The world’s largest underwater restaurant ‘Under’ is almost fully booked until next summer as the 100-foot structure nears completion.
Named ‘Under’ – it will open in the coastal village of Baly in the region of Lindesnes located on the southernmost tip of Norway in spring 2019.
It is Europe’s first and the world’s largest underwater restaurant.
According to local media, the building sits on the seabed 16 feet below the surface and looks like a modern bunker.
Video Credit: CEN/@underlindesnes
The 100-foot long structure was constructed on ground level on top of a barge for half a year and was designed to withstand extreme weather conditions.
It was then towed to its location 600 feet away, lowered into the water and attached to a foundation on the seabed.
Nicolai Ellitsgaard Pedersen, Under’s chef, revealed: “My team and I work in close cooperation with local farmers, fishermen, hunters and harvesters to provide the freshest ingredients. In this way, we create flavorful, innovative dishes that reflect our landscape.”
The restaurant was designed by the Snohetta company, based in Oslo and New York City with studios in San Francisco, Innsbruck, Singapore and Stockholm.
Senior architect Rune Grasdal said: “The first challenge is water pressure as it is 16 feet below the surface, but the biggest problem is the waves.”
The venue has walls that are three feet thick and designed to withstand harsh conditions.
There will be three levels covering an area of 5,300 square feet that include a champagne bar and a large dining area.
The restaurant will mainly serve seafood delicacies sourced from the local.
However, with ‘Under’ nearly booked-out until after summer 2019, diners will have to book their table soon.
The restaurant recommends that guests allot three and a half to four hours “to fully escape into our Immersion menu.” Tables, if there are any left, can be booked at: https://under.dinesuperb.com/reserve/date
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Story By: Bartosz Staszewski, Sub-Editor: Joseph Golder, Agency: Central European News
