Santa Ynez Valley
Share (they're big) a Danish butter ring or keep a fruit-filled pastry or apple strudel all to yourself. It makes for a great breakfast or afternoon treat…
Must-see restaurants in The USA
Vail
If you’re looking for center-cut Angus, beef ribs or surf-and-turf in pressed-tablecloth environs, this intimate steakhouse is a good choice. Sides are…
Southeastern Utah
Anasazi serves pretty standard all-American fare (think meatloaf, fish tacos, steaks and pizza), but it does try to use local produce and sustainable…
Napa Valley
The definitive Wine Country deli: excellent cheeses, charcuterie, bread, olives and wine – however pricey. Find tables outside, or ask where to picnic…
Southwest Colorado
Housed in Far View Lodge, this self-service place offers reasonably priced meals and a convenient espresso bar. Don’t miss the house special: the Navajo…
Portland
Scandi food fiends should line up here for their gravlax fix. There are also Danish pancakes, Swedish hash and Norwegian lefse (traditional flatbread).
White Mountains
This popular place serves hearty pub fare like sandwiches, burgers and fish and chips, with pool tables and Friday karaoke providing entertainment on the…
Northern Nevada
A great small-town coffeehouse with cute namesake paraphernalia for sale, friendly service and an eponymous signature drink that will keep you going till…
Estes Park
Affordable and friendly, this riverfront mountain pizzeria offers a good selection of yummy wraps, burgers and sandwiches to go with its signature savory…
North Dakota
This hip breakfast and lunch cafe serves farm-to-table, premium-priced fare in a minimalist environment amid good tunes. Most of the food suppliers are…
Russian River Area
Gourmet burgers, hot dogs and grilled sandwiches, along with breakfast options and lots of veggie choices, behind the Rio Theater. Beer and wine also…
Poʻipu & the South Shore
This small local grocery store on the town's main drag holds its own by stocking the basics, plus prepackaged Japanese snacks and Kauaʻi-made Taro Ko…
New York
This solid option on Oswego's main drag has lots of modern American favorites and a few international options, like barbacoa braised beef tacos, on the…
Alaska
You'll find decent enough burgers, fish sandwiches and the like at this roadside stop. You can also nab a box lunch if you want to keep trucking up the…
Gold Coast
Located by the chain ferry, Wicks gets props for its lake perch and live music on weekends. The pizzas, fish tacos and 20 beers on tap are pretty good,…
Sarasota
On St Armands Circle, this small, casual diner is a go-to destination for a prebeach breakfast or quick lunch. A second one of these opened on Longboat…
Las Vegas
We'd say that Mr. Ramsay's high-traffic fish and chippery (perhaps Vegas' most prominent) ain't all that fish-tastic, but we're afraid of him yelling at…
Aleutian Islands
Directly attached to Harbor View Bar & Grill, this place serves the best sushi in a town that knows its seafood.
New Mexico
The preferred hangout of crusty old locals, you can slip into a red-vinyl booth here for some straight up, down home, New Mexican grub and solid…
Massachusetts
More than a dozen kinds of hot dogs, from a German Shepherd (with fresh sauerkraut) to a Chihuahua (with jalapeños, salsa and cheese). Located on the Neck.
Lone Pine
You can satisfy most of your needs at this mash-up of a gift shop, deli, ice-cream parlor and cafe. Soups, pastries and hiking fare to go are also offered.
Vail
Part of the Arrabelle, the Tavern is a typical resort restaurant. The food is decent, but all in all unspectacular.
Sacramento & the Central Valley
Debate about which of Chico’s taco trucks is best can quickly lead to fisticuffs, but the smoky carnitas tacos served at this mobile kitchen are a dream.
Grumpy's Ice Cream & Popcorn – Egg Harbor
Door County
Local purveyor of ice cream, popcorn, fudge and coffee, and a popular after-dinner pilgrimage destination for kids (and their parents) from May to October.
Sodolak’s Beefmasters Restaurant
East Texas
Down-home-style steaks and burgers without pretension or preposterous prices. The dining room is simple, which means your focus will be on, yes, the beef.
Portland
This tiny, aesthetically hip bakery serves baked-from-scratch pastries, awesome pies, melt-in-your-mouth chocolate-chip cookies and fabulous whoopie pies.
Illinois
This Route 66 legend – the reputed birthplace of the corn dog! – has memorabilia and souvenirs in addition to the deeply fried main course on a stick.
Moab
Authentic Thai cafe for curries and organic basil chicken. Service is sleepy and the ambiance generic, but if you’re hot for spice, it usually delivers.
Anchorage
Down-home, pan-fried chicken is the main draw at this busy diner. No frills, just deep-fried goodness, cheap and delicious burgers and massive milkshakes.
Alaska
This cheap (by Nome standards) and cheerful diner does up platters of gyoza, chicken katsu, teriyaki and the usual Arctic slate of burgers and sandwiches.
The Deserts
This locally adored cafe serves breakfast anytime along with American and Mexican classics, from burgers to burritos. Friendly and swift service to boot.
Juneau
The former South East Waffle Co still does waffles at its Auke Bay cafe despite the name change. Try 'em with blueberries, eggs, cinnamon or even salmon.
San Joaquin Valley
A simple Basque eating hall loaded with character. You can order the nine – yes nine – sides without a main dish, or loosen your belt and get it all.
Arizona
Snag a table among the regulars at this Mexican greasy spoon for housemade tortillas and tempting daily specials: tacos, smothered burritos and fajitas.
Mount Desert Island
This tiny food truck near the dock whips up tasty lobster rolls as well as hot dogs. There's a small convenience store next door for drinks and snacks.
Arizona
This bright and airy spot doesn't deviate from the international template for Thai restaurants, but it's clear the chef hails from the mother country.
Russian River Area
One mile west of Guerneville, this roadhouse barbecue joint, with redwood-shaded patio, serves good house-smoked meats but the fries could be better.
Wasatch Mountains
Spanning several restaurant spaces, this casual Provo staple does tasty rice bowls, big salads and bakery goods. Popular with both moms and students.
Wicker Park, Bucktown & Ukrainian Village
The west side's quintessential taco stop after a long night of drinking. Also great for quesadillas, burritos, tortas and hangover-curing breakfasts.
Flagstaff
Aside from interesting confections like gourmet caramel apples, this sugary haven carries nostalgic American candies such as Lemonheads and BB Bats.
