂 The sauces are legendary. It’s right on the Seine, so the views are pure magic
Plénitude
The best onion soup in the city, period🥣 It’s cozy, crowded, and exactly what you imagine when you think of a Parisian bistro
Comptoir de la Gastronomie
The pinnacle of 'Instagram worthy' ☕️ Luxury fashion meets latte art. The rooftop garden is the best place to rest your feet after shopping
Monsieur Dior by Yannick Alléno
New York City 🗽
The Butter Chicken Experience here changed my life. Period🍛 It’s vibrant, loud, and the food is so authentic it hurts. Book this the second you confirm your flights because reservations vanish
Adda
Is it basic? Maybe. Is it the most aesthetic coffee shot in the city? 100%☕️ Stick to the iced latte and enjoy the people-watching on the Upper East Side. It’s peak 'Clean Girl' energy
Ralph's Coffee
Voted #1 in 2026 for a reason🍝 The caramelized onion tortelloni is the best thing I’ve eaten all year. The vibe is elevated but not stiff
Ci Siamo
The line is long, but the burrata slice is worth the wait 🍕 Grab a box and head to a nearby pier to watch the sunset
L’industrie Pizzeria West Village
A 64th-floor cocktail bar that literally feels like you’re in the clouds🍸 Best views of the skyline without the tourist crowds of the Empire State Building
Overstory
Tokyo 🇯🇵
Interactive dinner and a show! They cook over charcoal right in front of you. It’s intimate (only 13 seats!) and feels very 'Old Tokyo' meets modern luxury. Such a core memory
SUMI
Modern French cooking with Japanese precision🥂 It’s consistently one of the hardest tables to get in Tokyo, so book at least 2 months out!
SÉZANNE
The sleek 'little sister' to Aman 🥩 It’s all about live-fire cooking and incredible architecture. Very 'Quiet Luxury' vibes
Janu Grill
Seoul 🇰🇷
The viral bread shop everyone is posting about 🍞 The architecture is stunning, and the fresh-baked scent hits you from a block away
Standard Bread
My favorite 'no phones' cafe☕️ It’s a place to actually sit and enjoy your coffee. Perfect for a digital detox mid-trip