Let’s face it: 90% of the time, we feast with our eyes before our taste buds. That’s why food presentation and design are practically the show-stopping outfits of the culinary world.
Here, we’ve handpicked a list of dining spots that’ll make your taste buds dance and your eyes pop. These are the places that belong on your #RadarList whenever you’re craving a drool-worthy feast served with a side of jaw-dropping design.
YONA Beach Club Phuket
Take your beach club experience to new heights with YONA Beach Club Phuket.
Floating on the cobalt-blue waters just off Phuket’s shores, YONA is the ultimate haven for foodies who crave delectable bites, refreshing swims, and sun-soaked fun. This chic, multi-level boat features several distinct areas and can host up to 500 guests.
Unwind in style at a cabana or pool bed beside the 22-meter infinity pool, or head to the second-floor Sunset Terrace. On the third-floor rooftop, take in a breathtaking 360-degree view of the Andaman Sea. As DJs spin vibrant tunes, savor a gourmet menu filled with mouthwatering Mediterranean, Japanese, and Thai dishes that will send your taste buds on a journey.
Iris
For a spectacular dining experience, head to Iris, a restaurant nestled within the cutting-edge Salmon Eye art installation.
Floating on the azure waters of Hardangerfjord, this gastronomic gem is Norway’s latest must-visit destination. It promises to enchant your palate with an expertly crafted tasting menu featuring ingredients sourced from the sea and surrounding mountains.
Leading the culinary team is the brilliant Head Chef Anika Madsen, who adds her signature touch to each dish with a blend of unique ingredients and innovative culinary techniques. The journey to this gastronomic paradise is as thrilling as the dining experience itself, with guests embarking on Iris’s electric boats from Rosendal to reach the destination.
Ristorante L’Olivo at Al Mahara
Hailing from the renowned two-Michelin-starred Ristorante L’Olivo in Capri, Ischia-native culinary maestro Chef Andrea Migliaccio brings his Mediterranean magic to Dubai at Ristorante L’Olivo at Al Mahara, located within the iconic Burj Al Arab.
Dive into an umami-packed pool of Italian seafood with a modern twist—served in an aquarium-hugged dining room adorned with accents of orange, blue, and white. It’s a taste of Capri in the heart of Dubai.
Under
Beneath the azure surface of Njervesfjorden lies this one-Michelin-starred dining hotspot that continues to captivate foodies and thalassophiles alike. At “Under” in Lindesnes, Norway, diners can immerse themselves in fine dining while exploring the underwater world. This partially submerged restaurant straddles the border between sea and land, with half of its 34-meter-long concrete structure resting on the ocean floor, while the other half embraces the rugged coastline, beautifully showcasing the architectural interplay between subaquatic and terrestrial life.
Head Chef Nicolai Ellitsgaard leads the kitchen, and together with his team, they create a menu that mirrors the restaurant’s architecture by seamlessly blending ingredients from both land and sea.
Le Germain & Club Paradisio & Le Sophie
Your all-in-one night out in Paris awaits at Le Germain, a bold brasserie located in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Its vibrant design is a visual feast, while the traditional French cuisine delights your palate. The predominantly yellow decor sets the stage for a lively dining experience. In the same venue, Club Paradisio caters to night owls with electrifying DJ sets and creatively crafted cocktails, ensuring your evening is both wild and wondrous.
For cocktail connoisseurs, head to the top floor above Le Germain to discover Le Sophie cocktail bar. There, you can savor expertly crafted drinks in a speakeasy-style setting.