Two Indian diners feature among world’s best restaurants; check where they are located
3 min read 21 Jun 2023, 12:53 PM ISTLima's Central has been named the world's best restaurant, according to World's 50 Best list, with two Indian restaurants also featuring in the top 20.
PremiumCentral, a renowned restaurant located in the Peru capital Lima, has claimed the title of the world's best restaurant, according to the prestigious World's 50 Best list. Led by chef Virgilio Martinez, Central takes diners on a captivating culinary journey through Peru's diverse landscape.
There are two Indian restaurants that have been featured in the world’s best list. The first one is Trèsind Studio, an avant-garde Indian dining establishment, which impressively secured the 11th position. As per its official website, it is the only Indian two Michelin-starred restaurant in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
The second Indian restaurant on the list is Gaggan Anand in Bangkok, Thailand. Named after its owner, the diner is run by a Kolkata-born Indian chef who has featured in Netflix’s Chef's Table. Following his separation from the renowned restaurant named Gaggan, Anand embarked on a new venture in Bangkok, aptly named 'Gaggan Anand,' which officially opened its doors on November 1, 2019.
This announcement of the world’s best restaurants marks a significant shift in the culinary landscape, as Copenhagen, the previous epicentre of gastronomy, relinquishes its top position after a two-year reign.
Securing the second spot on the list is Disfrutar in Barcelona, helmed by chefs Oriol Castro, Mateu Casañas, and Eduard Xatruch, all esteemed alumni of the renowned El Bulli, according to Fortune.
This year's list also brings recognition to Dubai, as two restaurants from the city make their inaugural appearance in the top 50. Orfali Bros. Bistro is the other entry from Dubai along with Trèsind Studio. The innovative Syrian restaurant created by a group of talented brothers, sits at number 46.
The World's 50 Best list serves as a definitive guide to the most exceptional culinary experiences worldwide, celebrating the creativity, skill, and innovation exhibited by talented chefs and their teams. This year's rankings highlight the remarkable contributions of Lima, Spain and Dubai to the global culinary scene, further solidifying their status as premier dining destinations for discerning food enthusiasts.
Here are the top 30 restaurants in the world, as per the list.
| Rank | Restaurant Name | Location | Prev Rank |
| 1 | Central | Lima, Peru | 2 |
| 2 | Disfrutar | Barcelona, Spain | 3 |
| 3 | Diverxo | Madrid, Spain | 4 |
| 4 | Asador Etxebarri | Axpe, Spain | 6 |
| 5 | Alchemist | Copenhagen, Denmark | 18 |
| 6 | Maido | Lima, Peru | 11 |
| 7 | Lido 84 | Gardone Riviera, Italy | 8 |
| 8 | Atomix | New York, US | 33 |
| 9 | Quintonil | Mexico City, Mexico | 9 |
| 10 | Table by Bruno Verjus | Paris, France | 77 |
| 11 | Trèsind Studio | Dubai, UAE | 57 |
| 12 | A Casa do Porco | São Paulo, Brazil | 7 |
| 13 | Pujol | Mexico City, Mexico | 5 |
| 14 | Odette | Singapore | 36 |
| 15 | Le Du | Bangkok, Thailand | 65 |
| 16 | Reale | Castel di Sangro, Italy | 15 |
| 17 | Gaggan Anand | Bangkok, Thailand | - |
| 18 | Steirereck | Vienna, Austria | 13 |
| 19 | Don Julio | Buenos Aires, Argentina | 14 |
| 20 | Quique Dacosta | Denia, Spain | 42 |
| 21 | Den | Tokyo, Japan | 20 |
| 22 | Elkano | Getaria, Spain | 16 |
| 23 | Kol | London, UK | 73 |
| 24 | Septime | Paris, France | 22 |
| 25 | Belcanto | Lisbon, Spain | 46 |
| 26 | Schloss Schauenstein | Fürstenau, Switzerland | 40 |
| 27 | Florilège | Tokyo, Japan | 30 |
| 28 | Kjolle | Lima, Peru | - |
| 29 | Boragó | Santiago, Chile | 43 |
| 30 | Frantzén | Stockholm, Sweden | 25 |