Top 10 Craziest Restaurants That Actually Exist

Even with dinner priced at $320 and lunch set at a cool $195, the experience of this Maldives locale still may be worth it, as this is the world’s first underwater restaurant. Ithaa opened its doors in 2005, featuring a spiral staircase that leads patrons 16 feet below sea level for a unique view of the Indian Ocean and its inhabitants. Given the view and luxury of it all, Ithaa doesn’t rely on gimmicks but rather literally immerses guests in the aquatic vibe, complete with a six-course menu. And with a seating capacity of only 14, you might want to book ahead of time.

In the cities of Los Angeles, Dallas and New York, as well as several others that host restaurants with similar concepts, both restaurant connoisseurs and curious foodies are left totally in the dark. And that’s because dinner at Opaque requires a certain amount of trust. Emphasizing taste over visuals, this dining experience is not for the easily rattled and certainly not for social media addicts eager to post pics of their food. And, well, it’s probably best to have at least a party of two given the inherent creepiness of consuming unknown foods in the dark. It will cost a hundred bucks to dine at Opaque; however one might find a sense of calm with the right combination of culinary aromas and delicious menu selections.

Wisely capitalizing on the mystique of Bram Stoker’s famous antagonist, this Romanian restaurant allows patrons to dine with the man himself. Be advised that staffers just may ask for your blood type, and one can expect plenty of meat to be served up as well. Of course, given the claustrophobic nature of the club, guests best chow down and find pleasure in the gothic setting. And though a roaming Dracula may feel a bit annoying or even lame to some, the performances at Count Dracula Club are designed to enhance the experience within each dining room: Medieval, Hunting, Transylvanian and even The Cellar. This joint is both creepy and on-brand.

At this sake restaurant, the prices are known to be quite cheap. This is likely due to the unpredictable macaque monkey staff that doesn’t adhere to expected norms. Fully aware of animal regulations, Kayabukiya Tavern limits its working monkeys to just a couple of hours per day, but when they show up, they do not mess around. Owned by a visionary gentleman named Kaoru Otsuka, the tavern’s little waiters are self-taught, learning on the job and making friends in the process. Unfortunately, the tsunami of March 2011 ended the monkeys’ reign at Kayabukiya Tavern and the restaurant itself, but the concept lives on.

Perfect for thrill seekers and not so much for stressful first dates, these conceptual restaurants are run 165 feet in the air. And whether you’re in London, Paris, or Montreal, the heightened escapade allows for a peculiar blend of culture and adventure. Sure, it’s not for everybody, and the promotional videos show individuals that are fully aware of the non-existent restroom situation, but hey – it’s dinner in the sky, so you’ll just have to smile and hold it. Typically, the crane lift will cost you a couple hundred bucks per person, but a Montreal company allows for brief excursion if you’re looking for a quickie at around 40 dollars for 15 minutes.

Not only is this place modeled after a prison hospital, but the specialties are bizarrely sexualized to the max as well. At Alcatraz E.R., it’s all about the shock value with drinks like “Sperm Juice” and “Blood Transfusion.” Of course, one can also dive into the Penis Lettuce; however if that’s not interesting enough, the staff can certainly recommend their favorites – perhaps the “Boobs Fried Rice.” Located in the Shibuya district of Tokyo, this dining experience is steeped in the macabre. In fact, Alcatraz E.R. is probably best suited to late night dinners and guests who like to giggle at the sight of suggestive food arrangements.

If you’re not down with the Penis Lettuce from our previous entry, then you’ll probably want to stay away from Beijing’s beloved culinary hotspot. Aside from the experience of consuming various forms of genitalia, Guo Li Zhuang offers legitimate fine dining … with the careful preparation of aforementioned genitalia. This is, in fact, serious business, and a thriving one as a result of the aphrodisiac-like benefits said to come from consuming testes and such. In the West, men can achieve that certain special feeling with the help of a pill, but the chefs at Guo Li Zhuang understand the benefits of bull wiener and various other delicacies to help one feel… youthful. All in all, the specialized meals are meant to treat the body, albeit in a somewhat taboo fashion.

On the Costa Brava of eastern Spain, this restaurant in Lloret de Mar is a favorite among thrill-seeking tourists. At Disaster Café, the concept is simple: you’re sitting down for dinner with the knowledge that a 7.8 earthquake simulation will somewhat disrupt your meal. First, an elevator transports guests to the “depths of the earth” and there, patrons immerse themselves in the moment and come to grips with the inevitable horror of a faux tremble, complete with flickering power. The staff even wears construction outfits at Disaster Café to enrich the experience. Located just below an alien-themed restaurant for kids, it just may be the ideal dinner date for parents looking to let loose – or it could be a shaky experience.

So, you want to dine with crazy robots, do ya? Well, leave the children at home and bring some extra cash because the employees of Robot Restaurant are legitimately freaky. This place is pure spectacle, with stuffed animals, scantily clad women and aggressive robots engaging in battles royale for your personal pleasure. In fact, your food will likely get cold at Robot Restaurant considering all the WTF moments that are sure to transpire just while you’re trying to enjoy a few appetizers. But, that’s what you pay for at this naughty red-light district venue – and it only will run you about $50.

Before we unveil our top pick, here are a few honorable mentions.
- Fortezza Medicea Restaurant
Volterra, Italy

- Cabbages and Condoms
Bangkok, Thailand

- Muru Pops Down in Tytyri
Lohja, Finland

How far are you willing to go for a wholly unique meal? Well, the poo-themed Modern Toilet can help you fulfill your dream by flushing faux turds down your throat. The venue itself just may reveal a few surprises, given that it naturally attracts some uninformed peeps for all the wrong reasons. But the true beauty of this high society restaurant has to be its commitment to the poo theme. You know what you’re getting when you fork out money for this crappy meal, and Modern Toilet is definitely a spot where you don’t want to upset the server. That’s because everything just sort of blends together at this celebrated craphouse. And by that we mean the “chocolate poop ice cream” and pretty much every poo-themed thing on the menu.

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