As merchandisers attempt to entice people into brick-and-mortar stores in an age when they are faced with continually convenient online shopping options, brands have begun to develop retail concepts that merge the experience of dining and entertainment in order to add multiple layers to every visit.
By hybridizing services, reimagining the dining experience and adding in convenient bonus services that save consumers time and money, brands serve to enhance the overall value of the experience. By combining services and adding in wholly entertaining elements, brands and merchandisers can expand the consumer understanding for what it is a brand offers.
Similarly, this shift toward entertainment-focused, multifaceted dining experience speaks to the consumer interest in patronizing experiential that translate into a status story they can later share with friends and family.
29 Entertainment-Focused Dining Ideas
From Interactive Food Studios to Poetry-Infused Restaurants:
Rebecca Byers — Nov 4, 2015 — Lifestyle
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Self-Service Restaurants
This Automated Restaurant Serves Quinoa Bowls Without Waiters or Cashiers
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Cajun Restaurant Interiors
This Cajun Restaurant in Hong Kong is Inspired by a Fishing Boat
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Single-Table Restaurants
The Pop-Up UNA Restaurant Contains One Table That Seats 12 Guests
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Atmospheric Timber Restaurants
This Elwood Restaurant Celebrates the Suburb's Literary History
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Sky-High Lounges
The Sunset Lounge is Located on the Highest Floor of the World's Tallest Hotel
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Converted Prison Restaurants
China's Latest Experiential Dining Fad Involves Shackles and a Cell
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Cannabis-Inspired Restaurants
'Cannabistro' is a Pop-Up Diner Serving Gourmet Herb Dishes
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Interactive Smart Restaurants
Ebony Restaurant in Dubai Uses Dining Tables as Interactive Devices
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Eclectic Asian Eateries
This Food Bazaar in Thailand Recreates the Experience of Chinatown Indoors
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Gourmet Movie Theater Menus
The EuropaCorp First Class Cinema Serves Caviar and Champagne
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Experiential Foodie Events
'Try My Kitchen' Offers Cooking Classes, Group Dinners and Hosted Meals
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Dishwashing Diners
This Unique Pop-Up Restaurant Has Diners 'Pay' by Washing Dishes
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Cosmic Dine-In Restaurants
This Retro Diner Mimics the Design of a Drive-In Movie Theater
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Multisensory Dining Experiments
The Sony Multi-Room Audio System Pairs Perfectly with Gastro Fare
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Upscale Dessert Tastings
Langham Hotel's Modern Afternoon Tea Celebrates 150 Years of the Hotel
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Spanish Food Vacations
This Hotel Offers Packages That Lets You Indulge in the Food of Barcelona
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Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges
Hong Kong's Ritz-Carlton Added a Luxurious Seven-Person Caviar Bar
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Sensory Dessert Schools
Haagen-Dazs' Ice Cream Master Academy is a School for the Senses
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Hassle-Free Luxury Theaters
Arclight Pictures Aims to Elevate the Moviegoing Experience
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Sassy Server Restaurants
Ed Debevic's Purposefully Offers Rude Restaurant Service to Customers
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Family-Friendly Dine-In Theaters
The AMC Theaters 'Fork & Screen' is Designed for All Ages
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Thematic Movie Menus
New York's Nitehawk Cinema Coordinates Food and Movie Choices
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Poetry-Infused Restaurants
The Atelier Crenn Restaurant Blends Poetry and Culinary Excellence
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Luxury Car-Inspired Eateries
'Restaurant 356' Allows Guests a View of the Porsche Driving Track
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Dining Cinema Seats
The Movie Theater Seats at the 'Movie Tavern' Provide Folding Trays for Food
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Experiential Japanese Feasts
The Peace Kitchen Shares Japanese Food and Culture Traditions
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Experiential Dessert Tastings
The Ritz Carlton Hong Kong's Sweet Soirees Feature a Luxe Spread
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Pop Culture-Themed Eateries
This Pop-Up Restaurant Draws Inspiration from a Beloved TV Series
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Interactive Food Studios
The Edinburgh Food Studio has Edible Installations & Educational Courses
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Experiential Breakfast Pop-Ups
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Customizable Ice Cream
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Exclusive Museum-Inspired Eateries
This Istanbul Restaurant is a Stunning and Moody Affair
#ExperienceBuick: Detroit Design Tour
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Cannabis Cafe Hotels
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Homey Office Spaces
This Small Loft Office was Decorated to Mimic a Cozy Living Room
Baby Food Brand Activations
Ella's Kitchen Hosted a Pop-up Event Featuring 150 Baby Consumers
Opulent Champagne Eatery Pop-Ups
Krug Champagne Created an Upscale Fish & Chips Pop-Up for London
Colorful Burger Restaurants
CUT architectures Designs a Playfully Pastel Interior for PNY
Floating Market Soda Pop-Ups
The Schweppes Floating Market Has Set Its Sails in Australia
Wearable Headphone Screens
The Mask Personal Movie Theater by Dashbon is Extremely Portable
Luxe Lounge Editorials
The Vogue Germany Express Yourself Photoshoot is Relaxed Yet Couture
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
Squeezable Ice Cream Packaging
d'Ice Has Two Vibrantly Branded Children's Ice Pop Treats
Teen Restauranteur Eateries
Eureka is a New NYC Restaurant Run by 16-Year-Old Chef Flynn McGarry
Sky-High Lounges
The Sunset Lounge is Located on the Highest Floor of the World's Tallest Hotel
Custom Dessert Campaigns
Talenti Uses Social Media to Match People to Favorite Ice Cream Flavors
Savory Cocktail Pop-Up Bars
Crackers Brand Jacob's Hosted a Snacktail Bar in London's Soho
Multi-Sensory Fixtures
The Sony LED Light Bulb Speaker Emits Both Light and Sound
Oceanic Food Court Eateries
This Fast Casual Eatery Depicts Freshness Through Interior Design
Opulent Upscale Eateries
This Jakarta Restaurant Boasts a Two-Storey Wine Cellar
Combination Dining Eateries
The Honor Society Handcrafted Eatery Blends Fine & Fast Casual Dining
Fashionable Cafe Pop-Ups
The Thomas Burberry Cafe Celebrates the Label's Latest Menswear Range
Shipping Container Offices
This Danish-Made Office is Made to Be Moved
Pop-Up Ramadan Cafes
Ramadan Garden by Ghaf Kitchen Celebrates the Holy Month
Convenient Superfood Meals
The Detox Kitchen Grab n' Go Dishes Blend Flavor and Nutrition
Fitness Hotel Initiatives
Element Hotels and Fitbit Teamed Up for a Virtual World Tour
Luxury Japanese Spas
The 'Thermae-yu' Hot Spring Bath Spa is the Largest in Japan
Luxury Members-Only Cinemas
iPic Theaters is a Chain of Upscale, Membership-Based Cinemas
Marijuana-Infused Coffee Pods
These Cannabis-Infused K-Cups Were Created by a Seattle Pot Shop
Solar-Powered Luxury Hotels
The Finolhu Villas Are Located On An Exclusive Island In the Maldives
Retro Music Restaurants
This Eatery Incorporates Musical Nostalgia From Rock and Disco Eras
Airport Automotive Dealerships
Japan's Haneda Airport Will Host an Interactive Mercedes-Benz Shop
Gourmet Movie Theater Menus
The EuropaCorp First Class Cinema Serves Caviar and Champagne
Pixelated Office Workspaces
These Funky Cubical Dividers are Made from Pixel-Like Modules
Sea Captain Hotels
This All-White Converted Hotel Was a 19th Century Sea Captain's Home
Street Party Dessert Launches
Magnum Launched Two New Ice Creams with a London Street Party
Contemporary Fast Food Restaurants
This McDonald's Rotterdam Location Features a Modern Renovation
Grassy Meeting Rooms
Plenus Inc.'s Workplace Design Brings the Outdoors in with Natural Materials
Gourmet-Chocolate Tea Menus
The Ritz-Carlton Launches a Premium Godiva Chocolate High Tea Menu
Perfumed High Tea Experiences
Floris London's Happy Hour Experience Lets Visitors Sample Scents
Upscale Fast Food Pop-ups
McDonald’s is Set to Launch an Exclusive Pop-up Restaurant in Japan
Romantic Subaquatic Dining
The Per Aquum Niyama Maldives Underwater Restaurant has Stunning Views
Surreal Antique Hotel Editorials
These Off-Kilter Images Use a Crumbling Resort as Their Setting
Curtained Open Offices
Dekleva Gregoric Architects Provides Privacy in a Unique Way
Upcycled Office Interiors
This Sustainable Office Building is Made from Eco-Friendly Materials
Cannabis Vending Machines
American Green Has Built the First Consumer-Operated Marijuana Atm
Art Exhibit Hotels
Each of the Rooms at the 'Hotel No Hotel' are Different Than the Next
Luxurious Safari Lodges
The Sandibe Okavango Lounge is Opulent and Eco-Friendly
Timeless Film Cafes
Disney World's 50's Prime Time Cafe Pays Tribute to Film Nostalgia
Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges
Hong Kong's Ritz-Carlton Added a Luxurious Seven-Person Caviar Bar
Global Meal-Sharing Platforms
This Service Allows Users to Enjoy a Home-Cooked Dinner Abroad
Portable Quinoa Cups
Enjoy a Superfood Meal on Go with The Food Doctor’s New Quinoa Hot Pots
Vibrant Microbrewery Offices
These Cape Town Offices Are Decked Out in the Brand's Signature Color
Sparkling Water Pop-Ups
Tokyo's SodaStream Pop-Up Serves Up Healthy Carbonated Beverages
Solar Power Sharing Platforms
This New Service Allows Users to Share Solar Power with One Another
Aviation-Themed Airport Bars
This Heathrow Restaurant and Bar is Inspired by Vintage Jets
Hot Sauce-Themed Restaurants
This Fiery New Restaurant is the Perfect Option for Spice Fans
Hand-Painted Coffee Jars
These Limited Edition Coffee Mason Jars Celebrate Starbucks' Cold Brew
Solitary Dining Pop-Ups
Glaceau Smartwater's Pop-Up Restaurant Pairs Water with Gourmet Food
Floor-to-Ceiling Theater Screens
Cinemark’s 50,000 NextGen Theater Will Host a Huge XD Auditorium
Cannabis-Infused Massages
The LoDo Massage Studio in Denver Offers the Mile High Massage
Collaborative Blogger Dinners
Food Blogger Ashley Rose is Hosting a Pop-Up Dinner in Her Studio
Stuffed Animal Cafes
This Japanese Cafe is Specifically Designed to Serve Stuffed Animals and Toys
Quinoa Pizza Bites
This Superfood Snack Re-Fashions an Iconic Italian Dish
Hassle-Free Luxury Theaters
Arclight Pictures Aims to Elevate the Moviegoing Experience
Temporary Shipping Crate Desks
This Temporary Office Space in Tokyo Uses Unconventional Designs
Beer-Enhancing Devices
The 'Fizzics' Machine Turns Makes Cheap Beer Taste Great
Indie Bike-In Theaters
Indywood in NOLA Offers Bike-In Cinema Screenings Around the City
Fashionable Tea Experiences
Berkeley Hotel's High Tea Service Boasts Alexander McQueen Branding
Immersive Theater Seats
4DX Motion Seating Makes Viewers Feel Part of a Film
Glitzy Movie Theater Lounges
The Showcase Superlux Theater Boasts a Stunning Event-Ready Lobby
Bustling Traditional Establishments
This Tokyo Restaurant Marries Tradition with Effortless Style
Family-Friendly Dine-In Theaters
The AMC Theaters 'Fork & Screen' is Designed for All Ages
Gilded Milkshake Menus
The World's Most Expensive Milkshake Features Edible Gold
Thematic Movie Menus
New York's Nitehawk Cinema Coordinates Food and Movie Choices
Multi-Sensory Cognac Shops
Martell's Airport Spirits Store Promises an 'Art de Vivre' Experience
Daytime Room Rentals
This Daytime Rental Service Allows Users to Rent Out Their Private Home
Portable Superfood Bowls
Earthbound Farm's Power Lunch Bowls are Packed with Greens and Protein
Three-Storey Movie Screens
This Big Theater Screen in Idaho Spans 62 Feet in Width Alone
Alcoholic Burger Pairings
The Mandarin Oriental Singapore Serves Up Burgers and Burgundy
News-Labeled Ice Creams
This Food Truck Delivers the Scoop on News with a Scoop of Ice Cream
Surprise Adventure Apps
'Bar Roulette' Combines Two Popular Apps to Give Users a Unique Experience
Exquisite Casual Trattorias
La Bottega Trattoria is an Elegant Casual Italian Restaurant in Geneva
Senior Citizen Restaurant Pop-Ups
Oma's Pop-Up Serves as a Social Reintegration for Grandparents
Upscale Water Tastings
Ray's and Stark Bar Features an Extensive Water Menu with 40 Varieities
Indoor Mapping Apps
The 'Here Mobile SDK' App Helps You Find Your Way Indoors
Luxury Car-Inspired Eateries
'Restaurant 356' Allows Guests a View of the Porsche Driving Track
Dining Cinema Seats
The Movie Theater Seats at the 'Movie Tavern' Provide Folding Trays for Food
Cannabis Movie Screenings
Flow Kana Hosted a Film Night Where People Could Get High in the Theater
Gold-Topped Vanilla Milkshakes
This Luxe $80 Shake was Created to Celebrate Vanilla Milkshake Day
International Student Housing Sites
'Nestpick' Matches Students with Their European Homes
Casual Fusion Grills
The Ahi Mahi Fish Grill Fusion Restaurant Blends BBQ and Asian Flavors
Seasonal Pop-Up Bars
Venturo's Weekend Summer Bar Serves Refreshing Custom Cocktails
Action Movie-Themed Restaurants
Walt Disney World is Opening an Indiana Jones-Themed Eatery
Curated Vodka Tastings
This Cocktail Lounge Replaces Bar Managers with Knowledgable Sommeliers
Insect-Infused Dessert Promotions
The Economist is Dishing Out a Unique Retail Marketing Stunt
Sizzling Dairy Desserts
Dairy Queen Unveiled its Line of Warm Ice Cream Dessert Treats
Complimentary Hotel Headphones
This Hotel Provides Guests with Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones
Lavish Cheese Sandwiches
The World's Most Expensive Sandwich Features Caciocavallo Podolico Cheese
Automotive Tea Menus
This Tea Menu Combines Luxe Afternoon Tea with Ferrari Racing Themes
Hybrid Hot Dog Burgers
This Unusual Burger Features a Grilled Hot Dog on Top of a Beef Patty
Deep-Fried Milkshakes
These 'Chipshakes' Turns Milkshakes Into a Sweet, Crunchy Snack
Ice Cream-Dispensing Billboards
The Heat Reactive McDonald's Ad Gave 100 Customers a Free McFlurry
Social Yoga Retreats
This Instagram Yoga Getaway Celebrates Social Media and Spirituality
Cartoon Cat Eateries
The Hello Kitty Chinese Cuisine Restaurant Mends Cartoons and Cooking
Short-Term Boat Rentals
This New Rental Service Wants to Make Boat Holidays More Accessible
Elderly Accessory Campaigns
Ethel and Frank's Mockery Ads Star Granny Supermodels
Theatrical Sweet Stunts
The Nobody’s Children Foundation Shocks for a Child Abuse Awareness Stunt
Experimental Beverage Studios
Future Food Studio and BEVLAB Explore the Future of Beverage
Food-Printing Pop-Ups
London's 3D Printshow Highlights This Disruptive Technology by Printing Food
Culinary Blogger Campaigns
This Birds Eye Blogger Campaign Has Katie Bryson Remix Ordinary Dishes
Dessert Alert Beacons
Magnum and Tesco Team Up for an Enticing Ice Cream Promotion