Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Johnny Rockets

    Orlando

    Located in the Pointe Orlando on International Dr, this is straight out of Happy Days, with red vinyl seating, lots of chrome and flip-style jukeboxes on…

  • Thill's Fish House

    Upper Peninsula

    Buy fresh-caught trout or whitefish in various forms (smoked, pickled, sausage) right on the dock. Thill's is Marquette's last commercial fishing…

  • Martin's Restaurant

    Alabama

    Located in a shopping plaza, this is a stalwart spot for the Southern meat-and-three: a main and a couple of side dishes. The fried chicken is legendary;…

  • Mickey's Diner

    Minnesota

    Mickey's is a downtown classic, the kind of place where the friendly waitress calls you 'honey' and satisfied regulars line the bar with their coffee cups…

  • Luna Maya

    Virginia

    Friendly service and awesome burritos set this hip place apart from the competition on busy Colley Ave. Not to mention the tasty margaritas and an…

  • Mayflower Cafe

    Mississippi

    It looks like just another downtown dive, but it's a damn fine seafood house. Locals swear by the broiled redfish and the Greek salad, which becomes a…

  • Pancake Pantry

    Nashville

    For 50-plus years, crowds have been lining up around the block for tall stacks of pancakes done up every which way at this iconic breakfast joint. A bit…

  • Coca Cafe

    Pittsburgh

    Near Arsenal Park, this creative spot offers fresh breakfasts (eggplant Benedict, say) that are a big draw here, but this two-room cafe is pleasant any…

  • Midway Pizza

    New Orleans

    The King Creole pizza at this deep-dish pizza joint is topped with Creole fredo sauce and and Gulf shrimp marinated in garlic. Their tasty pies, split…

  • Uptown Cafe

    Indiana

    A Bloomington classic. The Uptown Cafe offers Cajun/Creole–inspired American fare alongside Italian and other Mediterranean specialties right on Kirkwood…

  • Loretta

    Massachusetts

    With memorabilia on the walls and ribs and burgers on the menu, Loretta specializes in all-American goodness. This classic restaurant is a longtime…

  • Sunup Bakery

    Vermont

    Skiers flock here at the crack of dawn for freshly baked muffins, sticky buns and bagels, breakfast sandwiches, New England–roasted coffees, soy lattes,…

  • La Choza Burritos

    Martha's Vineyard

    Bumper bespoke burritos are the order of the day at this corner spot on Main St, not far from the ferry terminal. The signs step you through the process,…

  • The Post

    Louisville

    In gentrified Germantown, New York–style pizza by the slice, sub sandwiches and great spaces (sunny patio out the front, comfy bar in the back with 16…

  • Amsterdam Cafe

    Alabama

    One of Auburn's more innovative restaurants, Amsterdam doles out salmon salads, turkey wraps, risotto and scallops and fried chicken. There's also a long…

  • Marrakesh

    Philadelphia

    The authentic Moroccan cuisines feast here comprises two appetizers, three main course dishes and two desserts. Plush, patterned carpets, cushions and low…

  • Thai Place

    Massachusetts

    Here you’ll find real-deal home-style Thai fare with solid options for vegetarians and carnivores alike. Don’t be misled by the wallet-friendly prices –…

  • Sugar Bakeshop

    Charleston

    The staff are as sweet as the cupcakes at Sugar, a teensy space north of downtown Charleston. Try to visit on a Thursday, when the Lady Baltimore cupcakes…

  • Slows Bar BQ

    Detroit

    Mmm, slow-cooked Southern-style barbecue in Corktown. Carnivores can carve into the three-meat combo plate (brisket, pulled pork and chicken). Vegetarians…

  • Optimist Hall

    Charlotte

    This sprawling new food hall and retail space, in a former textile mill, is set to revitalize the neighborhood of Optimist Park. Look for beloved local…

  • Inaho

    Cape Cod

    Beloved of locals, this serene year-round restaurant has an impeccable pedigree for putting seafood to great use. Sushi and sashimi are fresh and delicate…

  • Purple People Eatery

    Miami

    First-rate food truck with a strong following for its beer battered mahi-mahi, herb-crusted broccoli mac 'n' cheese and gourmet bison burgers (try one…

  • George's Coney Island

    Massachusetts

    A giant neon fist grips a wiener dripping yellow neon mustard in the six-story sign outside this 1918 Worcester institution. Inside, eat dogs in a…

  • Virgilio's Italian Bakery

    Massachusetts

    Primarily a takeout joint, Virgilio's has excellent sandwiches and other Italian treats. Try the famous St Joseph sandwich – like an Italian sub on a…

  • Skycrest Restaurant

    Arkansas

    Floor-to-ceiling windows offer grand views at Mt Magazine State Park's on-site restaurant, which serves Southern food in hickory wood–accented…

  • Treats

    Midcoast Maine

    With a well-edited selection of fancy cheeses and a bakery overflowing with gorgeously browned baguettes and homemade fruit tarts, this little food store…

  • Pemaquid Seafood

    Midcoast Maine

    Once a lobsterman co-op, this quintessentially midcoast seafood spot serves up the sea's fresh bounty and good views of the water. Order some fried clams,…

  • Koreana

    Philadelphia

    Satisfying students and others interested in good, inexpensive Korean fare; enter from the parking lot in the back of the shopping plaza. The chicken…

  • Last Chance Cheese Antiques Cafe

    Catskills

    A fixture on Main St since 1970, this is part roadhouse with live bands, part candy store and cheese shop, and part restaurant, serving hearty meals. Many…

  • Bailey's Bubble

    New Hampshire

    This old-time fave has scooped ice cream for generations of families, and is still the most popular gathering spot in the summer. There are more than 20…

  • Jerusalem Garden

    Michigan

    The hummus, falafel, lentil soup, chicken shawarma and other Middle Eastern favorites have stood the test of time at Jerusalem Garden, an unassuming,…

  • Zuppardi's Apizza

    New Haven

    In the quieter neighborhood of West Haven, Zuppardi's is a great alternative to the New Haven pizza mob, if you're looking for somewhere without the…

  • Big Mountain Deli & Creperie

    The Adirondacks

    Stop by this small family-run place to fuel up in the morning or to pack a picnic lunch. Choose from filling and healthy oatmeal and veggie breakfast…

  • Nile Cafe

    Philadelphia

    Serving what it likes to call 'vegan soul food', this no-frills cafe offers tasty faux-meat dishes such as jerk chicken legs and barbecue chicken, as well…

  • White Bowl

    Cajun Country

    Delicious Vietnamese food served in a simple space makes for a nice splash of diversity in the local dining scene. Delicious bowls of pho, stir-fries and…

  • Federal Donuts

    Philadelphia

    The University City branch of this popular Philly doughnut chain. All fried, all day: in the morning, the menu is cake doughnuts and quality coffee. After…

  • Hamido

    Michigan

    With its pink exterior and odd, slanted roof, Hamido certainly stands out. It does a big business in hummus, chicken shawarma and other Middle Eastern…

  • Port Hunter

    Martha's Vineyard

    Set in a high-ceiling building with an industrial vibe that harkens back to Edgartown's past as a busy harbor, Port Hunter has a diverse menu of high-end…

  • Pizza Lucé Uptown

    Minneapolis

    Excellent pizzas as well as pasta dishes and sandwiches served in a casual neighborhood setting. The menu includes several vegetarian and vegan options,…

  • Lobster Roll

    Long Island

    'Lunch' is the sign to look for on the roadside west of Montauk, marking this clam-and-lobster shack that has been in operation since 1965. It's now…

    • placement: fullWidth
    • path: Destinations/POIs/superzone
    • possible size: [970, 250], [970, 90], [728, 90], [300, 250], [320, 50], [1, 1],
    • targeting:
      {
        "position": "superzone"
      }