Mammoth Lakes
Since 2012, Toomey's chef, once of legendary Whoa Nellie Deli in Lee Vining, has been preparing his eclectic menu of wild-buffalo meatloaf, seafood…
Must-see restaurants in The USA
Northern Nevada
Locals love this airy modern take on a diner, with an extensive tea selection, fresh wildflowers on the tables and country music at a perfectly civilized…
Montana
Jersey attitude is in short supply in the service-with-a-smile at this popular pizza joint, although you might wish for a little more hustle in the…
Richmond
Forget any fuss or frills – this here is old-style Richmond dining and the locals love it. Eggs, subs, burgers, chili and hot dogs are on the menu, beer…
Miami
A fritanga is a Nicaraguan cafe, and if you've never eaten at one, here's a warning: Nicaraguans are not scared of big portions. This beloved spot,…
Gulf Coast
Decent New Orleans–style cooking can be found right here in Destin, and there's a gorgeous view overlooking the water to boot. Ocean-fresh seafood…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
This little restaurant, slotted next to the ribald karaoke at Kajun's, pumps out wonderful bowls of pasta. The homemade sauces are creative and tasty,…
Vermont
For a slice of retro Americana, stop at Middlebury's A&W Drive-In. Among the few remaining New England branches of this century-old national chain, it's…
Los Feliz & Griffith Park
Channeling an American Gothic vibe, this brooding, pocket-sized pizza joint remains a hit with locals hankering for pie. Personally, we think there are…
Coastal Georgia
A Greek cafe that does a take on the gyro: pork, lamb or beef are seasoned and pounded into gyro-like strips (it doesn't have a rotisserie), piled with…
Colorado Springs
Hit up Poor Richard's Restaurant for an additive-free meal. The casual restaurant is well-known for its delicious, hand-tossed, New York–style pizzas made…
Northern Minnesota
Order at the counter of this informal sandwich shop and ice cream parlor, and then wedge yourself into a table beside the exposed brick walls. There's a…
North Kohala
Hawi folks and West Coast transplants (to be fair, there's a lot of overlap between those categories) love this little Mexican place, which is basically a…
Central Colorado
Another of Colorado’s endless grill houses. This one serves pizza and green-chili burgers all day, and Korean BBQ ribs, lobster ravioli and tacos after…
San Diego
Zel was a longstanding local merchant, and his grandson continues the family tradition of welcoming locals and visitors, over excellent flatbread pizzas …
Taos
Pizza dreams come true with every possible ingredient under the sun at Taos' top pie palace; for example, the recommended Vera Cruz has chicken breast and…
Publick House Historic Tap Room
Massachusetts
The historic inn's original dining room features a rustic atmosphere, enhanced by the enormous wide-hearth fireplace. Here you can order a traditional…
Washington, DC
Although you'll find more atmosphere on the moon, you won’t find a better Chinese joint in the city limits. Fill yourself for next to nothing with a…
Midcoast Maine
This inviting wine-bar-esque haven looks more like a friend's tasteful living room scattered with multiple tables and sofas. Here you can kick back, enjoy…
Arkansas
There are no big surprises on the menu at the Southbound – this is a roll-up-your-sleeves spot for burgers, pizza, and similar pub grub – but the food is…
North Coast & Redwoods
Go to this old-school, diner-type place for a panoramic view of the sea more than the food (avoid the clam chowder, it tastes suspiciously canned...)…
New Orleans
The food is fresh and light but deceptively filling inside this spare and shiny cube. Magasin has an airy coffee-shop vibe, and one almost expects to see…
Disneyland Resort
Near the Disneyland entrance, this old-timey, wood-built spot serves baked potato soup, sourdough bacon cheese melt, meatloaf and gravy, fried chicken and…
New Orleans
This ode to the Greatest Generation looks like a 1940s doo-wop diner: white-capped waitstaff beside the tables and black-and-white photos on the wall…
Las Vegas
A dramatic entrance leads inside where power brokers recline against high-backed chairs amid boldly colored paintings and theatrical curtains. The…
Central Colorado
Built in 1862, this still-dark, still-dusty saloon has tons of life and character, and is known for its grill-your-own steaks. That's right. You order and…
Corpus Christi
Perched over the water, Harrison's Landing serves up blackened red snapper tacos, fish and chips, and blue-cheese burgers in a casual open-sided setting…
Cape Cod
One of those fun, family-friendly, unstuffy waterfront places the Cape specializes in. The menu is big (including options for kids and land-food-only…
Santa Fe
Sure this raucous, cavernous, Railyard landmark is always packed with tourists, and most likely you’ll have to wait, but it’s good – even great – for…
Washington, DC
The brainchild of a former Guinness employee, Kirwan’s Irish Pub at the Wharf presents authentic Irish food in an airy setting (including two outdoor…
Southern Nevada
Mel's is the go-to place in town for hearty, non-greasy (well, not too greasy) breakfasts, as well as heavier home-style cookin' such as meatloaf and…
Back Bay
At the corner of Mass Ave and Comm Ave (get it?) this is all very elegant, with chandeliers, dark wood furniture and big picture windows overlooking the…
Midcoast Maine
When a restaurant specializes in smoked meats and enormous Bloody Marys, well, it doesn't take much more to convince us. Burgers with pork belly, racks of…
Moab
With dark pleather booths, fishbowl margaritas and some competent delivery of the usual suspects, this regional chain restaurant is not a bad choice…
New Mexico
This trademark Route 66 eatery first opened its doors in 1959, and serves homemade chile rellenos and other tasty diner grub dressed up with a New Mexican…
Kaibab National Forest
This small and friendly store, coffee truck and gas station north of the park entrance sells a limited selection of groceries, wine and beer. There are…
East Nashville
Every city has a version of the fun-loving Rosepepper. There's a cactus emblazoned on the menu, and free chips and salsa on the table. The fare is…
Yosemite National Park
Browse the busy aisles of the Tuolumne Meadows Store, which stocks just about every necessity you could possibly have forgotten: wine, beer, chips,…
San Diego
Head to this beachside classic for ocean views. The atmosphere is chic and the food imaginative, like stone fruit–burrata salad with arugula, whipped…
Arizona
It's brews and views at this busy microbrewery overlooking London Bridge, one of the more popular places in town. Steaks, burgers and salads are on the…
