Must-see restaurants in North America

  • Quinn's Almost by the Sea

    Kailua-Kona

    Quinn's, while lacking a waterfront location (did you see the name of the place?), serves up some of the better fish and chips in Kailua-Kona. The…

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    Aspen & the Maroon Bells

    A bakery and gourmet cafe, where you'll find fresh breakfast burritos and coffee, pastries, small plates (roasted bone marrow, steamed mussels with ginger…

  • Imo's

    St Louis

    Local chain Imo's, with over 70 locations across the metro area, bakes 'the square beyond compare.' It's the classic version of the thin, square St Louis…

  • Tomi’s Home Cookin’

    Vancouver Island

    Substantial muffins, soups, burritos, burgers and breakfast for returning Juan de Fuca and West Coast Trail hikers suffering from carbohydrate…

  • T-Joe's Steakhouse & Saloon

    Wyoming

    Head east of town to this unassuming roadhouse that serves up expertly grilled cuts of meat to locals and weary travelers alike. Don't expect too much in…

  • Lynchburg F'xns

    Tennessee

    Could this place be more Southern? Fried catfish, fried chicken and meat and threes, plus loads of friendly, how-ya-doin'? service. If the chicken and…

  • Garden Shed Bistro

    Bruce Peninsula

    The Garden Shed Bistro takes rustic charm to a new level by placing you right inside a working greenhouse. Nibble among flats of greens, or sip your…

  • Georgie's Diner

    St Augustine

    On the fringe of the historic downtown area, this shiny silver retro-look diner is best for big breakfasts and hearty Greek meals like gyro, souvlaki and…

  • Alvaro's Pastry Shop & Deli

    Northern New Jersey

    Perfect place to mix with the locals at a Formica table while sipping an espresso and munching on a bolo de arroz (Portuguese rice cupcake) or pastéis de…

  • Los Quijotes

    Veracruz

    A full restaurant inside the Hotel Florida, Los Quijotes serves up the normal roster of Mexican dishes, including steaks and enchiladas. There's also a…

  • Eddie McStiff's

    Moab

    Though it's as much taproom-bar as restaurant, the burgers and pizzas (gluten-free available) are almost as popular as the beer here. Salad topped with…

  • Oak Creek Grade General Store

    Southern Front Range

    Midway between Cañon City and Westcliffe, this historic general store and steakhouse pours the Old West atmosphere on thick. In the summer it hosts…

  • Kung Fu Dumplings

    Provincetown

    Scoring low for aesthetics but high for flavor and value, this central place has a selection of dumplings (choose steamed or pan-fried) plus a short menu…

  • Bering Sea Bar & Grill

    Alaska

    Is this the best sushi we've ever had? No, but it's the only sushi we've had overlooking the icy Bering Sea, and that's something. You can also grub on…

  • Pizza Domenica

    New Orleans

    Fans of wood-fired pizza can burn off calories with the short walk between the St Charles Avenue Streetcar and the much-lauded Pizza Domenica, which…

  • Calico Italian Restaurant & Bar

    Jackson

    Serves original salads, earthy minimalist pizzas, grilled halibut and hearty pastas in a renovated 1905 church. Greens come from the organic vegetable…

  • Cedar Grove Snack Bar

    Kings Canyon National Park

    This basic counter-service grill dishes up hot meals (burgers/hot dogs/burritos) and cold deli sandwiches. Dine outside on the riverside deck. In summer…

  • Main Street Bagels

    Southwest Colorado

    A big open space with communal guitars hung up on the wall, this is where the town comes to gossip, clack away at their laptops and sip coffee. The…

  • Craig's Cafe

    South Shore

    This simple cafe serves soups, salads and sandwiches with a smile. Breakfast is a highlight, with half a dozen Benedicts and equal number of breakfast…

  • Restaurant Greenspot

    Montréal

    This classic Québécois diner is a legend of Montréal greasy spoons. In business for more than 70 years, Greenspot remains a local favorite for hot dogs,…

  • Les 3 Brasseurs

    Montréal

    If you'd like to cap a day of sightseeing with belly-filling fare and a few pints of handcrafted beer, stop by this convivial brewpub with its stylized…

  • Corkscrew Saloon

    Death Valley National Park

    This gregarious joint has darts, draft beer and dynamite barbecue at dinner time, as well as pretty good, but pricey pizzas and pub grub such as onion…

  • Quincy's

    Central Colorado

    Readers of the local Leadville Herald Democrat voted this steakhouse set in a historic building their favorite restaurant, and it's likely to be for the…

  • Thib's Boudin & Cracklin

    Cajun Country

    A good Cajun grocery selling smoked meat, sausage and other forms of delicious protein is worth its weight in gold out here. Thib's is a great Cajun…

  • Osteria Stellina

    Marin County

    This contemporary restaurant is the swankiest place in town. It specializes in rustic Italian cuisine made from locally sourced produce, including…

  • Green River Coffee Co

    Southeastern Utah

    As the sign says, 'If we are here we are open!' Drop in and discuss politics with the local coffee circle, grab a sandwich on thick-sliced wheat bread…

  • Cafe Archibald

    New Brunswick

    On the outskirts of town, Archibald's has been keeping loyal customers for over 20 years. Popular for its weekend brunch and big portions, its serves…

  • Melk

    Montréal

    This tiny neighborhood gem is a requisite pit stop when strolling Ave Monkland. You can enjoy first-rate coffees, matcha lattes, and heavenly baked goods …

  • Leanh's Chinese Restaurant

    Daytona Beach

    Chinese American standards – Szechuan beef, walnut shrimp and Shanghai duck – rule the roost at this South Daytona establishment, which has been one of…

  • Milwaukee Public Market

    Milwaukee

    Located in the Third Ward, the market's vendors sell cheese, chocolate, sandwiches, beer, tacos, frozen custard and more. Take them upstairs where there…

  • Tumi Peruvian Bakery

    Excelsior

    Peruvians have a notorious sweet tooth, which gets indulged in this bakery. It specializes in all kinds of South American desserts – from alfajores (a…

  • Noodle Factory

    Old Montréal

    Noodle fanatics roll up to this bustling hole-in-the-wall place for chef Lin Kwong Cheung’s famed homemade noodles. You can watch him in the open kitchen…

  • Il Fornaio

    San Diego

    For simple dining with beautiful sea views, white tablecloths and a nice patio, find classic Italian grub from homemade thin-crust pizza to pasta (the…

  • Ulrich's 1868 Tavern

    Buffalo

    Buffalo's oldest bar has been partially modernized and now draws a slightly younger clientele. Traditional German schnitzel is on the menu alongside…

  • Fridge

    Pennsylvania Dutch Country

    We like beer. We like pizza. And thus we like The Fridge, which slings both of these products. With a rotating menu of draft beer on tap and hand-crafted…

  • South Beach Pavilion Cafe

    Tampa Bay

    Next to the pet beach, this cafe offers basically the same stuff as the Island Cafe up the beach, with a special fish fry at 4pm on Fridays, and pancake…

  • Al's Breakfast

    Minneapolis

    The ultimate hole in the wall: 14 stools at a tiny counter. Whenever a customer comes in, everyone picks up their plates and scoots down to make room for…

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    Martha's Vineyard

    On the west side of town, this fish market is fresh, fresh, fresh, with everything from sushi to award-winning chowder, lobster rolls and fish and chips…

  • Lightkeeper's Seafood Restaurant

    Newfoundland & Labrador

    Smack in the shadow of the lighthouse, this restaurant gazes out on icebergs and whales. Unfortunately, you're shelling out for the view, not the rather…

  • Auntie M's

    North Maine Woods

    Eat breakfast all day at this cozy eating spot near the center of town. Burgers, wraps and Mexican pizza are served at lunch. It also sells bag lunches (…

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