To find yourself not just outside the bustle of the city, but ascend above it, from a bird's eye view, enjoy the beauty of one of the most aesthetic cities in the world - St. Petersburg - is it possible to think of a better pastime? Special restaurants of St. Petersburg, cafes and bars invite guests to taste original, expertly made dishes, delighting themselves not only with a glass of wine or aromatic coffee, but also with an excellent picture outside.
"Smelt"
When exploring specific restaurants in the center of St. Petersburg, note: “Smelt” is located on the banks of the Neva. This place is especially appreciated among tourists who were tired during the walk around the Peter and Paul Fortress. You do not know where to sit down and relax, treating yourself to an excellent cuisine, and once again, but already from a height, to examine everything that pleased the eye the last hours? Settle in the Smelt. There are many tables in the dining room, try to choose the one near the window, and you will be rewarded with a beautiful view of the arrow of Vasilyevsky Island. From the windows of the institution you can see the Hermitage, and you can see in detail the Palace Embankment.
As for the menu, there should not even be any doubt, not for nothing that the restaurant got its name: feel free to order smelt. The fish is served fresh, crispy, aromatic. The menu includes pickled, smoked, and breaded nuts and tempura, as well as expertly cooked tkemali. Great selection of drinks. "Smelt" is located on Hare Island, the exact address: Peter and Paul Fortress, 3.
Bali
Are you interested in view restaurants of St. Petersburg that offer their services inexpensively? Then pay attention to Bali. A wonderful picture opens from the windows of the establishment: a river, a park. There is a cafe near Elagin Island and occupies two floors at once. Of course, it is better to choose a place closer to the window. Both outside and inside reigns an atmosphere of calm, peace and comfort. Some areas are designed for single visitors enjoying the kitchen, others are designed for noisy groups of friends. Bali is a unique combination of comfort and elegant interior and gastronomic solutions.
The restaurant serves large events: weddings, anniversaries and corporate parties. Offer a full range of services. You can even order an exit ceremony on the boat - and your family will not be born in an ordinary registry office, but on the shore of the bay. The menu includes not only classic dishes, but also exotic Indonesian cuisine. On average, a check leaves 1,500 rubles. The birthday party is offered a 20% discount; favorable seasonal offers apply.
"Attic"
Looking for view restaurants in St. Petersburg? Attic is an ideal solution for those who want to spend an evening with style. The institution is located at the very top of the building built a century and a half ago. Earlier, Count Shuvalov lived here , and now the Quattro Corti business center is located.
Attic attracts attention with glass stained-glass windows and a magnificent view. From here you can delight yourself with a picture of the St. Petersburg roofs, glorified in literature and music, in detail consider the incredible beauty of St. Isaac's Cathedral. This place is ideal for residents of the city, receiving guests from other places. You can’t find a place with a magnificent view from its windows.
Like some other panoramic restaurants in St. Petersburg, "Attic" belongs to the famous Ginza Project and was developed in collaboration with famous designers. The interior is decorated with decorative elements, each of them has its own story. The restaurant's menu is a mixture of classic dishes and Asian exotics. For connoisseurs presented a variety of wines.
"Panorama"
Like some other view restaurants in St. Petersburg, Panorama is known for its rich history. But the key difference between the institution is the story of how the building appeared. Legend has it that it was built in 1826. The building was originally built as a restaurant and was intended for the owner's friends. The kitchen was the workplace of the best chefs of the time. “Panorama”, both before and to this day, is a broad view of food, which has been transformed into a concept, an idea.
The best dishes from chef Ivan Lukin are real works of art. Spicy, unusual, tasty soups are offered here, and the most important dish is dorado with sauce according to the author's recipe. However, not only the stomach receives pleasure. If you can take a seat at the window, you can admire the Neva and Tuchkov bridge. Address of the institution: Small Avenue of the Petrograd Side, 2/5.
"41 floor"
No matter how high the species restaurants of St. Petersburg were located, the 41st floor ascended above all. The facility is open at an altitude of 145.5 m. Location - Leader Tower skyscraper. While here, the guest can enjoy a 360-degree view of St. Petersburg. The usual postcard views of the city caress the eye: St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Gulf of Finland. You can even see Pulkovo.
Like other panoramic restaurants of St. Petersburg, "41 floor" has its own upscale cook. This is the famous Igor Kornev, who received many awards, medals and even an order during his career. The balance of taste, ideal in all served dishes - is entirely his merit. But Alexander Chetverikov works here as the main confectioner. Everything created by him has the taste of homemade sweets, decorated in full accordance with modern fashion. The restaurant uses exclusively natural ingredients.
Guests are open to different areas. There is a bar and an observation deck, you can choose a private room or sit near the open kitchen.