These Chinese dining experiences range from converted prison restaurants to artisanal baiju bars that introduce the nation's drink of choice to tourists with an appreciation for authenticity. China is not only a budding economic center but is also a mecca for experiential dining.
The nation's food experiences are not only limited to sensory restaurant spaces and sky-high lounges but also include personal chef apps that connect food lovers with a premium meal of their liking. These Chinese dining experiences will appeal to foodies with an appreciation for gourmet and traditional cuisine along with those with an affinity for themed restaurant concepts.
While the North American themed restaurant might consist of a dinner and a show, China's cell-situated prison restaurants and surrealist art bars leave a more dynamic and lasting impression on its visitors.
20 Chinese Dining Experiences
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Green-Hued Eatery Interiors
The P.S. Restaurant is Restfully Futuristic
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Eclectically Retro Eateries
The Matto Bar and Pizzeria is Cozy and Rustic
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Fixed Gear Bicycle Boutiques
This Shanghai Bicycle Shop Boasts an Industrial-Chic Design
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Converted Prison Restaurants
China's Latest Experiential Dining Fad Involves Shackles and a Cell
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Illusionary Sky Lounges
The Kokaistudios ‘Yu Bar’ is Breathtaking
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Antiquated Alleyway Bars
This Shanghai Punch Bar Resembles an Old World Establishment
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Socially Conscious Pizzerias
Gung Ho! is a Sustainable Restaurant in Beijing Revolutionizing Pizza
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Marina-Inspired Seafood Shops
This Seafood Shop in Shanghai Boasts Intricate Design Details
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Arabesque Shadow Interiors
Vegas Beijing Noodle No. 9 Provides a Surreal Dining Environment
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Incandescent Starry-Night Restaurants
‘The Feast’ Restaurant in Shanghai Emulates the
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Oriental Whiskey Fortresses
The Johnnie Walker House & Limited-Edition Bottles in Shanghai China
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Multi-Sensory Eateries
The UltraViolet Restaurant by Paul Pairet is Modern Luxury Epitomized
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Surrealist Bar Rooms
The Yucca Lounge is Beautifully Vibrant and Crazy
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Dish-Decorated Ceilings
The Taiwan Noodle House Has Fixtures That Match the Crockery
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Ecological Chinese Cafes
This Chinese Cafe Puts an Emphasis on Building Community & Upcycling
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Feminine Steak Boxes
W Steak for Kids Appeals to Mothers Seeking High-Protein Meals
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Industrial Asian Bar Designs
Roy Zsidai Builds a Pub in Budapest with Various Influences
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Artisanal Baiju Bars
China's Capital Spirits Bar Offer Authentic and Cultural Cocktails
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Personal Chef Apps
Hao Chushi Connects Users with Chefs Who Prepare Meals Within One's Home
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Industrial Chinese Eateries
Beijing's Liang Shi Restaurant is Located in the City's Art District
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Earthy DIY Eateries
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Japanese Fembot Diners
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Vibrant Upscale Hostels
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Whimsical Vintage Restaurants
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Chic Charismatic Canteens
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Contemporary Cottage Escapes
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Colorful Burger Restaurants
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Curvy Pristine Restaurants
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Rustic Industrial Restaurants
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Hybrid Barbershop Cafes
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Pixelated Panel Interiors
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Atmospheric Timber Restaurants
This Elwood Restaurant Celebrates the Suburb's Literary History
Airport Food Halls
This Helsinki Airport Restaurant is Almost a Vacation in Itself
Cartoon Cat Cuisine
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Eclectic Industrial Eateries
The Amerikka Design Office Chico’s Restaurant is Bold
Fixed Gear Bicycle Boutiques
This Shanghai Bicycle Shop Boasts an Industrial-Chic Design
Earthy Geometric Abodes
This Stunning Cubist Home is Flawless, Organic and Artistic
Beaver Dam Ceilings
Silver Restaurant by DarkDesignGroup Feature Beautiful Wood Accents
Dining Car-Inspired Restaurants
The Fabbrica Bergen Pizzeria is Warm and Intimate
Whimsical Gelato Boutiques
The Rocambolesc Gelateria is a Charming Ice Cream Factory
Graffiti-Covered Interiors
This Chic Hotel Restaurant Features a Doodle-Covered Interior
Installation-Inspired Shops
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Luxurious Palate-Inspired Getaways
'VeryFirstTo' Introduces a $275,000 Food-Centric Holiday
Modern Seafood Restaurants
This Fish and Chip Shop Boasts a Pristine Visual Branding Identity
Converted Shop Hotels
Urbanauts Project Turns Abandoned Stores into 4-Star Accommodations
Negotiable Payment Cafes
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Provincial Delicatessen Interiors
This London Butcher Shop Boasts Artisanal Design Inspirations
Luxury Urban Retreats
The Bingham Hotel Provides a City Getaway from Central London
Couture Pastry Shops
Prada Not Only Sells Clothes, But It Will Soon Sell Prada Pastries
Urban Rooftop Bars
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Menswear Brand Cafes
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Food Truck-inspired Restaurants
The Truck De-luxe Restaurant Features a Truck-Inspired Counter
Shipping Container Eateries
Los Sopranos by Pedro Scattarella Redefines Reclaimed Design
Donut Doppelgänger Photography
The 'Donut Doubles' Series Finds an Unexpected Food Match
Contemporary Industrial Markets
This Mexico City Restaurant Features a Vertical Vegetable Garden
Bovine-Branded Eateries
The Minas Kosmidis 'Farma Kreaton' Restaurant is Thematic Throughout
Tantalizing Treetop Restaurants (UPDATE)
The Yellow Pages Redwoods Treehouse Eatery is High Class
Mock Coffee Chain Cafes
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Subterranean Espresso Bars
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Romantic Clubhouse Interiors
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Iconic Department Store Cafes
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Bike Culture Fashion Stores
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Dynamic Geometry Discos
Club Octagon Features an Astonishing and Modern Interior
Aquaponic Greenhouse Eateries
This New Green Restaurant is Also an Environmental Incubator
Discounted Ingredient Apps
A Dutch App Tracks Supermarket Deals and Offers Inexpensive Recipes
Decaying Restaurant Decor
Kengo Kuma's Tetchan Eatery is Crafted From Recycled Cords and Cables
Quality Eatery Sound Systems
Oliveto Restaurant Installs Meyer Sound's Concert Hall-Grade Audio
Regally Vintage Italian Eateries
The 'Barbatella' Italian Eatery in Naples is Vintage and Lavish
Extravagant Meal Graphs
The 10 of the World's Most Expensive Dishes Infographic is Opulent
Formaldehyde Restaurant Art
Damien Hirst's Cock and Bull is on Display at Tramshed
Glowing Garden Bistros
The Integrated Field 'Ingfah Restaurant' is Breezy and Luminous
Multi-Sensory Eateries
The UltraViolet Restaurant by Paul Pairet is Modern Luxury Epitomized
Homemade Gourmet Meats
The Marinated Flank Steak is Served with Two Sauces
Clouded Ceiling Eateries
The Ho-Hum Restaurant by M4 Features Artful Spacial Elements
Ambient Lounge Interiors
The Weekend Cocktail Bar Aims to Appeal During Both Day and Night
Bike Factory Cafes
Heritage Bicycles in Chicago is Part Bike Shop and Part Coffeeshop
Local Sandwich Projects
This Urban Farm Experiment Creates the Ham and Cheese Tosti From Scratch
Frosting-Inspired Eateries
The Cupcake Boutique by DITTEL Satisfies One’s Sweet Tooth
Food-Donating Apps
This Food App Donates Money to Food Banks Every Time You Eat at a Restarant
Recycling Roaming Restaurants
The Forgotten Feast is a Pop-Up Natural Eating Experience
Sound-Silencing Restaurants
The Acoustics Adjustment System at COMAL is iPad Powered
Meticulous Colony Illustrations
Artist 3LAND Created Clusters That Look Like Familiar Objects
Tessellated Exterior Stadiums
The BBVA Compass Stadium Has a Dynamic Exterior
Faceted Fish Restaurants
The Gundry & Ducker 'Yoobi Sushi' Shop is Geometric
Garden-Glazed Skyscrapers
Murphy and Jahn Design the Pentominium for the Yongsan District in Seoul
Luxe Travelling Eateries
The 'Gourmet Bus' Serves Haute Cuisine While You Sightsee
Canned Seafood Restaurants
The Tincan Restaurant Seeks to be the Best Provider of Tinned Seafood
$1,000 Ice Cream Treats
The Opulence Sundae is Staggeringly Expensive & Sweet
Eclectic Diner-Inspired Lounges
The Smoking Panda Bar in Sydney is a Neon-Tinged Good Time
Refreshingly Airy Abodes
The Tarifa House Accommodates Rising Temperatures
Sleek Sustainable Eateries
The Beef Bar in Mexico City Puts Focus on Lush Greenery
Empowering Culinary Education
Knead-To-Feed is a Social Enterprise Specializing in Artisan Breads
Escher-Inspired Eateries
The Joey Ho Design Limited 'The Room' Restaurant is Mind-Boggling
Aviation-Themed Airport Bars
This Heathrow Restaurant and Bar is Inspired by Vintage Jets
Small-Batch Coffee Roasters
Nylon Coffee Roasters Operate a Sustainable Coffee Bar in Singapore
Fiery BBQ Branding
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Modern Cave Cafes
The Tea Mountain Tea Shop was Designed by A1 Architects
Floating Orb Eateries
The Ciel de Paris by Noe Duchaufour-Lawrance is Boldly Lit
Canopied Ceiling Cafes
The Play Pot Restaurant is Inspired by Street Venders
Open Concrete Architecture
The Mortuary House in Vila Caiz is Filled with Surprises
Casual Mediterranean Interiors
This Italian Restaurant Interior in Kent is Bright and Polished
Futuristic Historical Headquarters
The MoreySmith Coca-Cola Headquarters Mixes Old with New
Animal-Preserving Food Apps
The Humane Eating Project is an App for Finding Animal Friendly Food
Modern Elevated Transport Hubs
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Size-Deception Abodes
Moon Hoon Makes the Roll House Look Bigger from the Front
Tweaked Trifle Desserts
Serve Cake Over Steak's Brownie Tiramisu Trifle Recipe at Daytime Events
Opulent Glass Eateries
The Guilhermina Restaurant in Sao Paulo is a Rectangular Glass Structure
Collaborative Consumption Apps
The Ripe Near Me Local Food App Helps You Find Food Right Near You
Dynamic Geometric Bars
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Virtual Caviar Apps
Anton Repponen's Mobile App Creates a Faux Gourmet Experience
Top Floor Raver Lounges
The HWKN MINI Rooftop Hosts Sky-High Light Shows
Take-Home Mediterranean Meals
Yalla Mediterranean Caters to Families with Take-Out Meals
Palace-Like Champagne Bars
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Ethical Tapas
Poco Bristol is a Restaurant Offering Seasonal and Sustainable Food
Pop Art-Inspired Eateries
The Shumis Pizzeria Takes Cues From Warhol
Poetry-Infused Restaurants
The Atelier Crenn Restaurant Blends Poetry and Culinary Excellence
Wholesome Meat-Eater Treats
Beef Steak Sticks Make Great Protein-Rich On-the-Go Eats
Adorable Star-Themed Cafes
The Kiki & Lala Cafe Offers a Variety of Starry Menu Items
Agricultural Water Infographics
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Delivered Dinner Kits
Gobble Helps You Cook Healthy and Quick Meals in 10 Minutes with One Pan
Curated Food Apps
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Prisoner-Run Hospitality Services
The Clink Restaurant Offers Employment to Ex-Offenders
Nautical Rope-Lined Eateries
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Gourmet Casual Meals
The Gourmet Sandwich Club Puts a Premium Spin on Classic Dishes
Sinfully Tempting Coffee Bags
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Nordic Korean Cafes
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Stacked Sports Halls
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Converted Jungle-Like Cafes
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Sustainable Food Subscriptions
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Simplified Food-Finding Apps
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Sustainable Rye Distilleries
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Linear Element Eateries
The Tsukiage-An Restaurant Stays True to its Japanese Culture
Roaming Refugee Restaurants
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Cheesy Macaroni Steak Filets
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Champagne Culinary Experiences
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Candid Culinary Reviews
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Sophisticated Event Venues
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Culinary Music Apps
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Community Motorcycle Repair
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Grill-Insired Fiery Billboards
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Miniature BBQ Thermometers
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Monolithic Sports Complexes
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