Gold Coast
The unassuming Pig, with its plain booths and hardwood decor, saves its wild side for its dishes that bring together surprising flavors. Think beet and…
Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA
Washington, DC
This is rich, regional Louisiana cookin', so come prepared for duck glazed in pepper jelly, fried oyster po'boy sandwiches, and veal dunked in mushroom…
Catskills
Twin Peaks is a large coffee shop with a friendly owner and a small menu of well-made sandwiches and basic breakfast items. Its claim-to-fame are the made…
Alabama
The gourmet's choice, this stunner has an airy interior with a reclaimed-wood bar. The booths are sumptuous and these guys were doing farm to table before…
Cleveland
It’s cafeteria style, so grab a tray and fill it with plump pierogi, cabbage rolls and other rib-sticking Polish and Eastern European fare. The portions…
Martha's Vineyard
Be sure to head to the Grange Hall in the center of West Tisbury on market days for fresh-from-the-farm produce. The best time to go is Saturday, when it…
New Hampshire
The top spot to eat inside these stylish digs is the enclosed patio overlooking the crowds strolling Main St. The brick-oven pizzas are a house specialty,…
Hudson Valley
If you're hankering for some no-frills, high-quality tacos, stop in at this chic spot on Tarrytown's Main St. The dining area is small and it's popular at…
Miami
Tucked down a side street, a bit of searching is needed to find Frenchie's. The cooking is a showcase for French bistro classics, with steamed mussels,…
South Beach
This natural-food grocery-store chain has an excellent array of organic produce, delicious bakery items, a wide range of prepared meals and a salad bar –…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Skip the national Mexican-food chains in favor of this citywide favorite that promises high-quality meats and veg tucked safely in a sea of thick…
Pennsylvania
If you like the sound of a sports-bar-type atmosphere with chichi menu options such as phyllo-wrapped asparagus and prosciutto or baked Brie, then this is…
Midcoast Maine
At this high-quality pan-Asian eatery, the accomplished dishes dazzle palates with fresh flavor. Small plates range from lobster ravioli served in a rich,…
Miami
Miami has a large "Juban" (Jewish-Cuban) population, and this spot is sort of like a Juban given brick and mortar restaurant form. The buzzing little deli…
Chicago
All of Pilsen is at this neon-pink ice-cream shop on warm nights. Huge, super creamy scoops in coconut, pistachio and Mexican sponge cake are one thing,…
Miami
Given the crowds and the satisfied smiles of customers, Roasters 'n Toasters meets the demanding standards of Miami Beach's large Jewish demographic,…
Atlanta
Don't leave the Atlanta city limits until you sample Fat Matt’s Rib Shack. Although it does serve chopped pork, we suggest a slab of ribs (though a half…
Illinois
Maldaner's purports to be the oldest restaurant on Route 66 and has indeed been serving upscale American cuisine since 1844. You can't go wrong with its…
Providence
Every bit as good as they say, this New American bistro has a seasonal menu featuring dishes like rabbit loin with sweet-pea sauce, roasted sole, and beef…
New Orleans
Is this the best steak in the city? No. But the venue is older than old school; there are little private booths where you can have mafia-style dinners…
Portland
The 1lb 'hand slab' is huge – a doughy slab of focaccia topped with tomato and cheese – and perfect for ensuring the beer (there are 20 on tap) doesn't go…
South Shore
Quincy isn't exactly known for fine dining and cocktails, but the Townshend might just change that. The menu is broad (and frequently changing), but…
Nantucket
You can get your organic juice and almond-milk latte fix at Lemon Press, a chic, design-minded cafe on Main St. The menu of sandwiches, wraps and bowls…
Birmingham
Once a food truck, Hotbox is...well, still a food truck, but it's been permanently planted in the back yard of the Parkside bar. Bar patrons and those who…
Memphis
Tucked in its own namesake alleyway off Monroe Ave, this subterranean institution sells an astonishing 5 tons of its exquisite dry-rubbed ribs weekly. The…
New Orleans
Contemporary Southern food has been a culinary trend in New Orleans for decades, but Brown Butter executes the genre with midrange prices and menu items…
Chicago
Part of a well-loved local chain, Francesca's buzzes with regulars who come for the trattoria's rustic standards, such as linguine with salmon and wild…
South Beach
Big Pink does American comfort food with joie de vivre and a dash of whimsy. The Americana menu is consistently good throughout the day; pulled Carolina…
Naing Myanmar Family Restaurant
Michigan
The unadorned tables in a worn strip mall storefront may not look like much, but this family-run eatery prepares lovely traditional dishes from Malaysia …
Louisville
Check your visions of piñatas and mariachis at the door – Chef Bruce Ucán's subtle farm-to-table Mexican mainstay is all about the (sustainably sourced)…
Ohio
The family who owns this bright-yellow eatery cooks the Cuban classics, including lechon (slow-roasted pork) and picadillo (ground beef, olives, raisins…
Milwaukee
Students, young families, older couples and bearded, tattooed types pile in to the rock-and-roll Comet for gravy-smothered meatloaf, mac 'n' cheese, vegan…
Miami
The description everyone writes when vegan food tastes good is that you're not missing the meat. This trope actually holds true at Choices. With clever…
Long Island
The original roadhouse bar is still here, as is a urinal from Grand Central Station circa 1916 (thankfully inside the men's room). Some Montaukers have…
Midcoast Maine
The chef-owner's menu wanders the globe at this well-received addition to the Camden scene, sampling techniques and flavors to spice up the fine local…
Midcoast Maine
The answer to the question 'More oysters?' is always yes, in case you're wondering, and as such you should get yourself seated at North Beacon Oyster…
Tampa
From the outside this place looks like it could be a paint store. The inside isn't much better; green vinyl tablecloths and bare white walls. But the red…
Midcoast Maine
It's always a treat to find good Mexican food this far north, and El Ancla ('the anchor'), with a menu ranging from slow-roasted pork with achiote to…
New Orleans
There's a whole eclectic mash-up of farm-to-table treats served in this airy, grand dining hall, which is attached to the NOPSI Hotel. Mix up your small…
New Orleans
If the cuisine of the Southern US isn't far enough south for you, head to South America via Mais Arepas. Their specialty is, unsurprisingly, arepas (corn…
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