The MostExpensive 

Restaurants inthe United States

When you dine upscale, youshould expect to pay upscale

prices.

Compared to a local eatery thatmay cater more towards family

audiences, or mid-pricing levels,upscale dining is a whole new

world.

DanielNYC

An absolute classic and very well-known establishmentfrom one of my favorite cities in the United States. I have

actually mentioned Daniel in this blog before; Danielwas the featured restaurant in the “What Happens WhenKids Try Fine Dining” blog entry and accompanying video.Clearly, the children in that video ate quite well thatafternoon, despite not appreciating every food served.

Tastings are often incredibly expensive, understandablyso. An eight-course tasting at Daniel will run you $220

per person.

Empire SteakHouseNYC

You can see a trend developing–with New York City’s widearray of restaurants and upscale atmosphere, you’rebound to find an accompanying wealth of high-priced

foods. A 10-ounce Kobe sirloin at the Empire Steakhousewill run you $345. While this seems like an obscenely highprice for a steak, consider the fact that Empire is one ofjust two restaurants in New York that serves real Kobe

beef.

MasaNYC

Back to New York for number two, Masa serves up some ofthe most expensive, and certainly the tastiest Japanesefood you’ll find in the US. Masa screams exclusivity, andhas the menu to back it up. Chef Masayoshi Takayama has

worked since his youth to perfect the art of cooking,and you won’t hear that many complaining. The $450 pricepoint for a meal–not including drinks–makes Masa one of

the most expensive eateries in the US.

Serendipity 3NYC/Las Vegas

The perfect after-meal sundae treat, Serendipity 3’sGolden Opulence Sundae contains Tahitian vanilla icecream, Madagascar vanilla and, of course, a golf leaf.Caviar and Venezuelan chocolate are just two more of

the incredibly lavish “toppings” on this sundae that willrun you $1,000.

FleurLas Vegas

If you like a good burger–maybe the best burger inAmerica–Fleur is your restaurant. Having some disposable

income also helps, as the most expensive item featuredon the menu is the Fleur burger. Wagyu beef, foie gras,

truffles and a bottle of Chateau Petrus brings the priceof this entree at Fleur to $5,000.

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