New Hampshire
A Dartmouth institution since 1947, this is Hanover's oldest establishment, always packed with students meeting for a coffee or perusing their books. From…
Must-see restaurants in New England
Burlington
An offshoot of Waterbury's legendary Hen of the Wood restaurant, this high-end dining mecca and its acclaimed chef Jordan Ware have repeatedly won 'Best…
White Mountains
Since 1938, when it began serving all-you-can-eat breakfast fare for 50¢, this local institution 2 miles west of Franconia has been cranking out pancakes,…
Connecticut
Locals love this wood-smoked Kansas-style barbecue famed for brisket, baby back ribs and pulled pork. Vegetarians might want to head elsewhere, although…
Burlington
After a stint in Italy rediscovering his Italian heritage – and authentic gelato-making techniques – Vermonter Paul Sansone returned to Burlington to…
Northern Vermont
At Greensboro's brand-new Highland Center for the Arts, this bright, high-ceilinged cafe takes advantage of its proximity to some of Vermont's finest…
Providence
Our most recent visit featured scallops with blackened bacon so perfect that they were celestial. Also enjoy wood-grilled leg of lamb, handmade cavatelli…
Boston
Paper plates, cans of soda, Sicilian pizza. This lunchtime legend (and 2018 James Beard Award winner!) closes as soon as the slices are gone. And…
Midcoast Maine
You're not missing the translation of some obscure form of Central European cuisine: Wannawaf is just midcoast Mainer for 'Wanna waffle?' In this case,…
Pioneer Valley
Locavores rave about this burger joint on Main St, where every effort is made to use locally sourced beef and produce. Burger-masters turn out eight tasty…
Boston's Western Suburbs
Understated and elegant, this modern restaurant is an anomaly in historic Concord – but that's a good thing. The menu – short but sweet – features…
New Hampshire
During presidential primary season, Lindy's is the place to see and be seen by the leading candidates. Past presidential guests include Bill Clinton,…
Providence
This friendly French bistro welcomes diners with inspiring homemade pâtés and charcuterie, escargots à la bourguignonne, and slow-roasted duck. They…
White Mountains
The gourmet burgers at this sleek box of deliciousness will set your world right after a rigorous hike in the Whites. The Wicked Hangry Burger is a Cajun…
Connecticut
Carole Peck, considered the Alice Waters of the East Coast, celebrates 25 years at this magnet for celebrities and lovers of fine food, who come for the…
Back Bay
This elegant spot pairs an old-fashioned concept (the `fish house') with thoroughly modern presentations of local seafood, from bluefish to swordfish and…
South End & Chinatown
True to its Spanish spirit, Toro is bursting with energy, from the open kitchen to the communal butcher-block tables. The menu features simple but sublime…
South End & Chinatown
Xiao long bao. That’s all the Chinese you need to know to take advantage of the specialty at the Gourmet Dumpling House (or GDH, as it is fondly called)…
Boston
There's a lot to look at when you sit down at Carmelina's, whether you face the busy open kitchen or the massive windows overlooking Hanover St. This…
White Mountains
The marquee outside this roadside shack – the one with the cracked pavement and corrugated siding – says it all: Peace, Love and Bacon. Grizzled regulars,…
Southern Maine Coast
MC Perkins Cove wins raves for its casual but exquisite way with local seafood. Start with Maine peekytoe crab cakes and move on to the renowned lobster…
South End & Chinatown
This place is essentially unmarked from the street, tucked into a tiny, cramped food court, sharing the space with a few other takeout places. There's…
Stowe & Smugglers Notch
This immensely popular eatery in a plank-floored 1820s farmhouse blends cozy atmosphere with delicious food from New York–trained chef Gary Jacobson …
Vermont
Since 1979, the Rubright family has been showing up at 4am daily to bake some of New England's finest doughnuts and bagels. Skiers on their way to the…
Boston's Western Suburbs
This is a cheese shop, as it claims, with an excellent selection of imported and local cheese, as well as wine and other specialty food items. But the…
South Shore
Plymouth is loving this gastropub, located on the main drag. The space is modern yet cozy, while the food is locally sourced and inventively prepared…
New Haven
With its peach-colored walls, Afro-Caribbean soundtrack and spirit-rousing cocktails, Soul de Cuba is warm and inviting. Aside from the enormous and…
Boston's Western Suburbs
Dating from the 19th century, this local dairy specializes in delectable ice cream, and frozen yogurt that tastes like delectable ice cream. If prices…
New Haven
Two-time winner of the Taste of the Nation Award, Chef Bun Lai presents sustainable sushi and sashimi concoctions with fantastic names. Even more…
Streetcar Suburbs
This small space is not only a tapas bar, but also a bookstore and music store. It all feels like you are eating, browsing books and listening to music in…
Woodstock Inn Station & Brewery
White Mountains
Formerly a railroad station, this place tries to be everything to everyone. With more than 150 items, it can probably satisfy just about any food craving,…
Southern Vermont
This classic 1950s-era diner serves breakfast all day and a healthy mix of American, Asian and Mexican fare, including vegetarian options. Enhancing the…
The Berkshires
Bagels by day, brews by night. Tasty bagel sandwiches are served for breakfast and lunch; then there's a dozen different beers on tap – most of them…
Portsmouth
This exceptional seafood cafe offers fresh catches of the day simply grilled or seared, plus unconventional twists like the haddock Piccata, with…
Vermont
Pop into this cheerful two-level cafe for croissants, scones, egg sandwiches and maple lattes in the morning, or settle in on the front patio for salads…
Stowe & Smugglers Notch
Casual fare, from tacos to burgers to mac ‘n’ cheese and milkshakes, dominates the menu at this popular spot near the heart of Stowe village. Walls…
South End & Chinatown
This is a tiny place with counter service, blackboard menu and a-MAZ-ing chocolate chip cookies. The sandwiches are also delish, especially the eggs…
Massachusetts
When there's a chill in the air, nothing warms body and soul like a bowl of hot soup. It's not much to look at, but the New England Soup Factory offers 10…
Connecticut
Belonging to a celebrated local dairy, this upscale restaurant uses the farm’s dairy products and sources other ingredients locally to produce its…
Massachusetts
Only one vestige of the 'old' Revere Beach remains: the world-famous Kelly's Roast Beef, which has been around since 1951 and still serves up the best…
