Sky-High Dining Destinations With A View
As Americans become more selective about dining out and spending money, they’re choosing experiences that deliver more than a meal, where ambiance and views elevate the night into something unforgettable. From Vast in Oklahoma City, soaring 726 feet above downtown with sweeping city-to-plains vistas, to VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington with front-row views of the National Mall and White House, each spot elevates dining into an immersive experience. The Penrose Room at The Broadmoor blends Colorado Springs’ Cheyenne Mountain panoramas with world-class cuisine, while Paradiso at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel in St. Moritz offers an alpine escape of après-ski glamour set against the snow-capped Engadin Mountains. Together, these venues showcase how setting and scenery transform a meal into an unforgettable experience.
- Downtown from Above: Perched 726 feet above the city on the 49th and 50th floors of the Devon Tower, Vast is Oklahoma City’s highest dining destination. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal sweeping panoramas from the downtown skyline to the rolling plains, ensuring every seat comes with a view. Recognized as a AAA Four Diamond Restaurant and one of OpenTable’s 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America, Vast pairs its sky-high setting with locally driven cuisine, from whipped bone marrow and NoName Ranch Beef Carpaccio to a Chef’s Tasting Experience.
- Monuments in View: At VUE Rooftop at Hotel Washington, the city becomes part of the experience. Sweeping panoramic views of the Washington Monument, National Mall and White House unfold through floor-to-ceiling glass, creating a dramatic backdrop for inventive cocktails and shareable bites from VUE’s newly appointed chef, who brings fresh seasonal menus to the rooftop. From golden sunsets to illuminated nights, every moment at VUE is designed to pair perfectly with the iconic landmarks just beyond the glass.
- Cheyenne Mountain Vistas: Embodying the rich American spirit – timeless yet contemporary – The Penrose Room at The Broadmoor is Colorado Springs’ most luxurious dining destination. Perched atop the resort’s South Tower, the reimagined restaurant pairs sweeping views of the Cheyenne Mountain with world-class cuisine, elegant service, and design elements inspired by Western artwork and the rich history of The Broadmoor. The result is an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates history, luxury, and the beauty of the American West
- Engadin Mountain Escape: For those craving an international winter escape, Paradiso at Badrutt’s Palace Hotel – open from Dec. 4, 2025, to Apr. 7, 2026 – elevates après-ski to an art form with world-class dining, live performances on the Music Deck, and views of the snow-capped Engadin Mountains in St. Moritz. Nestled above the slopes, Paradiso blends a lively, chic atmosphere with luxurious alpine style—offering champagne, curated cocktails, and culinary delights that make it a bucket-list experience for anyone seeking the pinnacle of mountain glamour.
