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: | $$$ - $$$$ |
| Cuisines: | Contemporary American, French… |
| Neighborhoods: | Downtown, Mt. Washington, Milwaukee… |
71Above
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Downtown
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
All staff were friendly and attentive. Food was excellent.
Altius
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Mt. Washington
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
We came here from out of state to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary, and it was a fantastic experience. The food was outstanding, from the amuse bouche to the chocolate annive…Read more
Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro
$$$$·French·
Milwaukee
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
As usual, an excellent meal and overall experience.
Beach House Restaurant- Kauai
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Poipu
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Great choices on the menu. The sunset was fabulous. We had never been before, but will come the next time we’re on the island and we will recommend it to our friends.
Bertrand at Mister A's
$$$$·Contemporary French / American·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Amazing food amazing experience
The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard
$$$$·Italian·
Canton
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Everything was perfect. Our table was ready about 20 min before our reservation so we were able to be seated early. We had cocktails at the bar first which is a large space with …Read more
Blue Ridge
$$$$·Southern·
Asheville
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
My wife and I just celebrated our 41st wedding anniversary. We chose this restaurant to celebrate. We have been here before and always enjoy everything about it! It just doesn’t ge…Read more
Boat House Waterfront Dining
$$$$·Seafood·
Tiverton
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Beautiful setting and scenery.
The Boathouse
$$$$·American·
Lake Buena Vista
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Live entertainment, great drinks and food, relaxed atmosphere
Bon Appetit
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Dunedin
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fabulous Anniversary dinner. Our server was amazing and the food delicious! Love Bon Appetit.
Carrol's Creek Cafe
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Annapolis
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Favorite for a special evening! We always look forward to the cream of crab soup, this time the chef wowed me with the sesame encrusted black tuna. It was a special - amazing. Thei…Read more
Catch LA
$$$$·Seafood·
West Hollywood
- Good for a Date
- Hot Spot
- Special Occasion
Very friendly staff, and excellent food
Cecconi's Dumbo
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
DUMBO / Vinegar Hill
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
The restaurant atmosphere was outstanding with great views of the Manhattan bridge.
Chart House - Atlantic City
$$$$·Seafood·
Atlantic City
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fantastic food, staff was on top of everything. Will be back.
Chart House Restaurant - Lake Tahoe
$$$$·Seafood·
Stateline
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
- Special Occasion
Special place to hang out!
Our server was excellent and the food delicious!
We'll be back!
Chart House Restaurant - Weehawken
$$$$·Seafood·
Weehawken
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
I would like to thank everyone very much for making a beautiful evening for my wife and I in celebrating our 5th wedding anniversary. The food was fantastic! everything about our…Read more
Chicago Cut Steakhouse
$$$$·Steak·
River North (Chicago)
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
A classic Chicago steak venue, with plenty of other good options, too. Knowledgeable and attentive service; riverside table.
Coast Guard House
$$$$·Seafood·
Narragansett
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Worth the Drive
It’s a beautiful venue. The food and service were outstanding. Had chowder and a lobster roll. Yum!
Coasterra
$$$$·Regional Mexican·
Harbor Island
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great service! The ambiance and view is one of the best in San Diego.
Columbia Restaurant - SandKey
$$$$·Spanish·
Clearwater
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Authentic
Just a wonderful experience!! Food was incredible and the service spot on.
The Crow's Nest
$$$$·Seafood·
Venice
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
We were honored to celebrate our 26th anniversary at Crow's Next in Venice by the South Jetty. Thanks to all for making it a special night.
Dauphin's
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Mobile
- Scenic View
- Good for Anniversaries
- Good for a Date
Tracey Rouse was our server and she was fabulous. The view, the food, music, wine was all over the top! I’m bringing my Mom back to celebrate her 90th!!
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - Boston
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Seaport
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Amazing, we loved our dinner
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse - New York City
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Midtown West
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Business Meals
Excellent food! Love the wine selection. Miller (our waiter) was awesome!
Departure Restaurant and Lounge
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Excellent restaurant experience in every way. The food was delicious. They even have a dedicated vegan menu. My wife and I were soaring over Portland. Great staff and waitress was …Read more
Dry Dock Waterfront Grill
$$$$·Seafood·
Longboat Key
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We are regular visitors to the Dry Dock and always have a first class experience. Food great, ditto cocktails and very friendly service
Eiffel Tower
$$$$·French·
Paris Hotel and Casino
- Romantic
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
We had a lovely evening, with a spectacular view. The staff was very attentive and provided great suggestions of foods and wines. A beautiful place to visit.
El Five
$$$$·Mediterranean·
Highlands
- Scenic View
- Tapas
- Good for a Date
Everything was amazing! All the food was great and we got sit out on the patio with an amazing view. Definitely would recommend this place 👌🏽
EPIC Steak
$$$$·Steakhouse·
SOMA
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
We chose Epic for our “special” dinner on our vacation. Paul was our server and was such a delight. He is so nice and personable! We had the bread and butter flight which was worth…Read more
Farmers Fishers Bakers
$$$$·American·
Georgetown
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Casual
DELICIOUS! All the staff were welcoming and nice! Host, Melissa, was SO nice! They were jam-packed but service was still quick and food arrived quickly. We had the fish tacos and S…Read more
Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck
$$$$·Asian·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Great experience! My wife and I loved it. You should go at least once. Nice for an special occasion!
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown Charleston
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great view. Great food. A bit noisy, but everyone was enjoying themselves!
Fleetwood's On Front St.
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We have eaten at Fleetwood's on each of our visits to Maui and are never disappointed. The food is always great, the staff are friendly and the live music is great. Highly recommen…Read more
GAONNURI
$$$$·Korean·
Midtown West
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Romantic
Great Korean food with amazing city view - a perfect spot for Friday night.
Giada - The Cromwell
$$$$·Contemporary Italian·
The Strip
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Giana’s was everything I thought it would be. Service was excellent. My waitress was really attentive to my husband and I needs. We had a wonderful strip view that the host seated …Read more
Gibsons Italia
$$$$·Steakhouse·
River North (Chicago)
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Outside of waiting 30 min for our table when we had reservations, our experience was exceptional. Food was amazing, ambiance is beautiful, and service was top notch. Our waiter Sco…Read more
The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
Pensacola
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Food was delicious and you can't beat $2.50 mimosas.
Greens Restaurant
$$$$·Vegetarian / Vegan·
Marina / Cow Hollow / Presidio
- Good Vegetarian Options
- Waterfront
- Healthy
Lovely experience, especially at sundown.
Harbor House
$$$$·Seafood·
Milwaukee
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Tremendous views of Lake Michigan, excellent food, good service
Hell's Kitchen - Caesars Palace Las Vegas
$$$$·American·
Caesars Palace
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Food was very good but still overpriced a little
House Without a Key
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Waikiki
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Waterfront
- Live Music
Birthday dinner. Amazing food. Great ambience
Il Fornaio - Coronado
$$$$·Italian·
Coronado
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
The best view, romantic and excellent food
Island Prime
$$$$·Steak·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Romantic
Calamari, tuna stack, filet mignon trio, and seabass... top notch!!!
Jake's Del Mar
$$$$·American·
Del Mar
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Jake's is awesome - every seat in the restaurant has a great view, and the service and food always wonderful!
JB's On The Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
Deerfield Beach
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Scenic View
Great food, friendly staff, RIGHT on the beach. Outdoor seating is covered and comfortable in hot weather.
Kimo's Restaurant Maui
$$$$·Seafood·
Lahaina
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great food, obieonce and a friendly staff from Pat at the bar to David our waiter.
Kyle G's Prime Seafood
$$$$·Seafood·
Stuart
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
What a beautiful place! Amazing ocean view from every vantage point in the restaurant, including the bar. Terrific Happy Hour drinks and fabulous service. Our dining room server, …Read more
La Mar by Gastón Acurio
$$$$·Peruvian·
Miami
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
Amazing Peruvian dishes
Latitudes on Sunset Key
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Key West
- Waterfront
- Romantic
- Scenic View
Latitudes is our favourite “special” place and it never fails us. This visit we had a great meal under a spectacular sunset, made some new friends and all in all had a wonderful …Read more
Legal Harborside - Floor 1 Restaurant and Market
$$$$·Seafood·
Seaport
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Great table and view. Love all the gluten free options.
Lobster Shop South
$$$$·Seafood·
Tacoma
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
Amazing food and service! So far we’ve been here twice and haven’t had a drink or dish that we didn’t thoroughly enjoy. And I mean, amazing food. Lots of options. Not just a seafoo…Read more
Lucia's on the Lake
$$$$·Italian·
Buffalo
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Food and service was excellent. Jacob was our waiter and was outstanding. Well done.
Mama's Fish House
$$$$·Fish·
Paia
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Excellent Food and Excellent Service!!!
The Marine Room
$$$$·Global, International·
La Jolla
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
The view and experience was wonderful.
Mariposa
$$$$·Latin / Spanish·
Sedona
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
The fried avocado appetizer was heavenly. The halibut special was delicious. The views were breathtaking!
Mastro's Ocean Club - Malibu
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Malibu
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Mastro's Ocean Club is the best way to celebrate anything!
The Mill House
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Wailuku
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Local Ingredients
Excellent food and staff was awesome. Beware that there are a lot of children, especially earlier
Mon Ami Gabi - Las Vegas - Main Dining Room
$$$$·French·
Paris Hotel and Casino
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Amazing food and lovely atmosphere!
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman - Whalers Village
$$$$·Hawaii Regional Cuisine·
Kaanapali
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Casual
Best happy hour in Maui!
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington
$$$$·Seafood·
Mt. Washington
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
21st Birthday
The Mooring Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Newport, Rhode Island
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Excellent fresh fish, prepared perfectly, excellent service in a beautiful setting. One minor criticism- I really wish you didn’t feel the need to pump electronic pulse music nonst…Read more
Oyster Loft
$$$$·Seafood·
Pismo Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
We had a wonderful experience at Oyster Loft. From the ambiance to the delicious food, we thoroughly enjoyed celebrating our bride-to-be. They sat us at a beautiful table overlooki…Read more
The Ocean House Restaurant - Cape Cod
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Dennis
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
- Scenic View
Wonderful dinner, Rachael, our sever was great. Will be back!
Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
$$$$·Seafood·
Cardiff By The Sea
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Very nice staff and gorgeous view. Food was outstanding!
Parc
$$$$·French·
Rittenhouse Square
- People Watching
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Good for a Date
Sitting outside at Parc is always great for people watching. I met a friend in town for breakfast and was really rely and they were nice enough to seat me and let my enjoy coffee …Read more
Perch LA
$$$$·French American·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
- Great for Outdoor Dining
Everything was perfect except the server lian The most raicist person ever
Pier W
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Lakewood
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
We went for our 24th anniversary. Great service and food.
The Pink Door
$$$$·Italian·
Belltown / Pike Place Market
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Really, enjoyed our meal. The waiter was good, he was especially helpful in helping us decide on a wine.
Portland City Grill
$$$$·Steak·
Downtown
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Best food and service in Portland in my estimation. Plan to spend around $100 per person though
Primavista
$$$$·Italian·
Cincinnati
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Delightful and delicious. Looking forward to next visit.
Prime Catch on the Waterfront
$$$$·Seafood·
Boynton Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
we sat outside & it was a beautiful night .My salmon was delicious but my husbands shrimp &scallops scampi didnt taste like it had ANY garlic in it which was disappointing, overall…Read more
The Pump House
$$$$·Southern·
Rock Hill, South Carolina
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Scenic View
Gorgeous view and good food.
Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture
$$$$·Contemporary French·
Princeton
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
Fantastic dining experience. Excellent food and very attentive staff.
River Cafe
$$$$·American·
DUMBO / Vinegar Hill
- Special Occasion
- Waterfront
- Romantic
Excellent as usual!!! Looking forward to next time!
Robert
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Columbus Circle
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Had an out of town guest, and as always Robert never disappoints! It’s a perfect combination of wonderful ambience, an incredible view of Columbus circle, with exquisitely prepared…Read more
Rusty Pelican Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Newport Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Good for a Date
As a visitor from the east coast, I'd rate our dining experience as a classic California dining experience. Great food, service, and view.
Salt Rock Grill
$$$$·Seafood·
Indian Rocks Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Our favourite restaurant to go to near North Redington Beach. Food and service are always top notch!
Salty's on Alki Beach
$$$$·Seafood·
West Seattle/Alki
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Great service, excellent food, and you can’t beat the view of the Seattle skyline.
Salty's on the Columbia
$$$$·Seafood·
NE Portland
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Fabulous food, heavenly views, and the most courteous wait staff and manager! And happy hour can’t be beat!!
Sam's Chowder House
$$$$·Seafood·
Half Moon Bay
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Great for Outdoor Dining
We came for the food and were not disappointed - our sons ended up food they ate (which can be a challenge with them), and my wife and I enjoyed the seafood - I had the blue crab s…Read more
Sea Watch Restaurant
$$$$·Seafood·
Fort Lauderdale
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Excellent service and delicious food, as always!
Sequoia
$$$$·American·
Georgetown
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Our group of six had a wonderful dinner to celebrate a birthday. Our server Ellie, helped make the evening special for all of us.
Signature Room at the 95th
$$$$·American·
Gold Coast / Streeterville
- Scenic View
- Romantic
- Special Occasion
The signature room was outstanding. I would definitely recommend it to a friend and would come back here again!!
Simon Pearce Restaurant
$$$$·American·
Quechee
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Waterfront
So lovely. We cale to celebrate birthdays for both of my daughters — the food and atmosphere were both incredible. We ordered the cod, swordfish, steak — which were all wonderful —…Read more
Slanted Door
$$$$·Vietnamese·
Financial District / Embarcadero
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Fit for Foodies
Excellent food but missed open of Sauvignon bland or Pinot Grigio by glass!!!!!
Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse - Miami
$$$$·Steakhouse·
Miami Beach / South Beach
- Waterfront
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
Awesome experience, even better food!
The Strand House
$$$$·Contemporary American·
Manhattan Beach / Hermosa Beach
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
This is the best place for any occasion! Great service, great food, and phenomenal view of the ocean.
Summit House - Fullerton
$$$$·Prime Rib·
Fullerton
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
- Scenic View
Wednesday prime rib special is the best!! Lobster bisque is the soup of the day which makes it the perfect combo for me everytime.
Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn
$$$$·American·
Asheville
- Scenic View
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
Our server Lex was excellent. Food was delicious especially the biscuits served at the beginning of the meal. Lovely evening!
Sutro's at the Cliff House - San Francisco
$$$$·American·
Richmond District
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Great food and wonderful view!
Tavern on the Green
$$$$·American·
Midtown West
- Great for Outdoor Dining
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
Send off dinner for my kids
Tom Hams Lighthouse
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
Sat outside. The view was spectacular. Service and food fantastic.
Top of the Hub
$$$$·American·
Back Bay
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Beautiful view, great food, attentive staff., overall onderful experience. Thank you, Top of the Hub, for a fabulous dinner.
Top of the Market - San Diego
$$$$·Seafood·
Downtown / Gaslamp
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Special Occasion
The food was great my lobster was delicious. The service was very good and the view of the bay was magnificent
Trattoria Lisina
$$$$·Italian·
Driftwood
- Worth the Drive
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
Been here several times and as always it was outstanding. Had the special of the night which was cheese ravioli. It was super delicious and the right size portion. Nothing went to…Read more
The Twisted Olive
$$$$·American·
Canton
- Special Occasion
- Good for a Date
- Good for Anniversaries
Service was fantastic and the drinks and dessert were perfect!
Ulele
$$$$·American·
Tampa
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
- Special Occasion
Great place for your birthday lunch with great friends.
Vast
$$$$·American·
Oklahoma City
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Romantic
Excellent vegan/vegetarian options which we appreciated greatly and were delicious, thank you and we’ll be back soon!
Ventana Grill
$$$$·Latin American·
Pismo Beach
- Scenic View
- Waterfront
- Good for a Date
Awesome service, view, staff--all above our expectations!
Vivace Restaurant
$$$$·Italian·
Foothills
- Scenic View
- Special Occasion
- Good for Anniversaries
We always take our clients to Vivace and they are suitably impressed with the food and service. In fact, this month we are taking 3 different clients there. Daniel Scordato should …Read more