Junco

With a convenient setting among the banks and civic offices on Kirchberg Plateau, Junco is a warm, welcoming destination restaurant and bar providing a haven from the bustle of busy working days in the European Parliament or Court of Justice.

Designed in inviting Mediterranean style with rattan furniture and splashes of deep blue and warm russet, the dining room is filled with soothing music and overlooks a leafy terrace for summer dining.

Under the watchful eye of Chef Alexis Julien, the seasonal menu showcases creative modern takes on Portuguese-inspired dishes; order sea bream ceviche served with kiwi and passionfruit or try cod en croûte with vegetables and a creamy marinière sauce.

As the day segues into evening, the tunes turn to bossa nova as the cocktail bar fills up for afterwork get-togethers or drinks before concerts at the Philharmonie Luxembourg. Reflecting the restaurant's Portuguese inspiration, its signature cocktail is the Lisbon Club, featuring tawny port from Porto, gin, raspberry purée and lemon juice the perfect accompaniment to tapas sharing plates or Lisbon's favourite sweet treat, the delectable pastel de nata custard tart.