Must-see restaurants in New England

  • Virgilio's Italian Bakery

    Massachusetts

    Primarily a takeout joint, Virgilio's has excellent sandwiches and other Italian treats. Try the famous St Joseph sandwich – like an Italian sub on a…

  • Jo Jo TaiPei

    Streetcar Suburbs

    Jo Jo TaiPei is the keystone of Boston’s 'Little Taiwan' – a Taiwanese bakery and a bubble-tea cafe are across the street. Try the three cups tofu and…

  • Zuppardi's Apizza

    New Haven

    In the quieter neighborhood of West Haven, Zuppardi's is a great alternative to the New Haven pizza mob, if you're looking for somewhere without the…

  • Dunne's Ice Cream

    Southern Maine Coast

    Grabbing a cone on the way to see the Nubble Light is a beloved summer tradition here. Try some classic New England favorites like grape-nut, wild…

  • Bailey's Bubble

    New Hampshire

    This old-time fave has scooped ice cream for generations of families, and is still the most popular gathering spot in the summer. There are more than 20…

  • Port Hunter

    Martha's Vineyard

    Set in a high-ceiling building with an industrial vibe that harkens back to Edgartown's past as a busy harbor, Port Hunter has a diverse menu of high-end…

  • Engine Room

    Southeastern Connecticut

    Promising beer, bourbon and burgers, this place delivers. Evocatively set in the old Lathrup Marine Engine building, it's an excellent place to eat and…

  • Amore Breakfast

    Southern Maine Coast

    When the French toast is made from lemon bread and comes stuffed with cream cheese and berries? That's amore. When the eggs Benedict comes with sautéed…

  • Maison Villatte

    Cape Cod

    A pair of French bakers crowned in toques work the ovens at this buzzing bakery-cafe, creating crusty artisan breads, flaky croissants and sinful pastries…

  • Solé

    Connecticut

    Sit at the marble-topped bar with a glass of pinot grigio and watch the chef prepare wood-fired pizzas and northern Italian dishes, such as Tuscan bread…

  • Booktrader Cafe

    New Haven

    This light-filled, new-and-used book-filled atrium (you won't believe how many books there are) is a delightful place to devour scrumptious sandwiches and…

  • Mrs Bridge's Pantry

    Connecticut

    Sit down to English tea with crumpets, scones and clotted cream in this quaint wooden teashop. Tea comes served in china cups and there's a light menu of…

  • Relish

    Provincetown

    Relish is a beachy sandwich shop and bakery that's conveniently located on the way from town to the salt marsh. On summer mornings it's common to…

  • The Place Restaurant

    Connecticut

    Drive in, snag a tree stump for a stool, crack open the cold beer or wine you've brought with you and order up a feast of littleneck clams, lobsters and…

  • Boru

    Newport

    Queue at this newcomer on the Newport restaurant scene for Japanese ramen noodles with a twist, such as Thai seafood ramen with sweet potato in a green…

  • Modern Pastry Shop

    Boston

    The 'Modern' Pastry Shop feels anything but. This family-owned bakery has been making delectable cookies and cannoli for some 70 years. Always a contender…

  • Steamship Pier Bar & Grill

    Northern Vermont

    Affiliated with North Hero House inn, this waterfront eatery serves up burgers, fish tacos, lobster rolls and cocktails smack on the pier beside…

  • Rincon Taqueria

    Connecticut

    Friendly staff and spotless surrounds welcome you to this homey Chilean-Mexican joint serving delicious tacos, tamales and burritos as big as a baby's arm…

  • Scialo Bros Bakery

    Providence

    Since 1916, the brick ovens at this Federal Hill relic have turned out top-notch butterballs, torrone (a nougat and almond combo), amaretti, and dozens of…

  • Susan's Fish & Chips

    Portland

    Pop in for fish-and-chips and plenty of deep-fried seafood at this no-fuss, family-friendly eatery on US 302. It's low on pretension, high on good cheer…

  • NECI on Main

    Northern Vermont

    NECI's multilevel signature restaurant focuses on farm-to-table locavore food. There's an open window to the kitchen, allowing you to watch student chefs…

  • Helmut's Strudel

    Massachusetts

    For dessert, try this Austrian bakery, near the outer end of the Neck. Helmut's serves various strudels, filled croissants, pastries, cider and coffee…

  • Friends Market

    Providence

    This old-world-style grocery is tucked in among the trendy coffeehouses, salons and galleries of the Fox Point neighborhood and is a great place to pick…

  • Gray's Ice Cream

    East Bay

    In business since 1923, Gray's Ice Cream makes over 40 flavors of fresh dairy ice cream on-site daily. Stop by for a coffee cabinet (milkshake with ice…

  • Atlantic Baking Co

    Midcoast Maine

    This cheery bakery sells tasty sandwiches like curried chicken mango salad and the TBLT (roasted turkey, bacon, lettuce and tomato) on freshly baked bread…

  • Louis Family Restaurant

    Providence

    Wake up early to watch bleary-eyed students and carpenters eat strawberry-banana pancakes and drink drip coffee at their favorite greasy spoon long before…

  • Madison Brewing Co Pub & Restaurant

    Southern Vermont

    With 14 of its own brews on tap, this bustling two-level pub features fare ranging from sandwiches and burgers to steak, meatloaf, salads and pasta. The…

  • Crust & Crumb

    New Hampshire

    Get your whoopie pies here. And your scones, tarts, cookies and brownies. Did we mention it has coffee? It's a convenient downtown stop for a mid…

  • Via Lago Café

    Boston's Western Suburbs

    This cafe has high ceilings, intimate tables, a scent of fresh-roasted coffee and a great deli case. It's a perfect stop for breakfast or lunch, but the…

  • Corner Lunch

    Massachusetts

    Here you'll find a sweet prefab built by DeRaffelle in the 1950s. The exterior contains plenty of silvery metal panels and a big neon sign. Inside, there…

  • Smokin' Good BBQ

    Western Maine

    In the parking lot of the Good Food Store, this food trailer serves up some of the best barbecue for miles around. Feast on North Carolina pulled pork,…

  • Jimmy's Hideaway

    Provincetown

    You need to keep your eyes peeled for the sign to Jimmy's, aptly named 'Hideaway.' Once you've found it you'll be treated to a wonderfully delicate…

  • The Lobster Pot

    East Bay

    Since 1929 the Lobster Pot has been serving fresh seafood from its prime location on the Bristol waterfront, with fine alfresco dining in the warmer…

  • Bob's Clam Hut

    Southern Maine Coast

    Touristy? Yeah. Awesome? Completely. Order a basket of fried whole-belly clams at the walk-up window and sit at a picnic table watching the bumper-to…

  • Luca's Mediterranean Café

    New Hampshire

    Luca's serves tasty salads and gourmet sandwiches and burgers at lunch, while dinner sees a tempting array of pastas, fish dishes and steaks. Alfresco…

  • Pie in the Sky

    Cape Cod

    From early-morning coffees and croissants to warming soups and fab sandwiches, or even just afternoon cookies and tea, this cozy, long-running cafe has…

  • Otter Creek Bakery

    Vermont

    This bakery with outdoor seating is popular for takeout pastries, strong coffee and creative sandwiches. Traveling with a pooch? It'll lick your face if…

  • Harvest Market

    Stowe & Smugglers Notch

    Before you head for the hills, stop at this market for morning coffee, delicious pastries, Vermont cheeses, sandwiches, gourmet deli items and a wide…

  • Otto

    Connecticut

    A new, more reasonably priced and homey offer on Main St: wood-oven-fired pizzas in a variety of red and white sauces and toppings. Will you have room for…

  • O Steaks & Seafood

    New Hampshire

    At this stylish spot with grand views of the lake, choose from steaks, fish and the house specialty, lobster mac-and-cheese. Salads, burgers and fish and…