Nothing complements a delicious meal quite like a gorgeous view.
Fortunately, diners no longer have to search for hours online to uncover the most picturesque restaurants across the country because online restaurant reservation provider OpenTable recently released its 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America for 2018.
The comprehensive list-which is based on more than 12 million verified OpenTable diner reviews for more than 28,000 restaurants across the country-spans 25 different states, a plethora of cuisines and a variety of views ranging from scenic oceanside to dramatic skyline.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, California leads the way with a whopping 28 honorees, followed by Florida and New York with 13 and seven, respectively.
Restaurants serving up American classics (35) make up a majority of the list but the rundown also features a mix of menus, including surf and turf, Asian, French, Italian, Latin, Mediterranean and more.
"We know a memorable meal is as much about the ambiance as it is about the food," said OpenTable's Chief Dining Officer, Caroline Potter, in a statement. "This year's list represents an immense variety of restaurants that not only offer an exceptional meal but also feature breathtaking views that enhance the experience for locals and travelers alike."
Geoffrey's Restaurant, Malibu, California
Geoffrey's Restaurant boasts a unique atmosphere bringing together the best of Malibu and the Mediterranean that guests can experience for brunch, lunch or dinner.
The eye-popping Pacific coastline views are complemented by fire pits, waterfalls and tropical plants as well as mouthwatering international Californian cuisine.
The River Cafe, Brooklyn, New York
The River Cafe is nestled under the Brooklyn Bridge alongside the East River and features sweeping views of the New York City skyline as well as the Statue of Liberty.
The restaurant has been winning over diners with its ultra-fresh ingredients and unbeatable sunset views for more than four decades, celebrating its 40th anniversary just last year.
Ray's Boathouse, Seattle, Washington
Ray's Boathouse in Seattle is waterfront fine dining at its very best.
Overlooking the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains, this renowned seafood restaurant stands out for its creativity and sustainability as well as its awe-inspiring views.
Kaluz Restaurant, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
There's a whole lot to see at Kaluz Restaurant in Fort Lauderdale, including stunning waterfront views from both the dining room and patio.
Diners can also watch the chefs at work from the display kitchen while enjoying a wood-fire grilled steak and one of more than 130 wine selections.
Four Winds Steakhouse, Wills Point, Texas
Four Winds Steakhouse is all sorts of charming, from its rustic atmosphere to its dream location overlooking a private 15-acre lake and rolling pastures just an hour east of Dallas in Wills Point.
Specializing in steaks and seafood, Four Winds can offer the scenic views you didn't know you needed.
Did your favorite place make the list?
The 100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America, according to OpenTable:
Altius - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Bartolotta's Lake Park Bistro - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
The Bay House - Naples, Florida
Beachcomber Cafe - Crystal Cove - Newport Coast, California
Bertrand at Mister A's - San Diego, California
The Bistro at Gervasi Vineyard - Canton, Ohio
Black Bass Hotel - Lumberville, Pennsylvania
Blue Moon Fish Co. - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Blue Ridge - Asheville, North Carolina
The Boathouse - Lake Buena Vista, Florida
The Boathouse at Rocketts Landing - Richmond, Virginia
Boat House Waterfront Dining - Tiverton, Rhode Island
Boatyard - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Carrol's Creek Cafe - Annapolis, Maryland
Catch LA - West Hollywood, California
Chart House Restaurant - Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Chart House Restaurant - Weehawken, New Jersey
Chicago Cut Steakhouse - Chicago, Illinois
Clinkerdagger - Spokane, Washington
Columbia Restaurant - SandKey - Clearwater, Florida
Dauphin's - Mobile, Alabama
Different Pointe of View - Phoenix, Arizona
Duke's - San Diego, California
Duke's - Malibu, California
Eiffel Tower - Las Vegas, Nevada
El Five - Denver, Colorado
Elements at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain Resort - Paradise Valley, Arizona
EPIC Steak - San Francisco, California
Farmhouse at Rogers Gardens - Corona Del Mar, California
Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck - Dallas, Texas
Fleet Landing Restaurant & Bar - Charleston, South Carolina
Four Winds Steakhouse - Wills Point, Texas
Gaonnuri - New York, New York
Geoffrey's Restaurant - Malibu, California
George's Ocean Terrace - San Diego, California
The Grand Marlin of Pensacola Beach - Pensacola, Florida
Greens Restaurant - San Francisco, California
Harbor House - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Honu Seafood and Pizza - Lahaina, Hawaii
Il Fornaio - Coronado, California
Iridescence - Detroit, Michigan
Island Prime - San Diego, California
Jake's Del Mar - Del Mar, California
Joe Muer Seafood - Detroit, Michigan
Kaluz Restaurant - Fort Lauderdale, Florida
The Lakehouse - Bay Shore, New York
La Mar by Gaston Acurio - Miami, Florida
Latitudes on Sunset Key - Key West, Florida
Legal Harborside - Floor 1 Restaurant and Market - Boston, Massachusetts
The Lobster - Santa Monica, California
Lobster Shop South - Tacoma, Washington
Lone Eagle Grille - Incline Village, Nevada
Mama's Fish House - Paia, Hawaii
The Marine Room - San Diego, California
Mariposa - Sedona, Arizona
Mastro's Ocean Club - Newport Beach, California
Mastro's Ocean Club - Malibu, California
The Mill House - Waikapu, Hawaii
Mon Ami Gabi - Las Vegas - Main Dining Room - Las Vegas, Nevada
Monterey Bay Fish Grotto - Mt. Washington - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The Mooring Restaurant - Newport, Rhode Island
The Ocean House Restaurant - Cape Cod - Dennis Port, Massachusetts
Ophelia's on the Bay - Sarasota, Florida
Orchids at Halekulani - Honolulu, Hawaii
Oyster Loft - Pismo Beach, California
Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff - Cardiff-By-The-Sea, California
Parc - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Perch LA - Los Angeles, California
Peter Shields Inn - Cape May, New Jersey
Pier W - Cleveland, Ohio
The Pink Door - Seattle, Washington
Portland City Grill - Portland, Oregon
Primavista - Cincinnati, Ohio
Prime - Huntington, New York
Poseidon - Del Mar, California
Rats Restaurant at Grounds for Sculpture - Hamilton, New Jersey
Ray's Boathouse - Seattle, Washington
River Cafe - Brooklyn, New York
RiverPark - New York, New York
Robert - New York, New York
The Rotunda at Neiman Marcus - San Francisco, California
Simon Pearce Restaurant - Quechee, Vermont
Spinners Rooftop Revolving Bistro & Lounge @ Grand Plaza Hotel - St. Pete Beach, Florida
Splashes at Surf and Sand Resort - Laguna Beach, California
The Strand House - Manhattan Beach, California
Summit House - Fullerton - Fullerton, California
Sunset Terrace - Omni Grove Park Inn - Asheville, North Carolina
Tidepools - Poipu, Hawaii
Tom Hams Lighthouse - San Diego, California
Top of the Hub - Boston, Massachusetts
Top of the World Restaurant - Stratosphere Hotel - Las Vegas, Nevada
Trattoria Lisina - Driftwood, Texas
The Turtle Club - Naples - Naples, Florida
The Twisted Olive - Green, Ohio
Ulele - Tampa, Florida
Vast - Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Ventana Grill - St. Pismo, California
Vivace Restaurant - Tucson, Arizona
Waterbar - San Francisco, California
X2O Xaviars on the Hudson - Yonkers, New York
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