Must-see restaurants in North America

  • Crystal's Cakes and Cones

    Moab

    For a little piece of Americana, queue up at this popular ice creamery. Though the ice cream isn't locally made, local teenagers serve ever-growing lines…

  • Clark's

    Aspen

    The local grocery store has locations in Aspen and Snowmass, and offers all the organic, gourmet necessities that you'll need to stock up your Aspen…

  • Marin Brewing Company

    Marin County

    You can spy the glassed-in kettles behind the bar at this brewpub. Point Reyes Porter and Mt Tam Pale Ale complement the menu of pizza, burgers and hearty…

  • IGA Food Cache

    The Interior

    A half-mile north of the visitor center, this grocery store features a bakery, deli and espresso cart and also sells homemade soup and other ready-to-eat…

  • Depot Bookstore & Cafe

    Marin County

    Smack in the town center, Depot serves coffee and espresso, sandwiches, soups and baked goods. The bookstore sells lots of local publications, including…

  • Patrick's Pub

    New Hampshire

    With its well-placed flat-screens, Patrick's Pub is a good place to catch a game. There's a big central bar, and the vibe is welcoming. Try the thick…

  • Anchor Inn Grocery Store

    Prince William Sound

    Substantial grocery store affiliated to the Anchor Inn and selling basic foodstuffs and other bits of stationery and hardware.

  • Katy's Place

    Carmel-by-the-Sea

    It's pricey, but what isn't in Carmel? Start your day with an apple-cinnamon Belgian waffle, Swedish pancakes or one of 20 Californicized variations on…

  • Joshua Tree Certified Farmers Market

    Joshua Tree National Park

    On Saturday mornings locals gather for gossip and freshly picked produce from local farmers in a parking lot next to Joshua Tree Health Foods, just west…

  • Safeway

    Kapaʻa & the Eastside

    Caters to mainland tourists through familiar national brands and an American-style deli, bakery, pizza station and sushi bar. It's the only 24hr grocer on…

  • Old Benson Ice Cream Stop

    Southern Arizona

    For quick and easy coffee before your next adventure, drive through the Old Benson Ice Cream Stop beside the railroad tracks. It also sells 44 flavors of…

  • Food & Thought

    Naples

    You won't find anything that isn't 100% organic on the shelves of this market or in its ever-busy cafe. Vegetarians will delight in the artfully layered…

  • Novelty

    Midcoast Maine

    Behind Monhegan House, this general store sells sandwiches, pizza, beer and wine, as well as freshly baked goods, like whoopie pies. It also has Monhegan…

  • Maswik Pizza Pub

    Grand Canyon National Park South Rim

    Pick up a slice or pie to enjoy over a Grand Canyon Pilsner, or call in advance for takeout. The pizzas here have basic toppings, and there's a vegetarian…

  • Bella Bella

    Florida Panhandle

    Come for authentic Italian cuisine in a modern setting. Try the bruschetta and stuffed mushrooms, then move on to creamy pastas or shrimp scampi or…

  • Maude's Classic Café

    Northeast Florida

    This locally owned and operated boho hangout serves tea, coffee and cakes as well as themed sandwiches and salads such as 'When Harry Met Salad:' you get…

  • Joe's Pizza

    West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District

    No-frills pies are served up indiscriminately to students, tourists and celebrities alike – everyone’s stopped by for a bite, from Kirsten Dunst to Bill…

  • Island Cafe

    Tampa Bay

    On the beach, the Island Cafe serves sandwiches, snacks and beer, and offers bicycle ($20 per hour), kayak ($10 to $20 per hour) and umbrella ($25 per day…

  • Mariscos Mazatlán

    Cabo San Lucas

    Local families fill the big dining room at Mariscos Mazatlán for the good prices and great seafood. Sunday afternoons are especially busy (and especially…

  • Café de la Aurora

    San Miguel de Allende

    Fittingly creative salads, soups, sandwiches and pizzas in a relaxing courtyard setting in the grounds of Fábrica La Aurora.

  • CartHop

    San Joaquin Valley

    Every Thursday, a fleet of independent food trucks from around the valley park on the Fulton Mall, serving grab-and-go lunch options from every corner of…

  • Pizza Luce

    Northern Minnesota

    Head here for great brunches and gourmet pizzas (vegan and gluten-free versions too). It's also plugged into the local music scene and hosts bands. Fully…

  • Satay

    Isla Mujeres

    Mix things up a little with some beef in shiitake-mushroom sauce at this Asian-fusion restaurant. It’s not beachfront, but the modern, cool ambience is…

  • Taste Restaurant

    Downtown, Pike Place & Waterfront

    Inside the Seattle Art Museum, Taste has been known to change its menu to honor the gallery's various temporary exhibitions.

  • Cafe del Rio

    Nevada

    Locals agree that the best food in Virginia City is probably at Cafe del Rio, which serves a nice blend of modern Mexican and Southwest cuisine, including…

  • Gillwood’s Cafe

    Napa Valley

    Convenient for breakfast and lunch, Gillwood's serves good diner fare – breakfast enchiladas, scrambles, pancakes, burgers and salads. It has beer and…

  • Boney’s Bayside Market

    San Diego

    For picnics and takeout, stop by this market near the ferry for fantastic, (mostly) healthy sandwiches and an extensive assortment of salads and organic…

  • All Gon Pizza

    Southeast Colorado

    This popular restaurant serves up pizza, pasta, Mexican fare, and peach and mango milkshakes, and is generally regarded as the best place to eat for miles…

  • Crane Flat Gas Station & More

    Yosemite National Park

    Gas-station store stocking snacks, camping supplies, souvenirs, beer, wine and a wide selection of food items. Gas pumps open 24 hours with card. Also has…

  • Uncle Loui's Cafe

    Northern Minnesota

    Ideal for a quick meal, this popular diner serves an all-day breakfast special ($10) as well as the usual suspects of burgers, BLTs and grilled-cheese…

  • El Pegaso

    San Miguel de Allende

    This friendly, colorful and cozy place is a reliable option for Mexican meals and has a lovely rooftop area that's a great place for drinks at at any time…

  • Nicely's

    Mono Lake Region

    This diner is so old school it has Kraft macaroni and cheese on its menu. Burgers, eggs Benedict and old-fashioned buttermilk pancakes are more appealing…

  • Oar House

    Portsmouth

    One of Portsmouth's best seafood restaurants, this elegant place has a dark, cozy interior as well as an outdoor deck (across the street) overlooking the…

  • Main Cafe

    Indiana

    This is a decent spot for a ham-bean-and-cornbread lunch, but the pies and cakes are the main reason to come. Coconut cream and carrot take the prize…

  • Mission Restaurant

    San Diego

    Fork into famously homemade cinnamon-bread French toast and berry pancakes, or spice it up with eggy Latino dishes like chilaquiles and rancheros verde.

  • Dairy Keen

    Wasatch Mountains

    Look for the miniature train that travels overhead at this local play on Dairy Queen. The ice-cream sundaes and thick shakes can't be beat (try the…

  • Russell’s

    Vail

    If you’re looking for center-cut Angus, beef ribs or surf-and-turf in pressed-tablecloth environs, this intimate steakhouse is a good choice. Sides are…

  • Broder

    Portland

    Scandi food fiends should line up here for their gravlax fix. There are also Danish pancakes, Swedish hash and Norwegian lefse (traditional flatbread).

  • Anasazi Restaurant

    Southeastern Utah

    Anasazi serves pretty standard all-American fare (think meatloaf, fish tacos, steaks and pizza), but it does try to use local produce and sustainable…

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