Marin County
This rustic-chic downtown culinary shop and cafe makes a yummy brunch stop for potato-celery root pancakes, huevos rancheros (fried eggs atop corn…
Must-see restaurants in The USA
Denver
Forget about ambience – this is a big yellow counter, fluorescent lights and a couple of slouching figures shoveling down tacos. But all will be forgiven…
Austin
Burritos – and nothing but – are why you come to Freebirds. Each one is custom-made under your watchful eye, with a boggling number of combinations of…
Streetcar Suburbs
There's nothing fancy going on at this popular lunchtime spot, but it sure is tasty. Settle in for delicious falafel, assorted kebabs, or the all-time…
Central New Mexico
Famous for its flame-roasted red and green chile, this Ski Valley institution serves fabulous northern New Mexican cuisine – the breakfast burritos make…
Oklahoma
Let the old road signs and classic advertisements take you back to the Oklahoma of yesteryear at this decent burger, steak and barbecue joint, housed in…
Olive Oatman Restaurant-Saloon
Arizona
American Indian frybread and Navajo tacos share menu space with more generic American staples such as fried chicken and burgers at this timber-clad…
North Coast & Redwoods
You can’t beat the atmosphere at this diner; a former pharmacy dating back to 1870. Trophy heads hang from the wall, the floors slant at a precarious…
Faubourg Marigny & Bywater
As it’s usually called, '13' is a diner with a twist: much of its delicious greasy-spoon fare is actually vegetarian. A Philly cheesesteak, for example,…
SoHo & Chinatown
If you're hell-bent on having a Little Italy dinner, Da Nico is a classic. It's family-run and traditional in feel and the extensive restaurant highlights…
Midcoast Maine
The main draw at this bakery are ponderously huge whoopie pies (basically, two cakes with sweet cream filling) in 25 different flavors, including red…
Richmond
Head up the worn carpeted stairs to join the diners at Richmond's most popular – and crowded – Italian restaurant. Most regulars order pasta, which comes…
Greater Palm Springs
In a historic 1936 shack, owner Diana serves the same freshly ground yummy burgers on toasted buns her mom used to sell at her burger stand on the Venice…
South Lake Tahoe & Stateline
On the outskirts of town, just south of the agriculture inspection checkpoint, this place really lives up to its name; avoid the weekend crowds here…
Aspen & the Maroon Bells
Despite the cornball name, people love Lucy’s because staff cook the meat well and eschew the macho brass-fitted steakhouse posture for a small-town-cafe…
Boston
The cafeteria at the Museum of Science is set up like a food court, with a variety of food stations serving Tex-Mex, salads, pasta, pizza and coffee. Most…
Etta's Channel Side Restaurant
Virginia
As the name implies, Etta's has a waterfront view. A really superb waterfront view, when it comes to it, but that's not its best feature. Our favorite…
Tucson
This busy cafe and bakery has a handful of locations across town. Their specialties? Daily breads and a mouthwatering array of sandwiches – try Roger’s…
Midcoast Maine
This spot truly lives up to its name: it's a shack and it serves lobster rolls (and hot dogs, clam chowder, pulled pork and a few other goodies)…
Cape Cod
Set in an old sea captain's home painted a cheery yellow, this laid-back cafe offers breakfast fare of the waffles-and-eggs variety until closing…
Midcoast Maine
Perched smack on the water and open year-round, this long-standing harborfront restaurant specializes in seafood with a twist. Local crab and artichoke…
Kenmore Square & Fenway
This is a dark, urban gastropub with food and drinks for a refined palate. There is an eye-catching and daily-changing raw bar, while the short list of…
San Diego
Classic diner fare in retro surroundings including a counter top, blue booths and wood paneled walls. Dishes include salad, soups, chili, burgers and…
Champney's Restaurant & Tavern
Pioneer Valley
The bar and restaurant at the Deerfield Inn serves a traditional menu of burgers and pizzas at lunchtime and classic entrees like beef tenderloin for…
Northern Mountains
On a warm day – or, better yet, evening – the patio here is especially sweet. The menu features basic Californian cuisine (ribs, pork chops, half a roast…
San Diego
It’s out of the way and looks like it hasn’t been redecorated since the Carter administration, but local foodies love the namesake chicken pies, with…
Hudson Valley
It's difficult to resist turning off the highway to visit this giant sparkling chrome diner. There's been a diner here since the 1950s, and even though…
Southeastern Connecticut
The food's not bad, but you're paying for the views of the famous bridge, which are stunning. Giant windows upstairs frame swans-a-swimming in the river,…
Midcoast Maine
Kids getting cranky and momma needs a beer? Let the young ones run wild on the back lawn while you sip an IPA and savor a cheeseburger on the deck. This…
Austin
The large patio with its tall shady pecan trees is a huge draw at this friendly, festive spot near Barton Springs. There's plenty of satisfying American…
Northern Minnesota
Dig into walleye sandwiches, fish tacos in fry bread (deep-fried flat bread that's popular in Native American cuisine), wild rice casserole and other…
Westlake & Koreatown
Sure it’s called the Tofu House, but it still serves ‘small intestine of cattle.' While not the best Korean in the neighborhood, it's a decent standby if…
Denver
The lunch buffet ($11) attracts a load of office workers. After dark the atmosphere gets a bit more upscale, with couples snuggling into booths for a…
Shenandoah Valley
Comfort food – burgers, shrimp and grits, pastas – dominates the small menu at this chic eatery in a heritage-listed 18th-century house on Main St…
Minneapolis
These tattooed ladies with bright-hued hair make seriously badass doughnuts (including many vegan ones) in their punk pink shop in the heart of 'Eat…
Southwest Colorado
Somewhere between the thick soups and greasy plates, this classic pub fare gets motors started. Perhaps for the lack of pretension, or the very friendly…
Southwest Colorado
Good-tasting food at bargain prices draws the crowds on any given night. Though a chain, it does a great job. The chicken mole, seafood tacos and carne…
Midcoast Maine
In the Harraseeket Inn, this rustic, wood-floored charmer has a good selection of microbrews and high-end bistro fare, including steamed clams, surf 'n'…
Alaska
Over in Browerville across from the Iñupiat Heritage Center, this supermarket has quick eats and groceries at diet-inducing prices. Many visitors come by…
Long Beach & San Pedro
Terrific, affordable seafood house. Step to the counter and order yellowtail, salmon, trout, mahi mahi or halibut glazed and grilled and served with two…
