Enjoy an exotic dining experience in a restaurant that exhibits regal character and elegance. Some secluded and romantic, others in the heart of a bustling city and swanky, luxury restaurants dot the entire planet. They have the power to make or break a lovely evening. Here are the top 10 amazing luxury hotel restaurants to splurge extravagantly and satiate a gourmet’s tongue and a bon vivant’s taste.
é by José Andrés at The Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas
é by José Andrés
Sited in one of the most happening cities in the world, é by José Andrés boasts tasteful design and a ‘secret’ multicourse tasting menu including amuse-bouche and starters. Some suggest that the menu includes delicious avant-garde Spanish dishes. Each dish is intricately plated and reflects the creativity of the chef. The restaurant has an intimate character decked with interesting décor like a ladder with climbing heels. Completing the interior of this exclusive Cosmopolitan eatery is a steel-topped bar opposite dramatic red glass wall and red velvet curtains.
GB Roof Garden, Grande Bretagne Hotel, Athens, Greece
GB Roof Garden
GB Roof Garden is located on top of the Grande Bretagne Hotel. It leverages its height to offer uninterrupted views of the Acropolis, Lycabettus Hill, and the Parliament. The delectable menu here is all about new Mediterranean cuisine, curated by the Executive Chef, Asterios Koustoudis and his team. Here, the dishes are slow-cooked at low temperatures for hours to bring out the best flavors and cater perfection on a plate. Surrounded by Greece’s best views and serving, what could only be called gastronomic delights, GB Roof Garden is a gourmet’s paradise. Certainly, one of the world’s best restaurants in luxury hotels.
The Livingstone Room, The Victoria Falls Hotel, Zimbabwe
The Livingstone Room
Built and decorated in a classic Edwardian-style, The Livingstone Room is a palatial restaurant inside the Victoria Falls Hotel. The black-tie affair has been recently replaced with a smart casual dress code. It serves a seven-course menu alongside à la carte. The exquisite cuisine of the Livingstone Room includes seafaring dishes, free-range meat, and hand-grown greenery. Topping it all is their wide collection of exclusive wines for perfect pairing. Its capricious menu ensures a unique dining experience each time. With a pianist playing relaxing pieces, the atmosphere created inside this eating house can only be defined as regal.
Felix at The Peninsula Hotel Hong Kong
Felix
Designed by renowned French designer, Philippe Starck, Felix is a glamorous eating house with a surreal ambiance. Making a bold statement with its contemporary interior décor, Felix constantly appears in the list of world’s best restaurants in luxury hotels. It is a multi-floor flagship eatery located on the top two floors of the Peninsula. Settled at a significant height, the restaurant offers sweeping views of Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island. Its former European cuisine was replaced in 2011 with a new, refreshed menu that serves creative combinations of only the finest seasonal produces. Completing the evocative design of Felix are the crazy box, the wine bar, the American bar, the balcony, and the long table.
The Palazzo Kitchen Table, Aman Venice, Italy
The Palazzo Kitchen Table
Affording a lovely view of the 16th-century palazzo garden is The Palazzo Kitchen Table of Aman Venice. Included in this unique gastronomic setting is a calendar dating year-round gatherings. Each gathering will be hosted by world-renowned chefs from around the world. The aim of this Kitchen Table is to relish locally-sourced and sustainable ingredients. The open table allows guests to partake in their chef’s passion for preparing exotic dishes from simple ingredients. The dishes will be complemented by the rare vintages from hotel’s extensive wine cellar.
Arva and Bar, Aman Venice, Italy
Aman Venice Bar
Taste authentic Italian cuisine at Aman Venice’s Arva and some of the exquisite wines in its bar, an architectural homage to Lord Byron. Designed to reflect the beauty of the 16th-century edifice, both restaurant and bar emanate class that is topped by intimate, warm lighting. Dishes are created with locally-produced seasonal ingredients thus serving a potpourri of local flavors. Menu includes a selection pasta, risottos, gelati and sorbetti, and a gamut of small plates. Guests can relish their meals and beverages while enjoying a wide view of the canal and the sunset from Aman Venice’s luxury hotel restaurant & bar.
Epicure at Le Bristol, Paris
Epicure
Epicure is not just one of the 5-star luxury hotel restaurants but also a three-Michelin star eatery. It was designed sumptuously to keep up with the palatial architecture of Le Bristol – the hotel that caters to the high-end business travelers like CEO’s. Adjacent to a decorous French-style garden, Epicure serves a range of French dishes, including duck foie gras, black truffle-stuffed macaroni, and gratinéed with aged Parmesan. The exquisite menu was curated by Eric Frechon, the celebrated chef of this elegant eating house. Complementing the pristine décor of Epicure are its white tablecloths and immaculate service. It’s a place where hushed formality and culinary expertise reign.
Man Wah at the Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
Man Wah
Sitting on the 25th floor of Mandarin Oriental, Man Wah is a ritzy place to dine. From preparation to presentation, the restaurant is keen on paying attention to the minutiae of its culinary process. Gourmets will find a mix of evocative ambiance and authentic dishes at this one-Michelin star Mandarin Oriental restaurant. The Cantonese menu, here, is created by chef Man-Sing Lee. In addition to a wide selection of soups, dim sums, and appetizers, diners can also choose a tasting menu or order specialty dishes. One of the most raved dishes served here is the Peking Duck.
Bougainville at Hotel TwentySeven, Amsterdam
Bougainville
Located in the sensational TwentySeven hotel of Amsterdam, Bougainville is a charismatic eating house led under the supervision of Executive Chef Tim Golsteijn. With a panoramic view of the city’s Dam Square outside and cinematic décor inside, Bougainville is a treat for the palates as well as the eyes. The extensive menu here serves traditional European cuisine with a twist of Latin American and Far Eastern touches. These creative dishes suggest the remarkable culinary muscle of the chef and his team. Diners can pair their ordered dishes with wines that are hand-picked by award-winning wine director, Lendl Mijnhijmer.
Out of The Blue, Soneva Fushi, Maldives
Out of The Blue
Immediately after its opening, Out of The Blue became the new highpoint of Soneva Fushi. In addition to serving exceptional food and making a beguiling spot to watch sunset, the restaurant also features a water slide that dives right into the ocean. Its menu surrounds Vietnamese and Indonesian cuisine. Diners can catch the freshest fish here and enjoy it alongside grilled meats and a selection of salads. A separate area called “So Hot” includes a robata grill, a josper grill, and pizza section. Another area called “So Guilty” is where they serve chocolate and ice-creams, while “So Cheesy” is all about cheese.