Must-see restaurants in The USA

  • Free State Brewing

    Kansas

    One of many good places on Massachusetts St downtown, this is the first brewery in Kansas since temperance campaigner Carrie Nation got one closed in 1880…

  • Aqui Es

    Pennsylvania

    If you're from Texas, Arizona or California (or hey, Mexico) and sneering at Mexican food in Pennsylvania, get over it. This hole in the wall serves…

  • Helmand

    Baltimore

    The Helmand is a longtime favorite for its kaddo borawni (pumpkin in yogurt-garlic sauce), vegetable platters and flavorful beef-and-lamb meatballs,…

  • Bakery Nouveau

    Seattle

    No discussion of Seattle’s best bakery omits Bakery Nouveau. The crumbly, craggy almond and chocolate croissants are as good as they get this side of the…

  • Island Snow Hawaii

    Kailua

    Cool off with a Lanikai Lime or Banzai Banana shave ice at Island Snow, which serves up some of the best shave ice on Oʻahu; it's creamier than most. A…

  • Blackfish Cafe

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Blackfish Cafe specializes in cutting-edge cuisine highlighting fresh seafood and local, seasonal vegetables. Chef Rob Pounding is an accomplished master…

  • Restaurant at the Plains

    Wyoming

    Arguably Cheyenne's finest, the restaurant at the Historic Plains Hotel serves up some outstanding dinner dishes, such as crab-stuffed salmon or bourbon…

  • Holuakoa Gardens & Café

    Kona Coast

    The storefront cafe serves 100% Kona coffee, baked goods and sandwiches. Out back, an organic, slow-food restaurant dishes up a sophisticated yet casual…

  • Stanton’s City Bites

    Houston

    In a town where the competition for best burger is tough, Stanton's is always on the A-list, with big, stacked juicy burgers. The chipotle option has…

  • Tari's

    West Virginia

    Tari's is a very Berkeley Springs sort of spot, with fresh local food and good vegetarian options served in a laid-back atmosphere with all the right…

  • Suisan Fish Market

    Hilo

    For a mouth-watering variety of freshly made poke (sold by the pound), Suisan is a must. Buy a takeout bowl of poke with rice and chow down outside the…

  • CHeU Fishtown

    Philadelphia

    Asian buns, dumplings and noodles with a Jewish mama's twist (smoked matzo balls and brisket in the ramen, for example) have made CHeU a hit. The fusion…

  • Grey Plume

    Nebraska

    West of downtown in Midtown, chef Clayton Chapman has challenged perceptions of Great Plains cuisine with his fiercely local and seasonal dishes. Winners:…

  • Butterjoint

    Pittsburgh

    Excellent meats and fish here, with a farm-to-table mindset and a menu that changes daily. If it's available, try the stinging-nettle soup – partly…

  • Eleven Eleven Mississippi

    St Louis

    This popular bistro and wine bar fills an old shoe factory. Dinner mains have a Tuscan flair and farm-to-table vibe. Other options on the seasonal menu…

  • Doo-Dah Diner

    Kansas

    The model for diners everywhere. This bustling local downtown fave has fabulous chow, including corned-beef hash, banana-bread French toast and eggs…

  • Adriana's

    St Louis

    Redolent of herbs, this family-owned Italian deli serves up fresh salads and sandwiches (get the meaty Hill Boy) to ravenous lunching crowds. The thin…

  • Gaulart & Maliclet

    Charleston

    Ooh la la. Locals crowd around the shared tables at this tiny spot, known as 'Fast & French,' to nibble on Gallic cheeses and sausages, fondues or nightly…

  • Blue Moose

    Pennsylvania

    Dine right at the Blue Moose, where delicious entrees like baked Brie, spinach and garlic ravioli and short rib are served as parts of a prix-fixe menu…

  • SeaQuake Brewing

    North Coast & Redwoods

    Easily the most happening place in town thanks to its inventive pizzas, creative salads and appealing barn-like atmosphere. Oh, and did we mention the 12…

  • Broadway Oyster Bar

    St Louis

    Part bar, part live-music venue, but all restaurant, this joint jumps year-round. When the sun shines, people flock outside where they suck down crawfish…

  • Kailua Town Farmers’ Market

    Kailua

    An excellent addition to the local farmers-markets lineup, this one lasts all morning. Wake up with local coffee and browse fresh foods, prepared foods,…

  • Bombay House

    Wasatch Mountains

    One of Utah's top Indian restaurants, this busy locals' favorite excels in classics like lamb biryani, tandoori dishes and more than a dozen vegetarian…

  • Shaved Duck

    St Louis

    A South Grand stalwart, the Shaved Duck fires up its grills early in the day and turns out excellent BBQ, such as the signature smoked duck. Options…

  • Crown Candy Kitchen

    St Louis

    An authentic family-run soda fountain that's been making families smile since 1913. Malts (hot fudge, yum!) come with spoons, the floats, well, float, and…

  • Zingerman's Delicatessen

    Michigan

    The shop that launched the area's foodie frenzy, Zingerman's piles local, organic and specialty ingredients onto towering sandwiches in a sprawling…

  • Kuba Kuba

    Richmond

    Kuba Kuba feels like a bodega straight out of Old Havana, with mouthwatering roast pork dishes, Spanish-style omelets and panini offered at rock-bottom…

  • Betty Rae's Ice Cream

    Kansas City

    The best ice cream in the Great Plains? Could be. Choose from 25 flavors of sensationally creamy ice cream, including the remarkable lavender honey. After…

  • Dong Phuong Oriental Bakery

    New Orleans

    Come here for the best banh mi (Vietnamese bread rolls of sliced pork, cucumber, cilantro; locally called a ‘Vietnamese po’boy’) around, fantastic pho and…

  • Hudson Food Studio

    Hudson Valley

    With its menu of noodles, including hearty bowls of ramen and pho, braised Chinese eggplant, Kurobuta pork and Vietnamese-style salads, there's a strong…

  • The Cookery

    Seward

    Seward's best restaurant serves excellent land-based cuisine, but local seafood is where it really shines. Start off with local oysters and bubbly, and…

  • Prerogative Kitchen

    Montana

    This cool little spot uses farm-fresh local produce to create unusual dishes such as risotto sliders or a small but perfectly formed menu of steak or…

  • Payne's Bar-B-Q

    Memphis

    It may be a contentious statement, but here goes: this converted gas station has the best chopped-pork sandwich in town.

  • Mesa Farm Market

    Southwestern Utah

    Stop in Caineville at Mesa Farm Market for straight-from-the-garden organic salads, juices, award-winning aged goat's cheese and freshly baked artisan…

  • Indigo Bridge

    Nebraska

    This fine Haymarket cafe in a fantastic bookstore serves excellent coffee, snacks and sandwiches throughout the day. Best of all, 100% of all coffee…

  • Arthur Bryant's

    Kansas City

    Not far from the Jazz District (18th and Vine Sts), this famous institution serves up piles of superb BBQ. The sauce is silky and fiery, the staff…

  • MB Haskett Delicatessen

    South Dakota

    Michael Haskett's retro cafe serves brilliant food throughout the day, from breakfast through dinner. The ever-changing menu draws inspiration from the…

  • P Is for Pie

    Orlando

    Clean-lined with an artisan twist to classic pies (as in sweet tarts with a biscuit base), offering mini and specialty options. Flavors include a sublime…

  • Community Table

    Connecticut

    The name of this Scandinavian-inspired restaurant comes from the 300-year-old black-walnut table, where you can sit down to Sunday brunch. The modern…

  • Nic's Grill

    Oklahoma

    The hamburgers at this outlet are lauded nationwide. The limited hours mean that crowds form to get a chance at one of the juicy masterpieces. Be sure to…

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