Overlook the sea, relive the spirit of the Italian Renaissance or eat next to one of the world's most extravagant coral reef tanks in these fine dining establishments.
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NoMad in New York City
The restaurant at The NoMad Hotel is immaculately designed, andunder the supervision of Chef Daniel Humm,has an elegant menu to match. The spaceoffers an abundance of privacy, with a series of gilded rooms surrounding a glass-enclosed atrium.
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Sexy Fish in London
Rarely is there design as sophisticated yet playfulas that found at Sexy Fish, an Asian seafood restaurant in Mayfair, London. Dazzling with its mid-century stylings, the space was decorated by Damien Hirst, Frank Gehry and Michael Roberts. A private dining space houses two of the world's largest live coral reef tanks.
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Le Louis XV in Paris
With a menu created by famed Alain Ducasse and Dominique Lory, Le Louis XV in Paris is designed to evokethe Riviera's art de vivre. Acarpet resemblesa stormy sky,thelight furniture ismade of wood, leather, chrome and stainless steel, and a chandelier glistens with700 unique pieces of glass carefully assembled by hand.
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Beauty & Essex In New York
Beauty & Essexin Manhattan's Lower East Sideflaunts early-60s glam and elegance, with its show-stopping chandeliers (including a two-story chandelier) and its dining room filled with peaco*ck motifs. However, don't look for the samestyle on its exterior, as the restaurant is subtly hidden behind a pawn shop, exudingspeakeasy-like excitement.
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Daphne's in Barbados
Perhaps one of the best ways to experience dining in Barbados is at Daphne's, an inviting restaurant that defines waterfront luxury.Take in gorgeous views of the ocean as you dine in a warm-hued, elegant space.
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Herringbone in La Jolla, California
This stunning new Herringbone venue in La Jolla truly brings the outdoors inside, with fully grown trees seamlessly blended into the space's naturalinteriors. Enjoy an equally pristinemenu that's defined by the restaurant as "Fish-Meets-Field."
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La Terrazza in Lake Como, Italy
A venue thatmixesspirited character with elegance, La Terrazza Restaurant in the Grand Hotel Tremezzoserves a romantic atmosphereoverlooking Lake Como. In cooler months, giant picture windows close over the restaurant so diners can still enjoy the panoramic views.
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Soleil in Bali
A modern take on traditional design, Soleil is a beachfront restaurant that offers tables overlooking the sea and Mediterranean and Pan-Asian cuisine.Draping curtains and ceiling fans offer a sophisticated breeziness characteristic of Bali.
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Mugaritz in San Sebastian, Spain
Considered one of the best restaurants in the world, Mugartiz takes an innovative approach to food that appeals to your curiosityandyour taste buds, with dishes such as "cold fried mole and squid" and "toasted soup of oxidized wine." Meanwhile, the interior does not attemptto distract, but to still silently appeal to the senses, with its natural wood surfaces and creamy white palette.
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In San Juan, Puerto Rico, you may spot a conch-like structure floating on the coast. It's the famed work of Italian architect Mario Salvadori, who designed the structure (part of La Concha Hotel) in 1958. The shell is situated on an infinity pool elevated above the beach, and inside, a restaurant — La Perla — offers diners panoramic views of the ocean and beach.
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Le Meurice In Paris
Another stunning gem belonging to Alain Ducasse, this restaurant at Hotel Le Meurice was designed by Philippe Starck. Inside you'll find a traditional atmosphere (think grand chandeliers and painted ceilings) accented by modern furniture. For example, the white leatherKnoll Armchairs arere-editions of the Tulip d'Eero Saarinen model.
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Stratosfare Queenstown Restaurant in New Zealand
For dinner and an unforgettable view, the Skyline's Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar is a well-designed restaurant perched on top of a Gondola. The structure's glass windows offer a panoramic view of Queenstown and its gorgeous sunsets.
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Vaucluse in New York City
Enjoy impeccable French cuisine in a sunnyinterior with style to spare. Vaucluse in Manhattan's Midtown East incorporates contemporary design with the graceful aesthetic Provence is traditionally known for.
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Buono in Moscow
Nested on the 29th and 30th floors of one of the city's Seven Sisters skyscrapers, Buono serves Italian classics and offers views of the Moskva river and the city's White House from a covered terrace. The elegantlygold-hued interior of the space, however, will distract you with its sparkling chandeliers and detailedplace settings.
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Maiden's Tower in Turkey
Perched in the islet at the entrance to Istanbul (where Asia and Europe meet), this small tower has a 2,500-year-old history. Just as great asvisiting it for its architectural history, though? Dining at the romantic restaurant inside with enchanting views of the water. The tower'swebsite is onlyin Turkish, but if you have a translator or know the language yourself, make reservations here.
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Noma in Copenhagen
Noma restaurant is essentially where the contemporary Scandinavian food movement started. In 2003, Chef René Redzepi sought out to use modern cooking methods to update Nordic food, and the resulting restaurant, Noma,now has a cozy environment to match. If you prefer casual dining to glammed-up dining, you'll appreciate how the Noma dining room incorporates elegance into a casual atmosphere with its natural materials and sheepskin-covered chairs.
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Searsucker in San Diego, California
The flagship location of Searsucker, this restaurant has a playful, tongue-in-cheek vibe, and quirky accents such as light fixtures made of rope and a giant "EAT" mural.
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The Polo Bar in New York City
Ralph Lauren is royalty in the fashionworld, so it should be no surprise that his restaurant is also impeccablywell-designed. The casual yet refined spaceincludes a Henry Koehler polo match-inspired mural on its exterior, and equestrian art and plenty of saddle leather inside.
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Top Of The World in Las Vegas
If you care to dine 844 feet in the air in a revolving restaurant, Top of the World in Las Vegas calls your name. Though it's certainly a hotspot for tourists, its modern, clean interior design evocative of a futuristic world is a must-see for locals and visitors alike.
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Turandot in Moscow
TheTurandotrestaurant in Moscow brings to lifecourt festival culture of past centuries with its extravagantpalacedecor and design. With its sweeping ceilings and details galore, the interior ischaracterized byItalian Renaissance style.