From avant-garde dining in Madrid to refined French cuisine in Tokyo, these eight extraordinary and most luxurious restaurants deliver unforgettable experiences for the elite traveller.
Anyone wanting to indulge whilst travelling, it’s not always about the destination — it’s about the experience. And in 2025, the pinnacle of global gastronomy, can be found in a carefully curated list of the world’s most luxurious restaurants.
Whether it’s immersive molecular gastronomy in Copenhagen or fire-kissed perfection in rural Spain, these elite dining destinations combine culinary artistry, rare ingredients, and exceptional service to create once-in-a-lifetime meals. Here are eight of the most upscale restaurants in the world — each one redefining what it means to dine in true luxury.
Maido – Lima, Peru
Where Peruvian soul meets Japanese precision
Currently ranked as the best restaurant in the world, Maido in Lima is the crown jewel of Nikkei cuisine — a sublime fusion of Japanese technique and Peruvian ingredients.
Helmed by chef Mitsuharu “Micha” Tsumura, Maido offers a meticulously crafted tasting menu that is both artistic and deeply personal. Diners are treated to dishes like sea urchin rice with Amazonian vegetables and slow-cooked short rib in miso, each course an homage to cultural convergence. The setting is sleek yet warm, with Japanese minimalist aesthetics infused with Latin vibrancy. Booking here is a global gastronomic pilgrimage.
Asador Etxebarri – Atxondo, Spain
Luxury through simplicity and fire
In the sleepy Basque village of Atxondo, Asador Etxebarri is a temple to smoke and fire. Chef Victor Arguinzoniz has elevated grilling into an art form, using custom-made wood-fired grills to coax out the purest essence of each ingredient. From grilled Palamós prawns to smoked milk ice cream, every bite reflects terroir and technique in equal measure. What makes this restaurant luxurious isn’t opulence — it’s the purity, precision, and rarity of the ingredients, many of which are sourced from within the valley. Guests dine with sweeping views of the mountains, in an atmosphere that feels both remote and refined.
Quintonil – Mexico City, Mexico
Modern Mexico at its most elegant
Quintonil in the heart of Mexico City is a celebration of native flavours reimagined through a contemporary lens. Led by chef Jorge Vallejo, the restaurant’s approach is rooted in sustainability and culinary heritage, showcasing ingredients like cactus, chicatana ants, and amaranth with extraordinary finesse. Quintonil’s understated yet sophisticated design allows the food to take centre stage, while its flawless wine pairings and intuitive service make for an elite dining affair. It’s Mexican fine dining like you’ve never seen it — bold, refined, and quietly luxurious.
DiverXO – Madrid, Spain
Dining as theatre, imagination as flavour
Chef David Muñoz’s three-Michelin-starred DiverXO is not just a meal — it’s a high-octane performance. From the surrealist dragon murals on the walls to dishes that arrive in a cloud of smoke or encased in edible packaging, everything here is designed to disrupt expectations. Menus feature creations like Iberian pork with strawberry kimchi and squid in black garlic ink served on a canvas. The service is polished yet daring, matching the flamboyance of the food. For lovers of avant-garde cuisine and unforgettable spectacle, DiverXO is the ultimate luxury.
Alchemist – Copenhagen, Denmark
Where molecular gastronomy meets immersive art
Alchemist is perhaps the most boundary-pushing dining experience on the planet. Chef Rasmus Munk takes guests on a five-hour, 50-course journey that blends food, theatre, and technology. Each dish is a story — sometimes social commentary, sometimes pure wonder — presented in stunning immersive rooms with floor-to-ceiling visual projections. Expect edible sculptures, levitating plates, and servers who act as part of the performance. It’s not just a restaurant; it’s a multi-sensory universe where luxury meets imagination, curated for those who crave the extraordinary.
Sézanne – Tokyo, Japan
French refinement in the heart of Tokyo
Tucked inside the elegant Four Seasons Hotel Marunouchi, Sézanne brings classic French cuisine to Japan’s buzzing capital with extraordinary grace. Under the guidance of British chef Daniel Calvert, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant blends timeless French techniques with impeccable Japanese produce. The interiors are serene and softly lit, featuring bespoke crystal and delicate floral arrangements — every detail a nod to refinement. Signature dishes such as Oscietra caviar with Champagne sabayon or truffle-laced poularde exemplify elevated indulgence, making Sézanne one of Tokyo’s most coveted tables.
The Ritz – London, UK
The epitome of British elegance
Named the best restaurant in the UK for 2025, The Ritz in London is a symbol of high society and timeless luxury. Located within the iconic Ritz Hotel in Piccadilly, its dining room gleams with opulent chandeliers, gold leaf detailing, and regal flourishes. The menu, by Executive Chef John Williams, features exquisite British fare like langoustine with citrus butter and roasted lamb with wild garlic — dishes that honour tradition while embracing innovation. Impeccable white-gloved service and the optional “Ritz Champagne Dinner” elevate the entire experience to the sublime.
Moor Hall – West Lancashire, UK
Farm-to-fork artistry in the English countryside
Set in a beautifully restored 13th-century manor, Moor Hall has become a beacon of modern British gastronomy. Awarded second place in the UK for 2025 and led by Chef of the Year Mark Birchall, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant offers a hyper-local tasting menu using ingredients grown on its five-acre estate. Dishes like aged beef with smoked mushroom and raw scallop with elderflower are elegant yet earthy, served in a sleek dining space that overlooks tranquil gardens and a lake. The experience is intimate, immersive, and deeply connected to place — a quiet luxury that lingers long after the final bite.
