SubliMotion in Ibiza is the restaurant most often named the most expensive in the world, with a tasting experience that opened in 2014 at about €1,500 per person and is listed at roughly $1,800 or more in 2026 price lists. One 2026 ranking puts Alchemist in Copenhagen higher, at about $2,200. These are listed menu prices, not bills, and the lists date from different years.
| Rank | Item | Price (USD) | Sale date | Sold at |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alchemist, Copenhagen | About $2,200 listed | 2026 list | Alchemist |
| 2 | SubliMotion, Ibiza | About $1,800 listed (other lists $1,740 to $2,380) | 2026 list | SubliMotion |
| 3 | The French Laundry, Napa Valley | About $1,200 listed | 2026 list | The French Laundry |
| 4 | Piazza Duomo, Alba | About $1,100 listed | 2026 list | Piazza Duomo |
| 5 | Masa, New York | About $950 listed | 2026 list | Masa |
Treat the order as indicative. The price lists do not say whether wine, tax and service are included.
10 reasons SubliMotion costs so much
1. Only twelve people sit down at a time
The studio was built for twelve diners. Few seats mean each guest carries a big share of the cost.
2. It is a three-hour show for five senses
A 2026 review describes a three-hour cabaret, with staff changing costumes, moving furniture to play with scale, and technicians controlling lighting, projections, humidity, aromas and confetti.
3. Dishes arrive on an illuminated magnetic table
Some dishes float or descend from the ceiling. That staging costs far more than a normal dining room.
4. Staff outnumber guests
The same review says at least two staff members serve each diner.
5. The 2026 edition adds mixed-reality headsets
Guests wear Meta Quest headsets for scenes during the meal. The show is refreshed every two years, so the build costs keep recurring.
6. Paco Roncero designs it
The Spanish chef has been behind the concept since it opened in 2014. His other work includes advising the Bocuse d’Or committee, and he is known for avant-garde cooking.
7. The menu is a long tasting sequence
At launch the menu ran to about 20 courses. A 2026 price list gives 12, so check the current count when you book.
8. The season is short
The 2026 season was reported to run from June 1 to September 30. A small number of nights has to cover year-round costs.
9. It is in Ibiza at a premium venue
The Playa d’en Bossa hotel that houses it has been rebranded as BLESS Hotel Ibiza, while the show keeps its place there.
10. Guests start with drinks at a separate bar
The evening begins at a nearby bar before you walk into the studio. The entry fee covers the whole production.
What changed since 2014
The price has risen from about €1,500 to about $1,800 or more on current lists. The hotel changed its name to BLESS Hotel Ibiza. Reports say the team is planning a Las Vegas opening, though we could not confirm its status.
What drives these prices
- Scarcity of seats. Twelve seats per show caps revenue per night.
- Production cost. The stage and tech teams cost more than the food.
- Short season. Four months a year have to carry the fixed costs.
- Press value. The title of most expensive restaurant is itself a marketing asset.
FAQ
What is the most expensive restaurant in the world?
It depends on the list. SubliMotion in Ibiza is the usual answer, listed at about $1,800 in one 2026 price list. Another 2026 list puts Alchemist in Copenhagen higher, at about $2,200.
How much did SubliMotion cost when it opened?
About €1,500 per person in 2014.
How many people can dine there?
Twelve per show.
When is it open?
The 2026 season was reported to run from June 1 to September 30. Check with the restaurant for dates.
Is it worth it?
A June 2026 review found the evening engaging and the food precise, while admitting the cost is high and the concept will not suit everyone.
Are these prices confirmed?
No. We could not open the restaurant’s own price page. The figures come from price lists of differing dates, so treat them as approximate.
How we put this list together
We used published restaurant price lists and a 2026 review, compiled in an internal valuation model. Prices are approximate and change over time, and we could not confirm current menu prices with the restaurants.
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Last updated: October 2026.
