Must-see restaurants in The USA

  • La Fournette

    Chicago

    The chef hails from France's Alsace region and he fills his narrow, rustic-wood bakery with bright-hued macarons (purple passionfruit, green pistachio,…

  • True Loaf

    South Beach

    The best bakery in South Beach is True Loaf, a small space where you can pick up heavenly croissants, berry tarts and kouign amman (a Breton-style butter…

  • Faidley

    Baltimore

    Here's a fine example of a place that the press and the tourists 'discovered' long ago, yet whose brilliance hasn't been dimmed by the publicity. Faidley…

  • Di Fara Pizza

    New York City

    Operating since 1965 in the Midwood section of Brooklyn (south of Ditmas Park), this old-school slice joint has inspired adulation from countless food…

  • Roy's Waikiki

    Waikiki

    This contemporary incarnation of Roy Yamaguchi’s island-born chain is perfect for a flirty date or just celebrating the good life. The ground-breaking…

  • Leyla Fine Lebanese Cuisine

    Charleston

    A welcome respite from all the Lowcountry and fried food, this elegant Lebanese restaurant is a favorite with locals. You can't really go wrong, so you…

  • Cosme

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    Mexican gets haute at this slinky, charcoal-hued restaurant, with innovative takes on south-of-the-border flavors from co-chefs Enrique Olvera and Daniela…

  • Silver Dollar

    Louisville

    Gastronomically noncommittal – we'll call the cuisine California-inspired New Southern – but unrepentantly bourbon obsessed, the Silver Dollar will dazzle…

  • King of Noodles

    San Francisco

    It's no surprise that the late, great Anthony Bourdain once dropped by this casual dim sum and noodle establishment, where the menu features oddities like…

  • Jun-Men

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    This tiny, ultramodern ramen joint whips up delectably flavored noodle bowls in variants of pork shoulder, spicy miso or uni mushroom (with sea urchin)…

  • Salto Coffee Works

    Colorado

    This welcoming cafe, with roaring fires in winter and a stone patio in summer, adds some ambience to Ned. Skiers can start their day with egg sandwiches…

  • Maria’s Pastry

    Boston

    Three generations of women from the Merola family are now working to bring you Boston’s most authentic Italian pastries. Many claim that Maria makes the…

  • Veranda

    Waikiki

    For colonial atmosphere that harks back to early-20th-century tourist traditions, enjoy afternoon tea here. It comes complete with finger sandwiches,…

  • Stonefruit Espresso + Kitchen

    New York City

    Light, farm-to-table meals plus plenty of baked sweet treats are served in Stonefruit's earthy-organic space. Amplifying its back-to-nature charms is the…

  • Coda Bakery

    Albuquerque

    If you're driving east toward the Sandia Mountains and looking for easy picnic fare, swing south from Central Ave for tasty banh mi sandwiches and…

  • Boqueria Flatiron

    Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy

    A holy union between Spanish-style tapas and market-fresh fare, Boqueria woos the after-work crowd with a brilliant lineup of small plates and larger…

  • Abe Fisher

    Philadelphia

    Chef Yehuda Sichel's menu riffs on the foods of the Jewish diaspora, offering quirky, punchy takes on staples such as cholent (a beef stew) served as a…

  • Sage

    Las Vegas

    Chef Shawn McClain brings seasonal Midwestern farm-to-table cuisine to the Strip. The backlit mural over the bar almost steals the scene, but creative…

  • JeJu Noodle Bar

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    With classic ramen continuing to rampage across the world's tables, perhaps it's time to explore its variations – such as the Korean ramyun served at this…

  • Inga’s Galley

    Southeast Alaska

    From this (surprisingly charming) parking-lot shack comes Petersburg's most creative food. Inga’s Mitkof sandwich is seasoned and seared halibut topped…

  • Burdines Waterfront

    Florida Keys

    For a taste of old-school Marathon, head to this barnlike upper-story shack on the waterfront. It's a much-loved local haunt where you can take a seat…

  • Dim Sum Club

    San Francisco

    Who knew such authentic dim sum was hiding in a Russian Hill motel? Chinese grandmas, of course. Families gather in this friendly dining room around lazy…

  • Dozen Bakery

    Nashville

    Since opening in Wedgewood-Houston in 2015, this modern and airy bakery has earned some deservedly positive buzz. Owner Claire Meneely's passion for bread…

  • Le Bouchon

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    A Bucktown mainstay for over 25 years, this small bistro has a warm, French-cafe atmosphere where conversation buzzes over clinking wineglasses. The menu…

  • Stripsteak

    Las Vegas

    Esquire magazine once named chef Michael Mina's butter-poached, bone-in-top loin one of the USA's very best steaks. The chef's minimalist steakhouse…

  • Kimball Farm

    New Hampshire

    This dairy has achieved more than local fame for its sinfully creamy ice cream, which comes in 40 flavors and unbelievable portion sizes; it's the perfect…

  • Commonwealth

    The Mission, Dogpatch & Potrero Hill

    Wildly imaginative farm-to-table dining in a converted cinder-block Mission dive. Chef Jason Fox serves adventurous compositions like uni (sea urchin) and…

  • Schwa

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Chef Michael Carlson once worked at Lincoln Park's Alinea, which is apparent in his avant-garde, nine-course menu that redefines American comfort food via…

  • Beatrice & Woodsley

    Denver

    Beatrice & Woodsley is the most artfully designed dining room in Denver. Chainsaws are buried into the wall to support shelves, there’s an aspen growing…

  • Pizano's

    Chicago

    Congenial Pizano's gets lost amid Chicago's pizza places, which is a shame since it's one of the best and has an illustrious pedigree (founded by Rudy…

  • Nopalito

    San Francisco

    Head south of Golden Gate Park's border for upscale, sustainably sourced Cal-Mex, including succulent grass-fed beef empanadas, melt-in-your-mouth…

  • LOOK by Plant Love House

    New York City

    Snug and adorable, this Thai cafe serves incendiary noodle soups (num tok, enriched with pork blood, is a specialty), tangy som tum (spicy papaya salad)…

  • Mateo

    Boulder

    A casual dining hall with minimalist panache, an upscale but not fancy-pants crowd, and a damn fine kitchen specializing in French comfort cuisine – think…

  • Kenichi Pacific

    Kona Coast

    Ignore the mall setting and savor the beautifully presented Pacific Rim fusion cuisine, including tender miso black cod, Hawaiian ono (white-fleshed wahoo…

  • Mahina & Sun’s

    Waikiki

    Overlooking the stylish pool at the Surfjack Hotel, this open-air bistro has a well-imagined casual and comfortable menu of classics, such as burgers,…

  • Local Pizzaiolo

    Atlanta

    The first of four Atlanta locations for the fiercely traditional (and Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana–certified) Neapolitan pizza from four-time…

  • ATLA

    SoHo & Chinatown

    The Mexican dishes on ATLA's menu – enchiladas, quesadillas, tacos, chilaquiles – might sound like standard fare, but here they've been elevated to fine…

  • Craft & Social

    El Paso

    A welcome addition to El Paso, Craft & Social whips up high-end sandwiches (featuring ingredients such as oven-roasted chicken, Brie and roasted red…

  • Taquiza

    South Beach

    Taquiza has acquired a stellar reputation among Miami's street-food lovers. The takeout stand with a few outdoor tables serves delicious perfection in its…

  • Frankies 457 Spuntino

    New York City

    Frankies is a neighborhood magnet, attracting local couples, families and plenty of Manhattanites with hearty pasta dishes like cavatelli with hot sausage…

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