Hudson Valley
This trattoria near the water in Kingston's Rondout district offers up old-world charm and classic Italian dishes with just a dash of modernity. All of…
Must-see restaurants in North America
Southern Nevada
Icy cold margaritas are a great way to cool down after a day in the desert sun. Follow them with old-school Mexican favorites (tacos, enchiladas, fajitas,…
Oakland
You'll catch the sweet, smoky scent of Roderick's from miles away, which will get you properly salivating for its barbecue, which folks will line up for…
Southwestern Ontario
Guelph's favorite Indian restaurant uses a traditional tandoor oven to create well-known dishes with a contemporary twist, with influences from Nepal,…
Carnival World & Seafood Buffet
Las Vegas
Las Vegas' largest all-around buffet is found at Rio, with stir-fries, pizza, a taco bar and house-made gelato. There's a $15 seafood add-on for those who…
Back Bay
Pleasantly situated inside the Boston Public Library, this informal cafe serves croissants, muffins, bagels, scones and pastries to start off the day,…
Martha's Vineyard
This small cafe opened in 2018 and has been a welcome addition to Menemsha's otherwise limited restaurant scene. It specializes in hearty sandwiches and…
Bozeman & Gallatin Valley
The Western bar and Mexican steakhouse at the Cinnamon Lodge serves excellent food, including good chiles rellenos and bacon-wrapped cream-cheese…
Kailua
This Thai-Vietnamese joint will soothe your soul with its earth-toned decor, avocado-colored bar and tropical-flower prints on the wall. The pho …
Inland Michoacán
An understated little spot with soft music, low lighting and folk art scattered within its stone walls. The specialty here is pizza, which, while not…
Québec City
Bring your own wine or hit the mint tea in this basic but popular Moroccan restaurant in Old Québec. All the classics are available: tabbouleh, hummus and…
Spokane
Situated on a leafy street corner in the upscale residential Browne's Addition neighborhood, the Elk is a favorite local pub with a menu of sandwiches,…
Chiapas
Excellent freshly made pastas and pizzas are served in an atmospheric old-world dining room of wood-beamed ceilings, stained-glass lamps and decorative…
Québec City
The pizza crust at this often-overlooked chain is as thin as a vinyl record, with toppings that run from simple cheese and basil to everything plus the…
Rhode Island
This low-slung yellow shack is situated a block north of the Jamestown village center. It houses a community bakery and, on Saturdays and Sundays only, a…
Veracruz
This informal place on the corner sits inside the Posada del Emperador. There's a M$50 menú del día, but dishes such as sopa azteca (soup with avocado,…
Catskills
Next to the Catskill Distilling Company is this separate restaurant/saloon where the menu plays up to local music-festival lore, with dishes such as the…
Southwest Gulf Coast
The breezy upstairs deck is a long-standing favorite for a reliable sunset meal with Gulf views; go for either grilled seafood or sticky-sweet barbecue…
Southwest Gulf Coast
This colorful island cafe goes heavy on the cow puns, offering a cheery 'at-moo-sphere' and tons of options, from 'cowabunga' breakfast to 'udderly great'…
Alabama
Beyond serving nice pizza – we're partial to the shrimp and pesto – the Ravenite is both a family-friendly joint if you have kids in tow, and later at…
Albuquerque
This 18th-century adobe complex makes the nicest setting for a meal near the Plaza, and it has a well-shaded patio. Besides New Mexican favorites such as…
Las Vegas
From French chef Hubert Keller of San Francisco's Fleur de Lys, this soaring space, outfitted with linen curtains and exposed-brick walls, specializes in…
Nantucket
Gluten-free baked goods, organic smoothies, veggie wraps and damn good coffee can all be found at this cute cafe in the center of the island. It is most…
Upper Peninsula
It's tough to beat the broasted chicken, bacon cheeseburgers and hand-cut French fries that this food trailer rustles up. A couple of tables outside offer…
Virginia
Locals know it as TJs, and head here on special occasions to enjoy tasty Italian-inspired dishes. The wine list is seriously good, featuring pinot noirs…
Baie St Paul
Ale lovers will foam at the mouth in this dark and friendly brewpub, where the dinner menu begins with beers and continues with beer-based sauces,…
Central Colorado
This uber-popular and superfriendly Salida sandwich shop makes for a good lunch – try out specialties like the Don Draper (pastrami, horseradish Havarti,…
Northwest Territories
By the Shell gas station on the main road, this place serves up Westernized Chinese, alongside pizza, fried chicken and burgers, with buffet specials…
Mississippi
This cute whitewashed dining room is chockablock with knickknacks and artistic touches. The menu borrows from local tastes – think grilled chicken…
Salt Lake City
It's hard to beat the romance built into this creaky stone cottage. Eclectic vintage china and local art lining the walls give it an even more creative…
The Laurentians
Locals say this place serves the most authentic Italian food in town, so who are we to argue? There's a three-course set menu for $25 if you're feeling…
Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront
Fish-and-chips is a simple meal often done badly – but not here. Slam down your order for Alaskan cod at the front entry and take your food up to the top…
Logan Circle, U Street & Columbia Heights
Red Rocks is a comfy neighborhood option where irregularly shaped, brick-fired pizzas hit the tables. You won't be shocked by any of the ingredients, but…
Saguenay-Lac St Jean
A short walk from the marina in the center of Roberval, this restaurant and tea shop serves home-style fare with a bit of flair. The midday set menus,…
Chicago
Scenesters and the occasional celebrity glam it up while swirling specialty cocktails and forking into pan-Asian dishes and sushi, set against a backdrop…
Whistler
This popular Japanese spot is a sushi specialist but they also serve everything from pork gyoza to spicy hotpots and stomach-warming udon noodle bowls –…
Northeastern Oregon
This longtime local favorite of meals prepared in a 1980s style that you'd hoped was a thing of the past – stick with classics like prime rib and pasta…
Northern Minnesota
Sink your teeth into a beer-battered walleye sandwich or the Boathouse version of poutine (French fries topped with beef brisket, bacon, cheese curds and…
Cape Cod
Hearty, healthy comfort food, prepared with seasonal ingredients and lots of love. Look for satisfying hash for breakfast, lovingly prepared sandwiches,…
Eastern Sierra
In the southern part of town, this excellent mom-and-pop bakery serves locally roasted coffee, breakfast sandwiches on freshly baked bagels with local…
