1Sassetta: Dallas, Texas
DOUGLAS FRIEDMAN Design maven Jean Liu flawlessly mixed timeless Tuscan design with Southern charm for the interiors of Dallas's chicest restaurant, Sassetta. Located inside The Joule, the modern Italian restaurant focuses on celebrating Mediterranean flavors with house-made pastas and signature cocktails. The main dining area's custom de Gournay mural of rolling hills and mountain peaks teleports guests to the Tuscan countryside.
2Le Bilboquet: Sag Harbor, New York
Courtesy of Le Bilboquet Le Bilboquet’s Sag Harbor outpost aims to bring the ease and flair of St. Tropez to the Hamptons. Every seat, from the plush banquettes to the Maison Gatti French bistro chairs, in the main dining room offers impeccable views of the neighboring marina. The open windows allow guests to experience en plein air dining as they enjoy the restaurant signature Bilbo Royal or Le Poulet Cajun.
3Botánic: Mallorca, Spain
Courtesy of Botánic Botánic is a whimsical restaurant nestled inside Mallorca's Can Bordoy Grand House & Garden. The interiors of this restaurant aren't the only things that are inspired by the private garden where it resides, as chef Andrés Benitez serves plant-forward meals. Don't miss Botánic's lovely Sunday brunch, complete with a live pianist.
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4Beauty & Essex: New York, New York
Courtesy of Beauty & Essex A true Manhattan icon, this Lower East Side jewel features an innovative design. Guests arrive to Beauty & Essex through a unassuming modern pawn shop filled with an array of eccentric artifacts before discovering a grand staircase with a two-story chandelier that leads into four distinct dining rooms, two bars, a lounge, and a lavish women's restroom. The menu is equally as spectacular, as Chef Chris Santos is a notable pioneer of the small, shared plate dining trend that has struck the U.S.
5Alchemist: Copenhagen, Denmark
Alchemist Alchemist serves a one-of-a-kind gastronomic experience, but the restaurant's interiors is a feast for the eyes as well. A night at Alchemist may include up to 50 unique tastings over three hours or more per sitting, making it a luxurious landmark in Denmark's capital city and one of the most celebrated restaurants in the world.
Studio Duncalf transformed the former Royal Danish Theatre into a space truly fit for one of "the world's most groundbreaking restaurants," complete with original artwork from New York graffiti artist Lady AIKO.
6Le Louis XV: Monte Carlo, Monaco
Pierre Monetta Alain Ducasse and Dominique Lory are the culinary brains behind the Michelin-starred operation that is Le Louis XV in Monte Carlo. This stunning restaurant is inspired by the enchanting Riviera, Mediterranean cuisine, and la dolce vita. It resides in Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo and features one of the world's most extraordinary wine cellars for the ultimate dining experience.
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7Ristorante La Sponda: Positano, Italy
Brechenmacher & Baumann This romantic dinner spot is inspired by the longstanding culinary and cultural traditions of the Amalfi Coast. Located in the breathtaking Le Sirenuse, a five-star hotel with sweeping views, La Sponda is illuminated by 400 candles every evening for the perfect ambiance while enjoying the perfect Mediterranean meal.
8Al Pescatore: Sardinia, Italy
Al Pescatore Originally designed by Jacques Couelle in the '60s, Costa Smeralda's first restaurant has been recently renovated to further reflect its stunning surroundings. Al Pescatore is just as famous for its food, with a menu designed in partnership with two Micheline Star Chef Antonio Mellino, featuring the Mediterranean's best seafood.
9Sketch: London, England
Jean Cazals The iconic and whimsical teahouse puts a modern twist on the fabled English tradition. India Mahdavi designed the fabulously fun space that is as artful as the actual artwork its patrons come to admire. You'll come for the the art but stay for the interior design inspiration.
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10White Rabbit: Moscow, Russia
White Rabbit Moscow The upscale eatery is home to one of the world's best chefs, Vladmir Mukhin, unparalleled city views, and ultra-chic interiors. White Rabbit's atmosphere feels sophisticated and frivolous at the same time, with a little help from Valerij Lizunov, a former Architecture Prize Laureate.
11Casa Lever: New York, New York
Teddy Wolff This widely adored Park Avenue dining destination is located inside Gordon Bunshaft's Modernist masterpiece, Lever House. This restaurant combines the building's rich history with a chic, 21st century relevancy, thanks to a refresh by William T Georgis and art works by Damien Hirst. The cuisine at Casa Lever follows suit in offering fabulous Italian dishes that honor longstanding culinary traditions while providing a one-of-a-kind dining experience with each artistically curated plate.
12Le Train Bleu: Paris, France
Courtesy of Le Train Bleu Le Train Bleu was created for the Exposition Universelle of 1900 and was carefully restored by architecture firm Duthilleul in 2014 to its original glory. This enchanting restaurant resides in the Gare de Lyon, located in the 12th arrondissement allows guests to feel transported to a bygone era while enjoying classic recipes with a twist from Chef Michel Rostang.
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13Le Colonial: Atlanta, Georgia
Le Colonial The New York-based French-Vietnamese restaurant opened its Atlanta location in 2019 and has been a hot spot for the city's foodies and design lovers alike ever since. Designed to capture the opulence and refinement of 1920's Saigon, Le Colonial is a magical and historic haven in the midst of one of America'a biggest cities. Chicago-based architect Mark Knauer mixes indoor and outdoor expanses for a breezy, French colonial atmosphere.
14Pink Mamma: Paris, France
Pink Mamma is one of Paris' many Insta-grammable restaurants. The four-floor trattoria serves authentic Italian food on dreamy custom porcelain dishes inspired by the Mediterranean coast. Designed by the highly acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio, Pink Mamma is one of the firm's incredible restaurant projects.
15AMMO: Hong Kong
AMMO is a Japanese-Italian fusion restaurant with food that is as exquisite as the ambiance. Joyce Wang, who designed the award-winning eatery's interiors, was inspired by the 1965 film Alphaville and AMMO's former life as a 19th-century explosives site for this industrial chic space.
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16The Little Door: Hollywood, California
The Little Door is an L.A. hotspot for intimate dining and fine wines—you may even spot a favorite celebrity on your next visit. The Parisian-inspired brasserie is full of California cool and Old World charm, making it an ideal place to enjoy a farm-to-table cocktail and elegant charcuterie board.
17Odette: Singapore
Housed in Singapore's National Gallery, Odette is as much of a work of art as the gallery itself. This chic and serene space, which was designed by Sacha Leong of Universal Design Studio, features a glass kitchen where patrons can witness the chefs' commitment to cooking with integrity.
18Le Meurice: Paris, France
Alain Ducasse is the chef behind another jaw-dropping restaurant in the heart of Paris. This two Michelin-starred restaurant resides in the iconic hotel Le Meurice, was inspired by Salon de la Paix at the Château de Versailles, making it a most regal place to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime meal.
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19Zambezi House: Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Zambezi House brings modern African design to life in a harmonious indoor-outdoor space. While it has some pretty incredible views of the Zambezi River, the interiors will keep you indoors, with unique artwork, textiles, and furniture at every turn. Amatuli helped make this space a treasure trove with one-of-a-kind artifacts.
Lauren Wicks is a freelance writer and editor based in Birmingham, Alabama. Before going on her own, Lauren worked for brands such as VERANDA, EatingWell, and Cooking Light, and she covers all things lifestyle from interior design and luxury travel to wine and wellness.
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