As we head into summer we are busy advising, recommending and booking holidays and getaways for our members. Every year our global restaurant guide grows, as the hottest new spots arrive to compete with the traditional favourites, and our members also keep us up to date with what they’re looking to try.
We cover hundreds of vacation destinations, but there are a few that remain popular every summer, not only as fantastic islands and resorts but also because of their incredible restaurant scenes.
We couldn’t list all of them, but we thought we would give you a snapshot of what’s hot right now, this summer, across a few of our favourite destinations.
Ibiza
Ibiza might be known for its vibrant nightlife, but way beyond the party scene is an island known for being a destination for luxury travellers, and is especially popular with MCC members. Ibiza has beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, upscale restaurants, boutique shops and VIP clubs, and historic sites such as the Dalt Vila, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s also famous for having some of the best seafood restaurants in the Mediterranean.
Cipriani Ibiza
Luxury hotel and restaurant with Mediterranean views, and a traditional Italian menu enjoyed by an international crowd.
Novikov Ibiza
Located in Marina Botafoch, with an exclusive selection of dishes inspired by Chinese and PanAsian cuisine
Zuma Ibiza
Southeast coast, fine dining modern Japanese with a chic open-air terrace offering stunning marina views.
La Cava Ibiza
In the heart of the old town, Mediterranean dishes including seafood, grilled meats, pasta and tapas, and also houses a gourmet shop.
Bottega II Buco
Stylish Italian restaurant specializing in its homemade pasta, wood-fired pizzas and antipasti.
Es moli del sal
Upscale restaurant specialising in local authentic cuisine, located in a former salt mill with panoramic sea views, offering a unique Balearic experience.
Juan Andreas
Trendy beach club with Mediterranean menu, laid-back atmosphere but sometimes hosts live music events.
Restaurante Camí de Balafia
Rustic tavern serving traditional Ibizan cuisine, with a peaceful atmosphere located in Sant Joan de Labritja
Chambao By the Beach @ Nobu Hotel
Beachfront restaurant with a Japanese-Peruvian fusion menu, with a Mediterranean twist. A more laid back take on the Nobu experience.
Cannes
Cannes is well known for its media and trade festivals, including the world-renowned Cannes Film Festival. But outside of the bustle of its seafront promenade, the winding backstreets of Cannes and the charming historic district of Suquet offer a more traditional view of the Riveria, with its colourful buildings and Provençal architecture. Home also to some of the best gourmet restaurants and high-end shopping that France has to offer.
Le Maschou
Traditional French cuisine with classic French dishes such as escargot, foie gras and coq au vin, located in the heart of Le Suquet
LPM
Popular and well known for its Mediterranean cuisine and upscale dining experience, including a variety of seafood and mezze dishes
Anna
Greek restaurant on the prestigious Boulevard de la Croisette, with beloved traditional recipes given a new twist.
Zuma
Modern take on Japanese including sushi, sashimi and robata, with stunning terrace views and a private dining area
Monaco
Just a short drive from Cannes along the beautiful cliffs of the Riviera, lies Monaco, known for its glamorous casinos, upscale hotels, luxury yacht-lined harbor, and of course the prestigious Grand Prix motor race. The city-state is filled with opulent palaces and stunning architecture but also boasts Michelin-starred restaurants. A playground for the rich and famous, but also for avid food travellers.
Song Qi
Chic and stylish Asian-fusion restaurant with a modern twist on traditional dishes
Beef Bar
Known for its high quality beef dishes in a luxurious setting, with elegant architecture, a chilled atmosphere and gorgeous view of the Mediterranean Sea.
Nobu Monte Carlo
Known globally for its unique blend of Peruvian and Japanese cuisine, in a luxury setting
Em Sherif
Authentic Middle Eastern culinary experience inside the luxurious and historic Hotel de Paris
Maison FonFon
Lively, colourful yet cosy restaurant known for its high-quality Mediterranean cuisine
Saint Tropez
In the other direction from Monaco along the coast lies the coastal town of Saint Tropez, known for beautiful sandy beachs, vibrant and diverse nightlife and plenty of high-end boutiques and restaurants. Popular with celebrities and socialites, not only for its lively atmosphere but for its rich cultural heritage, with historic sites such as the Citadel of Saint Tropez and the Musée de l'Annonciade.
Verde Beach
Chic beach club with stunning seaside views with fresh seafood favourites such as ceviche and classic dishes
Cucina Byblos
Fine dining Italian and Mediterranean cuisine located at the Hotel Byblos
Salama
A unique blend of Oriental and Moroccan cuisine, great for sharing plates with interesting fusion recipes and creations
Beef Bar
Known for its high quality beef dishes in a luxurious and sophisticated atmosphere
Noto
Trendy, chic restaurant with a mediterranean-inspired cuisine with a focus on Italian-style mezze
Capri
This picturesque island located off the coast of Italy in the Tyrrhenian Sea is known for its stunning natural beauty, including rugged coastline, crystal-clear waters, and lush vegetation. A destination for luxury travellers, Capri is filled with upscale shops and hotels, and iconic sites such as the Blue Grotto, a sea cave illuminated by a unique blue light, and the Gardens of Augustus, offering panoramic views of the island. The charming old town with its narrow alleyways, elegant piazzas, and historic landmarks like the Villa San Michele offer a stunning backdrop to its popular restaurants.
Il Riccio
Enjoy fresh Mediterranean seafood on their idyllic terrace, overlooking the fabled Blue Grotto.
Terrazza Brunella
Now called L’Agave, with a fresh take on its Italian cuisine. Situated in the five star Hotel Brunella with breathtaking terrace views of Marina Piccola
La Capannina
Caprese-inspired antipasti, pasta, meat & seafood at a cozy 1930s trattoria in the charming town of Anacapri.
Conca del Sogno
Iconic restaurant on the Capri coastline known for its fresh seafood, that takes pride in its local ingredients and dedication to the traditions of Italian and Caprese cuisine.
Da Paolina
Waterfront restaurant serving Caprese salad and seafood in a courtyard fringed with lemon trees, known for its atmosphere and ambience.
Milan
Aside from being a fashion capital, Milan is also a global business hub and as such is a sprawling, diverse, modern city. The fashion industry in particular has transformed the city’s backdrop with its famous designer houses, luxury boutiques, and in turn attracting high end hotels and restaurants for its discerning travellers. Milan is also home to iconic landmarks such as the Gothic Duomo cathedral, the opera house La Scala, and the historic Sforza Castle, and is a destination for cultural events, art exhibitions and international trade fairs, attracting people from all over the world.
Zelo Four Seasons
Luxurious and elegant hotel with gourmet Italian dishes and a sophisticated atmosphere offering the best fine dining in Italy.
Seta
Located in the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in central Milan, that creatively combines Italian and Oriental flavours and ingredients.
Il Luogo Di Aimo
Authentic Tuscan cuisine located near Parco Sempione, known for its homemade Pasta dishes, charcuterie and cheese boards and traditional meat and fish dishes.
Da Noi In
Located at the five star Magna Pars Hotel, with a focus on modern, creative Italian dishes served with traditional Italian hospitality.
Nobu
Nobu’s famed Peruvian-Japanese fusion dishes by Nobu Matsuhisa remains popular with MCC members in all of its location around the world.
Florence
Located in the Tuscany region of Italy, Florence is known for its stunning Renaissance art and architecture, including iconic sites such as the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio bridge. Florence was home to legendary artists such as Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli, and their works can still be admired throughout the city. The streets are lined with boutiques, cafes and restaurants and the Tuscan cuisine is popular with both locals and travellers.
La Giostra
Charming and romantic restaurant known for its cosy atmosphere and Tuscan cuisine, owned by the royal Habsburg-Lorraine family, adding to its reputation.
Osteria di Passignano
Nestled between two vineyards in the heart of Osteria di Passignano, with a traditional Tuscan cuisine that has been awarded its Michelin star every year since 2007.
4 Leoni
Typical Tuscan cuisine located in a lively Plaza popular with locals, this is fine dining Italian with a focus on natural, locally-sourced ingredients.
Obica
Restaurant and mozzarella bar known for its casual and contemporary Italian food and pizzeria right in the heart of Florence, in via de' Tornabuoni.
Trattoria Cammillo
Renowned historic restaurant that has been serving Tuscan cuisine since the late 1940s, offering homemade pasta dishes such as ribollita, pappa al pomodoro and pappardelle al cinghiale.
Do you have recommendations for us, or feedback on these restaurants? Want to know what other restaurants we book in these places, or perhaps another destination that you're looking at? We always love to hear from you. Contact the bookings team or follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn!
