Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Kensington Quarters

    Philadelphia

    Nose to tail cooking is on offer at this buzzy restaurant and butchery. Sample its smokey Hungarian sausage with zingy pickles, bacon kielbasa with German…

  • Lazzari

    Portland

    Half bar, half pizza spot, Lazzari is great for a beer, a cocktail, or a white clam pizza, all things that basically make life worth living. Other pie…

  • Charm School Social Club

    Richmond

    Top marks go to this ice cream parlor's name and interior decoration; the pricey iced confections could be better, though. That said, they're house made…

  • Lindsey's Hospitality House

    Arkansas

    This big, buzzing restaurant is a locals' favorite for huge platters of barbecue. Chopped beef and pork comes nicely smoked, or you can opt for fried…

  • Segafredo L’Originale

    South Beach

    Immensely popular with Europeans and South Americans, this chic cafe serves up tasty snacks – pizzas, sandwiches, antipasti plates – and of course,…

  • Café Solé

    Key West

    Conch carpaccio with capers? Lobster bouillabaise? Yes indeed. This locally and critically acclaimed venue is known for its cozy back-porch ambience and…

  • Lakehouse

    New Hampshire

    At the Inn at Church Landing, this classy restaurant is part of the statewide 'Common Man' family of restaurants. The wide-ranging menu focuses on seafood…

  • Wrigley Taproom & Eatery

    Kentucky

    Burgers, smoked salmon tacos, fried brussels sprouts and other refined pub dishes hit the rustic wood tables, with many ingredients coming from the chef's…

  • Keke’s Breakfast Cafe

    Orlando

    Orlando go-to spot for great breakfasts, including stuffed French toast, eggs Benedict and banana-nut pancakes. Other Orlando locations include one in…

  • Cahawba House

    Alabama

    This conveniently located downtown restaurant raises the bar on the Southern meat-and-three model, serving excellent meatloaf, barbecue chicken and…

  • Havana's Cafe

    Orlando

    This simple and friendly mom-and-pop spot in a suburban mall is a breath of fresh air among the ubiquitous chains, resort dining and high-octane Disney…

  • Pitango Gelato

    Washington, DC

    The DC mini-chain scoops terrific all-natural gelato, but the sorbet is the standout. Fruity flavors made from Haitian mangoes, white grapefruits and Bosc…

  • Local Yolk

    South Shore

    The name says it all. Everything on the menu is made from scratch using the freshest local ingredients. Look for amazing breakfast sandwiches, sweet and…

  • For Crêpe Sake

    Michigan

    This cute little exposed-brick cafe offers a long list of crêpes plumped with sweet fillings (pecans and maple syrup, bananas and Nutella) or savory ones …

  • Sperry's

    The Adirondacks

    When you see the green and white awning of Sperry's you might feel like you're traveling back in time, but don't let the pleasantly dated decor fool you:…

  • Lots of Lox

    Miami

    In a city with no shortage of delis, especially in mid–Miami Beach, who would have thought some of the best chopped liver on rye could be found in this…

  • Primanti Bros

    Pittsburgh

    The original location serves up the signature sandwiches Pittsburghers miss when they move away: hot, greasy delights stuffed with grilled meat, french…

  • Graffiti Junktion American Burger Bar

    Orlando

    This little neon, happenin' hangout, with courtyard dining and regular drink specials, is all about massive burgers with attitude. Go with a Brotherly…

  • Dizengoff

    Philadelphia

    Modeled after a Tel Aviv snack spot, this compact cafe serves ultra-creamy hummus and pickles at communal tables. If you're hungry or fancy a takeout, pre…

  • Balise

    New Orleans

    Peeling plaster and brick accents ensconce a warm, wooden interior where decadent, yet classically inspired, Southern cuisine rules the roost – try the…

  • Home Grown GA

    Atlanta

    Southern favorites stick to your ribs after they're delivered across a bare counter at this friendly spot. Munch on chili-cheese slaw dogs or fried…

  • Bevi Seafood Co.

    New Orleans

    Inside, Bevi's has less atmosphere than the moon, but if you don't mind the bare walls and cafeteria seating, there's excellent local seafood to be had,…

  • Ken's Ramen

    Providence

    You'll need to wait for a bench at the counter or a small table at this always pumping, forever slurping, hipster take on a Japanese noodle bar, where…

  • Foxfire Grille

    West Virginia

    Pop into the lively bar for a post-run beer and the Buffalo Chicken Dip, or settle in by the big windows to watch the sunset while digging into hearty…

  • Sidewalk Cafe

    Richmond

    A much-loved local haunt, Sidewalk Cafe feels like a dive bar (year-round Christmas lights, wood-paneled walls, kitschy artwork), but the food is first…

  • Marion's Pie Shop

    Cape Cod

    It's all about pie here, both sweet (wild blueberry, lemon meringue, strawberry peach, all made with fresh fruit) and savory (chicken, beef steak, clam)…

  • Oasis

    Chicago

    Walk past diamonds, gold and other bling in a small jewelers mall before striking it rich in this cafe at the back. Creamy hummus, crisp falafel and other…

  • Casey Jones

    Maryland

    There are lots of restaurants in America that try to come off as high-end gastropubs, and they should all be more like Casey Jones. There's an excellent…

  • Grey Ghost

    Detroit

    A sleek, industrial vibe marks this Detroit hot spot. The menu is all modern as well, with creative sides like cauliflower and spaetzel or brussels…

  • Snack Taverna

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    So much more than your usual Greek restaurant, Snack Taverna eschews gyros for a seasonal selection of scrumptious small plates to accompany the flavorful…

  • La Segunda Bakery

    Tampa

    At 15th Ave and 15th St, just outside Ybor's main drag, this authentic Spanish bakery cranks out delicious breads and pastries, rich Cuban coffee and…

  • Rebecca's

    Rhode Island

    This snack stand serves burgers, chowder, grilled-cheese sandwiches, deep-fried clams, fish, scallops and more to hungry tourists seated at picnic tables…

  • St Clair's Annex

    Rhode Island

    This ice-cream shop has been run by the same family since 1887, and features several dozen flavors of homemade ice cream. On top of traditional light…

  • Woodman's of Essex

    Massachusetts

    This roadhouse is the most famous spot in the area to come for clams, any way you like them. The specialty is Chubby's original fried clams and crispy…

  • Sage Lebanese Cuisine

    Alabama

    Sage is a bit unexpected and absolutely appreciated in Fairhope. It's popular with locals, who pack in for mankouche (a sort of Levantine pizza with pita…

  • Charleston Grill

    Charleston

    Fine dining, with dishes inspired by Southern and French cooking, along with live jazz. This is one of the city's most elegant restaurants. The foie gras…

  • ZaZa's Cucina

    Finger Lakes

    ZaZa's is the epitome of unimpressive curb appeal that majorly understates what's inside. This cavernous restaurant is ornately decorated and serves…

  • Via Napoli

    Walt Disney World

    It's more tasteful than your standard clichéd Giussepe-style pizza joint. Here, you sit at massive communal tables and the air is steamy with the aroma of…

  • Clam Box

    Massachusetts

    You can't miss this classic clam shack, just north of Ipswich center. Built in 1938, it actually looks like a clam box, spruced up with striped awnings…

  • Graze

    Wisconsin

    Set in a glassy building with floor-to-ceiling windows and Capitol views, this cool-cat gastropub dishes up comfort foods such as fried chicken and…

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