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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination
introStrange? Maybe. Creative? Totally. Fun? Of course! Themed restaurants capture the imagination of young and old, going beyond the regular restaurant experience to immerse diners in another world. Whether it’s a different country, an era of history or the colourful universe of a beloved animated character, these eateries around the world invite you to step out of real life and into a place of fantasy and fun. [Photo: Cahoots]
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
El CapitanEl Capitán Deli Theatre. Buenos Aires, Argentina – Get a taste of ‘Old Hollywood’ style at El Capitán, the first cinema-themed restaurant in Latin America. Both the name and the look of the restaurant were inspired by one of LA’s most iconic theatres, ‘The Capitan’, which opened in 1926 and is still operating today. The menu at BA’s own version also pays homage to cinema, with its dishes alluding to some of the most popular films ever made, such as the ‘A Roma con amor’ (‘To Rome with Love’) mushroom risotto, or the spaghetti with veal ragú titled ‘La vida es bella’ (‘Life is Beautiful’).
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
IncantatumIncantatum. Mexico City, Mexico – Slytherin, Ravenclaw, Gryffindor or Hufflepuff… This restaurant is for Harry Potter fans of all stripes, no matter your Hogwarts house. Delight your palate with butterbeer, amortentia, mandrake shakes and other famous drinks and potions from the world of Harry Potter, along with modern Mexican dishes, all served by staff in wizarding wear. In addition to magical meals, you can also partake in immersive activities, like duels with your friends or Harry Potter-themed reading club sessions. [Photo: Incantatum/Facebook]
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
La VecindadLa Vecindad. Bogotá, Colombia – If you’re a fan of El Chavo del 8, the Mexican TV series that defined a generation of Latin American kids growing up in the ‘80s and ‘90s, then you’ve got to check out this restaurant in the Colombian capital. The establishment offers a vibrant space for enjoying a Tex-Mex meal with friends and family, but with a twist: you’ll be served by characters from the show, including Kiko, Don Ramón or even Chavito himself.
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
Hello KittyHello Kitty Café. Various US Locations – Of course everyone’s favourite cartoon cat has her own café – or rather, chain of cafés and ‘café trucks’ serving southern California and Las Vegas. This sweet deal began in 2014 with a food truck serving treats like cookies and macarons, and later expanded to include the Hello Kitty Café in Las Vegas in 2017, offering an expanded menu of pastries, drinks and cute Hello Kitty merchandise. Recently, the Hello Kitty Grand Café was added in Irvine, California, which – in addition to cakes, donuts and other sweets – also has a Bow Room hosting regular Afternoon Tea and Evening Cocktail services. [Photo: © Jakob Layman]
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
Proud BirdThe Proud Bird. Los Angeles, California, US – This airport-adjacent restaurant began life in 1967 as an aviation-themed eatery, but was recently reborn as a modern food hall serving Asian, Italian and American fare. In a nod to its history, the flight theme has been preserved: giant model airplanes hang from the ceiling, and aviation jargon abounds (‘Arrivals’, for example, is where you place your order, while ‘Departures’ is where you pick it up). Don’t forget to visit the Mile High Club bar for a cocktail or glass of wine, all while enjoying the spectacular views of the planes landing and taking off at LAX.
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Dining Trends: 7 Themed Restaurants To Fuel The Imagination.
CahootsCahoots. London, England – Wish you could go back in time to see 1940s London? Go to Cahoots! Hidden in the trendy Soho district, this secret space housed in an old underground station will transport you to a bygone era, complete with old photos, record players, waiters in retro uniforms, and even an old train. The menu mostly consists of cocktails (even some with non-alcoholic spirits), but you can also enjoy some ‘rations’, brunch or sweet treats paired with their handcrafted drinks. And don’t miss the era-appropriate events, like live swing music and DJed evenings.
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