Explore Unique Restaurants Converted from Airplanes

Unique Airplane-Themed Dining Experiences

Start the day here

Harris slams Trump’s “enemy from within” comment. Early voting begins in Georgia. What a La Niña winter could mean for the US.

Pioneering Airplane Restaurants

The Airplane Restaurant, Colorado Springs

The Airplane Restaurant
The Airplane Restaurant, Colorado Springs: Within the US Air Force-emblazoned fuselage of this hefty 1953 Boeing KC-97 tanker, 42 lucky diners can enjoy an insight into aviation history while savoring seafood or a sandwich.

La Tante DC10, Accra, Ghana

La Tante DC10
La Tante DC10, Accra, Ghana: Once an operational Ghana Airways plane, this McDonnell Douglas DC-10 serves delicious Ghanaian food daily from a prime location next to the airport.
Inside La Tante DC10
Inside the cabin: While the food served may not put La Tante DC10 in line for a Michelin star anytime soon, this is the go-to place for those eager for an airplane restaurant experience in Africa.

McDonald’s, Taupō, New Zealand

McDonald's Taupō
McDonald’s, Taupō, New Zealand: In New Zealand, you can find the world’s only McDonald’s located inside a decommissioned Douglas DC-3.

Hawai Adda, Ludhiana, India

Hawai Adda
Hawai Adda, Ludhiana, India: This retired Airbus 320, formerly an Air India plane, features a fuselage lined with swanky booths, where vegetarian dishes dominate the menu.
Aerial view of Hawai Adda
Aerial view of Hawai Adda: Inspired by India’s luxurious Maharaja Express, Hawai Adda is a worthy competitor, offering a unique dining experience.

El Avión, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

El Avión
El Avión, Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica: El Avión Restaurant and Bar provides dinner alongside a history lesson inside a converted Fairchild C-123 Provider nestled in the Costa Rican jungle.
Back To Top