As merchandisers attempt to entice people into brick-and-mortar stores in an age when they are faced with continually convenient online shopping options, brands have begun to develop retail concepts that merge the experience of dining and entertainment in order to add multiple layers to every visit.
By hybridizing services, reimagining the dining experience and adding in convenient bonus services that save consumers time and money, brands serve to enhance the overall value of the experience. By combining services and adding in wholly entertaining elements, brands and merchandisers can expand the consumer understanding for what it is a brand offers.
Similarly, this shift toward entertainment-focused, multifaceted dining experience speaks to the consumer interest in patronizing experiential that translate into a status story they can later share with friends and family.
29 Entertainment-Focused Dining Ideas
From Interactive Food Studios to Poetry-Infused Restaurants:
Rebecca Byers — Nov 4, 2015 — Lifestyle
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Self-Service Restaurants
This Automated Restaurant Serves Quinoa Bowls Without Waiters or Cashiers
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Cajun Restaurant Interiors
This Cajun Restaurant in Hong Kong is Inspired by a Fishing Boat
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Single-Table Restaurants
The Pop-Up UNA Restaurant Contains One Table That Seats 12 Guests
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Atmospheric Timber Restaurants
This Elwood Restaurant Celebrates the Suburb's Literary History
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Sky-High Lounges
The Sunset Lounge is Located on the Highest Floor of the World's Tallest Hotel
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Converted Prison Restaurants
China's Latest Experiential Dining Fad Involves Shackles and a Cell
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Cannabis-Inspired Restaurants
'Cannabistro' is a Pop-Up Diner Serving Gourmet Herb Dishes
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Interactive Smart Restaurants
Ebony Restaurant in Dubai Uses Dining Tables as Interactive Devices
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Eclectic Asian Eateries
This Food Bazaar in Thailand Recreates the Experience of Chinatown Indoors
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Gourmet Movie Theater Menus
The EuropaCorp First Class Cinema Serves Caviar and Champagne
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Experiential Foodie Events
'Try My Kitchen' Offers Cooking Classes, Group Dinners and Hosted Meals
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Dishwashing Diners
This Unique Pop-Up Restaurant Has Diners 'Pay' by Washing Dishes
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Cosmic Dine-In Restaurants
This Retro Diner Mimics the Design of a Drive-In Movie Theater
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Multisensory Dining Experiments
The Sony Multi-Room Audio System Pairs Perfectly with Gastro Fare
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Upscale Dessert Tastings
Langham Hotel's Modern Afternoon Tea Celebrates 150 Years of the Hotel
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Spanish Food Vacations
This Hotel Offers Packages That Lets You Indulge in the Food of Barcelona
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Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges
Hong Kong's Ritz-Carlton Added a Luxurious Seven-Person Caviar Bar
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Sensory Dessert Schools
Haagen-Dazs' Ice Cream Master Academy is a School for the Senses
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Hassle-Free Luxury Theaters
Arclight Pictures Aims to Elevate the Moviegoing Experience
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Sassy Server Restaurants
Ed Debevic's Purposefully Offers Rude Restaurant Service to Customers
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Family-Friendly Dine-In Theaters
The AMC Theaters 'Fork & Screen' is Designed for All Ages
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Thematic Movie Menus
New York's Nitehawk Cinema Coordinates Food and Movie Choices
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Poetry-Infused Restaurants
The Atelier Crenn Restaurant Blends Poetry and Culinary Excellence
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Luxury Car-Inspired Eateries
'Restaurant 356' Allows Guests a View of the Porsche Driving Track
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Dining Cinema Seats
The Movie Theater Seats at the 'Movie Tavern' Provide Folding Trays for Food
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Experiential Japanese Feasts
The Peace Kitchen Shares Japanese Food and Culture Traditions
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Experiential Dessert Tastings
The Ritz Carlton Hong Kong's Sweet Soirees Feature a Luxe Spread
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Pop Culture-Themed Eateries
This Pop-Up Restaurant Draws Inspiration from a Beloved TV Series
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Interactive Food Studios
The Edinburgh Food Studio has Edible Installations & Educational Courses
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Technology-Driven Retail Spaces
ARK Visual Unveils Future Stores as an Immersive Retail Identity
Luxury Fashion-Branded Hospitality Projects
Coach Debuts Restaurant & Coffee Shop in Indonesia
Themed Celebrity Activations
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Immersive 3D Fashion Exhibits
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College-Targeted Food Pop-Ups
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Grocer-Inspired Beauty Retail Pop-Ups
The Benefit Benemart Holiday Concept Shop is at Selfridges
Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
Moët Hennessy's Paris Concept Event Featured Travel Exclusives
Experiential Intimates Spaces
Knix Opens Immersive Retail Location at Premium Shopping Centre
Personalized Digital Playgrounds
Pringles Poptopia is an Immersive, Engaging Experience for Fans
Chic Ballroom Interiors
The Ballroom Bowl Has Made Its Mark in Toronto's Entertainment Landscape
Fridge-Decorating Social Trends
Bed Bath & Beyond Participated in 'Fridgescaping' Trend
Revitalized Shopping Destinations
Foot Locker's Home Court is a Basketball-Inspired Retail Space
Retail Store Revamps
H&M Updates Shopping Experience with Luxe, Tech-Savvy Store in London
Creative Play Pop-Ups
The Sharpie Studio Offered Opportunities for Creativity at SXSW
Multi-Sensory Flagship Stores
KATE Shibuya Offers Immersive Digital and Physical Experiences
Takeaway Tasting Menus
Ynyshir Partners with Uber Eats to Create a Tasting Menu for Home Delivery
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Entertainment Industry Expansions
Starbucks Enters the Entertainment Industry as Starbucks Studio
Pizza-Themed Spas
Channel 4 and Domino's Pizza Dreamed Up a World-First Spa Experience
Content-Based Shopping Experiences
Gopuff Launches 'Recipe Hub' for Quick Meal Ideas
Novel Fitness Raves
Les Mills and adidas Offered a Ground-Breaking Fitness Rave Event
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Terrace Brand Endeavors
Louis Vuitton Features its Latest Collection at a Beachfront Pop-Up
Immersive Multimedia Experiences
Sony Pictures' Wonderverse is an Engaging Entertainment Stop
Strategic Dining Concept Updates
These New Pepper Lunch Menu Updates are Extensive
Architecture-Inspired QSR Ads
This New McDonald’s Campaign Encourages Eating at Home
Marketer-Targeted Cereal Ads
Surreal's Out-of-Home Campaign Speaks to Marketers, Not Consumers
Digital Travel Retail Experiences
Clarins Debuted an Initiative at the Airport in Hainan, China
Small-Format Department Stores
Macy’s Unveils Plan to Open Up to 30 Small-format Stores
Premium Athleisure Retail Concepts
CASA FILA is an Experiential Pop-Up in NYC
Pizza-Inspired Streetwear Collections
Dinner Service Ny Debuts the Prince Street Pizza Collection
Luxury Department Store Takeovers
Burberry and Harrods Offer an Immersive Shopping Experience
AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Scented Fast Food Billboards
McDonald's Set Up a French Fry-Scented Billboard
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Local Restaurant Campaigns
PEPSI X Kelly Rowland Present the Local Eats Better With Pepsi Program
Vintage Camera Experiences
Nikon’s Vintage Pop-Up Diner Teases the Past at Yorkdale Mall
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
Rebranded Food Delivery Apps
Skip Revamps Its Brand Identity to 'Skip to the Good Part'
Interactive Cosmetics Retail Stores
Watsons Upgrades its Stores for Gen Z and Gen Alpha Consumers
Soft-Pink Wellness Bars
Yorkville Village’s BetterBar Offers Healthy Dining in Toronto
Revitalized Culinary Efforts
Moroccan Hotel Takes Food Localization to New Heights
Home Decor Concept Stores
Fable will Offer Simplistic Possibilities with its New Retail Location
Upscale Holiday Dining Experiences
Frenchy Bar et Brasserie Offers Special Festive Menus
Advanced Adaptive Retail Experiences
Walmart Unveiled New Retail Technologies at CES 2024
Re-Imagined Furniture Identities
Herman Miller's 2024 Brand Refresh is Vibrant and Functional
QSR Summer Pop-Ups
McDonald's Mexico Launched a Summer-Themed Activation in Mexico
Music-Inspired Restaurant Recommendations
The Spotify, Amex, Resy Partnership Links Music & Dining
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
Virtual Pub Museums
Heineken Pub Museums Spotlight Important Cultural Locations
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Regionally Inspired Retail Destinations
Japan & France Converge in the Kenzo Dubai Boutique Design
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
Cinematically Designed Restaurants
Studio Paolo Ferrari Designs the Daphne Restaurant
Revamped Museum Brand Identities
The Brooklyn Museum Has Updated Its Branding Aesthetic
Interactive Fantasy Universe Attractions
VIBRANT Debuts DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The Immersive Quest
Iconic Toronto Flagship Restaurants
JOEY Unveils Grand Toronto Flagship with Artistic Vision
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Cartoon-Inspired Pizza Merchandise
Disney Launches the New Pizza-Themed Disney Eats Collection
In-Store Audience Engagement Solutions
Social Shelf® Has a Novel Approach to Customer Engagement
Pop-Up Plant-Based Food Stalls
This Impossible Foods Foodservice Concept is at XMarket in Chicago
Artisan-Inspired Summertime Cafe Menus
This New Dunkin’ Menu Offers New Twists on Classics
Pop Culture Bars
Basic is Building a Sports Bar for Pop Culture Fans
Kid-Friendly Movie Meals
Ono Hawaiian BBQ Launched a New Ono Keiki Meal for Moana 2
Chain Restaurant Food Festivals
Chain is the Worlds First Gourmet Chain Food Festival
Mall-Based Indoor Adventure Parks
Elev8 Fun is Coming to Miami International Mall
Virally Inspired Virtual Menus
The Creator's Kitchen As Seen on TikTok Menu is Ever-Changing
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
Whimsical Movie Diner Menus
This New IHOP Menu Celebrates the Upcoming IF Movie
Exploratory Art Exhibits
The Saga of the Department Stores Exhibit Explores Shopping’s Evolution
Early Retirement Communities
The Cantinas by Taco Bell Invites Young Adults to Live Like Retirees
Colorful Kitchen Pop-Ups
Primal Kitchen Partners with Pintrest for a Special Initiative
Sensory Dining Experiences
'Make it Mutti' Spotlights Tomato Tales, Tech & Taste
Celebrity Offspring Pop-Up Restaurants
Uber Eats Brings Brooklyn Beckham's Cooking to Your Door
Customer-Exclusive Brand Trips
Cocokind is Hosting a Customer Brand Trip to Napa Valley in 2025
Streaming Platform Dining Experiences
KTV's U Presents a TV Dinner Pop-Up Event
Cinema-Inspired Chocolates
A24 Movie Chocolate Shares the Flavors of Beloved Theater Refreshments
Elevated Holiday Dining Experiences
Gladstone House will Host Melody's Holiday Pop-Up
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Speedy QSR Pizza Drive-Thrus
The Pizza Hut The Hut Lane Features the Hut 'N Go Menu
Glowing Chicken Restaurant Designs
Preen Inc Designs the Dino's Famous Chicken Restaurant
Updated Pet Store Concepts
Pets at Home Unveils New Interactive Screens at its Relaunched Location
Shoppable Luxury Fashion Films
Louis Vuitton Delivers Resort 2024 with an Interactive Experience
Performance-Driven Designer Experiences
Hermès Hosts the Cinematic 'On The Wings Of Hermes' Event
Crafted Holiday Activations
Loews Hotels & Co will Offer Festive Pop-Ups and Seasonal Sips
Next-Generation Mall Campaigns
Simon's Meet Me @themall Targets Gen Z Shoppers
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Luxury Brand Spa Takeovers
Dior Offers Exclusive Wellness Experience at the Beverly Hills Hotel
Multi-Vendor Food Marketplaces
Chef's Hall Offers Multiple High Quality Restaurants Under One Roof
Active Family Restaurant Experiences
The Chuck E. Cheese Adventure Zone Concept is Engaging
Short-Form Foodie Feeds
Uber Eats is Testing Out a New Vertical Feed Like TikTok and Instagram
Playful QSR Campaigns
Cossette Forms the New McDonald's Campaign to Closest Restaurant
Interactive Juice Packaging
Gulf Union Foods Launched Fun Connected Packaging for its Juices
Innovative Digital Signage
Creative Realities Enhances Fan Engagement & Outcomes with New Signage
Retail QSR Dining Partnerships
Walmart and Burger King Partnered for an Exclusive Benefit
Conversation-Encouraging Retail Spaces
PlayLab Inc Creates a Flagship Store for MadHappy
Gridded Immersive Retail Experiences
Studio Lotus Designs the New Ekaya Banaras Retail
Porcelain-Evoked Cafe Aesthetics
Cafe Ginori at Bergdorf Goodman is an Avant-Garde Experience
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
TV Dinner Restaurants
TV Dinners for U Serves Meals to Enhance the Streaming Service Experience
Revived Decade-Themed QSR Menus
This New Taco Bell Menu Has Five Nostalgic Offerings
Holiday-Themed Dining Experiences
Holland America Line Makes Festive Celebrations More Enjoyable
Gaming Experience-Enhancing Innovations
Inspired Entertainment, Inc. Debuts New Gaming Innovations
Curated Meal-Time Videos
BingeAndEat Curates Youtube Videos to Enjoy While You Eat Effortlessly
QSR-Operated Pizza Drive-Thrus
Pizza Hut Unveils a New Drive-Thru Menu for Consumers On the Go
Murder Mystery Dining Experiences
'The Perfect Bite' Experience is Inspired by Knives Out
Eye-Catching Value Crisp Branding
Discos Snacks are Introducing New Branding for its PMP Products
Transitional Dining Experiences
Miami's New Restaurant and Lounge Celebrates Jamaican Culture
Revitalized Pasta Packaging Designs
MarketPlace Branding Has Revitalized the Ronzoni Pasta Brand
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Healthy Restaurant Debuts
Harvest Kitchen is a Healthy Hybrid Virtual Brand Under Vitality Bowls
Tradition-Focused Digital Libraries
Nestlé Brands Introduced the Living Traditions Library
Seasonal Thanksgiving Dining Experiences
Sunday Dreamin’ in NYC's East Village is Holiday-Ready
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
Dorothée Meilichzon Designs the Henri Restaurant in a Hotel
Jamaican Culture Bright Restaurants
Jrk! Opens Up in Miami with Vibrant Design and Lighting
Pink Sushi Boxes
Dept. Sushi Serves Up Sushi in Chic, Vibrant Boxes
Virtual-First QSR Brands
IHOP Unveils a New Expansion for its Virtual Restaurant Concepts
Curated Cheese Experiences
Curdbox Will Certainly Delight Cheese Enthusiasts
Retailer-Backed Holiday Experiences
J. Crew Launches a New AI-Powered Holiday Experience
Sophisticated Supermarket Sub-Brands
Asda Unveils its 'Exceptional' Brand for High-End Shoppers
Parent-Focused Restaurant Menus
The Chuck E. Cheese Grown-Up Menu Caters to Adult Diners
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
In-Restaurant Italian Offerings
Maggiano's Little Italy Evolves its Menu with Nine New Additions
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
High-Value Restaurant Menus
Eddie Merlot's Happy Hour and Lounge Menu is Arriving Now
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Digital Diversified Beverage Programs
Diverse Powered Brands Provides Online Operations Solutions
Comprehensive Dining Venues
Aveley Farms Coffee Roasters and Diamondback Brewing Company Partner
Collegiate Dining Expansions
The Bruxie Dining Concept is Coming to Two College Campuses