In the interest of public health and safety, restaurants in countries around the world temporarily closed their dine-in sections and made the switch to offering only takeout and delivery—now, as restaurants are reopening, some are introducing isolated dining experiences. While some restaurants are going totally digital and offering a sense of connection for those who feel safest at home, other patrons are eager to get back into the world in a safe way.
As part of multi-phase reopening plans, there will still be limits imposed on the number of people that can gather, especially within indoor spaces. As such, some restaurants are adapting quickly by offering open-air dining experiences with enclosed booths for small groups of guests or even going the route of creating single-person dining experiences.
15 Isolated Dining Experiences
From One-Seat Restaurants to Mirrored Valentine's Restaurants:
Laura McQuarrie — Jun 21, 2020 — Lifestyle

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Isolated Dining Booths
Mediamatic ETEN is Exploring the New Normal for Restaurants

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One-Seat Restaurants
Bord för En Shares a Sit-Down Dinner for One in the Swedish Countryside

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Virtual Restaurants
Foxtail Supper Club Has a Limited Number of Guests Cook and Eat Together
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Next-Gen Eatery Drive-Thrus
Miami Grill's Express Double Drive Through Prepares for the New Normal
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Virtual Mother's Day Experiences
KFC is Offering a Mother's Day Experience on Facebook Messenger
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Quarantine Date Night Bundles
Red Lobster is Elevating Date Night at Home with Music & Backgrounds
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Virtual Dining Initiatives
The WORKS Gourmet Burger Bistro Created Dine Together, Apart
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Single-Person Restaurants
Irma's Restaurant 1:1 is Only a Restaurant for One
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Mirrored Valentine's Restaurants
The Two4One Valentine's Day Restaurant Celebrates Self-Love
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Telepresence Dining Furniture
The 'Teledining Table' Connects Diners to Family or Friends
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Conversational Community Apps
The Breakfast App Connects People for Video Chats Over a Meal
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Parent-Designated Parking Spaces
Potbelly's Parking Lot Now Helps Parents Enjoy Quiet Meals
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VR Dining Experiences
Aerobanquets RMX is a Virtual & Augmented Reality Dining Experience
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Restaurant Noise Playlists
Zaxby's SoundCloud Playlist Shares the Sounds of a Restaurant
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Multi-Course Meal Deliveries
isolish is an At-Home Culinary Celebration in Toronto
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Parisian Airport Pop-Ups
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Outdoor Dining Kits
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Modern Japanese Restaurants
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Secret Dinner Series
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Limited-Time Car-Dining Experiences
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Takeaway Tasting Menus
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Elegantly Immersive Dining Experiences
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Alpine Dining Experiences
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Immersive Tomato Dining
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Strategic Dining Concept Updates
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Immersive Entertainment Venues
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Mini Pizza Pop-Up Venues
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Luxury Rooftop Restaurants
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British-Inspired Winter Getaways
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Personalized Digital Dating Rooms
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Animated Fish Cafes
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Valentine’s Dining Experiences
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Restaurant-Collaborating Dating Apps
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Wooden Banquette Cafe Designs
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Local Restaurant Campaigns
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Jazz Club Dining Pop-Ups
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Sophisticated Hospitality Establishments
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Scandinavian-Inspired Yurt Pop-Ups
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Music-Inspired Restaurant Recommendations
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Revitalized Culinary Efforts
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Upscale Holiday Dining Experiences
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Platinum Dining Experiences
American Express Debuts Culinary Collaboration Program in Canada
Enthralling Japanese Dining Experiences
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Tiny Chef Dining Concepts
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Branded Island Getaways
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Zero-Waste Hotel Menus
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Dim Sum-Inspired Dining Experiences
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AI-Powered Review Insights
Yelp Adds New AI Features for Restaurant-Goers and Owners
Iconic Toronto Flagship Restaurants
JOEY Unveils Grand Toronto Flagship with Artistic Vision
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
Pasta Box Tickets
Barilla Turned Pasta Boxes into "Togetherness Tickets" on World Pasta Day
Savory Luxury Cafe Menus
French Chef Anne-Sophie Pic and Dior Unveil Two New Cafés
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up Restaurants
The Green Vic is End-to-End Sustainable in London
Sunset View-Inspired Campaigns
Corona Canada Has Launched Its First National 'Sunset Spots' Guide
Pop-Up Dining Experiences
Japanese Ski Resort Welcomes Alpine Cocktail Bar and Restaurant
Next-Gen Restaurant Platforms
Velada Launches in the U.S. to Offer Booking Services
Harbor-Facing Restaurant Terraces
The Anchor by Shamal Redefines Dining in Dubai
Exclusive Fine Dining Experiences
Kristen Kish's New NYC Restaurant is Members-Only
Distinct Tasting Menus
Enigma Yorkville is a MICHELIN-Star Toronto Restaurant
Wellness Lifestyle Clubs
The Health Cafe Introduces Social Wellness Programming in Toronto
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
Premium Economy Meal Options
Singapore Airlines Enhances the Economy Dining Experience
Late-Night Chicken Shop Pop-Ups
Bird's Eye Launched a New Range with an Exclusive Experience
Speedy QSR Pizza Drive-Thrus
The Pizza Hut The Hut Lane Features the Hut 'N Go Menu
Jazz-Inspired Valentine's Experiences
Bisha Hotel to Host a Jazz Bar Experience and Pop-up Dinner
Early Retirement Communities
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Sensory Dining Experiences
'Make it Mutti' Spotlights Tomato Tales, Tech & Taste
Fast-Casual Modern Resort Restaurants
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Irregularly Shaped Restaurants
Ménard Dworkind Designs the Le Red Tiger Vietnamese Restaurant
Revitalized Food Court Designs
Centre Eaton De Montréal is Upgrading Its Food Court
Romantic Low-Cost eCommerce Meals
The Amazon Fresh Valentine's Dine-In Meal Starts at £9.50
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
High-End Fusion Restaurants
aKin is Offering a 10-Course Blind Tasting Menu to Toronto's Foodies
Sophisticated Contemporary Bistros
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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
Exclusive Cardholder Reservations
The Visa Dining Collection Rewards Diners for Paying with Visa
Revitalized Hotel Restaurants
Angel Oak Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara is Set to Transform
Dumpling-Inspired Valentine’s Day Promotions
P.F. Chang’s Enhances the Romantic Experience
Urban Oasis-Reflecting Hotel Expansions
Ministry of Design Leads the Standard Singapore Designs
Robotic Restaurant Support Solutions
These New RobotLAB Automated Systems are Dining Room-Ready
Curated Travel Guides
Gaido Connects Travelers With Local Experts for Unique Experiences
Cuisine-Focused Luxury Travel Experiences
Four Seasons Yachts Boasts 11 Restaurants & Bars
Riviera-Inspired Dining Experiences
Beaverbrook Hotel Presents Hot Air Balloon Dining
Asian-Fusion Dining Experiences
The Lobby Bar Combines Culinary Arts with Vibrant Nightlife
Elevated Dining Experiences
Elora Mills Restaurant Showcases Farm-to-Table Philosophy
Community-Focused Movie Screenings
'Join or Die' Screenings Aims to Foster Real-Life Connections
Olympic-Inspired Dining Experiences
La Petite Maison Features a Uniquely Themed Olympic Ring Menu
Kindness-Promoting Culinary Experiences
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Marks World Kindness Day
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
Earthy Warm Ambiant Restaurants
Marc Ange Design Studio Decorates the Modern Muse Restaurant
Romance-Inspired Hotel Experiences
Shangri-La Toronto Hosts the 'Valentine’s Rendezvous at bosk'
Holiday-Ready Upscale Dining Experiences
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto Invites You to Exclusive Events
Grab-and-Go Fine Dining Kiosks
This Olive & Finch Collective Kiosk is at the Denver Airport
Community-Oriented Cookbook Stores
Foodies Cookbook Shop Acts as a Culinary Hub in Stratford
Classic Parisian Bistro Designs
Claves Leads the Interiors at Le Cornichon Cafe in Paris
Highly Sought-After Restaurant Features
OpenTable Announces Its Icons Program for Major Cities
Elegant Easter Dining Experiences
The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto’s TOCA Marks Easter with Special Menus
Seasonal Pet-Friendly Menus
Okini Attracts Pet Parents to Its Patio with Dog-Friendly Refreshments
Unique Culinary Experiences
Saratoga Supper Club Brings Exclusive Dining Events Across the U.S.
Summer Patio Pop-Ups
The Sol Patio+ Provides a Comfortable Place to Wait for a Table
Mediterranean Culinary Experiences
Restaurant Azura Offers a Gourmet Chef's Tasting Menu
Italian Rooftop Restaurants
Public Gardens in Toronto Offers a NYC-Inspired Oasis
Repurposed Train Carriage Experiences
Supperclub.tube Presents a Unique Six-Course Dining Event
Studio-Transformed Artful Bistro
Form Us With Love Alters its Workplace into a Functioning Bistro
Interactive Football Game Venues
TOCA Social Delivers a Blend of Sports, Entertainment, and Dining
At-Home Tasting Menus
Uber Eats Partners with Michelin Restaurant Ikoyi for a New Tasting Menu
Bidding Reservation Apps
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TV Dinner Restaurants
TV Dinners for U Serves Meals to Enhance the Streaming Service Experience
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
Escorted Group Travel Providers
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Glass-Walled Shanghai Cafes
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Enhanced In-flight Dining
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Fine Dining Experience Collaborations
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Relaxed French Dining Experiences
Grand Brasserie Opens in NYC's Grand Central Terminal
Braille Dining Menus
Radisson Hotel Group Has Launched Braille Menus to Increase Accessibility
Friend-Finding Dinners
Timeleft Fights Big-City Loneliness by Matching Strangers for Dinner
Murder Mystery Dining Experiences
'The Perfect Bite' Experience is Inspired by Knives Out
Modern Food Court Renovations
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Seasonal Thanksgiving Dining Experiences
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Italian-Inspired Dining Menu Series
TOCA Restaurant Recently Launched Its Taste Italy Series
Culture-Fusion Restaurant Designs
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QSR-Operated Pizza Drive-Thrus
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Paris-Themed Solo Travel Guides
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Outdoorsy Branding Initiatives
REI Co-Op Continues Its Tradition of Closing All 190 Locations
Rustic Boutique Restaurants
il Buco Features the Charm of Tuscany with Antique Elements
Airport Dining Events
Toronto Pearson International Airport Has Launched Pearsonlicious
Street Party-Inspired Home Extensions
Nimtim Architects Unveils the Supper Time Home Extensions
Minimal Interior Sushi Restaurants
Future Simple Studio Designs the Sushibox Restaurant in Canada
Foodie Social Platforms
DineIT is A Social Network for Food Lovers, Bookings, and Restaurant Promo
Salad-Based Restaurant Drive-Thrus
Just Salad Unveils a Drive-Thru Restaurant in Livingston, N.J.
40s-Style Breakfast Diners
Alpro's Early Birds Diner Pop-Up Resembles a Famous Painting
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
Supportive School Meal Programs
TABLE FOR TWO USA and JETRO Organize a Japanese Cuisine Program
Connective Remote Work Experiences
Open Studio Works as Airbnb for Home Offices for Remote Workers
Bamboo Screen-Wrapped Restaurants
Long Nguyen Design Creates the Nhà Tú Garden Restaurant
Light-Filled Michelin-Starred Restaurants
Bindloss Dawes Designed a New Residence for Osip
Yorkshire Steakhouse Launches
One Steakhouse & Lounge Spotlights Yorkshire and Mediterranean Eats
Exclusive Dinner Party Events
Le Dîner en Blanc Returns to Toronto on September 19, 2024
Comprehensive Dining Venues
Aveley Farms Coffee Roasters and Diamondback Brewing Company Partner
Toronto Oyster Shop Concepts
Sand and Pearl Will Soon Open Doors to a New Concept in Toronto