Southern Vermont
The sublime location on the banks of the West River makes this one of Brattleboro's most pleasant places to grab a bite. The varied menu features burgers,…
Must-see restaurants in New England
Back Bay
If there's anything that Bostonians love more than the Standells, it's pizza. That explains why the kids are lining up to get theirs from Dirty Water…
Boston
It's unusual that something so classy, so contemporary and so cosmopolitan should find a home in historic Blackstone Block. But here it is: Korean fusion…
Southern Maine Coast
In a genius move, this Cape Porpoise gem has one location but two faces: sit upstairs in Pier 77 if you're after a fancy(-ish) night out, or downstairs in…
Southern Vermont
Stenciled tables, woven cushions and ceramic platters hung on the mustard-yellow walls create a folksy backdrop at this popular breakfast and lunch…
Pioneer Valley
Locally sourced meats and Italian-style cheeses from nearby farms are given a Tuscan twist, and the pasta and gnocchi is made fresh daily at one of…
Newport
With its outdoor tiki lounge, corduroy-velvet couches, stylish Formica tables and wood-paneled walls, this bar-cum-restaurant (mains $18 to $24) is indeed…
Midcoast Maine
The Hoot is a farm-to-table restaurant in the original sense – ie it's a restaurant attached to a farm, located about 3.5 miles south of Belfast in…
Southern Vermont
Attached to the wonderful Northshire Bookstore, this cafe makes a perfect place to break for breakfast, lunch or coffee in between browsing the shelves or…
Portland
Deli-style sandwiches like the avocado naan and Korean fried chicken grace the menu at this hip downtown spot, which is popular with young Portland…
Midcoast Maine
Plenty of restaurants try to recreate the atmosphere of a cozy home dining room; Sammy's pulls this off with aplomb. The seasonal, ever-changing menu is…
Connecticut
Folks come from all over for heavenly manna like angel biscuits, dirt bombs (light, flaky inside, dusted with cinnamon outside) and kalamata-olive…
New Hampshire
The top spot to eat inside these stylish digs is the enclosed patio overlooking the crowds strolling Main St. The brick-oven pizzas are a house specialty,…
Martha's Vineyard
Be sure to head to the Grange Hall in the center of West Tisbury on market days for fresh-from-the-farm produce. The best time to go is Saturday, when it…
Cambridge
Punky staff serve fat sandwiches, fresh soup and salads, and delicious coffee and pastries, all with a generous helping of attitude. The limited seating…
Cambridge
This subterranean space is offering a fresh take on American cooking. The small plates are made for sharing, so everyone in your party gets to sample the…
South End & Chinatown
Gaslight is the friendly and affordable brasserie du coin (brasserie on the corner) that we all wish we had in our own neighborhood. Mosaic tiles, wood…
Midcoast Maine
At this high-quality pan-Asian eatery, the accomplished dishes dazzle palates with fresh flavor. Small plates range from lobster ravioli served in a rich,…
Southern Vermont
'We welcome your business and relish your buns' reads the sign at this friendly, family-run roadside snack shack just east of Wilmington along VT 9. All…
Student Prince Cafe & Fort Restaurant
Pioneer Valley
The Student Prince has been scratching those schnitzel and sauerkraut itches since 1935 and shows no signs of slowing down. Even if you're not in the mood…
South Shore
Quincy isn't exactly known for fine dining and cocktails, but the Townshend might just change that. The menu is broad (and frequently changing), but…
Portland
The 1lb 'hand slab' is huge – a doughy slab of focaccia topped with tomato and cheese – and perfect for ensuring the beer (there are 20 on tap) doesn't go…
Providence
Every bit as good as they say, this New American bistro has a seasonal menu featuring dishes like rabbit loin with sweet-pea sauce, roasted sole, and beef…
Nantucket
You can get your organic juice and almond-milk latte fix at Lemon Press, a chic, design-minded cafe on Main St. The menu of sandwiches, wraps and bowls…
Cambridge
The post-industrial vibe at Area Four is perfect for the high-tech block where it's located (and for which it's named). Doubling as a cool cafe and modern…
Midcoast Maine
The answer to the question 'More oysters?' is always yes, in case you're wondering, and as such you should get yourself seated at North Beacon Oyster…
Midcoast Maine
The chef-owner's menu wanders the globe at this well-received addition to the Camden scene, sampling techniques and flavors to spice up the fine local…
South End & Chinatown
The upstairs dining room is exquisite, but the downstairs bistro exudes warmth and camaraderie, inviting casual callers to linger over wine and snacks. In…
Providence
A messy combination of neon, exposed brick and ductwork in Federal Hill; come here for tattooed cooks preparing a stellar brunch (served until 5pm) with…
Midcoast Maine
It's always a treat to find good Mexican food this far north, and El Ancla ('the anchor'), with a menu ranging from slow-roasted pork with achiote to…
Southern Vermont
Brattleboro's favorite bakery inspires poetic accolades for its breakfast breads, cakes, pastries and coffee with views of the Connecticut River. At…
Boston
Boston is one of the few US cities that boasts a Burmese restaurant. Yoma’s la phet thot (pickled green-tea-leaf salad) is the hands-down favorite, rich…
Southern Maine Coast
Warm, inviting Northern Union emphasizes wine pairings, although its food is pretty fantastic with or without vino. To wit: try mushrooms with black…
Martha's Vineyard
On a cold day, warm up with some chowder or opt for a super-fresh lobster roll at this rustic, no-frills, year-round fish market in Menemsha. Or go the…
Western Maine
A perfect little 'mountain bistro' where the emphasis is on great local, seasonal produce, delivered in creative small plates (panko-crusted fried green…
Pioneer Valley
Osaka's modern dining room is airy and bright, and it serves a wide menu of à la carte sushi as well as hibachi, udon and tempura. And if you're looking…
Newport
American Meg and her Aussie hubby have created this Australiana-themed cafe where you can sample Vegemite on toast, tuck into a freshly baked meat pie, or…
Streetcar Suburbs
Kupel's has 24 kinds of chewy bagels and 24 kinds of decadent cream cheese. We're not good at math, but that's a lot of breakfast goodness. Lines are out…
Black-Eyed Sally's BBQ & Blues
Connecticut
This booze, blues and BBQ palace drags in local and national acts and dishes out good 'ole fashioned Southern cooking, like fried green tomatoes, po' boys…
Portland
Hugo's has taken a few different turns over its lifetime and settled on this handsome, upscale incarnation, where the menu divides into 'Foraged & Farmed,…
