From Spain to Qatar, here are five gorgeous design-led restaurants nestled within the hallowed halls of museums and art galleries worldwide
Whether locally or abroad, exploring museums should never be done on an empty stomach. Museum fatigue can be easily avoided by having a meal at the institution establishment you're visiting, and while most museums now boast their own restaurants, a select few elevate the dining experience to an art form.
These offer exceptional restaurants that become destinations in their own right for both tourists and locals—some even boast menus by Michelin-starred chefs and interiors by equally starry designers. From Spain to Qatar, we spotlight some of the most breathtaking museum restaurants across the globe.
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1. The Cantabrian Maritime Museum restaurant, Madrid, Spain
Architecture Masterprize 2023 winner in interior design, Madrid-based Estudio Zooco, recently unveiled its latest project: The Cantabrian Maritime Museum restaurant in Santander, Spain.
As part of an architectural complex, the restaurant occupies the second floor, providing the museum with a new space on the second floor to house its restaurant and terrace while addressing structural issues.