Must-see restaurants in The USA

  • Speedy Romeo

    New York City

    A modern Italian joint named for the co-owner's champion racehorse, Speedy Romeo's biggest draw is its wood-fired, neo-Neapolitan pizzas, which range from…

  • El Nido

    Santa Fe

    Helmed by chef Enrique Guerrero, the culinary action at this beautiful old steakhouse revolves around the open flame, with a wood-burning grill,…

  • Salt

    Boulder

    While farm-to-table is ubiquitous in Boulder, this is one spot that delivers and surpasses expectations. The handmade fettuccine with snap peas, radicchio…

  • Band of Bohemia

    Chicago

    Band of Bohemia is the first brewpub to earn a Michelin star. You can see what's cooking in the open kitchen: maybe roasted hen with woodsy vegetables, or…

  • Bánh Mì Saigon Bakery

    SoHo & Chinatown

    This no-frills storefront doles out some of the best banh mi in town – crisp, toasted baguettes generously stuffed with hot peppers, pickled carrots,…

  • OK Omens

    Portland

    OK Omens is a hit, not least for its epic wine list and menu of adventurous shareable dishes. Crowd favorites include a spicy Caesar-style salad with…

  • Macchialina

    South Beach

    This buzzing Italian trattoria has all the right ingredients for a terrific night out; namely great service and beautifully turned-out cooking, served in…

  • Lula Cafe

    Chicago

    Funky, arty Lula led the way for Logan Square’s dining scene, and appreciative neighborhood folks still crowd in for the seasonal, locally sourced menu…

  • Zuni Cafe

    The Haight & Hayes Valley

    Gimmickry is for amateurs – Zuni has been turning basic menu staples into gourmet go-tos since 1979. Reservations and fat wallets are key for oyster-and…

  • BO's Fish Wagon

    Key West

    Looking like a battered old fishing boat that smashed onto the shore, BO's is awash with faded buoys, lifesavers and rusting license plates strung from…

  • Fleet Landing

    Charleston

    Come here for the perfect Charleston lunch: a river view, a cup of she-crab soup with a splash of sherry, and a big bowl of shrimp and grits. Housed in a…

  • jm Curley

    Boston

    This dim, inviting bar is a perfect place to settle in for a Dark & Stormy on a dark and stormy night. The fare is bar food like you've never had before:…

  • Majestic Yosemite Dining Room

    Yosemite National Park

    The formal ambience (mind your manners!) may not be for everybody, but few would not be awed by the sumptuous decor, soaring beamed ceiling and palatial…

  • Frida's Mexican Beach House

    Lahaina

    Not your cheap taco joint, Frida's (with plenty of imagery from its namesake Frida Kahlo) has a superb waterfront location, featuring a large open dining…

  • Tacodeli

    Austin

    Oh Tacodeli, how we love your handcrafted tacos – surely blessed with the smiles of angels. From the Tacoloco with its adobo-braised brisket to the Pollo…

  • Katalina's

    Ohio

    It seems all of Columbus gets in line at Katalina’s for breakfast. Tucked in a vintage gas station where you’re welcome to add to the graffitied walls and…

  • Small Cheval

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Maybe you've heard of Au Cheval, the foodie-adored West Loop joint with two-hour waits for its famed burgers, once crowned the nation's best by Bon…

  • Slim & Husky's Pizza Beeria

    Nashville

    Slim & Husky's is the real pizza deal, turning out impeccably toasted oblong pizzas made with fresh ingredients, creative sauces and a house-made cheese…

  • Pub Royale

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Loud and fun with brightly painted wood cutouts of Indian gods on the walls, Royale serves distinctive Anglo-Indian pub grub. Sit at a booth or one of the…

  • Roister

    Chicago

    Eat creations by molecular gastronomist Grant Achatz, the chef of three-Michelin-star Alinea, on the (relative) cheap at Roister. The restaurant cooks…

  • Domo Restaurant

    Denver

    'Japanese country food' doesn’t really capture the refinement of dishes at Domo, which sports the best garden dining in all of Colorado – kind of like…

  • Island Pub

    Juneau

    This local fave about which they rave is across the channel from Juneau proper. It's a relaxing, unhurried place with a wooden Wild West facade that…

  • Enoteca Roma

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Candlelit and cozy, family-run Enoteca Roma feels like an old country ristorante. Specialties include venison bolognese lasagna, polenta served piping-hot…

  • Little Cupcake Bakeshop

    SoHo & Chinatown

    Famed for its version of the Brooklyn blackout cake, regularly called the best chocolate cake in the USA, this prim little bakeshop has plenty of other…

  • Lucky Belly

    Honolulu

    Sleek bistro tables are packed elbows-to-shoulders at this arts-district noodle bar, which crafts hot and spicy Asian-fusion bites, knockout artisanal…

  • Woodshed Smokehouse

    Fort Worth

    In this hugely successful Trinity River joint, Texas celebrity chef Tim Love serves up gourmet barbecue and more besides, including deep dark bowls of…

  • Gurkhas

    Boulder

    Gurkhas serves up authentic home-style Indian fare, some of the best in town. Think buttered and honeyed naan, creamy tikka masala, tender, fresh coconut…

  • Snooze

    Denver

    This retro-styled cheery spot is one of the hottest post-party breakfast-and-brunch joints in town. It dishes up spectacularly crafted breakfast burritos…

  • Starbelly

    San Francisco

    All the laid-back charm and sun-drenched flavors you'd expect from California, at totally chill prices. The Castro farmer's market is right across the…

  • Decca

    Louisville

    A beautiful space with a cork-and-wood floor, fountain-strewn patio and gorgeous Laguiole cutlery opened by a chef from San Francisco (albeit a Southerner…

  • Nine One Five

    Key West

    Classy Nine One Five certainly stands out from the nearby Duval detritus of alcoholic aggression and tribal-band tattoos. Ignore all that and enter this…

  • Victoria & Albert’s

    Walt Disney World

    Indulge yourself in the earthy, cream-colored, Victorian-inspired decor at this elegant restaurant, the crème de la crème of Orlando's dining scene and…

  • Café Degas

    New Orleans

    A pecan tree thrusts through the floor and ceiling of the enclosed deck that serves as Café Degas’ congenial dining room. A rustic, romantic little spot,…

  • The Cove

    San Antonio

    This enormous, weird, and very wonderful place is not just a restaurant and bar – it’s also a laundromat and car wash. Casual things may be, with no table…

  • Grass Roots Cafe

    Boston

    Here is a surprising hole-in-the-wall Korean gem, where two brothers serve up traditional deliciousness from their ancestral homeland. Favorites include…

  • Kitchen

    Boulder

    The pioneer of farm-to-table cuisine in Boulder, Kitchen features clean lines, stacks of crusty bread and a daily menu. Super-fresh ingredients are…

  • Haven

    Tampa

    In 2015 this ambitious Mediterranean venture opened under the same ownership as its famous neighbor, Bern's Steak House, with a new small-plates and…

  • Via 313

    Austin

    What? Why is my pizza a square? Because it's Detroit-style, baby, meaning it's cooked in a square pan, plus there's caramelized cheese on the crust and…

  • Sabaku Sushi

    Moab

    The ocean is about a million miles away, but with overnight delivery from Hawaii, you still get a creative selection of fresh rolls, catches of the day…

  • Mijita's

    San Juan Islands

    It's difficult to go wrong in this creative, indoor-outdoor restaurant with its rustic Mexican furnishings and fairy light–illuminated garden. The Mexican…

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