Dining with History

In Madrid, Spain, you’ll find the Botin Restaurant. This restaurant has been recognized by the Guinness World Records as the oldest restaurant in the world, dating back to 1725. The restaurant serves traditional Spanish dishes such as cochinillo asado (roast suckling pig). Entering the restaurant is like stepping back into history and was a setting in the novel “The Sun Also Rises” by the prominent American novelist and short-story writer Ernest Hemingway.

Located in Dublin, Ireland, the Brazen Head is the oldest pub in the city, dating back to 1198. It is a historic establishment with a traditional pub atmosphere and has stone architecture and vintage décor. The restaurant serves traditional Irish cuisine and has a selection of local brews. The Brazen Head remains a beloved part of Dublin’s cultural heritage, celebrated for its warm hospitality and rich history.

Located in Statenberg, Slovenia Gostisce Gastuz is one of the oldest inns in the country, dating back to 1467. It served traditional Slovenian dishes. The decor reflects the region’s cultural heritage. Each dining experience provides a taste of the rich culinary traditions of Slovenia.

Diners enjoy La Tour d’Argent in Paris, France. It was established in 1582 and offers beautiful views of the Seine River. It is known for its classic French cuisine with dishes like pressed duck. Its rich heritage includes serving luminaries from all walks of life.

Piwnica Swidnicka in Wroclaw, Poland, keeps to classic brewing traditions. It was established in 1273 and is a classic beer cellar. It has medieval brick arches and dimly lit interiors. The menu features classic Polish dishes and an extensive selection of local brews.

Restaurant Bären Munsingen has been located in Munsingen in the Swiss countryside since 1411. The inn features original wooden beams framing the dining rooms. The menu has traditional Swiss cuisine, and their rösti potatoes and cheese fondue recipes have been passed down through generations of the same family.

Rules Restaurant in London, England, is the oldest restaurant in the city. Dating back to 1798. It caters to the theatrical crowd and has had such famous diners as Charles Dickens, H.G. Wells, and Charlie Chaplin. The walls are decorated with portraits and cartoons of famous patrons. The restaurant features classic British cuisine with game from its own estate, pies, and puddings that have not changed since Victorian times. Diners sit in red velvet surroundings.

St. Peter Stiftskeller dates back to 803 A.D. (pictured above) It is located in the heart of Salzburg, Austria. You would be dining in the same place as Charlemagne once dined. The restaurant is within St. Peter’s Abbey. Guests here are surrounded by medieval architecture and a lovely candlelit ambience. The restaurant serves authentic Austrian cuisine, which includes their famous Wiener Schnitzel.

Enjoy dining at the Sheep Heid Inn in Edinburgh, Scotland. The restaurant dates back to 1360 and is one of the oldest pubs in the country. It served traditional Scottish dishes. The restaurant has a stone facade and vintage interiors. Its classic menu includes dishes like haggis and shepherd’s pie.

Zum Franziskaner is a restaurant in Stockholm, Sweden, that was established in 1421 by German monks. It is an iconic Swedish tavern offering such classic dishes as herring and reindeer. It has vintage interiors and a beer hall atmosphere. It offers a unique blend of Swedish and German cuisine.

Visit Zur Letzten Instanz in Berlin, Germany, for fine dining. The restaurant dates back to 1621 and offers traditional German cuisine like sausages and sauerkraut. The restaurant has Old World charm with timber beams and classic décor. Rumor has it that Napoleon dined here during his campaigns.