From rooftops in Rome to towering hotels overlooking Dubai’s skyline; mix the best of food with the best of views by enjoying this global roundup of elevated dining experiences.
1 | Aroma Restaurant – Rome
The Michelin-starred Aroma Restaurant in Rome offers fine dining with amazing views over one of the world’s most iconic monuments. Located on top of Hotel Palazzo Manfredi, you can indulge in Chef Giuseppe Di Iorio’s unique and modern take on the tastes and traditions of classic Italian cuisine, with the majestic Colosseum right in front of you. Intimate and stylish, the 28-seat rooftop terrace is bound to leave you with a truly memorable experience, whether it is for a sun-soaked lunch or a romantic dinner.
2 | Horizon Grill – Kuala Lumpur
The impressive Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur is home to a rooftop experience that is completely unique. With a dual set of 360° rooftop bars on the 59th and 60th floors. The 58th floor is reserved for a premium seafood and steak restaurant, Horizon Grill. Meanwhile, on the lush and open-air outdoor terrace, panoramic views over the city skyline are complemented with close-ups of the Petronas Twin Towers, available to enjoy from sunrise breakfast, to executive lunches and gourmet dinners.
3 | Rossio Gastrobar – Lisbon
Perched above Rossio Square in the heart of Lisbon, the art deco-inspired Rossio Gastrobar is much more than a bar. Sure, the seasonal, handcrafted and from-scratch signature cocktails are amazing, but there is also a wide and tasty selection of beautiful and shareable comfort dishes, created by Chef João Correia. With grand views over the square below, continuing to the Castle and out over Tagus River, Rossio Gastrobar is made for Lisbon days and nights to remember.
4 | Red Sky – Bangkok
The urban rooftop restaurant and bar Red Sky is found sky-high at the Centara Grand at Centralworld, serving a great mix of dining, drinks, and superb 360° views of Bangkok. To sip cocktails, head to the 56th floor. To enjoy innovative cuisine created by Chef Christian Ham, including American Wagyu Beef and a famous Surf & Turf, reserve a table at the 55th. Air-conditioned interior seating is available, but it is at the dramatic outdoor terrace you really feel on top of the City of Angels.
5 | Maymanta – Ibiza
With panoramic views, Maymanta Ibiza offers a gastronomic journey you won’t forget. Peruvian chef Omar Malpartida invites guests to travel through his native country with their taste buds, passing by the Amazon, the Andes, and the Pacific, with a menu filled with surprises and created to share. Situated right by hotel Aguas de Ibiza’s rooftop infinity pool, a sunset dinner at the lush and natural Maymanta terrace is a trip everyone should try. Plus, remember to visit the adjacent Pisco Bar for a pre-dinner alchemist pisco cocktail.
6 | TOMO – Dubai
The best way to get panoramic views of the ever-evolving downtown Dubai skyline? Move a bit outside the city center. TOMO, set on the 17th floor of the luxurious Raffles Dubai offers a mesmerizing view of Burj Khalifa (the tallest structure in the world). On the menu, TOMO serves a wonderful selection of authentic Japanese dishes, created by a team of talented Japanese Chefs.