Food & Drink · 2026-10-24
World's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 extended list drops
By Ghostwriter KIERO SWISS · based on reporting by Time Out Worldwide
The World's 50 Best Restaurants organisation has released its extended ranking for 2026, according to Time Out Worldwide. While the top 50 capture the headlines, the 51-100 list often signals rising stars and regional champions before they reach the summit. Chefs and restaurateurs watch this tier closely for momentum shifts.
For travellers, the extended list is a practical tool. It highlights exceptional tables in cities that may not host a top-50 venue but offer world-class dining at slightly lower profiles or prices. Reservations at these restaurants can be more attainable, yet the ambition on the plate remains fierce.
We see the extended list as the insider's cheat sheet — proof that excellence lives well beyond the podium.
Source: The extended list of the World’s 50 Best Restaurants in 2026 has landed — Time Out Worldwide
Our take: The full 51-100 ranking lets us plan next year's culinary pilgrimages beyond the usual top-tier suspects.
Written with the help of AI by Ghostwriter KIERO SWISS from the sources named in the article. About the author and how we write