Gulf Coast
Best for low-key, family-friendly fish and chips and fry-up breakfasts. You can't go past the killer shrimp basket, overflowing with golden battered…
Must-see restaurants in North America
Baie St Paul
When you're craving serious coffee and freshly made waffles, garnished with fresh fruit, maple syrup, whipped cream, caramel, chocolate or other sweet…
Yellowstone National Park
For quick eats and simple breakfasts, visit the Bake Shop in the lobby of the Old Faithful Lodge. It offers coffee, hummus and pretzels, muffins and…
Eastern Newfoundland
This small family run cafe dishes out solid executions of local staples like fish and chips, cod au gratin, slices of pie and the like. Hours can vary, so…
Okanagan Valley
You expect deep-fried but what you get is a nuanced menu of seafood with global accents. Try the pistachio mahimahi ($24). Dine under the stars on the…
Northern Ontario
An eclectic pan-Asian selection of mouthwatering meals, including dishes from China, Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore, are presented with flair at this…
Fairbanks
This downtown spot is very popular with locals, who pack in for fried rice, pad thai, and a good slate of Thai soups. If you ask for 'Thai spicy' at this…
Waikiki
This pint-sized, bare-bones health-food store whips up taro burgers, veggie burritos, deli sandwiches with fresh avocado, and real-fruit smoothies. Gluten…
Rio Grande Valley
Want chicken tacos bursting with freshness at 3am? Come here. The tortillas are always fresh and this cheery little family-run place never closes, so it's…
Marin County
Don’t leave town without sampling something buttery from this tiny, yet beloved country bakery. Indulging in a sweet bear-claw pastry and an organic…
Nevada
For those with a sweet tooth – this classic American diner is famed for its homemade cinnamon rolls. They also cater capably for those whose Achilles'…
Old Faithful Yellowstone General Store
Yellowstone National Park
Old Faithful's second general store, next to the Old Faithful Snow Lodge, offers flatbreads, breakfast muffins, pre-packaged sandwiches, ice cream and…
Sitka
Sitka’s main supermarket is northwest of town and never closes. Inside it has an ATM, a bakery, a deli, ready-to-eat items and a dining area overlooking…
Ohio
Union Street Diner has been fueling Athenians for decades. The no-nonsense spot slings everything from omelets and hash browns to chicken fried steak,…
Harbour View Market Restaurant
New Brunswick
Don't be put off by the plain exterior – reliable Harbour View serves up good chowder and other bites such as 'mini' seafood dinners without eating into…
Coastal Plains
When you need a quick meal or a cold drink to go with your history, this reputed oldest deli in Texas (founded 1882) is a good accompaniment to a historic…
San Joaquin Valley
On the outskirts of town at Michael David Winery, this farmstand cafe slings big breakfast plates of fluffy omelets with country potatoes, cinnamon…
San Luis Obispo
Home of unusually good flavor combos like bacon-maple and mint-chip donuts, served with cups of organic, fair-trade, locally roasted coffee. It’s…
Walt Disney World
Surprisingly good toasted sandwiches ranging from basic to exotic. One of the most satisfying lunches at Disney, with plenty of bang for your buck; but in…
Cape Cod
People rave about the breakfast at this unpretentious restaurant and bakery off Main St in Yarmouth Port. Even Rachael Ray called it out as one of her…
Shenandoah Valley
An unremarkable but friendly eatery on the main highway through town, Jalisco's serves large portions of (only just) acceptable Mexican food. Cheap lunch…
Cajun Country
This smart coffeehouse has fluffy waffles, grilled sandwiches and a cheerful community vibe that's pretty hard not to appreciate. Live-music acts…
West Texas
The name is kind of misleading – they also have lunch, but that's just not as alliterative. This pleasant little bakery-cafe is adept at the baked goods;…
Washington, DC
There's a food court inside the National Press Club Building, where Five Guys wafts its burgery goodness, TaKorean grills its Asian-inspired tacos, and…
Zen Garden Asian Grill & Sushi Bar
Southwest Colorado
Zen Garden serves up plates of sushi with oddball attitude, lo mein and Thai curries. The boxed lunches are good value, and the warmly lit, intimate…
Hanalei Bay & the North Shore
This modest, county-run market has a friendly hippie vibe. A dozen or so local, mostly organic farmers show up to sell mangoes, papaya, cucumbers,…
South Dakota
Located in the heart of a gift shop selling South Dakota-made products, this family style bakery and cafe serves up hearty breakfasts and lunches with…
Colorado Springs
A cute hole-in-the-wall cafe that bakes some of the best, if not the best, baguettes and croissants in the city – no small feat, given the altitude. It…
Southwest Colorado
This place has generous plates of pasta, big pizzas and inexpensive lunches. It also goes boldly where few Italian restaurants dare tread: into the…
Blue Ridge Highlands & Southwest Virginia
When you're all jigged out, head for Oddf3llows, a comfy spot for Southern fare and tasty microbrews. There's a bar upstairs (4pm to 8:30pm Thursday to…
Denali National Park & Preserve
The Mercantile has a decent selection of groceries, as well as fresh coffee, deli sandwiches and wraps. There’s also a small selection of camping supplies…
Gaspé Peninsula
This waterfront bistro decorated with whimsical sculptures busy with weekend brunchers year-round and with road-trippers stopping for sandwiches, pizzas,…
Grand Teton National Park
Pizza and draft beer on the patio is a fine way to end an active day. North of Colter Bay Village, this casual but cozy eatery also serves soup, salad and…
Taxco
For a quick, affordable meal try this popular diner on the west side of Plazuela San Juan. It serves five styles of set breakfasts in the morning and…
Downtown Los Angeles & Boyle Heights
As funky and flavorful as Chinatown gets, this broke-down deli is deadly serious about its whole, quartered Peking duck and tangy spareribs, which are…
North Dakota
Come for the location in the historic – and impressive – 1900 train station. There's seating outside, plus a large selection of comfort food and beers…
Kansas
This bright cafe in Old Town specializes in fresh organic dishes. There are numerous veggies plates as well as poultry and seafood options. There's also a…
Newfoundland & Labrador
A combination restaurant and gift shop, the Country Corner is especially notable for its warm bowls of cod chowder and a slew of baked goods cooked with…
Okanagan Valley
Order a cup of authentic Italian coffee and enjoy it on the porch at this cute little market and deli just east of Hwy 97. In addition to great sandwiches…
Cancún
If you love tacos and tortas, head to this 24-hour restaurant/bar, where the specialties are barbacoa (mutton) and cochinita (slow-cooked pork). It's not…
