Ever been to that one restaurant that had something special about it? The food, the staff, the furnishings or the location? Below, we’ve compiled a list of restaurants where the location and views play a big part in making them that little bit different and unique!
Check out our 15 favourites below!
The Ithaa at the Maldives
The Ithaa Restaurant in the Maldives sits 5 metres below the surface, offering 180-degree panoramic views of vibrant coral gardens and the wildlife surrounding it.
The Vertigo Moon Bar, Bangkok, Thailand
The Rooftop open-air Vertigo Moon Grill & Bar is the first of its kind in Asia, offering a stunning view of Bangkok.
A Cafe, just below the summit of Mount Snowdon, North Wales
As the highest mountain in Wales, at 3560 ft. above sea level. Mount Snowdon, on a clear day, has spectacular views of the welsh countryside. It seems only right to have a small restaurant/cafe just down from the summit to sit back and enjoy a drink whilst gazing at the views.
Restaurant on the cliff, Yichang, China
The Restaurant on the cliff, in China sits in the Happy Valley of the Xiling Gorge – an especially scenic stretch of cliffs. From the Restaurant, diners can enjoy a 100 feet above ground view of the Yangtze River.
The rooftop restaurant at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens
The Roof Garden Restaurant at the Hotel Grande Bretagne, in Athens offers stunning, uninterrupted, views of the Acropolis, Lycabettus hill and the Parliament. Also, the Panathenaic Stadium, the Plaka and Anafiotika add to the stunning backdrop.
The Unkai Terrace in Japan’s Tomamu Resort, on the island of Hokkaido
The Unkai Terrace in Japan’s Tomamu resort, located on the island of Hokkaido is an incredibly scenic spot, located atop a mountain peak, that when the weather is right, presents a sea of clouds, that float below tourists and diners – offering spectacular views and tranquillity.
360 Restaurant at the CN Tower in Toronto:
Sitting 1,151 ft. above Toronto, Canada, the 360 Restaurant offers uninterrupted views of Toronto, and in 1995, was classified as one of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World.
Projet Vertigo in Megève, France, with a view of Mt Blanc.
Nestled in the French alps, Project Vertigo in Megève offers stunning views of Mont Blanc. On a clear day, the views of crisp and stunning – even on a cloudy day, Mont Blanc provides an eerie and captivating view.
The Rock in Zanzibar
The Rock Restaurant in Zanzibar rises on a rock, not too far from the shore of the Michanwi Pingwe beach. Offering views of the distant Indian Ocean horizon as well as back to shore. The Rock brings a whole new meaning to tranquillity.
Amanjiwo, Yogyakarta, Central Java, Indonesia.
Overlooking the tropical green lush planes of Central Java, with the foothills above, flanked on either side by two magnanimous volcanoes, and aligned with the symmetry of the hotel structure, dead centre ahead, the temples of Borobodur – the Amanjiwo hotel and contained restaurant offer some of the most naturally beautiful views available.
Mt. Zugspitze in Bavaria, Germany
Indulge your senses, at the highest point in Germany – offering great views, crisp mountain air and a peaceful silence, dining on the Zugspitze truly an experience with a view. Restaurants that are available atop the Zugspitze are Glaciergarden, Sonnalpin, Gipfelalm and Panorama 2962
Skylon Tower, revolving dining room located in Niagara Falls, Canada
The world famous Skylon Tower in Niagara Falls, Canada offers an incredible dining experience with a view to match. Sitting 158 metres above ground, the revolving dining room is the perfect location for a 360 degree view of Niagara Falls.
Doyles seafood restaurant on the beach at Watson’s Bay
Operated by the Doyle family for over 5 generations, opening their first restaurant in watsons bay 1885. Doyles Seafood Restaurant offers spectacular views of Sydney, and more particularly, Watsons Bay.
Restaurants in the Marina Bay Sands hotel, Singapore
the Marina Bay Sands Hotel in Singapore offers a multitude of dining availabilities – many of which look out over the Marina Bay and offer spectacular views of Singapore.
High Level Cuisine at Asiate Restaurant, New York
Situated on the 35th floor of the Mandarin Oriental hotel in New York, the Asiate Restaurant overlooks the southwestern parts of central park. Offering jaw dropping views from a birds eye height, this is a dining experience you’re going to want a window seat for.
These are our personal favourites – do you have any of your own? Share them below in the comments!
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