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Ultraviolet

Restaurant

About

Ultraviolet is a three-Michelin-starred restaurant located in Shanghai, China, renowned for its avant-garde and immersive dining experience. Opened in May 2012 by French chef Paul Pairet and the VOL Group, it is recognized as the world's first multi-sensory restaurant. The dining room features a single table for ten guests, with each course of the 20+ course menu enhanced by tailored atmospheres using lights, sounds, music, and scents. This unique setting creates a theatrical experience where food is central, but not the only focus. The restaurant's cuisine blends French influences with experimental elements, emphasizing comfort and simplicity. Ultraviolet has been praised for its innovative use of technology to engage all senses, creating an immersive journey for diners. The experience includes dramatic room transformations and synchronized service, making it a standout in the culinary world. With its exclusive seating and high staff-to-guest ratio, Ultraviolet offers a luxurious and memorable experience, attracting both locals and international visitors.