Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Pizano's

    Chicago

    Congenial Pizano's gets lost amid Chicago's pizza places, which is a shame since it's one of the best and has an illustrious pedigree (founded by Rudy…

  • LOOK by Plant Love House

    New York City

    Snug and adorable, this Thai cafe serves incendiary noodle soups (num tok, enriched with pork blood, is a specialty), tangy som tum (spicy papaya salad)…

  • ATLA

    SoHo & Chinatown

    The Mexican dishes on ATLA's menu – enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, chilaquiles – might sound like standard fare, but here they've been elevated to fine…

  • Local Pizzaiolo

    Atlanta

    The first of four Atlanta locations for the fiercely traditional (and Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana–certified) Neapolitan pizza from four-time…

  • Frankies 457 Spuntino

    New York City

    Frankies is a neighborhood magnet, attracting local couples, families and plenty of Manhattanites with hearty pasta dishes like cavatelli with hot sausage…

  • Taquiza

    South Beach

    Taquiza has acquired a stellar reputation among Miami's street-food lovers. The takeout stand with a few outdoor tables serves delicious perfection in its…

  • Cellar Door Provisions

    Chicago

    A cafe by day and bistro by night, Cellar Door's teeny space only has about 20 seats. The rotating menu of bright, seasonal dishes might include carrot…

  • Skinny Pancake

    Burlington

    What started as a humble Church St food cart is now a Burlington institution, serving its delicious crepes at multiple locations, including this main…

  • Mintwood Place

    Washington, DC

    In a neighborhood known for jumbo pizza slices and Jell-O shots, Mintwood Place is a romantic anomaly. Take a seat in a brown-leather booth or at a…

  • Republic

    New Hampshire

    The first certified 'farm-to-restaurant' establishment in New Hampshire, Republic is still turning heads and impressing taste buds. Kudos you stylish…

  • Emeril’s

    New Orleans

    The noise level can be deafening, but Emeril’s remains one of New Orleans’ finest dining establishments. The kitchen’s strengths are best appreciated by…

  • Halcyon Flavors from the Earth

    Charlotte

    A perfect people-watching perch overlooking the Uptown bustle, the Mint Museum’s light-filled restaurant is ideal for a zestful lunch or more substantial …

  • Dominique Ansel Bakery

    SoHo & Chinatown

    One of NYC's best and most well-known patisseries has more to offer than just cronuts (its world-famous doughnut-croissant hybrid), including buttery…

  • Baz Bagels

    SoHo & Chinatown

    A shamelessly flamboyant combo of pink, palm prints and Dolly and Barbra portraits, New York's campest diner keeps things fabulous with its hand-rolled,…

  • Vortex

    Atlanta

    An age-21-and-up joint cluttered with Americana memorabilia, the godfather of Atlanta burger joints is where alterna-hipsters mingle alongside Texas…

  • Red Pony

    Tennessee

    If Jason's Bacon is gracing the menu at this stylish ode to the South's finest foods and flavors, just say yes. Or yum. This morsel of smoked pork belly…

  • Del Mar

    Washington, DC

    Treat yourself to an impeccable meal at Michelin-star-winning Del Mar, Fabio and Maria Trabocchi’s latest culinary vision. Spanish cuisine is celebrated…

  • Gryphon

    Burlington

    Housed in a beautifully refurbished former hotel with high coffered ceilings, leather couches and antique lighting running the length of the bar, this…

  • Restaurant Iris

    Memphis

    In stylishly revamped digs, chef Kelly English crafts special, avant-garde Southern fusion dishes that delight foodies, hence the James Beard nominations…

  • Chartreuse Kitchen

    Detroit

    It may seem like just another trendy spot with mod-industrial decor and a seasonal menu, but Chartreuse does it all really well. Dishes like the twice…

  • Cabbage Island Clambakes

    Midcoast Maine

    A prized Maine tradition: a scenic cruise from Boothbay Harbor to the small, family-owned Cabbage Island, where a traditional clambake provides a…

  • Lan Larb

    SoHo & Chinatown

    Food fiends flock to Lan Larb for cheap, flavor-packed Thai. It specializes in larb, a spicy, minced-meat salad from Thailand's northeast Isan region (try…

  • White Horse Tavern

    Newport

    If you'd like to eat at a 17th-century tavern that once served as an annual meeting place for the Colonial Rhode Island General Assembly, try this…

  • Krog Street Market

    Atlanta

    This mixed-use complex of hip retail outlets and restaurants is one of the latest anchors of Atlanta's hip and continually gentrifying Inman Park…

  • Shaw’s Crab House

    Chicago

    Shaw’s beautiful old dining room and adjoining lounge have an elegant, historic feel, complemented by dark woods and sea-worn nautical decor. The…

  • Chai Pani

    Asheville

    Literally ‘tea and water,’ chai pani refers more generally to inexpensive snacks. Hence the ever-changing array of irresistible street food at this…

  • Karczma

    Brooklyn: Williamsburg, Greenpoint & Bushwick

    There's no better way to soak up Greenpoint's Polish flavors than at this tavern-style restaurant. Slip into a booth, admire the rustic decor, and order…

  • Saba

    New Orleans

    Israeli-American chef Alon Shaya has a track record of helming one award-winning New Orleans restaurant after another; such is the case with Saba (Hebrew…

  • Boeufhaus

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Chicago has many steakhouses, but none like European-style Boeufhaus in Ukrainian Village. Sit in a snug banquette and carve into dry-aged steaks and…

  • Sunny Point Café

    Asheville

    Loved for its hearty homemade food, this bright West Asheville spot fills up each morning with solos, couples and ladies who breakfast; the little garden…

  • Liquid Art Coffeehouse

    Vermont

    Much more than a coffeehouse, Liquid Art serves everything from delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches to dinners of mussels, lasagna, roasted garlic…

  • Mise en Place

    Tampa

    This landmark Tampa restaurant has been a destination for romantic, sophisticated dining for more than 30 years. The menu emphasizes contemporary American…

  • Southerner

    Gold Coast

    Set at the water’s edge, the Southerner feels like you’re eating inside a friend’s sunny cottage. James Beard Award nominee Matthew Millar cooks crispy…

  • 5 Rabanitos

    Chicago

    A storefront restaurant painted yellow, green and blue, 5 Rabanitos looks like any other taqueria on 18th St, except the chef learned his craft from…

  • Franklin Fountain

    Philadelphia

    It's cash only at this fantastic yet kitsch-free throwback, from the phosphates and vintage ice-cream flavors (try the teaberry) right down to the ancient…

  • Aretha Frankenstein's

    Chattanooga

    A skeleton riding a skateboard doubles as the chandelier. Old concert posters cover the walls – can you spot Sleater-Kinney? You might see discarded…

  • Press Room

    West Virginia

    This oft-recommended spot is housed in an old newspaper building, but the hospitable vibe and cozy decor evoke the home of a close friend. Fresh and…

  • La Slowteria

    New York City

    Colorful, flavor-packed tacos and punchy cocktails rimmed with chilli salt are a winning combination at La Slowteria, which has the bonus of a hidden back…

  • Ardent

    Milwaukee

    Milwaukee's foodies get weak in the knees when they sniff the Beard-nominated chef's ever-changing, farm-to-table dishes. Dinner is a lingering affair in…

  • Minetta Tavern

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Book in advance, or come early to snag a table on a weeknight, because Minetta Tavern is often packed to the rafters. The snug red-leather banquettes,…

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