Must-see restaurants in The USA

  • Hazelnut Kitchen

    Finger Lakes

    The chefs at this cozy place, 11 miles northwest of Ithaca, source quality produce from local farmers to create dishes that have made this arguably the…

  • River Tavern

    Connecticut

    This popular wood-accented bistro with a bar and dining-room menu dishes up impeccable food with a variety of inflections. The menu changes, but if it’s…

  • Meddlesome Moth

    Dallas

    Small groups of friends flock to this buzzing Design District gastropub, 2 miles northwest of downtown, to linger over Belgian-style mussels, shrimp and…

  • Pearl Cafe

    Montana

    Our pick as Missoula's culinary superstar, Pearl Cafe does French country cooking with a western-US twist – try the walnut and herb prawns, the grilled…

  • Buckhorn Saloon

    New Mexico

    Once part opera house, this venerable saloon is Silver City's most atmospheric dining option, offering serious steaks and seafood amid 1860s Wild West…

  • Bos Taurus

    Bend

    Like a museum of the finest beef, Bos Taurus is a must-splurge for meat lovers. The chefs here picked their cattle ranches via blind taste test and…

  • Brewster Fish House

    Cape Cod

    It's not an eye-catcher from the outside, but it's heaven inside for seafood lovers. Start with the chunky lobster bisque. From there it's safe to cast…

  • Forage Bistro

    Idaho

    An airy little cafe with a fresh atmosphere serving wine, small plates and locally farmed meat and vegetables. Happy hour is 3pm to 5pm and often has…

  • Q39

    Kansas City

    This slick joint has fab service, great microbrews and some of the best meats to come off a grill in the region. The spare ribs are the best we've had and…

  • Stammtisch

    Portland

    Dig into serious German food – with a beer list to match – at this dark and cozy neighborhood pub. Don't miss the Maultaschen (a gorgeous pasta pocket…

  • UNL Dairy Store

    Nebraska

    Agriculture majors make the ice cream with milk from the university's own herd at this store on the East Campus. The results are amazingly creamy and come…

  • Golden Ox

    Kansas City

    In 1949, when this riverfront strip was the site of the KC stockyards, the Golden Ox served its first steak. Over the years it became a local legend for…

  • La Choza

    Santa Fe

    Blue-corn burritos, a festive interior and an extensive margarita list make La Choza a perennial (and colorful) favorite among Santa Fe's discerning…

  • Heim Barbecue

    Fort Worth

    The family behind this joint brings knowledge and passion to the cause of creating barbecue for a new age. Sausage, brisket (of course!), turkey, pulled…

  • Press 626 Wine Bar

    Virginia

    Embracing the Slow Food movement, this charming place in the Ghent district has a small but well-judged menu, with something to suit most tastes and…

  • Asylum Restaurant

    Arizona

    Deep-red walls, lazily twirling fans, gilded artwork and captivating views make the venerable dining room at the Jerome Grand Hotel one of the state's top…

  • Tamales by La Casita

    Denver

    La Casita serves up the best tamales in Denver, hands down. Two types are on deck: red chile and pork, and green chile and cheese (the latter is…

  • Fat Radish

    Wisconsin

    The Radish uses quality, sustainable ingredients in its deli wares. It's located by the docks and handy for amassing snacks to take on boat tours. At…

  • Gyppo Ale Mill

    North Coast & Redwoods

    Gyppo injects a jolt of youthful energy into this aging community, brewing a dozen of its own ales and showcasing them alongside local wines and ciders…

  • Epi-Ya Boulangerie & Patisserie

    Honolulu

    Grab a pair of tongs and fill up your platter with pastries, ham rolls and myriad other treats fresh from the oven (we bought a loaf of their superb…

  • Kokonuts Shave Ice & Snacks

    Oʻahu

    After a tough day at Hanauma Bay, do as former president Obama has done (attested to by photos of Obama modeling a Kokonuts Shave Ice T-shirt) and drop…

  • Esther's Kitchen

    Las Vegas

    Locals are justifiably mad for the housemade seasonal pasta and heritage sourdough at this little Arts District bistro. Everything is extremely delicious,…

  • Zodiac

    Dallas

    This classic downtown lunch spot, which has been tucked into Neiman Marcus for more than 50 years, evokes old-school Dallas. Attentive waiters bustle…

  • Boujie Biscuit

    Louisville

    Each dish has the chef’s signature biscuit as its base – a big, square, butter-brushed beauty – that’s then loaded with something comforting and delicious…

  • Sesuit Harbor Cafe

    Cape Cod

    This is the Cape Cod you won't find on the highway: an idyllic shack tucked into Sesuit Harbor serving freshly caught seafood at picnic tables smack on…

  • McConnell’s Fine Ice Creams

    Santa Barbara

    Just try walking past this place on State St if you have a sweet tooth. A Santa Barbara institution since 1949, McConnell's uses local milk and other…

  • Maguro Brothers

    Honolulu

    Buried in Kekaulike Market, you wind your way around vegetable and seafood vendors to this little stall in the back. Everything is spare and sparkling,…

  • Scales & Shells

    Newport

    Only opening for dinner and exclusively serving seafood has allowed this casual, often packed eatery to hone its skills. This is one of the best places in…

  • Wishing Well Shave Ice

    Hanalei

    It’s worth paying a few dollars extra at Hanalei’s finest shave-ice stand for their organic rather than their regular syrups; the liliko‘i (passion fruit)…

  • AllGood Café

    Dallas

    Self-styled as a 'Bohemian Bistro,' this funky street-corner Deep Ellum diner is a true home from home. Families and rocker types alike chow down on Tex…

  • Bluestem

    Kansas City

    Multiple-award-winning Bluestem has a casual elegance that extends from the bar to the dining room. Many stop into this Westport star just for a fine…

  • Restaurant BT

    Tampa

    Chef Trina Nguyan-Batley has combined her high-fashion background and Vietnamese upbringing to create this ultra-chic temple to sustainable, locavore…

  • Amy's Ice Creams

    Austin

    It's not just the ice cream we love; it's the toppings that get pounded and blended in, violently but lovingly, by the staff wielding a metal scoop in…

  • Enoteca

    Idaho

    By the people who once presided over Ketchum Grill, Enoteca combines a classy, softly lit space with an enticing selection of large and small tapas-style…

  • Simply Soulful

    The CD, Madrona & Madison Park

    If you're hungry for something that will really fill your tank, head directly to this authentic family-owned Southern restaurant. The menu is full of…

  • Shooting Star Saloon

    Wasatch Mountains

    Open since 1879, tiny Shooting Star is Utah's oldest continuously operating saloon. Seek this place out: the cheeseburgers – and cheap beer – are…

  • Beartooth Café

    Montana

    A bright place for lunch sandwiches (such as a buffalo burger, a ‘funk burger’ or lighter portobello sandwich) served on the pleasant front deck, washed…

  • Cafe Julia

    Honolulu

    In the charming old YWCA Laniakea building opposite 'Iolani Palace, Cafe Julia is a gem. Named after Julia Morgan, one of America's first female…

  • Fire Sign Cafe

    Lake Tahoe

    For breakfast, everyone heads to the friendly Fire Sign for down-home omelets, blueberry pancakes, eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, fresh made-from…

  • Dang's Vietnamese Restaurant

    Louisiana

    Everything at this Vietnamese institution is great, but have a slurp of the pho and you may whisper a prayer to the kitchen gods for favoring you with a…

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