Sure, you could eat in a stationary restaurant. But why settle for a view of the sidewalk when you can savor gourmet fare while gliding past the Flatiron Building? Bustronome takes the New York dining experience to the next level.
Literally.
This glass-roofed, double-decker bus offers a rolling fine-dining journey through Manhattan, pairing panoramic city views with an elegant, multi-course meal that’s far from your average dinner on wheels.
The concept is delightful and simple: world-class cuisine meets mobile sightseeing. Step aboard and you’ll be seated at a well-appointed table complete with crystal-clear views and a discreetly helpful staff who somehow manage to navigate a moving dining room with the grace of a Broadway ensemble. Everyone has access to an audio guide on their phone to fill you in on what’s rolling by outside the windows because yes, that is the Chrysler Building you see, and no, you won’t need to Google it mid-bite.
Bustronome’s seasonal tasting menus are curated with the same care you’d expect from a high-end Manhattan restaurant, but with a side of downtown-meets-uptown scenery. Lunch is a sleek four-course affair, while dinner stretches to six. Dishes skew modern European, with highlights like parmesan girasole, seared salmon and a spinach risotto worthy of a standing ovation at Carnegie Hall.
The route winds through Manhattan’s most iconic neighborhoods, from Hudson Yards to Midtown to the Manhattan bridge, with timed lighting and pacing that make golden hour feel like it was choreographed just for you. And yes, it’s a great date idea. Or birthday plan. Or “just because I need to impress someone” move. Private rentals are also available if you’d prefer to turn your next event into a literal moveable feast.
Bustronome NYC runs lunch and dinner services most days, rain or shine. The transparent rooftop makes sure you’re covered without missing a moment. It's one part sightseeing, one part sophisticated dining and an unforgettable surprise in the heart of the city; the kind New York City does best.
For more details, menus and booking info, visit bustronome.com or follow along at @bustronomeusa.