Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • 5 Loaves Eatery

    Chicago

    Order at the counter, and then head to one of the 12 tables at this friendly breakfast and lunch cafe. Lots of regulars from the surrounding community…

  • Hank's Oyster Bar

    Alexandria

    Get your oyster fix during happy hour (3pm to 7pm and 10pm to midnight Monday to Friday) when the briny critters are only $1.25 apiece at this outpost of…

  • Hugo's

    Portland

    Hugo's has taken a few different turns over its lifetime and settled on this handsome, upscale incarnation, where the menu divides into 'Foraged & Farmed,…

  • Renata's Kitchen

    Philadelphia

    Brunch all day, every day is Renata's proud boast. Although the place ain't much to look at, its menu offerings, which globe-trot for inspiration, attract…

  • Daily Kitchen & Bar

    Richmond

    In the heart of Carytown, the Daily is a great dining and drinking choice no matter the time of day. Stop by for lump crab omelets at breakfast, blackened…

  • Patio at Cafe Brauer

    Chicago

    Take a break from zoo explorations at pretty Cafe Brauer. It's perfect for some ice cream, a Caesar salad, hamburger or glass of wine refresher while…

  • Joe's Steaks & Soda Shop

    Philadelphia

    If you're hankering for a cheesesteak in Fishtown, Joe's is your answer. They come in small or large sizes and a variety of permutations including a vegan…

  • Barcelona Wine Bar

    South End & Chinatown

    Barcelona calls itself a wine bar (and it does have an impressive wine program, for sure), but most people come for the excellent food and the impeccable…

  • Bella Verona

    Massachusetts

    The striped awning and overflowing flower boxes are the perfect gateway to this romantic trattoria in the heart of Salem. Owner Giorgio Manzana has…

  • Shake Shack

    Washington, DC

    The NYC chain has come to DC. The self-proclaimed 'modern roadside burger stand' is beloved for its well-griddled patties under a sweet-and-tangy Shack…

  • Mockingbird Kitchen & Cafe

    Connecticut

    Produce can hardly get any fresher: it comes from the gardens out back and seven local farms. And some of the Asian-themed dishes are to die for, like…

  • West Side Market Cafe

    Cleveland

    This is a smart stop if you’re craving well-made breakfast fare, like kielbasa-studded Hungarian hash or honey-buttered cornbread waffles. Lunch brings…

  • Dino's House of Burgers

    New York

    Creative, crowd pleasing burgers are the name of the game at Dino's. It has wild combinations (ever tried a lobster burger?) that can make order…

  • Del Mar

    Cape Cod

    The creative menu at this stylish bistro swings from thin-crust fig-and-prosciutto pizza to maple-glazed duck and beyond. Global influences enhance fine…

  • Crawfish House & Grill

    Cajun Country

    This may be the prairie, but you can still find good seafood out here, and the Crawfish House & Grill is a good example. Fried baskets and Cajun spins on…

  • Dock

    Long Island

    Absolutely no bullshit allowed: signs warn away cell phone users and families with screaming children. The unique decor includes stuffed animal heads and…

  • Brown Dog Deli

    Charleston

    Really tasty gourmet sandwiches, packed with fresh and creative ingredients. A favorite is the Boar's Head mesquite turkey with a brie spread, bacon,…

  • Coal Docks

    New York

    Coal Docks takes full advantage of its water location and serves up heaping portions of well cooked seafood and steakhouse favorites. The menu is very…

  • Nana

    Chicago

    This convivial little gem has received multiple Michelin Bib Gourmand awards for great food offered at great value. It whips up yummy organic breakfasts …

  • Monterey Pub

    Pittsburgh

    The Monterey is a pub (the bar's open from 3pm to midnight) but we enjoy it more as the best Irish restaurant in the city. You'll get excellent pub fare…

  • Early Girl Eatery

    Asheville

    It’s the all-day breakfast menu that draws the crowds to this downtown farm-to-table cafe, where the sunny dining room overlooks a small central square…

  • Biscuits & Buns on Banks

    New Orleans

    Need some carbs in your life? Have them with a side of delicious at Biscuits & Buns. The fluffy breads come slathered with gravy and topped with fried…

  • Tempo Cafe

    Chicago

    Bright and cheery, this diner serves up most of its meals in a skillet. The omelet-centric menu includes all manner of fresh veggies and meat, as well as…

  • Bluefins

    Cape Cod

    You won't find a basic California roll on the menu at Bluefins. This ultra-chic spot on Chatham's Main St specializes in unique rolls such as Surf & Turf,…

  • Odette

    Alabama

    For fine dining in the Shoals, it's hard to beat Odette, which hits all of the boxes on the farm-to-table checklist. Local farm products underlay a menu…

  • Ruby's Restaurant

    Cajun Country

    This Eunice institution serves popular plate lunches in a 1950s diner setting. The menu mixes up Cajun classics like jambalaya, sausage and tasso (a kind…

  • Suraya

    Philadelphia

    Like walking into a Lebanese bazaar, the front of this restaurant is stocked with an attractive selection of takeaway foods, homewares and cookbooks. It…

  • Jimmy T’s

    Washington, DC

    Jimmy’s is a neighborhood joint of the old school, where folks come in with their dogs, cram in to read the Post, have a burger or a coffee or an omelet …

  • Le Perche

    Hudson Valley

    A small piece of France has been transported to Hudson with this combined bakery, cafe and bar. At the front of the shop, pick up freshly baked baguettes,…

  • Tumi

    Cape Cod

    If you love seafood but you're hankering for something a little different, seek out this hidden Italian-Peruvian gem. Take your pick from nine kinds of…

  • Cafe Marquesa

    Key West

    The Marquesa is as elegant as it gets in Key West, all white tablecloths, candle light and good food to boot. The mains are French-inspired with little…

  • Syl's Cafe

    Upper Peninsula

    Breakfasts are Syl's glory. Folks chitchat over biscuits and gravy, pancakes and sausages, and heaping plates of eggs at the booths in this classic diner…

  • Casa Razdora

    Boston

    The line is often out the door, but it's worth the wait for amazing Italian food, just like nonna made. Pick a pasta (all made fresh on the premises) and…

  • Chefs de France

    Walt Disney World

    Bright yellow and with lovely big windows, this bustling French brasserie features boeuf bourguignon, lobster bisque and other bistro classics. The likes…

  • Lucharito's

    Long Island

    The Mexican-wrestler theme dominates the pink-and-blue walls, but that's not the only reason young and old alike flock to Lucharito's agave-tinted…

  • 7a Foods

    Martha's Vineyard

    A purveyor of all things farm-to-table, 7a Foods is run by locals with excellent food and farming pedigrees (co-owner and chef Dan is a Culinary Institute…

  • Willalby's Cafe

    Wisconsin

    Vegans and vegetarians will love this awesome diner on trendy Williamson St. In addition to the usual breakfast fare, this place serves vegan renditions…

  • La Palme d’Or

    Miami

    The acclaimed Palme d'Or is the culinary match for the Jazz Age opulence that ensconces it. With its white-gloved, old-world class and US attention to…

  • Rita Mae’s Kitchen

    Cajun Country

    Rita Mae’s comes recommended up, down and around the bayou. This little cottage near the Hwy 90 overpass serves up comfort food like grandma used to make,…

  • Laura's Pleasant View Diner

    Rhode Island

    This old-school diner on a leafy but otherwise nondescript street doesn't have much of a view… but it does have a solid following of regular locals who…

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