The location of The Rock restaurant is as impressive as the views surrounding it. Quite literally sat on a rock, the restaurant is accessed by small boats where guests have an exclusive experience of being the very few at the restaurant and on the rock itself. While dining on sensational dishes, guests can take in the beauty that is Michanwi Pingwe beach.
True to its name, the Sensational Panorama Restaurant in Africa boasts some of the most incredible views to take in while wining and dining in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a long day out on safari or on a bush walk, it’s the ideal place to sit back, relax and take in the nature as the animals turn in for the night and the sun goes down.
Le Panoramic sits on the summit of Le Brévent – a mountain with an altitude of 2,525 meters above sea level – so naturally, the views are breathtaking. If the views aren’t enough to get you there, then the variety of food should; you can choose from anything from pasta and soup to steak and foie gras. Don’t worry though, it’s accessible for pedestrians via gondola and cable car, so you don’t need to climb to get you to the top.
Bali might not have been featured on Eat Pray Love, but restaurants like La View in the Indonesian town Ubud definitely put the it on the culinary map. The split-level setting with an outdoor terrace sits in among the forest and offers intimate wining and dining experiences. There’s even a Twilight Dinner, which is said to make you feel you're flying over the Ayung River Valley. On the menu is gourmet cuisine that transcends South East Asia with a distinct French infusion.
Fangweng Restaurant is in the happy Valley of the Xiling Gorge, a scenic stretch of cliffs, caves and parkland where the Chang Jiang River flows into the Yangtze. The restaurant caves into a cliff where the floor hangs several hundred feet above the ground. For the daredevils, a bungee jumping platform is nearby.
This incredible restaurant, offering the finest Mediterranean and local cuisine, is in an exclusive location taking in stunning views of the Aegean Sea. Beyond the sea you'll be able to see the volcano and the spectacular sunset at the close of the day. Caldera serves traditional dishes made with quality local produce, combined with a selection of local wine.
This cliffside fine dining experience at El Farallón is part of The Resort at Pedregal. El Farallon, meaning ‘a rock that comes out of the ocean’, is the most sought after dinner location in Los Cabos and offers fresh fish caught daily by local fisherman. Views span across the Pacific Ocean, as well as the mountainous terrain inland.
As the signature restaurant at Al Faisaliah Hotel, The Globe is located in the spectacular golden sphere and is the epitome of destination dining. A feeling of ‘on top of the world’ overwhelms guests as they take their seats and appreciate the unique perspective of the Kingdom's first city.
The food at the Ithaa Undersea Restaurant in the Maldives is not the only thing to excite the senses. Watching sea life swim around you while indulging in a multi-course meal with caviar and cocktails, will definitely have you in awe. Dining here is such a beautiful experience that the New York Daily News rated it as “the most beautiful restaurant in the world” in 2014.
Floor-to-ceiling windows take full advantage of the fact that Sierra Mar is perched high atop a cliff edge. While being served a selection of fine Californian cuisine, the breathtaking sea views as far as the eye can see will give you the sense of being on the edge of the world. Menu items are complimented with selections from its award-winning wine cellar.
As the name suggests, 360° Piz Gloria in Switzerland offers guests panoramic views for miles, with the restaurant’s table service rotating on its own axis in 45 minutes. As guests spin around they take in mountainous views that include more than 200 mountain peaks.
Chef Gonzalo Ruiz wows guests with his culinary delights while the skyscrapers and panoramic city views of Bangkok keep other senses satisfied. As the world’s highest alfresco restaurant, Sirocco became even more prestigious after receiving a perfect 10 from luxury lifestyle guide Thailand Tatler for all four categories of food, wine, ambiance and service.
There’s no better place in Greece to chow down on traditional Greek organic products than at Lauda Restaurant, which is perched literally on the edge of a cliff. It’s a restaurant of elegance where the chef provides the bedrock of excellence by merging the latest culinary fashion with longstanding traditions.
This private members’ club in the heart of West Hollywood is located on Sunset Boulevard and has the views and interiors to match the prestigious area. There are several restaurants in Soho House, but one of the most exquisite is the Club and Garden, where the iconic strip can be seen trough the outback-inspired interior.
While dining on iconic New Zealand cuisine at Skyline’s Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar, you’ll be surrounded by panoramic views of Queenstown. Located at the top of the Gondola, this restaurant is the perfect spot to watch the sun go down.
The CN Tower is home to one of Toronto’s finest restaurants with some of the greatest views of the Canadian city. As a revolving restaurant, 360 sits 351 meters (1,151 ft) high and boasts unforgettable food to match the unforgettable views. If that wasn’t enough, it features an award-winning wine selection of more than 550 international and Canadian wines from its cellar in the sky.
Every element of luxury fine dining is taken into consideration when serving award-winning, farm-fresh American cuisine with Asian accents at Sanctuary Resort’s Elements restaurant. The exceptional food is served with views of Paradise Valley as a picture-perfect backdrop.
Award-winning cuisine isn’t the only reason people flood to Dasheene in the West Indies. You can take in beautiful ocean and mountain views, while enjoying meals made with fresh native ingredients from island farmers and neighboring plantations that grow their produce primarily for the resort.
Beyond the modern American cuisine, Asiate features panoramic city views of Manhattan, while the interior is also easy on the eye. At the center of the restaurant, the focal point is an incredible tree-branch sculpture that hangs from the ceiling, symbolizing trees in winter. There’s also a huge wall of wine showcasing more than 3,000 bottles to select from.
Sitting at 7,700 feet high on the summit of Kicking Horse Mountain, Eagle’s Eye showcases the views only birds can see of the Rocky, Purcell and Selkirk Mountain ranges. The Rocky Mountain cuisine is served on hand-carved tables and complimented by a selection of Canadian wine and beer.
Soft white sand, turquoise water and delicious food – what more could you want? The Grotto in Thailand has it all. It’s nestled under an ancient limestone cliff on the edge of beautiful Phranang Beach where the water can lap up to your feet as you sit at your table.
For many, nothing is more romantic than dining with that special someone at the center of the Eiffel Tower in Paris, surrounded by views of the city of love. On the second floor, Le Jules Verne offers an intimate dining room that serves up plates reflecting French culinary history with a contemporary touch.
Nestled in a cave, Ristorante Grotta Palazzese offers a magical dining experience like no other, where the sea laps at the edge of the mountain and the sea breeze fills the dining room. Saturated by candlelight at night, this restaurant makes for a truly romantic experience.
There’s nowhere better to eat traditional French food than at Le Grand Canyon du Verdon restaurant in Aiguines. Its perfect location boasts mountainous views where you can look down into the valley and see the beautiful turquoise water flowing freely and contrasting against the lush green surrounds.
The cuisine at Le Café du Jardin reflects the area, with ingredients from the foothills of the Mercantour, to the shores of the blue Mediterranean. Dishes are aromatic and packed with vegetables and seafood; the perfect combination for casual dining with views like this.
This heated and covered rooftop terrace offers enviable views of London's skyline all year-round to fit with London’s unpredictable weather. Serving classic and contemporary French dishes, Coq d'Argent's impressive food merely tops off the elegant fine dining experience.
It’s the breathtaking views of the Eiger, Mönch and Jungfrau mountain range that make the Garden Terrace at Hotel Edelweiss a must-see. The selection of dishes are traditional and served to the preference of the guest. The creative cuisine is paired with an extensive wine list and complimented by the unique view.
Baan Rim Pa Kalim boasts an incredible cliff-side location, directly over the water where every table has a magnificent panoramic view of the blue water across to the beach at Patong. A piano and cocktail bar and award winning wine cellar all make for a very relaxing and romantic experience.
Uninterrupted revolving views of the city is the Sydney Tower Buffet’s selling point. The banquet-style dining experience provides a relaxed environment for any party, including families. It’s one of the best ways to see all Sydney’s iconic landmarks including the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and the harbour itself.
At Pierchic, you'll find captivating views of the Arabian Gulf and the Burj Al Jumeriah hotel, while dining over the crystal clear water itself. A modern European menu full of seafood dishes sets the culinary standard with plates inspired by the world’s oceans. The restaurant boasts an al fresco dining experience via two pod extensions along the pier to which stylish rickshaws transport guests.
Sitting atop the old port cable’s tower, built in 1929, Torre d’Alta Mar boasts panoramic views of beaches, palm trees and cityscapes. Recommended by the Michelin Guide, Torre d’Alta Mar offers seven-courses with wine pairing to make the experience extra enjoyable.
No matter what time of the day, Duck & Waffle in London provides an incredible service and dining experience. It offers a playful take on traditional British cuisine with broad European influences emphasizing local, rustic, seasonal and sustainable ingredients. Here you’ll experience a unique blend of breathtaking London views with an intimate, welcoming, critically-acclaimed dining experience.
At the very edge of the sea at Pile, you’ll find Nautika Restaurant, with a unique terrace where you can enjoy a one-of-a-kind view of the Adriatic and the fortresses of Lovrijenac and Bokar. The restaurant is housed in the former Dubrovnik School of Maritime Studies, where it welcomed famous seafarers since as 1881. Today, the restaurant serves to preserve the location's rich history.
This revolving restaurant is made entirely out of glass to ensure guests can feast their eyes on the stunning views as well as the incredible dishes. At 2,048 meters high, and with Kuklos rotating 360 degrees in an hour and a half, guests can see Lake Geneva, the Swiss Riviera, the Jura mountain chain and Rhone valley.
On the 16th floor of Smolensky Passage, White Rabbit is situated under a glass dome that exudes beauty and modernity in a somewhat daring way. Traditional and contemporary Russian dishes are on the menu and add to the city views of Moscow.
Here at Al Mahara, award-winning British chef, Nathan Outlaw, specializes in seafood dishes and offers some of the best in town. As you enjoy some of his sensational fishy creations, see what sea creatures you can spot in the massive aquarium surrounding you.
This open-concept restaurant run by two-Michelin-star chef Pino Lavarra, allows for a theatrical dining experience, which is a fitting testament to the Italian opera it shares its name with. Offering sweeping views of Hong Kong, Romanesque-style Tosca serves innovative Italian food, with the open kitchen adding somewhat of a spectacle to the whole experience.
You definitely see Phoenix from a different point of view at this restaurant atop North Mountain, looking down to the valley’s desert landscape. The floor-to-ceiling windows at Different Pointe of View showcase the dramatic panoramic views, including the city’s twinkling lights and Arizona’s colorful sunsets.
Some of the finest contemporary Australian cuisine is served at Altitude to fit with the iconic backdrop of the Sydney Harbour. There’s an 18-person private dining room, which makes the experience even more luxurious at this award-winning dining destination.