Must-see restaurants in The USA

  • Josephine Street Cafe

    San Antonio

    The neon signs in the window advertise 'steak' and 'whisky.' There's a tree growing up through the floor and out the ceiling of the dining room. And the…

  • Daddy D'z

    Atlanta

    A juke joint of a barbecue shack, consistently voted one of the top in town, with a central location. From the graffiti murals on the red, white and blue…

  • Lou Malnati's

    Chicago

    It’s a matter of dispute, but some say Malnati is the innovator of Chicago’s deep-dish pizza (Lou's father Rudy was a cook at Pizzeria Uno, which also…

  • Gibson’s

    Chicago

    There's a scene every night at this local original. Politicians, movers, shakers and the shaken-down swirl the famed martinis and compete for prime table…

  • Sweet Cane Cafe

    Hilo

    Vegetarians rejoice, everything is fresh, locally sourced and meat-free at this pleasant cafe. You'll find 'ulu (breadfruit) and taro serving as the base…

  • Nalu's Tropical Take Out

    St Augustine

    St Augustine may not be Hawaii, but the weather sometimes does a fair approximation, and that's when we like to hit up this takeout stand (which, to be…

  • Red Chair Cafe

    Anchorage

    The best and worst thing about eating in this steampunk-decorated cafe is choosing which brunch dish. The hollandaise sauce is made fresh daily, as are…

  • Garbo's Grill

    Key West

    Just off the beaten path, Garbo's whips up delicious tacos with creative toppings like mango ginger habanero-glazed shrimp, Korean barbecue, and fresh…

  • Busboys & Poets

    Washington, DC

    Busboys & Poets is a local minichain of cool cafes. Each has a multicultural, opinionated, creative vibe, along with a lengthy menu of well-priced…

  • Metropolitan Cafe & Bakery

    Philadelphia

    Great breads, tender pastries and good coffee make for a perfect breakfast or lunch at this flagship location of Metropolitan. It's also famous for its…

  • Hanalei Dolphin

    Hanalei

    Arrive early at this lovely riverside setting at Hanalei's eastern end for lunch or a sunset dinner, with fresh fish served cooked or as sushi, and steak…

  • Stomping Ground

    Alexandria

    Did somebody say biscuit? Oh yes they did. And make that a homemade buttermilk biscuit piled with fillings of your choice (Benton's bacon, eggs, veggie…

  • Tillman's Roadhouse

    Dallas

    A mod hunting lodge for stylish cowboys features shotguns for door handles, faux stag heads, antler chandeliers and a gorgeous log bar. With all this…

  • Sunrise Memphis

    Memphis

    Breakfasts are as pretty as a country morning at Sunrise Memphis, where the delicious biscuits and breakfast plates are loaded with eggs, cheese and every…

  • SkyIce

    New York City

    Just when you thought the outstanding Thai food was reason enough to visit – sirloin yellow curry, scorching but refreshing papaya salad, mouthwatering…

  • Rye Diner & Drinks

    Salt Lake City

    Call it a modern diner, with a spare look and locally sourced supplies. For an outing with friends it's satisfying and cheap enough. Think fried chicken…

  • Source Hotel & Market Hall

    Denver

    A repurposed iron foundry, this industrial-chic marketplace features shops specializing in artisanal breads, specialty cheeses and locally sourced produce…

  • Brooklyn Crab

    New York City

    A casual, three-story eatery, where diners hunker over picnic tables to feast on steamed crabs, oysters, fried cod, peel-and-eat shrimp and other delights…

  • Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante

    Sedona

    Though this lovely place fits perfectly into the groove and color scheme of Sedona, at the same time it feels like the kind of place you'd find in a small…

  • Gas Full Service

    St Augustine

    You'll likely be vying for a table at this fantastic retro gas-station-esque cafe. The buzz is about the burgers: freshly baked buns, local beef, fried…

  • Bouchon

    Napa Valley

    Details at celeb-chef Thomas Keller’s French brasserie are so impeccable – zinc bar to white-aproned waiters – you’d swear you were in Paris. Only the…

  • Diablo Burger

    Flagstaff

    This locally focused gourmet-burger joint slings hefty burgers on English-muffin buns and delicious Herbes de Provence seasoned fries. The cheddar-topped…

  • Eat Drink Love

    Mississippi

    The menu on the chalkboard may be short, but you'll still have a hard time making up your mind between the gourmet sandwiches and fresh salads on offer at…

  • Mon Vert Cafe

    Vermont

    Pop into this cheerful two-level cafe for croissants, scones, egg sandwiches and maple lattes in the morning, or settle in on the front patio for salads…

  • Pho 79

    Orange County

    This casual restaurant dishes up a variety of sandwiches, noodle rice and vegetable dishes, but the star is pho, noodles in hearty broth made from beef,…

  • Safari

    Minneapolis

    Widely considered the city's best Somali restaurant, Safari is the place to dabble in chicken suqaar, marinated slices of meat served in a heap of spiced…

  • Calaca

    New York City

    The compact, cosy interior is all part of the experience as revelers crowd in for tasty tacos and tostadas (and cheap margaritas). The owners of this cash…

  • Cooks Fresh Market

    Denver

    Far and away the best deli in downtown, the attention to quality here is obvious in the take-out salads and sandwiches, selection of cheeses and expert…

  • Fonda San Miguel

    Austin

    The gorgeous building is drenched in the atmosphere of old Mexico, with folk-inspired art, and it's been serving interior Mexican cooking for over 25…

  • Kalachandji's

    Dallas

    A lavishly decorated Hare Krishna temple, 3 miles east of downtown, holds a fine counterpoint to Texas' many meaty temptations. The small but varying…

  • Tabla

    El Paso

    Get ready to share all sorts of awesomeness. The small plates here fuse Spanish classics with the flavors of the Southwest in mouthwatering combos like…

  • Flights Wine Cafe

    Colorado

    Flights serves up over 100 wines – by the glass or flight – in a cozy cottage setting. A menu of gourmet sandwiches and flatbreads, salads, and appetizers…

  • Dolcezza

    Washington, DC

    The local mini-chain Dolcezza whips up the District's best gelati. Some flavors are unusual, such as blueberry lavender and Thai coconut milk, and change…

  • Flo

    Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village

    Think you’ve had a good breakfast burrito before? Not until you’ve eaten here. The Southwestern-bent dishes, cozy atmosphere and jovial staff draw hordes…

  • Bar Marco

    Pittsburgh

    A Strip District favorite, this is one of the city's more sophisticated kitchens, with an excellent brunch too. Cocktails are creative; you can also try…

  • Blunch

    South End & Chinatown

    This is a tiny place with counter service, blackboard menu and a-MAZ-ing chocolate chip cookies. The sandwiches are also delish, especially the eggs…

  • Houligans

    Wisconsin

    Widely considered the best steakhouse and supper club in town, with a wide variety quality meats and a menu that also spans blackened pork loin, fresh…

  • New England Soup Factory

    Massachusetts

    When there's a chill in the air, nothing warms body and soul like a bowl of hot soup. It's not much to look at, but the New England Soup Factory offers 10…

  • Poche's Cajun Restaurant

    Cajun Country

    You'll be sweating Cajun cuisine when they roll you out of Poche's, and we mean that in a good way. Feast on a menu full of daily specials – smothered…

  • Dryades Public Market

    New Orleans

    This enormous market is stocked with fresh groceries representing a good range of local vendors, and there are several hot-food bars – the menu varies,…

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