Must-see restaurants in North America

  • Ficelle Boulangerie Patisserie

    Condesa

    For an afternoon pick-me-up, grab a coffee and a pastry from this French-style bakery. Choose from a selection of pastelitos (little pastries) so you can…

  • Merkava

    Condesa

    If you get a hankering for authentic Israeli food while in Mexico City, head to Merkava. Be sure to try the hummus; it’s always packed with flavor and…

  • Leaning Pear

    Hill Country

    Get out of the crowded downtown area for a relaxed lunch. This cafe exudes Hill Country charm like a cool glass of iced tea, with salads and sandwiches…

  • Royers Pie Haven

    East Texas

    This appealing cafe is run by the local Royers clan and is just the spot if all you want is a fine coffee drink and a slice of one of the legendary pies…

  • Green Truck

    Savannah

    Casual pub serving locally sourced and housemade fare (right down to the ketchup). Its burgers are the best in town – we love the Trailer Park, adorned…

  • Tookie's

    East Texas

    Everybody's favorite burger: the thick beef patties and hand-cut onion rings have cooked up a passionate following. Tookie's is as casual as it gets,…

  • Tokyo Noodle Shop

    Edmonton

    Great sushi and noodles by the gallon, plus bento boxes, rice bowls and all the tasty appetizers you'd expect in an authentic Japanese restaurant. Nothing…

  • A Saigon Café

    ʻIao Valley & Central Maui

    The oldest and best Vietnamese restaurant on Maui is out of the way, but it rewards the search. Menu stars include Buddha rolls in spicy peanut sauce and…

  • El Sur

    San Francisco

    Buttery, flaky Argentine empanadas (pastry pockets) with decadent, savory fillings. To find where your empanada is right now, follow El Sur's vintage 1970…

  • Rocking V Cafe

    Kanab

    Fresh ingredients star in dishes like hand-cut buffalo tenderloin and curry with mixed veggies and quinoa. Local artwork is on display in a gallery…

  • Kailua Farmers Market

    Kailua

    Artisan breads, organic fruit and veggies, and filling plate meals, from island-style barbecue to Filipino stew, are sold by vendors in the large parking…

  • Midtown Cafe

    Northern Colorado

    For a look at the local arts scene, stop by this bookstore-art-gallery-cafe. The large open dining room fills with locals who enjoy the big breakfasts and…

  • Zion Park Gift & Deli

    Springdale

    Sharing a space with a souvenir shop, this one-counter wonder turns out good sandwiches (including boxed lunches for the park), breakfasts, chocolates and…

  • State Line

    El Paso

    Vegetarians, plug your ears: it's hard to say what we like better, the groovy roadhouse-style decor, or the mounds and mounds of delicious, steaming…

  • Dubl-R Old Fashioned Hamburgers

    Dallas & the Panhandle Plains

    Chargrilled burgers with grilled onions and all the usual toppings are the thing at this near-shack local legend. Have a shake, maybe some tots and scarf…

  • Squatters Roadhouse Grill

    Park City

    A favorite local hangout and the best of the town brewpubs, as far as food goes. We love the Asiago, cheddar and Havarti mac-and-cheese. Breakfast is…

  • Laverne's

    Thousand Islands

    Previously known as the Socialist Pig, the new restaurant still focuses on BBQ and brunch with cool decor including a counter made of old books. The food…

  • Café Madrid

    Dallas

    The rustic Spanish decor – wine barrels, warm saffron walls – comes to life with live flamenco guitar music. Tasty tapas at decent prices. Also serves…

  • Mercado Barrio Antiguo

    Monterrey

    Monterrey's new culinary destination is a photogenic food hall with communal tables ringed by over a dozen vendors selling street food and desserts. There…

  • Sinyella Store

    Arizona

    The first shop you’ll see as you walk through the village, run by a very friendly family. It sometimes has breakfast burritos and tamales, and always has…

  • State 48 Tavern

    Grand Canyon Region

    The most happening place in town also has the best menu, ranging from pear-and-gorgonzola burgers to kimchi BBQ fries to coconut shrimp tacos. Good beer…

  • Iron Hill Brewery

    Delaware

    The spacious and airy multilevel Iron Hill Brewery is set in a converted brick warehouse on the riverfront. Satisfying microbrews pair nicely with the…

  • Halls Chophouse

    Charleston

    Hands down the best restaurant for getting all done up, squeezing in at the bar and ordering a sizable, rare cut of steak with several glasses of Napa…

  • Nonsolo

    Roma

    Roma residents head here for late-night pizza, midday wine offers and huge portions of pasta. There's a brick pizza oven, cheap beer, and plenty of…

  • Redd Wood

    Napa Valley

    Celeb-chef Richard Reddington's casual Italian trattoria serves outstanding homemade pastas, salumi and tender-to-the-tooth pizzas from a wood-fired oven.

  • El Pulgarcito de America

    Panhandle Plains

    The kind of unassuming but excellent Mexican restaurant that pops up like treasure in west Texas. Just try to decide between the green enchiladas and the…

  • Mi Casa

    Southern Arizona

    This tiny, mustard-yellow hacienda with blue trim serves very good Mexican food. It's pretty much the only place in Benson where you may have to wait for…

  • La Cueva del Pescador

    Akumal

    Near the town's entrance, this popular foreigners' hangout does good grilled fish dishes and shrimp tacos in a casual atmosphere with outdoor seating…

  • Co Pain Bread Company

    New Brunswick

    Follow your nose to this amazing bakery for fresh bread, scones, raisin rolls and almond croissants. Cheese and sliced meat is also available for a full…

  • Ululani's Hawaiian Shave Ice

    Lahaina

    For over-the-top (literally) shave ice, amble up to the counter at the second location of Ululani’s Hawaiian Shave Ice and take your pick of tropical…

  • Gabrieau's Bistro

    Nova Scotia

    Fine dining inspired by classic French and Italian cuisine is chef Mark Garibeau's stock-in-trade, and his restaurant is far and away Antigonish's top…

  • Una

    Calgary

    There's often a line out the door but nobody seems to mind waiting – that's how good these thin-crust pizzas are. There's plenty of good house wine, too.

  • Bridget Dolan’s

    Coastal Highway 1

    Part of the Sacred Rock Resort, sweet, little Bridget Dolan’s serves straight-forward cookin’ like pot pies, grilled cheese melts and bangers and mash.

  • Blue Toque Diner

    British Columbia

    Part of the Arts Station community gallery, this is the place for breakfast. The menu features lots of seasonal and organic vegetarian specials.

  • Corner Cafe

    Newport

    This cheery cafe has good coffee and some of the best-value breakfasts in Newport, including a memorable eggs Benedict and some good vegetarian options.

  • Blackbird Bakery

    Around Seattle

    This lauded bakery is always crowded in the mornings. Queue up for a sweet (killer muffins and croissants) or savory (cheesy biscuits and bialys) treat.

  • Steamboat Springs Farmers Market

    Steamboat Springs

    This market, held on Saturday, brings in local farmers from across northern Colorado. There are over 50 vendors selling veggies, baked goods and bread.

  • Beppe & Gianni's Trattoria

    Eugene

    One of Eugene's most beloved restaurants, Beppe & Gianni's serves up homemade pastas and excellent desserts. Expect a wait, especially on weekends.

  • MeMe's Cafe

    Springdale

    For a coffee and sweet crêpes, make MeMe's Cafe your first stop of the day. It also serves salads, savory crêpes, burgers, brats and vegan meatloaf.

  • County Canteen

    Eastern Ontario

    This easygoing saloon offers a long list of craft beers and a global roster of eats, from bruschetta and quesadilla to Thai curry and Moroccan pita.

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