If you’re used to dining where the bread course alone costs more than your last watch service, this list is for you. The world’s most extravagant Michelin-starred restaurants aren’t just about food—they’re about indulgence, exclusivity, and dishes so meticulously crafted they practically whisper “you’re lucky to be here.” From multi-course masterpieces requiring months of reservations, to rare ingredients sourced from the furthest corners of the earth, these dining experiences redefine luxury on a plate. So pull up a chair (preferably gilded), and let’s explore the places where dinner is an investment—and worth every decadent bite. These are the most expensive Michelin restaurants around the world.
Sublimotion
Location: Ibiza, Spain
Average Cost: $1,740 per person
Sublimotion is an actual theatre experience. With only 12 seats per night, exclusivity is the name of the game. Sublimotion will immerse you in virtual reality, projection mapping, and interactive performances. In fact, it’s the world’s first gastronomic show. The dining room transforms throughout the meal, allowing guests to experience a dozen different environments without leaving their seats.
But, of course, the food is still the main event. Run by chef Paco Roncero, Sublimotion offers a 20-course tasting menu, featuring molecular gastronomy, edible gold-covered foie gras, liquid nitrogen-infused cocktails, and seafood cooked in its own juices. As can be expected, the menu changes annually — so you can come back every year for a fresh experience. We hear that the Tagliolini Pasta with Lobster & Truffles, Quintessential Grilled Cheese, and a Garden Salad are absolutely the way to go. Open since 2014, Sublimotion only welcomes guests during Ibiza’s summer season (June 1 – September 30). So, you might as well start making a reservation for next year now.
Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet
Location: Shanghai, China
Average Cost: $1,422 per person
If dining could be a cinematic experience, Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet would be the blockbuster that leaves you speechless. This Shanghai-based, three-Michelin-starred restaurant isn’t just about food—it’s about immersion, where lights, sounds, scents, and projections enhance every bite. There is only one table and ten seats, so Ultraviolet is exclusive, to say the least. They paid each dish with a tailored atmosphere — literally. We’re talking visuals, and even music that change with every course. The dining room itself is minimalist and devoid of décor for that reason. It allows the the high-tech sensory elements to take center stage.
As for the food, Ultraviolet offers a 20-course avant-garde menu. They feature dishes like foie gras cigarettes, moon cakes with French ingredients, and truffle-infused seafood.
Kitcho Arashiyama Honten
Location: Kyoto, Japan
Average Cost: $900 per person
Founded in 1948, Kitcho is designed like a traditional Japanese tea house, with tatami mat seating and private rooms overlooking serene gardens. Kitcho specializes in kaiseki cuisine — which is an art form in and of itself. And this restaurant is, too — you guessed it — an immersive experience. The menu centers around tea-ceremony kaiseki, meaning each course is designed to engage all five senses. Expect exquisite plating, rare seasonal ingredients, and a setting that feels like stepping into a timeless Kyoto dream.
Kitcho features seasonal delicacies like Wagyu beef, fresh sashimi, and meticulously crafted sushi. The Chef’s Course is a standout, using the finest ingredients available that day, presented with meticulous attention to vessels, arrangement, and timing. And, of course, the menu changes with the seasons.
Guy Savoy
Location: Paris, France
Average Cost: $484 per person
If French gastronomy had a royal dining table, Guy Savoy would sit comfortably at the head. Nestled in the Monnaie de Paris, this two-Michelin-starred restaurant is a celebration of classic French cuisine, elevated to an art form. Named after the eponymous world-famous French chef, this elegant Parisian dining room overlooks the Seine, the Louvre, and Pont Neuf. Needless to say, the setting is Michelin-starred on it’s own.
The Colors, Textures, and Flavors menu at Guy Savoy includes blue lobster, monkfish, truffle brioche, and whole-roasted barbecued pigeon. Signature dishes include Artichoke Soup with Black Truffle and Layered Truffled Mushroom Brioche, as well as Red Mullet ‘Swimming in the Sea’. As of 2006, there is also a Guy Savoy Las Vegas location at Caesars Palace.
Alain Ducasse au Plaza Athénée
Location: Paris, France
Average Cost: $446 per person
It’s no surprise that there is more than one Parisian restaurant on this list of most expensive Michelin-starred restaurants in the world. And it’s also no surprise that Alain Ducasse has made this list. Located in the legendary Hôtel Plaza Athénée on Avenue Montaigne, this restaurant has it all: luxury, precision, and culinary artistry. The dining room is a shimmering dream, adorned with 10,000 crystal pendants, Swarovski chandeliers, and sleek chrome accents.
Expect exquisite plating, rare seasonal ingredients, and a level of precision that makes every bite feel like a masterpiece — as can be expected from Alain Ducasse. It’s all natural flavors and ethical sourcing. The Jardin-Marin menu, for example, focuses on sustainable seafood, organic vegetables, and seasonal ingredients, featuring dishes like caviar with smoked sabayon and wild turbot.
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FAQs
Q: Do I need a reservation to dine at Sublimotion?
A: Yes — Sublimotion is an ultra-exclusive dining experience. With only 12 seats per night, securing a spot is essential. Reservations can be made per seat or for the full table.
Q: Is Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet child-friendly?
A: Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet is recommended for guests aged 12 and older.
Q: How many Alain Ducasse restaurants are there?
A: Alain Ducasse oversees over 60 restaurants worldwide, ranging from Michelin-starred fine dining establishments to casual bistros and brasseries. His culinary empire spans cities like Paris, Monaco, London, New York, Tokyo, and Doha.
