Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Heritage Chocolates

    Maryland

    Why yes, I would like a handcrafted sea-salt caramel in a cute little box. And go ahead and throw in a cashew turtle. And an almond cluster. And a…

  • Sip & Bite

    Baltimore

    Yes, you do want the grilled crab cake with two eggs, hash browns and toast. And no...don't even say the word 'diet.' No question, a hearty, appealingly…

  • Kelly's Roast Beef

    Massachusetts

    Only one vestige of the 'old' Revere Beach remains: the world-famous Kelly's Roast Beef, which has been around since 1951 and still serves up the best…

  • DiAnoia's Eatery

    Pittsburgh

    There's no shortage of Italian restaurants in Pittsburgh, but DiAnoia has been praised for raising the bar on the genre. Clean, deceptively simple dishes…

  • Downtown Grille Cafe

    New Hampshire

    Order at the counter then head to the back patio for a great view of Lake Winn with your ham-and-pepper-jack panini, hot-pressed cubano or, our favorite,…

  • Esoteric

    Virginia

    The menu at this joint lives up to its name, including everything from hummus to dolmades, tacos to gnocchi. At lunch, the gourmet sandwiches and craft…

  • Sweet Spice

    Savannah

    This easygoing Jamaican spot, about 4.5 miles southeast of downtown, is a welcome break from all the American and Southern fare you get around here. A…

  • Nolan's Brick Oven Bistro

    New Hampshire

    Delicious pizzas – cooked in the brick oven and laden with ingredients sourced from local farms – are the big draw at this popular spot a block north of…

  • Pomodoro

    Boston

    Seductive Pomodoro offers a super-intimate, romantic setting (reservations are essential). The food is simple but perfectly prepared: fresh pasta, spicy…

  • Ella's Americana Folk Art Cafe

    Tampa

    After one too many Boozy Suzys the visionary outsider art on Ella's walls starts to make a lot of sense. But it's not just the eccentric art and cocktails…

  • Ethiopic

    Washington, DC

    In a city with no shortage of Ethiopian joints, Ethiopic stands above the rest thanks to its warm, stylish ambience. Top marks go to the various wats …

  • Pearl Ice Cream Parlor

    Wisconsin

    Charming, old-school ice-cream parlor where you line up at the till, choose your flavor, and sit out along the sidewalk or at one of the few tables inside…

  • Nick's Lobster House

    New York City

    This charming eatery is located right on the water in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn. The menu is simple, Northeast-style seafood, but the shrimp…

  • Ekiben

    Baltimore

    The 'neighborhood bird' at this Asian fusion box of deliciousness is a sight to behold, and then devour: a giant piece of curry-fried chicken practically…

  • Liquid Assets

    Maryland

    Like a diamond in the rough, this bistro and wine shop is hidden in a strip mall in north OC. The menu is a refreshing mix of innovative seafood, grilled…

  • Carson Street Deli

    Pittsburgh

    Sandwiches done simply is the name of the game at the Carson Street Deli, where a lovable band of tattooed misfits fix up some of the best meat and cheese…

  • Lake & Irving

    Minneapolis

    The menu here has something for everyone: an appealing mix of American comfort foods, like burgers and buttermilk chicken sandwiches, paired with more…

  • Lewis Barbecue

    Charleston

    Lewis Barbecue is a bit north of downtown, but Charlestonians regularly venture out and line up for this oh-so-delicious meat. Favorites include the Texas…

  • Mockingbird Cafe

    Mississippi

    With its front porch, wooden floors, and inviting couches and nooks, this coffeehouse and cafe is just the spot to relax and dig into a good book. The …

  • City Pork Deli & Charcuterie

    Louisiana

    We are unapologetic in our love of sandwiches, and City Pork does some mighty fine ones: the pork belly banh mi is a crispy revelation, while the…

  • Poogan's Porch

    Charleston

    It's very Charlestonian to take brunch on the terrace of this cozy but elegant two-story Victorian, where the homemade buttermilk biscuits are out of…

  • Duck Inn

    Chicago

    This superb gastropub hides on a working-class block in Bridgeport. There's much to love here: the ubercool mid-century modern decor, the exquisite…

  • 7th Street Public Market

    Charlotte

    This indoor food hall's aromatic, irresistible kitchens and cafes entice Uptown palates with everything from gourmet coffee and craft beer to imported…

  • Courtney's Seafood Restaurant

    Maryland

    This fish shack, which isn't that far in exterior decor from a bomb shelter (it doesn't get significantly better inside), is run by Tom Courtney, local…

  • Penza's Pies at the Red Barn Cafe

    New Jersey

    This rather grandmotherly place sells more than 20 pies and quiches ($20 to $28) and an assortment of local produce, and serves a breakfast menu focused…

  • Restaurant at Burdick's

    New Hampshire

    This spectacular restaurant in tiny Walpole serves French-themed dishes, such as onion soup, steak frites and mussels mariniere, plus a few regional…

  • Suzuki Sushi Bar

    Midcoast Maine

    The super-fresh seafood of midcoast Maine is put to exquisite use at Suzuki’s, where the sushi chefs are women (in a field dominated by men). Sashimi and…

  • Bagatelle

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    At Bagatelle, elegant bentwood chairs, chandeliers, white linens and (ultimately) the bill conspire to give you the impression you're eating somewhere top…

  • Informalist

    Wisconsin

    The house restaurant of the Lismore Hotel is an excellent option for any meal, but has an especially inventive lunch menu that includes scrumptious, wood…

  • Social Southern Table

    Cajun Country

    The hip culinary crowd out in Acadiana pack into Social to feast on fried chicken 'n' biscuits, wild mushroom flatbreads, and local vegetables drenched in…

  • Barley House

    New Hampshire

    Solo travelers will do just fine at this welcoming downtown tavern's bar where burgers, classic Irish dishes, the lobster BLT and a few menu-crashers – we…

  • Rosemary & Thyme Cafe

    Newport

    The counter at Rosemary & Thyme is piled high with buttery croissants, apple and cherry tarts, and plump muffins. At lunchtime gourmet sandwiches feature…

  • Hellbender Burritos

    West Virginia

    They stuff the big burritos here Mountain State style – think blue-cheese dressing, Fritos, homemade pulled pork and other stuff that may not be Mexican…

  • Coppa Enoteca

    South End & Chinatown

    This South End enoteca (wine bar) recreates an Italian dining experience with authenticity and innovation, serving up salumi (cured meats), antipasti,…

  • La Prima

    Pittsburgh

    Great Italian coffee and pastries have people lined up out the door at peak times. The cranberry scone is their most popular sweet, but it has a range of…

  • Porch at Schenley

    Pittsburgh

    Cheap and casual doesn't often unite with fresh and farm-to-table, but at the Porch it does. Get great local ingredients served up with flair in a casual…

  • Pig & Pint

    Mississippi

    The Southern siren call of smoked meat and cold beer always lures us in, but we're particularly happy when those elements can be found in a cool,…

  • French Broad Chocolate Lounge

    Asheville

    Now happily ensconced in large, glossy premises beside Pack Sq Park, this beloved downtown chocolate shop hasn't lost its chocolate heart. Small-batch,…

  • Scopa

    Boston

    Every meal at Scopa starts with delectable, warm Italian flatbread, served with a selection of olive oils for dipping. This is just a teaser of the…

  • Jessop's Tavern

    Delaware

    Tonight we're going to party like its 1679. On the Bill of Fare you'll find Dutch pot roast, a 'Pilgrim's Feast' (oven-roasted turkey with all the fixings…

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