Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Tacos Dos Hermanos

    Birmingham

    Excellent tacos – simple, delicious, cheap and...look, we have to stress: delicious. These guys will accommodate vegetarians, work hard and pull in huge…

  • Detroit Institute of Bagels

    Detroit

    Authentic NY bagels and housemade cream cheeses take center stage at this bright, plant-filled space in Corktown. Try the Le Rouge, with bacon, egg, goat…

  • Parc Brasserie

    Philadelphia

    Soak up the elegant Rittenhouse Sq vibe at this enormous, polished bistro right on the park. Dinner is a little steep, but brunch and lunch are good value…

  • Belmont Vegetarian

    Massachusetts

    Proof positive that beautiful flowers can bloom in the most unassuming of places, Belmont offers huge portions of Jamaican-inspired vegan fare with enough…

  • Mert’s Heart & Soul

    Charlotte

    Down at street level, beneath Uptown’s soaring skyscrapers, this cozy, homely diner buzzes with bankers and bohos alike. Its Lowcountry classics include…

  • Magnolia Café

    Louisiana

    The Magnolia Café was once a health-food store and VW-bus repair shop. Today it's the nucleus of what's happening in St Francisville – it's where people…

  • Cheese Truck

    New Haven

    While the flagship Caseus bistro has shuttered its doors (its former staff have opened Olmo in its place, at 95 Whitney St), its cheese truck rolls on,…

  • Fox & Fig

    Savannah

    A range of internationally inspired dishes get plant-based treatments at this charming cafe. Try the seared Southern seitan (wheat gluten) with French…

  • Mario’s Italian Lemonade

    Chicago

    At this cheerful box of a shop, super Italian ice comes loaded with big chunks of fresh fruit, which keeps crowds lining up throughout the summer. The…

  • ArtsRiot Food Trucks

    Burlington

    Burlingtonians kick off their summer weekends with snacks and drinks at this stellar Friday-evening gathering of food trucks, held in the parking lot…

  • Salute

    Connecticut

    Charming service is the hallmark of this urban gem, which offers a contemporary take on Italian flavors. Regulars rave about the cheesy garlic bread, but…

  • Screamer's Pizza

    New York City

    In a city of pizza lovers, it's hard to break the mold. But this buzzy, candy-colored joint has won a loyal following for its all-vegan slices, adorned…

  • Cinderella’s Royal Table

    Walt Disney World

    Cinderella greets guests and sits for a formal portrait (included in the price), and a sit-down meal with princesses is served upstairs. This is the only…

  • Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken

    Memphis

    Fried-chicken connoisseurs across the globe twitch in their sleep as they dream about the gossamer-light offerings at this downtown concrete bunker, with…

  • Selden Standard

    Detroit

    Farm-to-table Selden Standard is the kind of place that cares enough to churn its own butter and hand-make its own pasta. The menu changes, but you'll see…

  • Mamoun's Falafel Restaurant

    New Haven

    This hole-in-the-wall Middle Eastern joint serves fresh, cheap, delicious food in a simple restaurant with loads of character (and characters). It must be…

  • L'Etoile

    Wisconsin

    L'Etoile started doing the farm-to-table thing more than three decades ago. It's still the best in the biz, offering creative meat, fish and vegetable…

  • Restaurant 55

    Delaware

    An all-ages crowd muscles in for the black-and-bleu burger and other gourmet patties at this hopping restaurant not far from Dover Air Force Base…

  • Atticus Bookstore Café

    New Haven

    On the fringe of the Yale campus, come here to get your bearings and mingle with the alumni over great coffee, artisanal sandwiches, stellar breads, soup…

  • Pico Taqueria

    Virginia

    The ever-present line outside this roadside taco stand is proof of its awesomeness. The Maddox is a fried oyster taco while the Main Street is seared and…

  • Marina Variety Store

    Charleston

    A long-standing, down-home, greasy-spoon kinda place, with harbor views and Southern hospitality as warm as the buttermilk biscuits. Thumbs up to the…

  • Urban Stack

    Chattanooga

    Perfection? The medium-rare guacamole cheeseburger slathered with a fine chipotle aioli and topped with bacon. And hey, fried chickpeas, why you got to…

  • Lakeside Deli & Grille

    New Hampshire

    For a delicious lunch with prime Lake Winnipesaukee views, hit the front porch of this deli just east of downtown, beloved for its reasonably priced…

  • Zenith

    Pittsburgh

    All meals are vegan here, though cheese is optional. A visit is like eating in an antique shop, as everything, including the Formica tables, is for sale…

  • El Barrio

    Birmingham

    Fresh, well-executed Mexican food with a gourmet flair is served up in a stylish space. The tostadas, piled high with chicken or beans and topped with a…

  • Dime Store

    Detroit

    Take a seat in a chunky wood swivel chair in this cozy, diner-esque eatery and chow down on a duck Reuben and truffle mayo–dipped fries, alongside a cold…

  • Deluxe Green Bo

    SoHo & Chinatown

    It’s all about the food at this no-frills Chinese spot: gorgeous xiao long bao served in steaming drums, heaping portions of greasy noodles and gleaming…

  • Noni's

    Atlanta

    At this airy Italian spot with a great outdoor seating area you can have a grappa, then tuck into some homemade tagliatelle Bolognese or grilled shrimp…

  • Derby Joe

    Massachusetts

    Derby Joe has quickly become beloved in Salem for its friendly owners, strong coffee, tasty sandwiches and nonstop chess tournament in the house. Now on…

  • Ellen's Homemade Ice Cream

    West Virginia

    Photos of kids adorn the walls at this bright ice-cream shop where the homemade flavors include Dutch chocolate, mocha almond and Oreo. Specialty flavors…

  • Blue Pacific at Hoover Food Mart

    Birmingham

    It may look like a convenience store but this tiny building serves up some of the best Thai food in Birmingham. As you'd expect, the place ain't fancy but…

  • Pittsburgh Public Market

    Pittsburgh

    This giant indoor market caters to the need for downtown to have easy access to fresh produce, meats, cheeses and other local products. Note that many…

  • High Hat Cafe

    New Orleans

    At this bustling neighborhood spot, simple bayou and delta dishes – fried catfish, BBQ shrimp and slow-roasted pork – are served with a hint of style…

  • Narobia's Grits & Gravy

    Savannah

    Lovers of soul food, seafood and breakfast food will get their fill with the simple, hearty plates at this humble hole in the wall. The French toast and…

  • Green Truck

    Savannah

    Casual pub serving locally sourced and housemade fare (right down to the ketchup). Its burgers are the best in town – we love the Trailer Park, adorned…

  • Halls Chophouse

    Charleston

    Hands down the best restaurant for getting all done up, squeezing in at the bar and ordering a sizable, rare cut of steak with several glasses of Napa…

  • Iron Hill Brewery

    Delaware

    The spacious and airy multilevel Iron Hill Brewery is set in a converted brick warehouse on the riverfront. Satisfying microbrews pair nicely with the…

  • Corner Cafe

    Newport

    This cheery cafe has good coffee and some of the best-value breakfasts in Newport, including a memorable eggs Benedict and some good vegetarian options.

  • Vida Taco Bar

    Maryland

    The crowd is stylish – and getting its drink on – at this convivial spot serving fantastic street tacos and strong margaritas.

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    Reno

    Chicago

    Reno is a refreshingly casual neighborhood spot in the heart of Logan Square – that rare restaurant that meets several needs at once. Breakfast? Options…

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