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High Dining

 If you enjoy eating somewhere with a magnificent view, you can generally count on that if you dat in a tower restaurant. And all over the world! 

As a Canadian, I've eaten at the Top of Vancouver Revolving Restaurant and have heard a lot about the restaurant on the top of the CN Tower in Toronto. We also ate in Seattle's Eye of the Needle revolving restaurant in the Space Needle tower about fifty years ago when such an experience was still relatively unique, or at least for a young woman who grew up on the Canadian prairies. 

Following are just a handful of sumptuous scenery and dining experiences available to you from heights with views of oceans, rivers, mountains and historical buildings, neighborhoods, and other city vistas. 

Have you visited and eaten at any of the following restaurants? Please let us know what your impressions were and whether you would recommend the restaurant experience to people reading this!

The At.mosphere in Dubai

At.mosphere - Located in the Burj Khalifa, Dubai, At.mosphere offers breathtaking views of the city skyline and Persian Gulf. It's one of the world's highest restaurants, boasting luxurious dining experiences since its opening in 2011.

The Jules Verne Restaurant, Paris

Le Jules Verne -Nestled on the second floor in the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Le Jules Verne offers panoramic views of the City of Light. Established in 1983, it has been a symbol of Parisian elegance and fine dining.

Aqua Chard, London

Aqua Shard - Positioned in The Shard, London, Aqua Shard provides stunning vistas of the River Thames and the city below. Opened in 2013, it quickly became an iconic spot for contemporary British cuisine with a view.


Top of the Hub - Situated atop the Prudential Tower, Boston, Top of the Hub showcases Boston's skyline and the Charles River. It has been serving fine dining since 1965, becoming a beloved part of Boston's culinary scene.


Skyline Restaurant - Perched in the Tokyo Tower, Skyline Restaurant offers mesmerizing views of Tokyo's skyline. Since its establishment in 1958, it has been a prime destination for experiencing Tokyo's urban charm.

Ozone Bar view of Hong Kong Harbor

Ozone - Located in the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, Ozone presents stunning vistas of Victoria Harbour and the cityscape. Opened in 2011, it's renowned for its sophisticated ambiance and creative cocktails.

Sierra Mar, overlooking Big Sur, Pacific Ocean, California

Sierra Mar - Overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Big Sur, California, Sierra Mar provides breathtaking coastal views. Established in 1981, it offers a blend of California cuisine with a focus on locally sourced ingredients.

Asiate, overlooking New York's Central Park

Asiate - Located in the Mandarin Oriental, New York, Asiate offers panoramic views of Manhattan's skyline and Central Park. It has been a culinary destination since 2003, known for its modern American cuisine.

Stratosfare Restaurant, South Island, New Zealand

Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar - Set atop the Skyline Gondola in Queenstown, Otago, South Island, New Zealand, Stratosfare offers stunning views of Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkables mountain range. Since its inception, it has been a must-visit for both locals and tourists, offering a taste of New Zealand cuisine with a view.

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