As consumers search for interactive experiences that engage them through multiple senses, plenty of brands and establishments are lining up to provide them with the experience-driven dining concepts they desire.
One particular winning example is a restaurant in China built in a former prison that aims to replicate the experience for interested parties. The intriguing concept is quite extreme but shows that their is market demand for even the most unconventional and seemingly unpleasant dining concepts.
Moving away from the theatrical but still offering the experiential is the Instock Restaurant in Amsterdam. A side project of Dutch supermarket chain Albert Heijn, Instock is a food rescue establishment that gets its ingredients from the leftover food from its retail stores.
45 Imaginative Dining Concepts
From Communal Garden Eateries to Converted Prison Restaurants:
Rebecca Byers — Jan 15, 2016 — Lifestyle

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Fast Casual Street Cafes
Lumee is a Bahrain Restaurant Boasting a Contemporary Heritage Style

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Industrial Restaurant Interiors
This Fast Food Eatery Boasts a Chic Vintage Interior

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Food Factory Eateries
This Korean BBQ Restaurant was Designed by ARTTA Concept Studio
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Eccentric Open-Kitchen Lounges
This Budapest Bar is Perfect for Enjoying a Drink with a Big Group
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Cajun Restaurant Interiors
This Cajun Restaurant in Hong Kong is Inspired by a Fishing Boat
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Clothing Store Diners
This New Concept Store by Urban Outfitters is a Food Court Eatery
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Pop-Up Community Kitchens
This Kitchen-Free Restaurant Asks Locals to Cook for Patrons
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Converted Prison Restaurants
China's Latest Experiential Dining Fad Involves Shackles and a Cell
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Dorm Room Restaurants
This Student is Revolutionizing University Dining with Shared Gourmet Meals
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Elegant Concept Restaurants
Spring Restaurant at Somerset House is a Luxurious French Eatery
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Personalized Pizza Bars
Blaze Pizza Builds and Cooks Custom Fast-Fired Pizzas On the Spot
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Multi-Dimensional Dining Experiences
The 'Chambers of Flavour' Events are Packed with Suprises
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Intimate Open-Kitchen Eateries
This Washington DC Restaurant Has the Atmosphere of a Homey Kitchen
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VR-Powered Hotel Dinners
Ibiza's Hard Rock Hotel Hosted a Samsung Gear VR Gastronomy Experience
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Food Scrap Dining
The Salvage Supperclub Initiative Serves Food From Dumpsters in a 6 Course Meal
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Airy Greenhouse Cafes
This Converted Greenhouse Cafe in Beijing Was Designed by Four O Nine
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Rooftop Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Forest on the Roof is a Dining Experience Atop of Selfridges
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Slow-Paced Lifestyle Eateries
Yoshinoya is a New Taipei Restaurant with a Relaxing Atmosphere
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Warm Asian Eatery Interiors
This Prague Restaurant is Inspired by Traditional Asian Ingredients
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Retro Music Restaurants
This Eatery Incorporates Musical Nostalgia From Rock and Disco Eras
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Hybrid Bistro-Sneaker Shops
KNOCK Kitchen & Kicks Combines a Love of Good Food and Sneakers
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Holiday Hotel Experiences
This Harrods London Christmas Package Includes VIP Present-Shopping
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Speakeasy-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Delivers the Full Speakeasy Experience
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Elegant Food Rescue Eateries
Instock Restaurant Prepares Meals with Grocery Store Leftovers
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Superfood-Focused Quick Eateries
Backyard Bowls is a Revolutionary Health Food Dining Concept
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Post-Modern Hot Pot Restaurants
This Nanjing Restaurant Features a Host of Suspended Decor
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Interactive Dining Events
This Restaurant Combines Interactive Theatre with Fine Dining
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Pop-Up Toast Cafes
Popped Culture is a Pop-Up Cafe Dedicated to Artisan Toast
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Custom Fast Casual Pizza
Cucinova Urban Italian is Sbarro's New Fast Casual Dining Concept
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Custom Grain Bowl Menus
The Sweetgreen Menu Includes a 'Make-Your-Own' Section
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Gamified Restaurant Experiences
London's Inamo Restaurant Features Personalized Touchscreen Tables
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Communal Garden Eateries
The Erba Brusca Restaurant Boasts Organic Ingredients & Communal Dining
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National Gallery Restaurants
This Elegant Restaurant is Inside the Singapore National Art Gallery
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Decadent Retro Bistro Designs
The New Sophisticated American Grill General Assembly is Classy
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Opulent Glass Eateries
The Guilhermina Restaurant in Sao Paulo is a Rectangular Glass Structure
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Open-Kitchen Dining Experiences
This Restaurant Prepares Each Meal in Front of Diners
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Parisian-Inspired Dining Experiences
This Themed Dinner Party Involved an Immersive Atmosphere
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Bed-Style Supperclub Seating
Amsterdam's Supperclub Recently Moved to a New Location
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Poetry-Infused Restaurants
The Atelier Crenn Restaurant Blends Poetry and Culinary Excellence
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Elegant Jailhouse Eateries
The 'Poczekalnia' Conceptual Restaurant Design Comes From Karina Wiciak
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Floating Pizzerias
Pizza Pi is a Sailboat-Turned-Pizzeria in the Virgin Islands
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Car Servicing Restaurants
The Kent & Co Wine Bar Doubles as an Auto Repair Shop
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Prisoner's Dilemma-Inspired Eateries
The 'Betrayers’ Banquet' is a Psychological Dining Experiment
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Video-Integrated Dining Rooms
This Restaurant Uses Video Conferencing Technology to Connect Diners
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Festive VR Dining Experiences
TGI Fridays' Holiday Experience Transports Diners to the Arctic
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Earthy Aesthetic Dining Expereinces
Desa Potato Head's Restaurant 'Dome' Exudes Urban Refinement
Luxury Fashion-Branded Hospitality Projects
Coach Debuts Restaurant & Coffee Shop in Indonesia
Minimalist Indoor Gardening Systems
The Conceptual BalconyFarm POT Can Be Set Up Anywhere
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Japanese Listening Bar-Inspired Restaurants
Commune Design Revamps the JW Marriott Hotel Tower
Nostalgia-Inspired Fast Food Concepts
McDonald’s CosMc’s Concept Officially Opens in Texas
Secret Dinner Series
La Carte by Le Creuset is a Three-Part Secret Supper Dinner Series
Coffin-Shaped Ice Cream Tubs
The Alchemist by JDO Satisfies Consumers' Desire for the Unexpected
Modern Retail Café Concepts
The EL&N Deli & Bakery Opens its Doors in Shaftesbury Capital
Branded Grilled Cheese Restaurants
Armored Fresh Has Launched Its First Restaurant in Brooklyn
Convenient Store-Themed Pop-Ups
Lee Kum Kee Showcased its Ingredients with Retro Flare
Virtual Cooking Adventures
Infinite Chef Provides a Dynamic Platform for Culinary Experimentation
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Alpine Dining Experiences
Moncler and Luxottica Hosted a Meal on the Snow at a Ski Resort
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Immersive Lifestyle Stores
Gelato Pique Has Inaugurated Its Standalone Store in South Korea
Immersive Living Room Concepts
Moooi Presents an Immersive Journey for Milan Design Week
Plant-Based Breakfast Menus
Alpro and a Michelin-Trained Chef Collaborated on Inspiring Eats
Immersive Tomato Dining
A Tomato Dining Sensory Experience
Strategic Dining Concept Updates
These New Pepper Lunch Menu Updates are Extensive
Silly Restaurant Chain Ads
German Doner Kebab Brings Bold Flavors and Quirky Ads to America
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Immersive Entertainment Venues
Netflix Houses Feature Eateries, Experiential Activities & More
Food-Inspired Interactive Booths
The Nourishing a Better Planet Sustainability Program Debuted
Festive Showroom Eateries
Seasons Eating's at IKEA Opens Roomsets for Holiday Hosting
Japanese Inn-Inspired Apartments
Intheory Design Creates an Apartment Inspired by Ryokan
Fast-Casual Industrial Style Restaurants
MYT+GLVDK Designs the Órale Milanga Restaurant
British-Inspired Winter Getaways
The Standard, High Line Launched its 'Hedge & Hearth' Experience
Wooden Banquette Cafe Designs
François O'Neill and His Team Design Cafe François in London
Fridge-Decorating Trend Guides
The Takeout Published a Professional Chef's Guide on Fridgescaping
Industrial Design Exhibits
Design Burger Hosted a 'Design Dialogues Exhibit' in London
Culinary Pop-Up Experiences
The RC Show's Pop-Up Experience is an Adventure for the Taste Buds
Jazz Club Dining Pop-Ups
The Pollo Lounge by Chain Shared an Evening of Elevated Bites & Music
Paper-Inspired Artful Museums
Bjarke Ingels Group Designed the Museum for Papirkunst
Revitalized Culinary Efforts
Moroccan Hotel Takes Food Localization to New Heights
Pioneering Plant-Based Supermarkets
REWE's Venture is Considered a Bold Innovation in the Industry
Home Decor Concept Stores
Fable will Offer Simplistic Possibilities with its New Retail Location
Regionally Inspired Restaurant Designs
Pirajean Lees Designs the Kioku Restaurant in London
Green China-Based Coffee Chains
Tim Hortons Debuts its First Sustainable Store Concept in Shenzhen
Aesthetic Interior Fridge Trends
Country & Town House Published a Guide to 'Fridgescaping'
Youthful Restaurant Interiors
Design Next Agency Created the Xi’an Famous Foods Interior
Tiny Chef Dining Concepts
The JW Marriott Edmonton Ice District Has Introduced Le Petit Chef
Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Experiences
Mott 32 Toronto Elevates with the Dim Sum & Sip Feature
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Custom-Made Snacks
The KIND Bar Offers a Sensory Snack Experience
Cinematically Designed Restaurants
Studio Paolo Ferrari Designs the Daphne Restaurant
Post-Apocalyptic Aluminum Furniture
Students at HEAD Genève Create 2084, Diorama of the Future
Pizza-Themed Spas
Channel 4 and Domino's Pizza Dreamed Up a World-First Spa Experience
Iconic Toronto Flagship Restaurants
JOEY Unveils Grand Toronto Flagship with Artistic Vision
Prison-Transformed Luxe Hotels
Hoshino Resorts Plans to Alter the Nara Prison into a Resort
Sensory Interior Designed Restaurants
Jolie Creates the Temporary Nest Restaurant in Frankfurt
Regionally Inspired Meal Kits
HelloFresh & Colavita's Ciao, Italia Recipes Share a Taste of Italy
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
Integrative Garden Cafes
Cheongsudang Bakery Brings a Garden Experience in the Heart of Seoul
Pop-Up Plant-Based Food Stalls
This Impossible Foods Foodservice Concept is at XMarket in Chicago
Cultivated Meat Tasting Menus
Hue Restaurant Made Dishes with Vital Meat Cultivated Chicken Powder
Chain Restaurant Food Festivals
Chain is the Worlds First Gourmet Chain Food Festival
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Hyper-Local Dining Establishments
Hotel Belmar Stands Out with Its Sustainable Cuisine
Mexican Craft-Inspired Interiors
Jordana Maisie Design Studio Designed the Ánimo! Interiors
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Sensory Dining Experiences
'Make it Mutti' Spotlights Tomato Tales, Tech & Taste
Sustainably Built Public Attractions
National Geographic Society Unveils the Museum of Exploration
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Casual Fine Dining Concepts
Mellow Mushroom Just Opened a New Fast-Fine Prototype in Atlanta
Fast-Casual Modern Resort Restaurants
Atlantis Paradise Island Has Introduced FIELDTRIP
Customizable Middle-Eastern Dining Concepts
East Tea Can Express Redefines Toronto's Food Scene
Loneliness-Combatting Grocery Shopping Experiences
Oma's Soep Debuted a Shopping Basket Initiative
Hyperrealistic Food Art Exhibitions
Japan House London Presents Looks Delicious! Installation
Irregularly Shaped Restaurants
Ménard Dworkind Designs the Le Red Tiger Vietnamese Restaurant
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Intimate Culinary Experiences
Toronto Thai Restaurant, PAI Initiates a Private Dining Event
Revitalized Food Court Designs
Centre Eaton De Montréal is Upgrading Its Food Court
Sophisticated Contemporary Bistros
Village Bistro is Opening Its Doors in East Hampton in May 2024
High-End Fusion Restaurants
aKin is Offering a 10-Course Blind Tasting Menu to Toronto's Foodies
Elevated Holiday Dining Experiences
Gladstone House will Host Melody's Holiday Pop-Up
Tech-Driven Drive Thrus
Pita Pit's New Drive-Thru Design is Flexible, Scalable and Efficient
Modern Tennis-Inspired Cafes
Common Grounds Coffee Roaster Boasts an Open Concept and Tennis Court
Luxury NYC-Inspired Cafes
Fashion Label Coach Opened a Restaurant and Coffee Shop in Jakarta
Nostalgic Brunch Experiences
RUNWAY 06's Electric Brunch Offers a Fresh Twist on the Brunch Scene
Glowing Chicken Restaurant Designs
Preen Inc Designs the Dino's Famous Chicken Restaurant
Immersive Garden Bar Experiences
BLOOM Explores America's First Botanical Garden in NYC
Artful Soft-Pink Dining Rooms
The Gallery at Sketch in London Boasts Subtle Vintage Touches
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Elevated Dining Experiences
Elora Mills Restaurant Showcases Farm-to-Table Philosophy
Intimate Warm Interior Restaurants
Ménard Dworkind Designs the Intimate Casavant Restaurant
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
Transitional Dining Experiences
Miami's New Restaurant and Lounge Celebrates Jamaican Culture
Zero-Waste Tasting Menus
Ficoa Introduces a Culinary Concept Curated by Chef Gerry Quintero
Active Family Restaurant Experiences
The Chuck E. Cheese Adventure Zone Concept is Engaging
Classic Parisian Bistro Designs
Claves Leads the Interiors at Le Cornichon Cafe in Paris
Womb-Like Neutral Restaurant Designs
Al-Jawad Pike Designs the Interiors of Holy Carrot in London
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Prison-Converted Affordable Houses
CookFox Architects Showcases Plans to Create New Housing
Italian Rooftop Restaurants
Public Gardens in Toronto Offers a NYC-Inspired Oasis
Galactic Atmosphere Restaurants
Space Perspective, SpaceVIP, and Rasmus Munk Join on an Experience
Repurposed Train Carriage Experiences
Supperclub.tube Presents a Unique Six-Course Dining Event
Imaginative Cocktail Menus
Dean & Nancy on 22's World of Dreams Menu Evokes Wonder & Exploration
Compacted Earth Restaurant Designs
Carlo Ratti Associati Designs the Quisimangia Restaurant
Virtual Dining Brand Collaborations
The Virtual Brand Man vs Fries is Coming to CPK Restaurants
Modern Gray-Brick Restaurants
Nin Hao Incorporates Chinese Elements into its Interior Design
At-Home Tasting Menus
Uber Eats Partners with Michelin Restaurant Ikoyi for a New Tasting Menu
Brutalist Museum Restaurants
Zooco Estudio Designs a Restaurant in the Cantabrian Maritime Museum
TV Dinner Restaurants
TV Dinners for U Serves Meals to Enhance the Streaming Service Experience
Ethereal Ambiance Speakeasies
NCDA Designs the Artifact Bar with a Subterranean Look
Holiday-Themed Dining Experiences
Holland America Line Makes Festive Celebrations More Enjoyable
Jamaican Culture Bright Restaurants
Jrk! Opens Up in Miami with Vibrant Design and Lighting
Design-Forward Omakase Restaurants
Kinjo Promises to Deliver an Elevated Culinary Experience
Enhanced In-flight Dining
Torus Pak x Galley Cuisine Partner to Create Elevated Food Experiences
Relaxed French Dining Experiences
Grand Brasserie Opens in NYC's Grand Central Terminal
Murder Mystery Dining Experiences
'The Perfect Bite' Experience is Inspired by Knives Out
Seasonal Thanksgiving Dining Experiences
Sunday Dreamin’ in NYC's East Village is Holiday-Ready
Studio-Transformed Artful Bistro
Form Us With Love Alters its Workplace into a Functioning Bistro
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Modern Sichuan Restaurant Designs
Jialun Xiong Designs the New Sichuan Impression Location
Latin Quarter-Inspired Brasseries
B3 Designers Decorate the Brasserie des Pres in Paris
Juxtaposing Finnish Design-Themed Cafes
Yatofu Taps Local Craftspeople to Design the El Fant Café
Compact Vibrant Thai Eateries
Weiszblüth & Brown Designed the Holy Basil Market in LA
Swedish Craft Restaurant Designs
Erik Bratsberg Designs the Persona Restaurant in Stockholm
Vegetarian School Lunch Menus
Revolution Foods Emphasizes Health-Conscious Eating in Schools
Rammed Earth Furniture Installations
I/Thee Created the Dining Room as the First of Six Pavilions
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Street Party-Inspired Home Extensions
Nimtim Architects Unveils the Supper Time Home Extensions
Overlooked Wine Bottle Experiences
Bocca Di Lupo Introduces 'An a to Z Di Vini Divini'
Unconventional Foodie Magazines
Food& Magazine Explores the Weird and Wonderful World of Food
Boutique Hospitality Destinations
The Evelyn Offers All-Day Dining and Luxury Accommodations
Retro-Tinged Montreal Restaurants
Ivy Studio Blends Vintage Details to Buvette Daphnée Restaurant
Restaurant Discovery Websites
Find Me a Restaurant Will Help You Pick Where to Eat
Design Service Launch Exhibitions
The Public Records Exhibition Marks a New Design Service
Energizing New Years Menus
Chop Shop Has a New 'New Year, New You, New Chop Stop' Theme
Shanghai Marketing Office Refurbishments
Linehouse Renovates an Office for The Independents
Nature-Inspired Design Objects
Students at Tecnológico de Monterrey Design the Plant-Based Series
Vibrant German Food Courts
Studio Aisslinger Designed the Le Big TamTam Food Court
Flaming Fare Dining Experiences
This Flaming Grill Dining Experience Requires Protective Gear
Repurposed Imperfection-Embraced Buildings
Civic Architects & VDNVP Elevate a Series of Workspaces
Collegiate Dining Expansions
The Bruxie Dining Concept is Coming to Two College Campuses
Toronto Oyster Shop Concepts
Sand and Pearl Will Soon Open Doors to a New Concept in Toronto