Aleutian Islands
As is often the case in the remoter parts of Alaska, the local Safeway is a passable place to grab a coffee and sandwich.
Must-see restaurants in North America
Southwestern Utah
Sweet staff serve steaks and pork ribs with housemade sauce, but the food quality can be erratic. Portions are generous.
Las Vegas
Locals love this old-school Chinese joint for authentic all-day dim sum (yum cha) that won't burn a hole in your wallet.
San Diego
Hand-rolled waffle cones and homemade ice cream, sherbet and fro-yo mixed with fruits, nuts and candy are a cool treat.
Québec
Fresh eggs, soups and pastas, local cheeses and microbrewery beers all make an appearance at this friendly little cafe.
Northwest Territories
A weekly outdoor market with fresh fish and Northern-grown produce. Due to be housed in a year-round structure by 2020.
Salt Lake City
Stock up on gorgeous cheeses, marinated peppers, fresh sandwiches and pastries at this deli counter and gourmet store.
San Miguel de Allende
A wonderful place to get your sugar hit: French pastries that you can enjoy in a cozy environment over tea and coffee.
Homer
On the way to the spit, this is the best place in town for groceries, fresh-baked breads, deli sandwiches and salads.
El Cuyo
Try the delicious crispy shrimp served in a coconut (M$130) at this large fan-cooled eatery on the plaza's west side.
Yucatán State & the Maya Heartland
Near the plaza, Super Willy’s is a small supermarket with a big variety of groceries and household items.
Columbia River Gorge
This diner draws big crowds for its hamburgers and – mostly – its enormous, towering soft-serve ice-cream cones.
San Miguel de Allende
This has good produce stands and market cafes. It’s centrally located, but light years away from the gringo scene.
Galveston
Seafood and home-cookin' with a huge $10 daily lunch special. It's in a large house with views out over the seawall.
Midcoast Maine
On Fish Beach, this fresh seafood market sells lobster rolls and chowder. Relax and eat at the nearby picnic tables.
Sugar and Spice Mountain Bakery
Southeast Colorado
This Mennonite bakery has fresh-baked pies, pastries (gluten-free, too), freshly baked breads and delicious quiches.
Wasatch Mountains
For something light, pick up a BLT or portobello veggie sandwich to go at the Deli and then enjoy it on the grounds.
Chico Certified Farmers Market
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Rain or shine, this excellent open-air market brings in the best from the valley, artisanal baked goods and coffee.
Reno
A popular, casual Vietnamese noodle shop just off the casino strip that serves up bowls upon bowls of steamy soup.
Western New York
Find excellent NYC-style pizza and other bar food at this long-established place a 5-mile drive east of the falls.
Yosemite National Park
Fight the chipmunks for burgers, hot sandwiches, wraps, chili, salads and fries alfresco. Expect crowds and lines.
Kanab
For a departure from Southwestern cuisine, go here for surprisingly good Chinese food; great vegetable selection.
Cody
Excellent coffee, gourmet sandwiches and massive cinnamon rolls – there's lots to like about this casual place.
San Diego
A classic low-key Mexican joint serving the works: fish tacos, ceviche, burritos, quesadillas, tostadas and more.
Kona Coast
Locally owned supermarket chain stocking groceries, beach snacks and drinks, with a full-service deli and bakery.
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Besides the groceries and organic products, there's a coffee bar, sustainable sushi, salads and kombucha on tap.
Northwest Territories
Berro's does a brisk business in decent deep-pan pizzas; also does burgers. Canteen ambiance. Takeout available.
Burlington
A Burlington fixture since 1925, this old-school diner has breakfast all day and a variety of weekend specials.
Sedona
Stock up on healthy groceries, good cheese and wines here. There's also a deli with good sandwiches and snacks.
New Brunswick
Grab fresh seafood and strawberry daiquiris at always-packed Captain Dan's at the busy Pointe-du-Chêne Wharf.
Todos Santos
Coffee-conscious travelers can consume cappuccinos with savory pastries, mammoth muffins or great main dishes.
British Columbia
Always buzzing, Mugshots offers enjoyable coffee, baked goods, soups and sandwiches, and has internet access.
Arizona
Basic fare includes hamburgers, bean burritos and the Supai taco (same as a Navajo taco, made with frybread).
Southeast Alaska
You can mingle with trollers, long-liners and Pelican seafood workers at this classic Alaskan fishers’ bar.
Prince William Sound
A supermarket with a deli, drip-coffee flasks, ATM and Western Union. It also sells camping and fishing gear.
Northern Minnesota
Mmm, doughnuts. Staff nobly arrive at 3am each morning to fry and glaze. Try the elephant ear–like skizzle.
Saskatchewan
This cafe and bar is nothing special, but it's your best bet in Ogema to feed the need with simple pub food.
Lake Tahoe
With floral carpet and a mirrored ceiling, this meat-heavy joint is visually bizarre enough to merit a peek.
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Made-to-order deli sandwiches and salads are good-value options at this cheaper alternative at Pebble Beach.
