Asador Etxebarri

Asador Etxebarri has just been crowned No.2 in the World's 50 Best 2025, a testament to chef Victor Arguinzoniz's relentless obsession with wood-fired perfection. Arguinzoniz, who famously built his own grills to exacting specifications, has turned grilling into a high art—each ingredient, from the olive oil to the seafood, is treated with a precision that borders on fanatical. Diners travel from around the globe to this remote Basque country restaurant, where the menu is a testament to the transformative power of fire and the chef's unyielding pursuit of flavor. Honestly, if you haven't heard of Etxebarri yet, consider this your wake-up call—this is the pinnacle of grilling, and it's not just a meal, it's a pilgrimage.