The search for the best restaurants to eat and try the local delicacies is an important part of our travels, and if taste is combined with art, design and incredible views, the result can only be exceptional.
To make you live a breathtaking experience and transform a simple meal into an unforgettable event, today we take you to discover the 20 most spectacular and incredible restaurants around the globe, are you ready to travel around the world in 30 restaurants?
1. Guy Savoy – Paris, France
Guy Savoy's restaurant, located in the heart of Paris, is an ode to French haute cuisine. Renowned for its artichoke soup with black truffle and its flaky brioche with truffle butter, this iconic establishment celebrates the elegance and simplicity of flavors. The view of the Seine and impeccable service complete an unforgettable experience.
2. Cheval Blanc by Peter Knogl – Basel, Switzerland
Chef Peter Knogl excels in the art of marrying European, Asian and Mediterranean influences in his restaurant within the Hôtel Les Trois Rois. The purity of the flavors and the precision of the techniques make it a must for lovers of refined gastronomy.
3. The Anvil – Simon Rogan – Grange-over-Sands, United Kingdom
Nestled in the picturesque Lake District, Simon Rogan's L'Enclume stands out for its innovative approach to modern British cuisine. Using ingredients grown on his own farm, the chef creates dishes that are deeply connected to nature and the local terroir.
4. The Golden Wave – The White Horse – Saint-Tropez, France
On the shores of the Mediterranean, La Vague d'Or by Arnaud Donckele is a gastronomic experience that combines high-precision cuisine and poetry. The menus highlight the flavors of the South of France , enhanced by unparalleled technical mastery.
5. Le Bernardin – New York, United States
An icon of American gastronomy, Le Bernardin, run by Eric Ripert, is renowned for its seafood cuisine. Dishes such as lobster poached in lemon butter and raw fish preparations captivate palates with their sophisticated simplicity.
6. Lung King Heen – Hong Kong, China
The first Chinese restaurant to earn three Michelin stars, Lung King Heen, run by Chan Yan-tak, is a benchmark for Cantonese cuisine. The restaurant is famous for its impeccable dim sum and seafood dishes.
7. Matsukawa – Minato-ku, Japan
With just a few tables, Matsukawa in Tokyo embodies the perfection of kaiseki cuisine. This exclusive restaurant offers an immersion into Japanese culinary traditions, with meticulous attention to seasons and details.
8. Schwarzwaldstube – Baiersbronn, Germany
In the heart of the Black Forest, Schwarzwaldstube is a gastronomic destination that elegantly combines classic French cuisine with local German influences. The chef celebrates the authenticity of regional products with creativity.
9. SingleThread – Healdsburg, United States
Located in California, SingleThread is at the intersection of Japanese traditions and sustainable agriculture. The restaurant offers tasting menus that celebrate local ingredients and Asian culinary techniques, all in an intimate setting.
10. Atelier Moessmer – Norbert Niederkofler – Brunico, Italy
Located in the Dolomite mountains, Norbert Niederkofler’s Atelier Moessmer is a tribute to Alpine gastronomy. The Cook the Mountain concept highlights local and sustainable products, transformed with remarkable inventiveness.
11. Nautika, Dubrovnik, Croatia
The beautiful Nautika restaurant is located in Dubrovnik, on a cliff overlooking the sea. From its exclusive terraces, you can enjoy a spectacular view of the Adriatic and the fortresses of Bokar and Lovrijenac. The restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, with an eye on refined haute cuisine, prices can vary between 40 and 50 USD per person.
12. Altitude at Shangri-La, Sydney, Australia
The award-winning fine dining restaurant at the Shangri-la Hotel is located in Sydney, and enjoys spectacular panoramic views of the Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. The room's huge windows allow you to enjoy the splendid panorama, while enjoying excellent contemporary Australian cuisine based on seafood and meat, for around 60 USD per person.
13. The Grotto, Krabi, Thailand
We move to Thailand for a truly incredible restaurant, if you have always wanted to dine in a cave watching the sun set over the sea, then this is the place for you. The Grotto, or The Cave, is located under an ancient limestone cliff on the edge of Phra Nang Beach. In this extraordinary location you will have the opportunity to try excellent Thai cuisine and fresh seafood dishes, always staying in touch with nature.
14. Turandot, Moscow, Russia
A super luxurious restaurant in the centre of Moscow, Turandot is an experience to be lived, even before being a restaurant. The refined and luxurious interiors, inspired by Louis XVI, the Ming and Imperial Russia, a real riot of gold and luxurious furnishings, constitute a spectacular setting for your meal, all accompanied by the music of an all-female orchestra. The cuisine is Asian-fusion, you will find sushi, sashimi, Dim Sum and soups, the latter definitely recommended. Plan to spend around 80-100 USD per person.
15. Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant, Diani Beach, Kenya
A crazy atmosphere for a unique restaurant, at Ali Barbour's Cave Restaurant you will have the chance to dine in a 100,000 year old cave under the starry sky, surrounded by the soft light of candles, in a very romantic atmosphere. The cuisine is mainly based on fish, using the freshest raw materials, excellent crab and shellfish in general.
16. Asiate, New York City, USA
Among the most beautiful restaurants in New York you will find the fantastic panoramic restaurant Asiate , located on the 35th floor inside the Mandarin Oriental Hotel, with a spectacular view of Central Park and the skyscrapers of Manhattan. The restaurant offers excellent fusion cuisine with Asian influences, for the prices we are around 100-140 USD per person.
17. Lauda, Andronis Hotel, Santorini, Greece
A spectacular location for this restaurant in Santorini, which offers one of the most beautiful views of the caldera and the volcano from its terrace. The predominant white color, with touches of blue and red, also makes it very elegant. The restaurant offers typical Greek and Mediterranean cuisine, accompanied by a good selection of wines. Prices range between 60 and 80 euros per person.
18. Le Meurice, Paris, France
Prepare yourself for a gourmet dinner in the wonderful temple of Alain Ducasse. In the heart of the famous luxury hotel, stands this unique restaurant, awarded with 2 Michelin stars, whose decor is inspired by the royal apartments of the Palace of Versailles. The chef offers French haute cuisine, and the prices are equally starred, you can spend up to 500 USD for a 7-course dinner. Bon appétit!
19. El Farallon, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Welcome to Mexico, with one of the most beautiful panoramic sea restaurants in the world. El Farallon restaurant is located in Cabo San Lucas, hidden among the cliffs of Capella Pedregal, on the Pacific Ocean. It is an ideal place for a romantic dinner, where you can eat excellent seafood cuisine, watching the sunset over the sea in a very suggestive atmosphere. Prices are between 60-100 USD per person.
20. Sheesh Mahal, Udaipur, India
One of the most romantic locations you can find in Rajasthan, the Sheesh Mahal is located in the luxurious Leela Palace in Udaipur, from its wonderful terrace you can enjoy a beautiful view of Lake Pichola. Here you can taste excellent traditional Indian dishes, and participate in traditional ceremonies, immersed in an almost fairy-tale atmosphere, among lanterns, diffused aromas of various essences and luxury furnishings.
21. Le Jules Verne, Paris, France
A truly unique location for this Parisian restaurant, Le Jules Verne, in fact, is located on the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, perched 125 m high, where the furnishings have been scrupulously weighed to respect the maximum authorised weight. From up here you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Paris, giving you an almost dizzying perspective, all while you can taste fantastic dishes of the French culinary tradition, and sip excellent wine. Prices are around 100-150 USD per person.
22. Sirocco, Bangkok, Thailand
Back in Thailand, with what is considered one of the most beautiful panoramic restaurants in all of Asia, we are talking about the famous Sirocco restaurant. The restaurant, located on the 63rd floor of the State Tower, seems almost suspended in the air, offering a magnificent view of the city of Bangkok and the Chao Phraya River.
The designer furnishings and soft lights that change tone as the evening progresses, allow customers to enjoy a unique atmosphere. Here you can taste excellent fish dishes and traditional Thai dishes spending between 80-100 USD per person.
23. Le Panoramic, Chamonix, France
A lunch in the void, this is what comes to mind when looking at the spectacular photos of the restaurant Le Panoramic, 2500 meters from the top of Brévent, in Chamonix. This restaurant is able to offer a breathtaking view of the snow-capped peaks of Mont Blanc, in a very suggestive atmosphere, allowing you to taste excellent French cuisine (do not miss the fondue).
24. La Sponda, Positano, Italy
A magnificent terrace almost suspended over the sea, an elegant and refined room, for an extremely suggestive atmosphere. All this is La Sponda, a starred restaurant located in Positano, inside the hotel Le Sirenuse. A unique location able to give strong emotions, and from which you can admire a spectacular view of the Amalfi coast, all accompanied by excellent traditional Mediterranean cuisine, based on the quality of local ingredients. Prices are between 90 and 150 USD per person.
25. Mosaic, Bali, Indonesia
MosaicA romantic place immersed in a unique atmosphere, Mozaic is a restaurant in Ubud where you can dine in a tropical garden by candlelight, tasting the specialties of the French-American chef, who mixes local ingredients with French cuisine, creating a unique mix. The price is around 150-160 USD per person.
26. Palazzese Cave, Polignano a Mare, Italy
We are in the province of Bari, in the suggestive Grotta Palazzese which houses inside, in a unique setting in the world, a magnificent panoramic restaurant. Built in the heart of the Grotto, the restaurant directly overlooks the crystalline waters of Polignano a Mare. It is accessed from the street, via a very narrow staircase carved into the rock. A dream environment, where you will be served a classy and refined cuisine, which draws heavily from the Apulian tradition. The price is from 150 USD and up.
27. The Rock, Zanzibar
This incredible restaurant in Zanzibar will give you a unique experience: that of having lunch directly in the middle of the sea, on a rock. As the name itself suggests, in fact, The Rock is located on a rock not far from the shore of the beautiful Michanwi Pingwe beach . Here you can enjoy excellent cocktails, and try delicious international fish dishes. The price is a little higher than the average in Zanzibar, and varies between 50 and 60 USD per person.
28. The Dining Pod, Koh Kood, Thailand
Another unique and spectacular location in Thailand. On the island of Koh Kood you will find the fantastic restaurant The Dining Pod, where you can live an unforgettable experience, dining sitting in a bamboo nest raised between the trees of the rainforest at a rather high height, from which you can admire the splendid panorama of the crystalline waters of the island. An incredible place to live a real experience in contact with nature in a unique context. The restaurant offers excellent seasonal cuisine typical of the place.
29. Le Barachois, Prince Maurice, Mauritius
A charming restaurant located in Mauritius, Le Barachois offers its guests a wonderful view: you can dine "floating" on the beautiful turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean, enjoying the spectacle of nature, as well as taking romantic walks along a walkway lit by lanterns. The cuisine here is seafood, and a four-course dinner will cost you around 50-60 USD per person.
30. Skyline, Queenstown, New Zealand
We close the list with another super panoramic restaurant. The Skyline Gondola is famous for being the fastest cable car in the southern hemisphere, and it is the means that will take you to this fantastic restaurant with a view of the entire city of Queenstown. At the Skyline restaurant you can try New Zealand cuisine, enjoying the fantastic view of the city, with the surrounding mountain ranges and Lake Wakatipu. An incredible place, where you can truly feel on top of the world.
