PAZ
Creative · Tórshavn
Restaurant in Tórshavn, Faroe Islands
The Read
North Atlantic Terroir Precision
Price
€€€€
Chef
Poul Andrias Ziska
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
PAZ holds two Michelin stars (2025) under chef Poul Andrias Ziska, making it the reference point for creative fine dining in the Faroe Islands. At €€€€ pricing with near-impossible availability, it is a destination booking that requires planning months ahead. Book Ræst as backup if PAZ is full.
About PAZ
The Verdict
If you are comparing PAZ against other Faroese fine dining options, the conversation is short: PAZ is operating at a different level. Chef Poul Andrias Ziska holds two Michelin stars as of 2025, making this one of the most decorated restaurants in the North Atlantic and the reference point for creative dining in Tórshavn. At €€€€ pricing, it is not the entry point into Faroese cuisine; ROKS and Ræst serve that function; but if a special occasion or a serious culinary destination is your reason for travelling to the Faroes, PAZ is the booking that justifies the journey.
Portrait
PAZ sits at Doktara Jakobsens gøta in central Tórshavn, a city that punches well above its weight for a North Atlantic capital of roughly 22,000 people. The restaurant earned its second Michelin star in 2025, a meaningful recent milestone that confirms Ziska's kitchen has moved beyond regional novelty and into the conversation with two-star peers across Europe, places like Jordnær in Gentofte or JAN in Munich. The second star is not just a credential; it is a signal that the ambition here is consistent and technically grounded enough to be repeated visit after visit.
The atmosphere at PAZ is what you would expect from a two-star room that knows its setting matters as much as the plate. The Faroes carry a particular quality of light and silence, the islands sit in a near-constant state of weather drama, the dining room at PAZ reflects that energy inward rather than trying to compete with it. Expect a composed, quiet room where conversation carries easily. This is not a high-energy buzzing restaurant; the mood is deliberate, almost ceremonial, which makes it well-suited to anniversary dinners, important business meals, or any occasion where the food is meant to be the centre of attention rather than the backdrop to a social event. If you want noise and informality, ROKS is the right call.
The creative cuisine at PAZ is grounded in Faroese ingredients, the Faroes produce some of the North Atlantic's most consistent seafood, lamb, foraged produce, but the kitchen's approach is not a folklore exercise. Ziska's cooking has been compared in critical circles to the broader Nordic creative movement that runs through restaurants like Noma in Copenhagen, though PAZ has its own distinct identity shaped by the island geography and Ziska's own development as a chef. The two-star rating in 2025 confirms that the technical execution has kept pace with the ambition.
On the wine program: at €€€€ pricing in a two-star context, you should expect a list with real depth, PAZ's isolated location actually makes the wine selection a more consequential part of the experience than it would be in a city with multiple fine wine alternatives nearby. A well-constructed wine pairing at this level is worth taking seriously, it tends to be the single decision that separates a great meal from a merely expensive one. At comparable two-star European rooms such as Enrico Bartolini in Milan or Steirereck in Vienna, the wine pairing represents a significant percentage of the per-head spend and is generally the right choice for first-time visitors. The same logic applies here: if you are spending at the €€€€ level in Tórshavn, commit to the pairing rather than ordering by the glass.
The practical reality of booking PAZ is that availability is tight, classified here as near impossible, which matters more than usual given that Tórshavn is not a city you visit casually. Most diners are flying in specifically for this experience, arriving without a confirmed reservation is not a viable strategy. Plan your travel dates around the restaurant, not the other way around. Check booking availability as far in advance as your travel window allows, build in a backup plan: Ræst or Áarstova are worth having confirmed if PAZ falls through.
For context on how PAZ sits within the broader creative dining map of Europe: the two-star level puts it in the same tier as Cocina Hermanos Torres in Barcelona, Quique Dacosta in Dénia, and Arpège in Paris. That is the competitive set. The Faroese setting adds a dimension of remoteness and ingredient specificity that none of those restaurants can replicate, which is either a reason to prioritise PAZ over a Paris booking or an irrelevance depending on what you are optimising for. If you are building a serious fine-dining itinerary through Northern Europe, PAZ belongs on the same list as Alléno Paris au Pavillon Ledoyen and The Fat Duck in Bray, not as a compromise, but as a peer.
Booking & Practical Details
PAZ is located at Doktara Jakobsens gøta 14–16, Tórshavn 100, Faroe Islands. Booking difficulty is near impossible, treat this as a destination that requires planning months in advance, particularly if you are coordinating with flights into Vágar Airport. See our full Tórshavn restaurants guide for broader dining context, our Tórshavn hotels guide for accommodation near the restaurant. For pre- or post-dinner options, the Tórshavn bars guide covers what to do with the evening. Wine-focused travellers may also want to check the Tórshavn wineries guide and experiences guide.
Comparison: PAZ vs. Tórshavn Alternatives
| Venue | Price | Cuisine | Booking Difficulty | Leading For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PAZ | €€€€ | Creative | Near Impossible | Special occasion, destination dining |
| Ræst | €€€ | New Nordic, Creative | Moderate | Faroese character, more accessible price |
| Áarstova | Not listed | New Nordic | Moderate | Traditional Faroese, relaxed setting |
| ROKS | €€ | Seafood | Easier | Casual seafood, lower spend |
Planning details
- Location
- Doktara Jakobsens gøta, 14 16, Tórshavn 100, Faroe Islands
- Website
- paz.fo
- Phone
- +298 500610
The take
The Take
The Vibe
PAZ presents a quietly rigorous form of Faroese fine dining that foregrounds place rather than technique for effect. Sitting on a headland in a small capital, the restaurant reads as refined and restrained: the writing emphasizes technical excellence—two Michelin stars—and a minimal aesthetic that lets fermented, air‑dried and salted ingredients do the talking. The kitchen’s approach feels scholarly without being showy, turning local preservation methods into the house language. The result is an intimate, scenic dining experience in which the landscape and the seasons are the main props, and the cuisine’s precision reveals itself gradually across a composed service.
Best For
PAZ is best suited to celebratory evenings and other nights when the meal itself is the point. The two‑Michelin‑star credential and comparisons to highly technical European peers position it for special‑occasion dining, date nights and formal business meals where provenance and technical rigor matter. Guests come to engage with Faroese ingredients presented at an elevated level—think bold, preserved flavors and rare local species—rather than quick, casual plates. Expect a focused, deliberate service rhythm and plates that reward attentive tasting and discussion about method and origin.
Ordering Tips
The kitchen privileges native preservation techniques—fermentation, air‑drying and salting—so lean into those flavors when choosing dishes. Signature items like Ræst kjøt and Ræstur fiskur og garnatálg are direct expressions of the archipelago’s culinary history, and the Langoustine with celeriac highlights the restaurant’s ability to pair pure local seafood with disciplined seasoning. If you’re curious about Faroese technique and taste, order dishes that reference traditional preservation or explicitly list local products; the menu is written as a conversation about place, so let the ingredient statements guide your choices.
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Recognition and awards
Restaurant context
PAZ and Ræst are the two serious fine-dining options in Tórshavn, but they are not interchangeable. PAZ operates at two-Michelin-star level with €€€€ pricing and near-impossible availability; it is a destination restaurant in the full sense, suitable for special occasions where the meal is the primary purpose of the trip. Ræst is New Nordic and creative at €€€, easier to book, carries its own strong Faroese identity. If your visit to Tórshavn is about exploring the islands and you want one serious dinner, Ræst is the more achievable and still genuinely rewarding choice. If the two-star experience is the point, PAZ is the only option.
Áarstova offers a different register entirely; traditional Faroese cooking in a relaxed setting, without the tasting-menu formality or the price point of PAZ. It is not competing for the same occasion. Consider it for lunch, a first night in the city, or if your group includes diners who would find the PAZ format uncomfortable. ROKS at €€ is a casual seafood option; the right call for an informal meal or a lower-spend evening, but not a substitute for PAZ when a special occasion is the driver.
For most visitors making a deliberate trip to the Faroes, the practical recommendation is this: lock in PAZ first, then build the rest of your dining around it using Ræst and Áarstova for the other nights. Attempting to replace PAZ with a combination of less expensive options does not replicate the experience; the two-star standard is a distinct category, in Tórshavn, PAZ is the only restaurant operating at it.
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Compare PAZ
| Venue | Awards | Price |
|---|---|---|
| PAZ | 2026 OAD Top New Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #132026 Conde Nast Traveler Hot List Restaurants2026 OAD Newly Added European Restaurants2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2026 White Guide Denmark Restaurants - Global Masters Level2025 The Best Chef One Knife2025 Michelin 2 Stars | €€€€ |
| Ræst | No published awards | €€€ |
| Áarstova | 2026 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #6462024 OAD Top Restaurants in Europe Ranked · #5422023 OAD Casual in Europe Recommended | |
| ROKS | Star Wine Lists 20262026 White Guide Denmark Restaurants - Masters Level2025 Michelin Plate2024 Michelin Plate | €€ |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at PAZ?
PAZ operates as a tasting menu format under Chef Poul Andrias Ziska, so ordering is not à la carte; the kitchen sets the progression. Specific dishes are not documented in available venue data, but the creative cuisine designation reflects a kitchen working with Faroese ingredients at a two-Michelin-star level. Arrive hungry and allocate a full evening.
Does PAZ handle dietary restrictions?
Specific dietary accommodation policies are not publicly documented for PAZ. At a two-Michelin-star level, most kitchens of this calibre accommodate restrictions when notified at booking; contact them directly at the time of reservation and confirm requirements in advance rather than on the night.
What should a first-timer know about PAZ?
The biggest practical challenge is getting a table: PAZ is among the most sought-after bookings in the North Atlantic, the two-Michelin-star status (2025) means demand far exceeds capacity. Plan your Tórshavn trip around the reservation, not the other way around. At €€€€ pricing, this is a destination meal, not a casual dinner; treat it as the centrepiece of your visit.
Is the tasting menu worth it at PAZ?
For a restaurant at the two-Michelin-star level in a city of 22,000 people, PAZ represents something genuinely rare: serious culinary credentials in a destination most diners would not otherwise visit. The €€€€ price point is steep, but within the context of what Michelin two-star dining costs in Copenhagen or London, it is competitive. If you are making the trip to the Faroe Islands, skipping PAZ is the wrong call.
What are alternatives to PAZ in Tórshavn?
Ræst is the closest alternative for Faroese-focused cooking with a strong local reputation, though it operates well below PAZ's Michelin standing. Áarstova is a better fit if you want a more accessible, traditional Faroese meal without the fine dining format or price tag. ROKS skews more casual and works for a second night out when you want something lower-commitment than a full tasting menu.
