Revolving Rooftop Restaurants
Jan 8, 2011 | 5:20 pm
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Not that impressive (food/service-wise), but the Marriott in Time Square has a nice view of the city skyline (they provide an outline map so you can decipher the buildings) from their restaurant (View)
Much higher in altitude (1000+ feet) is the CN Tower in Toronto - 360 Restaurant -- supposedly you can see Niagara Falls on a nice day -- I did not the 2 times I went.
Much higher in altitude (1000+ feet) is the CN Tower in Toronto - 360 Restaurant -- supposedly you can see Niagara Falls on a nice day -- I did not the 2 times I went.
Jan 8, 2011 | 5:41 pm
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The one atop Seattle's Space Needle is terrible. Expensive, indifferent food, like a trip to 1973 except for the prices.
Jan 8, 2011 | 6:45 pm
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The only one I've been to is the one on top of the Schilthorn in Switzerland. It was also Blofeld's lair in a James Bond film. You can watch scenes from the movie at the restaurant (in another room, thankfully) and they serve a James Bond Brunch.
As I recall, it was expensive and the food mediocre. You pay to be revolving at the top of the Alps. The view is second to none, though.
http://www.schilthorn.ch/?uid=32
As I recall, it was expensive and the food mediocre. You pay to be revolving at the top of the Alps. The view is second to none, though.
http://www.schilthorn.ch/?uid=32
Jan 8, 2011 | 7:14 pm
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The only one I've been to is the one on top of the Schilthorn in Switzerland. It was also Blofeld's lair in a James Bond film. You can watch scenes from the movie at the restaurant (in another room, thankfully) and they serve a James Bond Brunch.
As I recall, it was expensive and the food mediocre. You pay to be revolving at the top of the Alps. The view is second to none, though.
http://www.schilthorn.ch/?uid=32
As I recall, it was expensive and the food mediocre. You pay to be revolving at the top of the Alps. The view is second to none, though.
http://www.schilthorn.ch/?uid=32
Jan 8, 2011 | 7:46 pm
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I don't have any personal experience, but this article recommends Five Sixty at the Reunion Tower in Dallas.
Jan 8, 2011 | 8:41 pm
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I don't have any personal experience, but this article recommends Five Sixty at the Reunion Tower in Dallas.
I'm not big on "revolving" restaurants though. I've found that a spectacular view can be offered with out the gimmick.
I suggest the Signature Room in Chicago, and Yamashiro's in Los Angeles, both amazing views, especially at night.
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Jan 9, 2011 | 10:10 am
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The restaurant in the Kamzik TV Tower in Bratislava, Slovak Republic:
The UFO Restaurant across the Danube at Bratislava is atop the Novy Most bridge, but I am not sure whether it revolves:
The UFO Restaurant across the Danube at Bratislava is atop the Novy Most bridge, but I am not sure whether it revolves:
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Jan 9, 2011 | 3:47 pm
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I have never, ever been impressed with the food at a revolving restaurant. I think I'm like 0/6 on them. I only do drinks in those now if I just really want to see the view.
I guess they just always end up being a perfect storm of tourist trap.
I guess they just always end up being a perfect storm of tourist trap.
Jan 9, 2011 | 5:08 pm
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Hank's Look-A-Round Caf.
Jan 9, 2011 | 5:26 pm
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Skylon Tower Niagara Falls
Went once here :
Welcome to the world-famous Skylon Tower Niagara Falls. Located in the heart of the Niagara Falls hotel, dining and entertainment district the Skylon Tower is the most famous landmark next to the Falls. Situated just steps from the Falls and across from Fallsview Casino the Skylon Tower offers visitors the very best in Niagara Falls attraction, fine dining and family restaurant selection
http://www.skylon.com/
Welcome to the world-famous Skylon Tower Niagara Falls. Located in the heart of the Niagara Falls hotel, dining and entertainment district the Skylon Tower is the most famous landmark next to the Falls. Situated just steps from the Falls and across from Fallsview Casino the Skylon Tower offers visitors the very best in Niagara Falls attraction, fine dining and family restaurant selection
http://www.skylon.com/
Jan 9, 2011 | 5:45 pm
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The restaurant in the Hyatt Regency in downtown Kansas City is a decent steakhouse with great views. I don't recall the name, it may be "Skies."
The restaurant in the Hyatt Regency in downtown Kansas City is a decent steakhouse with great views. I don't recall the name, it may be "Skies."