Asador Etxebarri ranked world's best restaurant in 2026
The Spanish restaurant Asador Etxebarri has taken the top spot in the 2026 edition of The World's 50 Best Restaurants list, announced at a ceremony in Lima.
Asador Etxebarri, based in Atxondo, Spain, has been named the world's best restaurant in the 2026 The World's 50 Best Restaurants rankings. The results were revealed during a ceremony held in Lima, Peru, on November 5.
The restaurant is widely noted for its focus on wood-fired grilling and minimalist preparation techniques. Its top ranking reinforces the status of Basque cuisine within the global fine-dining sector.
The list is curated by an international panel of industry experts and food critics. Achieving the number one position marks a significant milestone for the establishment, which has consistently been cited in international culinary rankings over the past decade.