Restaurants With Insane Views in the U.S.
Some restaurants are memorable for what’s on the plate. Others are unforgettable because the setting does half the work. Across the U.S., these dining rooms turn geography into theater — mountain peaks, crashing waves, desert sunsets, and city skylines that feel almost unreal once you’re seated.
Alyeska Resort | Girdwood, Alaska
Reaching Seven Glaciers is part of the experience. A scenic tram ride lifts you above the Chugach Mountains before revealing sweeping alpine views that stretch endlessly in every direction. Snow-covered peaks, dramatic light, and total stillness make this one of the most striking dining rooms in the country.
Sedona, Arizona
Set against Sedona’s iconic red rocks, Mariposa feels especially magical at golden hour, when the desert landscape glows in warm shades of orange and pink. The contrast between refined interiors and rugged scenery makes every table feel like the best seat in the house.
Brooklyn, New York City
Few dining rooms are as timeless as The River Café. With the Manhattan skyline framed perfectly across the East River, dinner here feels cinematic — particularly at dusk, when city lights begin to sparkle and the skyline becomes part of the table setting.
Maui, Hawaii
Tucked into lush greenery and elevated above the coastline, this open-air dining experience feels private, serene, and deeply romantic. Sunset brings soft light through the trees, ocean views in the distance, and a sense that time has slowed — exactly how a Maui evening should feel.
Seattle, Washington
An architectural icon, Canlis overlooks Lake Union and the Seattle skyline through expansive glass walls. By night, reflections shimmer across the water, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and grand — classic Pacific Northwest elegance at its finest.
Seattle, Washington
An architectural icon, Canlis overlooks Lake Union and the Seattle skyline through expansive glass walls. By night, reflections shimmer across the water, creating an atmosphere that feels both intimate and grand — classic Pacific Northwest elegance at its finest.
Post Ranch Inn | Big Sur, California
Perched high above the Pacific, Sierra Mar feels suspended between sea and sky. Fog drifts in, cliffs fall away beneath your feet, and sunsets stretch endlessly across the horizon. This is destination dining in its purest form — a place people plan entire trips around.
Napa Valley, California
Overlooking rolling vineyards and sun-washed hills, this terrace dining room captures the romance of Napa Valley perfectly. Long lunches turn into lingering afternoons, wine glasses catch the light, and the view feels as indulgent as the menu itself.
Jackson Hole, Wyoming
Set high above the valley, Amangani’s restaurant offers sweeping views of the Tetons and the vast Wyoming landscape beyond. At sunset, the mountains fade into soft blues and purples, creating a quiet, almost meditative dining experience.
The Ritz-Carlton NoMad | New York City
Floating high above Manhattan, Nubeluz feels like a jewel box in the sky. Floor-to-ceiling windows, refined interiors, and skyline views in every direction make it one of New York City’s most striking modern dining rooms.
