Birmingham
Pizza is always a good choice, and this statement is enhanced when said pizza is made from locally sourced ingredients and served alongside a slate of…
Must-see restaurants in Southern USA
Louisiana
There's a lot of Southern food in Shreveport, and sometimes it's nice to take it a bit further south – this time, to Peru. Try some nice ceviche, beef…
Memphis
Set in an old silent-movie theater near Beale St, with pre-talkie black-and-whites strobing in the handsome dark-wood dining room, Majestic serves classic…
Alabama
Dorothy's, located in the Kellogg Hotel, is basically a Southern, soul food buffet-style restaurant, dishing out stick-to-your-rib favorites like waffles,…
Nashville
We saw bluegrass crooner Alison Krauss heading into this tiny natural foods market, a place stuffed tight with local jams, honeys and herbs. You'll also…
Nashville
For late-night eats, this is your spot. Staff is encouraged to share recipes and create classic American comfort food just they way their mommas did. Try…
Georgia
There's two things you can't do at Ray's – pick a wrong item off the menu or break your wallet. While we don't like to douse our barbecue in sauce, the…
Cajun Country
Fremin's is one of the great granddaddies of high-end, classic Cajun cuisine. The menu doesn't change much, and while there are some items that could use…
Outer Banks
Located in a strip mall, you could easily miss this top spot for local barbecue-ready fresh meat and seafood, plus enormous freshly made sandwiches and…
Louisiana
Located on the 2nd floor of the Robinson Film Center, this excellent little eatery serves enormous chickpea salads, juicy burgers, chicken and waffles,…
Memphis
Slouch in a torn vinyl booth and devour an entire barbecued Cornish game hen ($11.75), the house specialty at this recently renovated cult favorite. Ribs…
Outer Banks
Casual pub decorated with fishing memorabilia, and bright blue booths. Good place to stop for a bite when traveling north on the way to the ferry. Classic…
Charleston
An unpretentious eatery set in a former service station in North Charleston, with delicious burgers that are cheap on Monday, mimosas that are cheap on…
New Orleans
Neyow's is a New Orleans standby, the sort of spot that churns out relatable, reliable blue-chip dishes like breaded pork chops, smothered chicken, and…
Charleston
Delicious Southern cooking served in an elegant dining room with exposed brick, dark wood and tasteful paintings. But if you do spicy, the absolute best…
Nashville
The patio is the place to be at this bustling neighborhood joint with A/C. Friendly and efficient staff keep the tasty margaritas and the innovative tacos…
Arkansas
This big, buzzing restaurant is a locals' favorite for huge platters of barbecue. Chopped beef and pork comes nicely smoked, or you can opt for fried…
Alabama
This conveniently located downtown restaurant raises the bar on the Southern meat-and-three model, serving excellent meatloaf, barbecue chicken and…
Kentucky
Burgers, smoked salmon tacos, fried brussels sprouts and other refined pub dishes hit the rustic wood tables, with many ingredients coming from the chef's…
New Orleans
Peeling plaster and brick accents ensconce a warm, wooden interior where decadent, yet classically inspired, Southern cuisine rules the roost – try the…
Atlanta
Southern favorites stick to your ribs after they're delivered across a bare counter at this friendly spot. Munch on chili-cheese slaw dogs or fried…
New Orleans
Inside, Bevi's has less atmosphere than the moon, but if you don't mind the bare walls and cafeteria seating, there's excellent local seafood to be had,…
Charleston
Fine dining, with dishes inspired by Southern and French cooking, along with live jazz. This is one of the city's most elegant restaurants. The foie gras…
Alabama
Sage is a bit unexpected and absolutely appreciated in Fairhope. It's popular with locals, who pack in for mankouche (a sort of Levantine pizza with pita…
Alabama
Mary's serves up soul food with a smile. Daily specials run the gamut from beef tips to pig's feet to chicken pot pie, served alongside groaning portions…
Cajun Country
James Lee Burke’s fictional detective Dave Robicheaux likes to drop by Victor’s Cafeteria, and so do his fans. Get in line at the counter of this laid…
The Trading Post; Southern Food & Spirits
Coastal North Carolina
Drop into this casual restaurant for the warming fish stew – it's just like Southern grandmothers would make it. Other Southern treats include chicken and…
Coastal North Carolina
The burritos are big and tasty at Flaming Amy's, a scrappy barn filled with kitschy decor from Elvis to Route 66. Burritos include the Philly Phatboy, the…
Coastal North Carolina
The food is brought right to your car at this old-school drive-in and legendary seafood spot, open since 1959. It serves fish fillets, po'boys and hot…
Outer Banks
The interior isn't dressed to impress – surfboards, license plates – but who cares? The reliably good seafood, burritos and burgers go down well with the…
Cajun Country
This bright, cheerful cafe is a good spot for breakfast (pancakes, boudin omelets) or lunch (chicken salad, croissants, grilled paninis, crawfish…
Mississippi
For a fun atmosphere and good pub grub (burgers, sandwiches, tacos and seafood platters), grab a seat in this new addition to the Under-the-Hill District …
Savannah
This hidden seafood haven has been a local favorite for more than 20 years. Try the crab-stuffed flounder, parmesan-crusted grouper or fried jumbo shrimp …
Louisville
This modern Butchertown hot spot specializes in Saigon street food, wafting pho (soup with rice noodles), banh mi sandwiches, and spicy noodle and rice…
Chattanooga
This black-and-white-checked cafe is a revolving door of folks breezing in for coffee drinks, light breakfasts, gourmet sandwiches, fancy sweets and…
New Orleans
Probably the most pleasant way to experience local Vietnamese culture is by eating its delicious food. The Hong Kong Food Market is a general Asian…
Mississippi
It looks like just another downtown dive, but it's a damn fine seafood house. Locals swear by the broiled redfish and the Greek salad, which becomes a…
Alabama
Located in a shopping plaza, this is a stalwart spot for the Southern meat-and-three: a main and a couple of side dishes. The fried chicken is legendary;…
Nashville
For 50-plus years, crowds have been lining up around the block for tall stacks of pancakes done up every which way at this iconic breakfast joint. A bit…
New Orleans
The King Creole pizza at this deep-dish pizza joint is topped with Creole fredo sauce and and Gulf shrimp marinated in garlic. Their tasty pies, split…
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