100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America for 2019
Take in the best views while you travel this summer. Our 100 Most Scenic Restaurants list for 2019 highlights restaurants that offer breath-taking views of nature, cityscapes and travel-worthy landmarks. The list of honorees is based on an analysis of 12,000,000+ reviews of more than 30,000 restaurants across the country—all submitted by verified diners.
| Restaurants: | 71Above, Altius, Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro… |
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| Price Range: | $$$ - $$$$ |
| Cuisines: | Contemporary American, French… |
| Neighborhoods: | Downtown, Mt. Washington, Milwaukee… |
71Above
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Downtown
- Romantic
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
All staff were friendly and attentive. Food was excellent.
Altius
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Mt. Washington
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Perfection! We visit every year to celebrate our anniversary and I'm never disappointed. The ambiance and view are breathtaking. The food is amazing and Jeff always takes great car…Read more
Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
$$$$·French·
Milwaukee
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
As usual, an excellent meal and overall experience.
Beach House Restaurant- Kauai
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Poipu
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Dinner at The Beach House was the finest meal we had during our visit to Kauai. The location is unbeatable and perfect for a sunset meal. The menu is perfect — go for the Opa fish …Read more
Bertrand at Mister A's
$$$$·Contemporary French / American·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Amazing food amazing experience
The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard
$$$$·Italian·
Canton
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Kylie took such great care of us! We will definitely be back.
Blue Ridge
$$$$·Southern·
Asheville
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
I took my fiancé here for his birthday and he loved it! One of my new favorite spots. The dessert selection was incredible! The view was lovely, I wish we would have requested wind…Read more
Boat House Waterfront Dining
$$$$·Seafood·
Tiverton
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Beautiful restaurant at a beautiful location
Did not enjoy my meal that much . Over seasoned ( spicy ) and the cod was bland /dry
Would come back and try something else
The Boathouse
$$$$·American·
Lake Buena Vista
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Everything was perfect, from food to outdoor seating. We will be back next trip to Disney!!
Bon Appetit
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Dunedin
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fabulous Anniversary dinner. Our server was amazing and the food delicious! Love Bon Appetit.
Bygone
$$$$·American·
Harbor East
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Great birthday experience, will definitely be returning!
Carrol's Creek Cafe
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Annapolis
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Very nice meal
Catch LA
$$$$·Seafood·
West Hollywood
- Good for a Date
- Hot Spot
- Special Occasion
As always catch seems to amaze me with its service and they way they make you a priority at dinner. Absolutely love this place and enjoy it to the full.
Cecconi's Dumbo
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
DUMBO / Vinegar Hill
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
The restaurant atmosphere was outstanding with great views of the Manhattan bridge.
Chart House - Atlantic City
$$$$·Seafood·
Atlantic City
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Fantastic food, staff was on top of everything. Will be back.
Chart House Restaurant - Lake Tahoe
$$$$·Seafood·
Stateline
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
- Special Occasion
Special place to hang out!
Our server was excellent and the food delicious!
We'll be back!
Chart House Restaurant - Weehawken
$$$$·Seafood·
Weehawken
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
We love this restaurant!!! Service is always impeccable and the food, well it goes without saying, always delicious.
Chicago Cut Steakhouse
$$$$·Steak·
River North (Chicago)
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
CC continues to be excellent, premier steakhouse in Chicago. Great for friends, great for business. Our server, Dennis, did a great job and was very attentive. Thanks.
Coast Guard House
$$$$·Seafood·
Narragansett
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Worth the Drive
It’s a beautiful venue. The food and service were outstanding. Had chowder and a lobster roll. Yum!
Coasterra
$$$$·Regional Mexican·
Harbor Island
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great service! The ambiance and view is one of the best in San Diego.
Columbia Restaurant - SandKey
$$$$·Spanish·
Clearwater
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Authentic
Just a wonderful experience!! Food was incredible and the service spot on.
The Crow's Nest
$$$$·Seafood·
Venice
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
The entire evening was lovely-from the seating, Andrea who shakes a perfect martini and tends to your needs, the ambiance, the very fair pricing and the quality of the food. A "wo…Read more
Dauphin's
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Mobile
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Good for a Date
We took advantage of the outstanding value of the Early Bird dinner menu. We were celebrating a birthday and everyone involved in our service acknowledged the birthday with warm w…Read more
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Boston
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Seaport
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
We had an outstanding evening for a special anniversary date night. The waits staff and manager were wonderful and the food was excellent. Highly recommend!
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - New York City
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Midtown West
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Business Meals
We had an amazing time, food was excellent and service was even better!
Departure Restaurant and Lounge
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Excellent restaurant experience in every way. The food was delicious. They even have a dedicated vegan menu. My wife and I were soaring over Portland. Great staff and waitress was …Read more
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
$$$$·Seafood·
Longboat Key
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
I took an elderly lady with me to lunch there. The waitress was friendly yet professional. The food was great and the ambience relaxing and bright.
Eiffel Tower
$$$$·French·
Paris Hotel and Casino
- Romantic
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
We had a lovely evening, with a spectacular view. The staff was very attentive and provided great suggestions of foods and wines. A beautiful place to visit.
El Five
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Highlands
- Scenic View
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
Not only is this place super unique but the views are amazing. I went for a birthday dinner and had never been there before and the staff was so accommodating and genuine to myself…Read more
EPIC Steak
$$$$·Steakhouse·
SOMA
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
The steak was cooked to perfection and the view of the bay bridge was perfect. Great date spot 🔥
Farmers Fishers Bakers
$$$$·American·
Georgetown
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
DELICIOUS! All the staff were welcoming and nice! Host, Melissa, was SO nice! They were jam-packed but service was still quick and food arrived quickly. We had the fish tacos and S…Read more
Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
The vies is stunning as is the service. Enjoyed showing overseas guests.
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown Charleston
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
all the items were tasty. Flounder, triggerfish, scallops. Price point equal to the food.
Fleetwood's On Front St.
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Scenic View
- Live Music
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We live in Kihei and this is our visitor's most requested restaurant. Great food, wonderful service, good drinks, and live music. What's not to like?
GAONNURI
$$$$·Korean·
Midtown West
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
Great Korean food with amazing city view - a perfect spot for Friday night.
Giada - The Cromwell
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
The Strip
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
This restaurant has it all: great food and service and a view not to be missed! We opted for our own 'tasting menu' - sharing various plates between 3 of us. It was all just outsta…Read more
Gibsons Italia
$$$$·Steakhouse·
River North (Chicago)
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
As usual everything was top notch!
The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
Pensacola
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Food was delicious and you can't beat $2.50 mimosas.
Greens Restaurant
$$$$·Vegetarian / Vegan·
Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
Lovely experience, especially at sundown.
Harbor House
$$$$·Seafood·
Milwaukee
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Tremendous views of Lake Michigan, excellent food, good service
Hell's Kitchen - Caesars Palace Las Vegas
$$$$·American·
Caesars Palace
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Great everything
House Without a Key
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Waikiki
- Waterfront
- Live Music
- Scenic View
Went for a night out on our honeymoon. Absolutely amazing around sunset. Drank a bottle of wine and enjoyed the music!
Il Fornaio - Coronado
$$$$·Italian·
Coronado
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
The best view, romantic and excellent food
Island Prime
$$$$·Steak·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for Anniversaries
Our meal and service were surpurb! All wonderful. We had a table by the window with a view.
Jake's Del Mar
$$$$·American·
Del Mar
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Jake's is awesome - every seat in the restaurant has a great view, and the service and food always wonderful!
JB's On The Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
Deerfield Beach
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
Great food, friendly staff, RIGHT on the beach. Outdoor seating is covered and comfortable in hot weather.
Kimo's Restaurant Maui
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Grandparents 51st Anniversary dinner, over the top experience. Highly recommend any of the fresh fish of the day prepared the way the recommend, can’t go wrong. Drinks were pricey …Read more
Kyle G's Prime Seafood
$$$$·Seafood·
Stuart
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
My husband and I brought my in-laws for a special birthday lunch. The food was excellent...and Dalton, our server was absolutely exceptional. They included a lovely dessert for m…Read more
La Mar by Gastón Acurio
$$$$·Peruvian·
Miami
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Amazing Peruvian dishes
Latitudes on Sunset Key
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Key West
- Waterfront
- Romantic
- Scenic View
The food is very good, but overpriced. The ambiance is spectacular!
Legal Harborside - Floor 1 Restaurant and Market
$$$$·Seafood·
Seaport
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great table and view. Love all the gluten free options.
Lobster Shop South
$$$$·Seafood·
Tacoma
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
Amazing place! The food is outstanding & the views are gorgeous! Went to celebrate our friends getting married!
Lucia's on the Lake
$$$$·Italian·
Buffalo
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Food is always excellent, it is our favorite place to go for celebrations. Service was ok, could have been better. In the past it has been better. We sat in room next to at was …Read more
Mama's Fish House
$$$$·Fish·
Paia
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Waterfront
The food was delicious! Definitely a splurge, but everything we had was really good!
The Marine Room
$$$$·Global, International·
La Jolla
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Food and service was superb. We will definitely be back!
Mariposa
$$$$·Latin / Spanish·
Sedona
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Romantic
The fried avocado appetizer was heavenly. The halibut special was delicious. The views were breathtaking!
Mastro's Ocean Club - Malibu
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Malibu
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Wedding anniversary
The Mill House
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Wailuku
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Local Ingredients
We went to Maui and decided to go to the Tropical Plantation tour. From there we saw that it housed the mill house restaurant, so I went ahead and made a reservation. When we got t…Read more
Mon Ami Gabi - Las Vegas - Main Dining Room
$$$$·French·
Paris Hotel and Casino
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
- People Watching
Amazing food and lovely atmosphere!
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Kaanapali
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Casual
This is my favorite restaurant in Maui. Second time here this week and also went to beachhouse restaurant in Kauai, their sister restaurant. I’m obsessed with their mai tais, poke …Read more
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington
$$$$·Seafood·
Mt. Washington
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
this restaurant is truly an overall amazing experience. not only the food was great, but the view and staff were extremely pleasant & they also threw in a free dessert to celebrate…Read more
The Mooring Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Newport, Rhode Island
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Food was very good. We had steamed lobster and a special pozole with lobster tail and cod.
Oyster Loft
$$$$·Seafood·
Pismo Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Great food. Lovely setting
Good service.
The Ocean House Restaurant - Cape Cod
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Dennis
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
Outstanding per usual, the salmon with butternut squash was delicious, Jack , our server was wonderful, took care of all our needs 😊
Decadent Dessert, Chocolate Molten Cake a la …Read more
Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
$$$$·Seafood·
Cardiff By The Sea
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Very nice staff and gorgeous view. Food was outstanding!
Parc
$$$$·French·
Rittenhouse Square
- People Watching
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We went to lunch at Parc to celebrate by sister’s birthday. Had a wonderful waiter. I like that you can make reservations for lunch. Food was good as always. My sister did not want…Read more
Perch LA
$$$$·French American·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Amazing. The food was excellent, perfectly cooked and great flavor. And the staff were incredible. What a nice evening out.
Pier W
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Lakewood
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Thoroughly enjoyed our meal at Pier W. It is rather expensive, but understandable based on brunch selections and the excellent service. View of Lake Erie was great, however, it w…Read more
The Pink Door
$$$$·Italian·
Belltown / Pike Place Market
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Really, enjoyed our meal. The waiter was good, he was especially helpful in helping us decide on a wine.
Portland City Grill
$$$$·Steak·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Request Izzy as your server. He makes the experience!
Primavista
$$$$·Italian·
Cincinnati
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Delightful and delicious. Looking forward to next visit.
Prime Catch on the Waterfront
$$$$·Seafood·
Boynton Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
The service from Valet Parking to dessert was excellent.
Menu is pricy, but food was delicious.
The Pump House
$$$$·Southern·
Rock Hill, South Carolina
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Gorgeous view and good food.
Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture
$$$$·Contemporary French·
Princeton
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
We had a reservation but arrived early and were promptly seated. The service was excellent and the food superb.
Highly recommend
Ray's on the River
$$$$·Seafood·
Sandy Springs
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
This was one of the best culinary experiences since being in Atlanta. The food was prepared perfectly, the service was commendable and the wine choices were divine. I am making Ray…Read more
River Cafe
$$$$·American·
DUMBO / Vinegar Hill
- Romantic
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Wonderful dinner. This is our special event celebration place. Great food and service.
Robert
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Columbus Circle
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Lovely restaurant and view of Columbus Circle from the top - portions quite generous - lovely place for lunch- Ask for a window seat.
Rusty Pelican Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Newport Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Flagship Swordfish plate was excellent. Just enough spice and marinade not to overpower fresh fish.
Salt Rock Grill
$$$$·Seafood·
Indian Rocks Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
A vacation dinner must. We always look forward to a great meal and dining experience at Salt Rock Grill. Always a pleasure!
Salty's on Alki Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
West Seattle/Alki
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Our server, David, was the best!!
Salty's on the Columbia
$$$$·Seafood·
NE Portland
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fabulous food, heavenly views, and the most courteous wait staff and manager! And happy hour can’t be beat!!
Sam's Chowder House
$$$$·Seafood·
Half Moon Bay
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Excellent seafood. The best clam chowder I've tasted. Service is top notch.
Sea Watch Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Fort Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Landmark restaurant right on the water! Excellent food, service. We will be back for sure.
Sequoia
$$$$·American·
Georgetown
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Our group of six had a wonderful dinner to celebrate a birthday. Our server Ellie, helped make the evening special for all of us.
Signature Room at the 95th
$$$$·American·
Gold Coast / Streeterville
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
Had a great time, food was top notch service was great and the views were unbelievable.
Simon Pearce Restaurant
$$$$·American·
Quechee
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Beautiful location to enjoy an exceptional meal. The roast duck is so crisp and delicious!
Slanted Door
$$$$·Vietnamese·
Financial District / Embarcadero
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Fit for Foodies
Very friendly service with a nice environment and good food. Nice view of the Bay Bridge too.
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Miami
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Miami Beach / South Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Awesome experience, even better food!
The Strand House
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
This is the best place for any occasion! Great service, great food, and phenomenal view of the ocean.
Summit House - Fullerton
$$$$·Prime Rib·
Fullerton
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Love dining at the Summit. Dinner is always exceptional. When it’s time for a mother/daughter evening, we try to make it at the Summit. How can we resist having dinner with a beaut…Read more
Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn
$$$$·American·
Asheville
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
It was a beautiful view, and enjoyed having the heaters above us!
Sutro's at the Cliff House - San Francisco
$$$$·American·
San Francisco Bay Area
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Wonderfull service and food. Would highly recommend
Tavern on the Green
$$$$·American·
Midtown West
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Visiting Tavern on the Green was on my wife's bucket list and you didn't disappoint. We loved it! Great food, great service, great experience!
Tom Hams Lighthouse
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Sat outside. The view was spectacular. Service and food fantastic.
Top of the Hub
$$$$·American·
Back Bay
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
The food the view the service all excellent!!!
Top of the Market - San Diego
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Amazing, fresh seafood. Beautiful atmosphere and view! Wonderful!!
Trattoria Lisina
$$$$·Italian·
Driftwood
- Special Occasion
- Worth the Drive
- Good for Anniversaries
An always enjoyable dining experience. Management is particularly accommodating of special requests - also friendly, welcoming and efficient. We take out-of-town guests and enjoy o…Read more
The Twisted Olive
$$$$·American·
Canton
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Service was fantastic and the drinks and dessert were perfect!
Ulele
$$$$·American·
Tampa
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
My favorite place! Gorgeous outdoor space, great food and cocktails. My only complaint is it’s a bit too noisy for conversation. And a little expensive. But overall it’s wonder…Read more
Vast
$$$$·American·
Oklahoma City
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
really enjoyed my visit to the vast. I was disappointed there wasn't any beef on the menu.
Ventana Grill
$$$$·Latin American·
Pismo Beach
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
Awesome service, view, staff--all above our expectations!
Vic's on the River
$$$$·Southern·
Savannah
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Absolutely delicious. We enjoyed our meal so much we may go back again tonight.
Vivace Restaurant
$$$$·Italian·
Foothills
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
We enjoyed a lovely, quiet meal on the patio. Thank you, Daniel, for helping make my husband's birthday special.
Waterbar
$$$$·Seafood·
Financial District / Embarcadero
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Tasty dinner. Attentive waitress. Beautiful setting. We enjoyed it all !😀