Whether you’ve got your heart set on dining at an iconic revolving restaurant in Sydney that’s been around since the 1980s, a revolving restaurant on the Gold Coast, The Point Revolving Restaurant in Hobart, or a dinner spinner in Cairo with views of the pyramids, we’ve found a delectable revolving restaurant guaranteed to send you and your taste buds into a spin.

Sphere Restaurant, Berlin

Built in the 1960s and topped with a revolving restaurant that resembles a Soviet sputnik satellite, the Berlin TV Tower is still the tallest building in Berlin and one of the highest in the EU. The restaurant is located inside the ‘sputnik sphere’ and revolves twice every hour, a dizzying pace after the three glasses of German wine included with the three-course set menu. Like most revolving restaurants, you don’t come here to sample the finest local cuisine, but servings are generous, the multi-lingual waitstaff are delightful, and the upmarket retro vibe is irresistible.

Orbit 360 Dining, Auckland

Perched atop Auckland’s Sky Tower, this revolving restaurant celebrates New Zealand’s best produce with a two-course set lunch from Friday to Sunday and a daily three-course dinner, with the latter being cheaper mid-week. Dishes channel Kiwi classics like Akaroa salmon but add a classy contemporary twist, making family dinners equally enjoyable for conservative and more adventurous eaters. Take in the 360 degree views of the city and the Hauraki Gulf from your table or add $10 per person to your booking and access the main observation deck after your meal as well.

The Point Revolving Restaurant, Hobart

The a la carte menu at this revolving restaurant in Hobart combines classic French technique with outstanding local produce and isn’t afraid to give a cheeky nod to the 70s heyday of this Hobart icon. Back then, the duck liver parfait at The Point Revolving Restaurant definitely didn’t come with contemporary trimmings like sauterne gel and cipollini onion jam. Dapper waitstaff work the floor with old-style aplomb and specialise in the theatrical art of flambé. If you want ‘dinner and a show’, don’t miss the crepes suzette or spectacular flambé prawns, both of which are cooked tableside. Even better, you can check in and stay the night downstairs at the Wrest Point Casino Hotel.

Horizon Sky Dining, Gold Coast

Queensland’s only revolving restaurant offers something for everyone with a buffet that makes the most of the Sunshine State’s famous seafood. Lunch or the early dinner sitting is the best value at this Surfers Paradise revolving restaurant as both of these sessions last slightly longer than the later evening option. You also can’t fully appreciate the impressive ocean and hinterland views after dark. With the restaurant making a full rotation every 45 minutes, you get to enjoy the 360-degree view multiple times. If you’re after somewhere on the Gold Coast that’s a crowd-pleaser but still classy, this recently renovated classic is a good option.

Revolving Lounge & Restaurant Grand Nile Tower, Cairo

Gaze out over the Pyramids, the Nile River and the bustling city of Cairo and enjoy a taste of home thanks to the a la carte menu featuring Australian beef and lamb. Meals favour the familiar – think cream of chicken soup, rack of lamb and lobster thermidor – but the spectacular view is second to none. Time your visit for a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night and you’ll get a side order of live entertainment as well.

360 Restaurant, Toronto

The European-style wine cellar at 360 Restaurant has been designated as the world’s highest by the Guinness Book of Records and has taken out a slew of awards over the years. Meals focus on local produce, with the likes of Ontario lamb and mussels from the East Coast taking centre stage. Or opt for the Indigenous menu featuring dishes like wild dandelion salad dressed with an aged maple vinaigrette.

Singapore Flyer, Singapore

Traditionalists may disagree, but the Singapore Flyer is a revolving restaurant, albeit one that spins vertically rather than horizontally. Here, the dining experience is private, with dishes served in a Sky Dining capsule designed to hold between two and ten guests. Meals are relatively conservative – think beef bourguignon and strawberry mousse cake – but each dish’s elaborate styling and plating adds to the sense of occasion. If you’ve ever wanted to pop the question at a revolving restaurant, this one in Singapore is hard to beat.

Al Dawaar Revolving Restaurant, Dubai

If you’ve got a stopover in Dubai, Al Dawaar is an easy 20 minute taxi ride from the airport and gives you a delicious lunch or dinner and an overview of the city in less than two hours. Live cooking stations turn this high-end buffet into something special, especially for lovers of Japanese food who can have their favourite sashimi made to order. Other highlights include juicy prime rib from the USA, seafood platters, a dessert bar with traditional Arabic sweets and more. Decor is elegant and understated, and there’s plenty of seating spread over two separate levels; savvy diners opt for the lower tier for uninterrupted views.

Infinity at Sydney Tower, Sydney

Take your revolving restaurant dining experience to new heights on Level 81 of the Sydney Tower, with mains like Rocky Point grouper with spring vegetables and white wine hollandaise sauce, and elegant fruit-focussed desserts. Infinity offers a dining experience that’s worth dressing up for and has long been a local favourite for special occasions. If you’re out to impress someone special, this classy restaurant is easy to get to and showcases the best of Sydney with no need to leave your seat.

Top of the World, Las Vegas

A meal at Top of the World is fun anytime, but this revolving restaurant is best visited at night when Las Vegas is at its sparkling best. Dining here is a memorable experience, especially when a daredevil Sky Jump rider hurtles past the window, but it doesn’t come cheap. With most mains costing upwards of US$60, some say the prices are as high as the tower itself, but large portions help to offset the cost. If you enjoy a tipple, this restaurant is worth the splurge as it’s received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.

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