Turin, Italy – The much-anticipated 2025 edition of The World’s 50 Best Restaurants has been officially announced, unveiling the top names shaping the global fine dining scene. Held on June 19 in Turin, the event marked the 23rd year of the prestigious ranking often dubbed the “Oscars of gastronomy.”
This year’s winner is Maido, a Nikkei cuisine powerhouse based in Lima, Peru. Under the leadership of Chef Mitsuharu “Micha” Tsumura, Maido climbed from fifth place in 2024 to the very top, thanks to its sophisticated fusion of Japanese culinary techniques with bold Peruvian ingredients. “This marks Maido’s 16th year in operation, and it’s still evolving,” Tsumura noted during the award ceremony.
Global and Regional Highlights
The 2025 list features restaurants from 32 cities across 22 countries, including 10 newcomers and 4 re-entries. The top five is dominated by Latin America and Europe, with Asador Etxebarri (Spain), Quintonil (Mexico), Diverxo (Spain), and Alchemist (Denmark) rounding out the elite circle.
Asia continues to assert its presence. Gaggan in Bangkok ranks 6th, representing modern Indian cuisine through the vision of Chef Gaggan Anand. Another Bangkok-based restaurant, Potong, made its debut at No. 13. Founded in 2021 by Chef Pichaya “Pam” Soontornyanakij in the city’s Chinatown, Potong is celebrated for its Thai-Chinese innovation and Michelin recognition.
Japan also performed well, with Sézanne (Tokyo) at No. 7 and Narisawa (Tokyo) at No. 21. Meanwhile, Singapore’s Odette maintained its global relevance, landing at No. 25.
Indonesia’s Absence, But Not Without Recognition
Despite growing international interest in Southeast Asian cuisine, no Indonesian restaurant appeared on the 2025 global list. However, Jakarta-based August, co-founded by Budi Cahyadi and Hans Christian, was previously ranked No. 49 in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, affirming Indonesia’s emerging culinary credibility within the region.
Full Top 5 of 2025 World’s 50 Best Restaurants:
- Maido – Lima, Peru
- Asador Etxebarri – Atxondo, Spain
- Quintonil – Mexico City, Mexico
- Diverxo – Madrid, Spain
- Alchemist – Copenhagen, Denmark
The full list continues with celebrated establishments from France, Japan, Argentina, the UK, and more. The rise of Bangkok as a culinary capital is particularly notable, with five entries in the top 50—more than any other Asian city.
While Indonesia’s representation remains regional for now, the upward trajectory of restaurants like August signals potential for future global recognition. As the fine dining world continues to diversify, Southeast Asia’s culinary scene is undoubtedly one to watch.
