Must-see restaurants in Americas

  • Nourish

    Aruba

    A cheerful Bali-inspired cafe serving healthy vegetarian and vegan treats, smoothie bowls, cold-pressed juices, organic coffee, yummy breakfasts and…

  • L'Échaudé

    Québec City

    Everything comes beautifully plated and bursting with flavor at this relaxed but very classy bistro, one of the rare Old Québec eateries where locals…

  • Omega Ouzeri

    Seattle

    In an unassuming, square brick building, Omega Ouzeri’s doors open to a bright, airy restaurant, pristine in white and baby blue, with metallic and marble…

  • Dipped Donuts

    Kensington Market & Chinatown

    A tiny shop selling freshly made, light, moist and fluffy doughnuts with innovative toppings and glazes. Not into lemon-poppyseed glaze with blueberry…

  • Burns Original BBQ

    Houston

    Head north up past I-45, past the I-610 beltway and then drive into an unassuming neighborhood. Pass some modest homes and look for a jammed parking lot…

  • Donut Friend

    Los Angeles

    'Donuts. Done differently' is its slogan, and it's not kidding. Here, holed treats are sprinkled with coconut bacon, stuffed with vegan cream cheese and…

  • Al Pastor

    Kapaʻa

    The most popular food truck of the bunch, this is a real-deal, authentic taco truck with fresh fish tacos and burritos, terrific al pastor (spit-roasted…

  • Chef Mavro

    Honolulu

    After a high-profile solo run, maverick chef (and namesake) George Mavrothalassitis has paired up with chef Jeremy Shigekane to continue creating avant…

  • 5 Rabanitos

    Chicago

    A storefront restaurant painted yellow, green and blue, 5 Rabanitos looks like any other taqueria on 18th St, except the chef learned his craft from…

  • Franklin Fountain

    Philadelphia

    It's cash only at this fantastic yet kitsch-free throwback, from the phosphates and vintage ice-cream flavors (try the teaberry) right down to the ancient…

  • Aretha Frankenstein's

    Chattanooga

    A skeleton riding a skateboard doubles as the chandelier. Old concert posters cover the walls – can you spot Sleater-Kinney? You might see discarded…

  • Mission Cheese

    The Mission, Dogpatch & Potrero Hill

    Smile and say 'wine' at this cheese bar serving sublime pairings with expert advice and zero pretension. The all-domestic cheese menu ranges from triple…

  • Danji

    Midtown

    Young gun Hooni Kim woos palates with his Korean creations, served in a snug, whitewashed space. Lunch focuses on bibimbap (a traditional Korean rice dish…

  • Gorditas

    Northeast Mexico

    A mom-and-pop eatery with plastic tables and chairs, Gorditas specializes in just that – gorditas, small thick tortillas stuffed to the brim with all…

  • Restaurante Galápagos

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Directly opposite the picturesque 17th-century white church on Cabo Frio's most historic square, this eatery in a colonial house serves sophisticated…

  • BLVD Bistro

    Harlem & Upper Manhattan

    Bustling BLVD Bistro takes quality seasonal produce and turns it into subtly tweaked Southern soul food. Heading the kitchen is Mississippi-born Carlos…

  • Da-De-O

    Edmonton

    An unexpected summoning up of the Big Easy in the frozen north, this retro diner – complete with red vinyl chairs, chrome kitchen tables and a jukebox –…

  • La Slowteria

    New York City

    Colorful, flavor-packed tacos and punchy cocktails rimmed with chilli salt are a winning combination at La Slowteria, which has the bonus of a hidden back…

  • Jo's Place

    British Columbia

    It's worth making Jo's your first stop after the ferry, so good is the food, service and ambience, especially if you're in the mood for brunch when the…

  • Oceano

    San Juan

    In a one-of-a-kind oceanfront mansion with a terrace smack bang in front of Condado Beach, this cool and contemporary restaurant-bar serves up just-caught…

  • Azul Histórico

    Centro Histórico

    Chef Ricardo Muñoz reinvents traditional Mexican recipes such as pescado tikin xic (a grouper dish from the Yucatán with plantain and tortilla strips)…

  • Press Room

    West Virginia

    This oft-recommended spot is housed in an old newspaper building, but the hospitable vibe and cozy decor evoke the home of a close friend. Fresh and…

  • Bistrô da Mata

    Mato Grosso & Mato Grosso do Sul

    A romantic bistro with stupendous views, rough-hewn stone walls and an appealing outdoor terrace. The creative daily menu incorporates the likes of bacon…

  • Da Kitchen Express

    Kihei

    Da Kitchen is da bomb. Come to this no-frills eatery for Hawaiian plate lunches done right. The local favorite is Da Lau Lau Plate (with steamed pork…

  • Ardent

    Milwaukee

    Milwaukee's foodies get weak in the knees when they sniff the Beard-nominated chef's ever-changing, farm-to-table dishes. Dinner is a lingering affair in…

  • Cafe Prima Pasta

    Miami

    We’re not sure what’s better at this Argentine-Italian place: the much-touted pasta, which deserves every one of the accolades heaped on it, or the…

  • Minetta Tavern

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    Book in advance, or come early to snag a table on a weeknight, because Minetta Tavern is often packed to the rafters. The snug red-leather banquettes,…

  • Ocho at Hotel Havana

    San Antonio

    Set in a tall, narrow glassed-in conservatory, perched above the quiet northern stretch of the River Walk, this hotel restaurant makes a pleasant 20…

  • Puro Ceviche Bar

    Back Bay

    This bar serves up delightfully modern yet still authentic Latin American fare in its funky downstairs digs, where exposed brick walls are covered with…

  • Crush Wine Bar & Grill

    Panhandle Plains

    A landmark of Amarillo’s small downtown nightlife district, recently moved to larger, contemporary-styled premises, Crush attracts folks in suits and…

  • Fort George Brewery

    Northern Oregon Coast

    Fort George has established itself as one of the state's best and most reliable craft brewers. Its atmospheric brewery-restaurant is in a historic…

  • Machine Shed

    Iowa

    This excellent restaurant serving hearty fare is out west near I-35/80 exit 125 and the Living History Farms. It's a bustling place that emphasizes top…

  • Rosamunde Sausage Grill

    The Haight & Hayes Valley

    Impress a dinner date on the cheap: load up Coleman Farms pork brats, wild-boar sausages, or fig-brandy free-range duck links with complimentary roasted…

  • Prince Edward Island Preserve Company

    Prince Edward Island

    This place carries on the old island tradition of making preserves, chutneys, marmalades, jellies and curds, many from local fruit. There's a cafe too,…

  • Krob Krua Thai Kitchen

    Eugene

    Superb Thai curries, noodles, salads, soups and wok-fired dishes are served at this joint in the same space as WildCraft Cider Works, where you can enjoy…

  • Xandari

    Central Valley & Highlands

    If you want to impress a date, you can’t go wrong at this elegant restaurant with incredible views. The menu is a mix of Costa Rican and international…

  • Lychee

    Puerto Escondido

    La Punta resembles in some ways a sybaritic Thai beach and Lychee doesn't have to try hard to meld in with superb Thai dishes – green curries, chicken…

  • Kaffe

    Puerto Plata

    This homey, adorable cafe in downtown Puerto Plata is a welcome respite from the hot, bustling city streets. All manner of coffee drinks are on offer,…

  • PS Kitchen

    Midtown

    Whitewashed brick and distressed mirrors set the scene for a dining experience that lets you do good while eating well – all of PS Kitchen's profits go to…

  • Mi Tierra Cafe & Bakery

    San Antonio

    Part restaurant, part bakery, and total explosion of light and colour, decorated for Christmas year-round, this Market Sq behemoth has been dishing out…