Must-see restaurants in Eastern USA

  • Riverview Café

    Boston

    The cafeteria at the Museum of Science is set up like a food court, with a variety of food stations serving Tex-Mex, salads, pasta, pizza and coffee. Most…

  • Optimist Cafe

    Cape Cod

    Set in an old sea captain's home painted a cheery yellow, this laid-back cafe offers breakfast fare of the waffles-and-eggs variety until closing…

  • Lobster Shack

    Midcoast Maine

    This spot truly lives up to its name: it's a shack and it serves lobster rolls (and hot dogs, clam chowder, pulled pork and a few other goodies)…

  • Gritty McDuff's Brew Pub

    Midcoast Maine

    Kids getting cranky and momma needs a beer? Let the young ones run wild on the back lawn while you sip an IPA and savor a cheeseburger on the deck. This…

  • Waterfront

    Midcoast Maine

    Perched smack on the water and open year-round, this long-standing harborfront restaurant specializes in seafood with a twist. Local crab and artichoke…

  • Eveready Diner

    Hudson Valley

    It's difficult to resist turning off the highway to visit this giant sparkling chrome diner. There's been a diner here since the 1950s, and even though…

  • Glam Doll Donuts

    Minneapolis

    These tattooed ladies with bright-hued hair make seriously badass doughnuts (including many vegan ones) in their punk pink shop in the heart of 'Eat…

  • Broad Arrow Tavern

    Midcoast Maine

    In the Harraseeket Inn, this rustic, wood-floored charmer has a good selection of microbrews and high-end bistro fare, including steamed clams, surf 'n'…

  • Millstone BBQ

    Ohio

    The Southern-style barbecue here isn’t going to change your life, but it’s good enough to satisfy hungry carnivores. Neon beer signs glow on the walls,…

  • Village Farmer Bakery

    New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania

    You can get a cheap-as-chips hot dog here, plus there's barbecue on the weekends and creek-side seating to boot. Yet with all that said, it's the pies…

  • Prosser's BBQ

    South Carolina

    It's weird to come to Murrells Inlet's 'restaurant row' and not spring for seafood, but who are we to judge? The gut-busting lunch buffet here is down…

  • Superior Pho

    Cleveland

    The name doesn't lie – it's the best pho in town, where Cleveland foodies go to get their fix. It's nothing fancy, just a couple of plain rooms filled…

  • Biscuits

    Martha's Vineyard

    If you're wondering what Biscuits specializes in, you needn't look further than its name. This Southern-inspired breakfast and lunch spot is a favorite…

  • Lulu’s Sweet Shoppe

    Boston

    If you ever wondered exactly what constitutes a 'shoppe' with a double-p-e, this is it. Come to Lulu's for old-fashioned, high-end sweet treats like fancy…

  • Boynton-McKay Food Co

    Midcoast Maine

    Watch the world go by while you sip coffee and dig into a skillet breakfast of eggs, chorizo and Monterey Jack cheese. In a former apothecary shop in…

  • No Mas! Cantina

    Atlanta

    Though the design overkill feels a bit like dining inside a hungover piñata, this festive Downtown Castleberry Hill cantina is popular. Despite its quiet…

  • Side by Side

    Alabama

    The Side by Side is one of those locally sourced places that wears its rustic pride on a contemporary sleeve; the interior is brightly lit and airy, a…

  • Bonsignour

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Nestled on a quiet Village street, this shop offers dozens of delicious sandwich choices as well as salads, panini, empanadas and desserts. Get a roasted…

  • Shu Shop

    Birmingham

    An inky interior and red highlights set the scene at this ramen shop, where you can find noodles, Japanese beer, sake and plenty of punk rock. The ramen's…

  • Savona's Trattoria

    Hudson Valley

    This trattoria near the water in Kingston's Rondout district offers up old-world charm and classic Italian dishes with just a dash of modernity. All of…

  • Anchor Bar

    Buffalo

    The story goes that Buffalo wings (deep-fried chicken wings in a spicy sauce) were invented here in 1964, although the restaurant has since changed…

  • Village Hearth Artisan Bakery

    Rhode Island

    This low-slung yellow shack is situated a block north of the Jamestown village center. It houses a community bakery and, on Saturdays and Sundays only, a…

  • Menemsha Deli

    Martha's Vineyard

    This small cafe opened in 2018 and has been a welcome addition to Menemsha's otherwise limited restaurant scene. It specializes in hearty sandwiches and…

  • Dancing Cat Saloon

    Catskills

    Next to the Catskill Distilling Company is this separate restaurant/saloon where the menu plays up to local music-festival lore, with dishes such as the…

  • Green

    Nantucket

    Gluten-free baked goods, organic smoothies, veggie wraps and damn good coffee can all be found at this cute cafe in the center of the island. It is most…

  • Curbside Kitchen

    Upper Peninsula

    It's tough to beat the broasted chicken, bacon cheeseburgers and hand-cut French fries that this food trailer rustles up. A couple of tables outside offer…

  • Ravenite

    Alabama

    Beyond serving nice pizza – we're partial to the shrimp and pesto – the Ravenite is both a family-friendly joint if you have kids in tow, and later at…

  • Todd Jurich's Bistro

    Virginia

    Locals know it as TJs, and head here on special occasions to enjoy tasty Italian-inspired dishes. The wine list is seriously good, featuring pinot noirs…

  • Cotton Alley

    Mississippi

    This cute whitewashed dining room is chockablock with knickknacks and artistic touches. The menu borrows from local tastes – think grilled chicken…

  • Sunda

    Chicago

    Scenesters and the occasional celebrity glam it up while swirling specialty cocktails and forking into pan-Asian dishes and sushi, set against a backdrop…

  • Pickle Jar Kitchen

    Cape Cod

    Hearty, healthy comfort food, prepared with seasonal ingredients and lots of love. Look for satisfying hash for breakfast, lovingly prepared sandwiches,…

  • Espresso Love

    Martha's Vineyard

    This year-round cafe serves the richest cup o' joe in town, sweet cinnamon rolls and good sandwiches, like curried chicken with walnuts and currants. The…

  • Joy Yee's Noodle Shop

    Chicago

    Folks line up for bubble teas packed with fresh fruit at this brightly colored, hip cafe in Chinatown Square. Do yourself a favor, though, and save one of…

  • Mr Greek Gyros

    Chicago

    ‘The Mr’ is a classic gyros joint. While the fluorescent lighting and plastic decor may lack charm, the gyros have a beauty of their own. Carnivores: this…

  • Rosie's Mexican Cantina

    Alabama

    There aren't a ton of surprises with Rosie's menu or ambience – it's a big, family-friendly Mexican place, and while the food may be familiar (enchiladas,…

  • Cantina Loco

    Buffalo

    Hip and always packed, this Allentown restaurant with a backyard patio serves up tacos, burritos and quesadillas. Some come with a twist such as the…

  • Aldo's Bakery & Homemade Ice Cream

    Rhode Island

    Family-friendly Aldo's has been serving homemade ice cream and pastries, including delicious Portuguese sweetbread, to Block Island tourists for over 40…

  • Causeway Restaurant

    Massachusetts

    Gloucester's favorite seafood shack is about a mile west of town, on the mainland. It's a convivial, crowded place serving irresistible clam chowder,…

  • Jackson Harbor Soup

    Wisconsin

    Handy soup and sandwich joint, strategically placed near the Rock Island ferry landing to catch hungry hikers on their way off the island. As the name…

  • Sissy's Cafe

    Hudson Valley

    There's a good mix of raw green juice, veggie wraps and classic meat-heavy sandwiches at Sissy's Cafe. Many of the ingredients come from local sources and…

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