In this article, we are going to look at the 5 most expensive restaurants in the world. If you want to read more about the most expensive restaurants in the world and check out our detailed analysis of the global food service industry, you can go to 12 Most Expensive Restaurants In the World.
5. Kyoto Kitcho Arashiyama
Number Of Mentions: 4
Average Ranking: 7.5
Dating back to 1948, the Kyoto Kitcho Arashiyama in Tokyo, Japan, has a rich cultural history with a breathtaking scenic view. Its Japanese cuisine is full of divine flavors derived from fresh ingredients cooked with precision. The price for a full course starts at JPY 50,000 per person and it can go much higher, thus making Kyoto Kitcho Arashiyama one of the most expensive restaurants in the world.
4. Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet
Number Of Mentions: 4
Average Ranking: 5.25
Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet is a unique single table restaurant in Shanghai, China, only seating 10 people at one time. Its exclusive setting and divine menu makes it one of the most sought after restaurants in Shanghai and one of the most expensive restaurants in the world. Paul Pairet took over 16 years to create a perfectly balanced menu for his restaurant, and a 20 course meal at his restaurant can cost from $600 to $860 per person.
3. Guy Savoy
Number Of Mentions: 4
Average Ranking: 5.25
Guy Savoy is a two MICHELIN star restaurant in Paris. Chef Guy Savoy opened his restaurant in 1980 and since then he has created a number of unique signature dishes such as the artichoke soup with truffle. The lunch tasting menu starts from $275 and the price range for the menu only increases from there. Overlooking the Seine river, Guy Savoy offers the most exquisite French cuisine.
2. Masa
Number Of Mentions: 4
Average Ranking: 5
Masa is a three MICHELIN star Japanese and sushi restaurant in Manhattan, New York, that ranks second in our list of the most expensive restaurants in the world. It is run by Chef Masayoshi “Masa” Takayama. Each dish here is prepared in a manner that conserves the natural essence of the ingredients. It can cost over $1,000 for the Hinoki Counter Experience, the most expensive service at Masa. The Masa Bar and Masa restaurant operate next to each other.
1. SubliMotion
Number Of Mentions: 4
Average Ranking: 1.25
SubliMotion in Ibiza tops our list of the most expensive restaurants in the world. It is run by the famous Spanish chef that utilizes molecular gastronomy in cooking, Paco Roncero. The price of one meal per person at SubliMotion can cost over $2,000. Located in the Hard Rock Hotel in Ibiza, the restaurant offers an imaginative, high-end Mediterranean dining concept with VR and tech simulations. The projections around the restaurant coupled with the exquisite menu is an experience like none other around the globe.
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