Must-see restaurants in North America

  • Alma's

    Western Newfoundland

    Follow the locals into this no-frills family diner for heaping portions of cod, scallops, fish cakes and berry pies. Your best bet for a good meal in town…

  • Volare Italian Restaurant

    East Texas

    Authentic rustic Italian meals are served in a lovely wooden house. Look for faves like lasagne as well as seafood and meaty mains. The wine list is…

  • Mazama Store

    North Cascades

    Walk in from the boondocks and arrive amid the busy scene of an organic market and deli. Everything's pretty pricey, but after you've spent a day in the…

  • Pittsburgh Public Market

    Pittsburgh

    This giant indoor market caters to the need for downtown to have easy access to fresh produce, meats, cheeses and other local products. Note that many…

  • Dara Thai Cafe

    Kaibab National Forest

    An unassuming spot tucked down a quiet side street, this is your only option for a lighter alternative to meat-heavy menus elsewhere in town. Despite its…

  • Butcher Boy's

    Northeast Texas

    Join the crowds queuing at the counter to place your order for great burgers, chicken-fried steak or barbecue. Options are many, try the fried okra. It's…

  • Taco La Paz

    Guadalajara

    Guadalajara may be a fair distance from the ocean, but fish and seafood remain a passion. For prawn and fish tacos, this simple eatery can't be beat and…

  • Rampart Food Store

    Faubourg Marigny & Bywater

    This convenience store is run by Vietnamese immigrants who know how to make some of the best, most overstuffed shrimp po’boys in New Orleans. Pass on…

  • Takashi

    Salt Lake City

    The best of a number of surprisingly good sushi restaurants here in landlocked Salt Lake, and often packed. Even LA restaurant snobs rave about the…

  • Two Sisters Bakery

    Homer

    This quintessential Homer institution has great fresh-baked bread and light snacks. There is a lilting air to the open-kitchen that seems pulled straight…

  • Art We Are

    British Columbia

    Tea joint, local artist venue, hangout, bakery and more – this funky cafe is a great place to let some Kamloops hours slip by. The organic menu changes…

  • Society Bakery

    Dallas

    This top Dallas bakery has three locations. It features from-scratch, all-butter cupcakes in banana chocolate chip, Italian cream and red velvet, among…

  • Sackett’s Kenai Grill

    Kenai Peninsula

    Everything in this casual joint is made from scratch: from the buns to the barbecued pork and the pizza dough. It’s a local favorite and a great place to…

  • Crumb Brothers Artisan Bread

    Utah

    For baked goods that border on ecstasy, Crumb Brothers Artisan Bakery delivers. It also makes gorgeous, crusty organic breads on-site. If you're in town…

  • Uwe's Bakery & Deli

    San Antonio & Hill Country

    Get your streusels, danishes and pretzels here, as well as sandwiches, wraps, soup and daily specials. It's not all German specialties here, but they've…

  • Providore Fine Foods

    Portland

    Do your grocery shopping wine-in-hand at this gourmet supermarket, housed in a sleek modern building that also contains a bakery, oyster bar, flower shop…

  • High Hat Cafe

    New Orleans

    At this bustling neighborhood spot, simple bayou and delta dishes – fried catfish, BBQ shrimp and slow-roasted pork – are served with a hint of style…

  • Ono Farmers Market

    Hana & East Maui

    This fruit stand is the place to pick up Kipahulu-grown coffee, jams and the most incredible array of fruit, from papaya to rambutan. Look for it in the…

  • Saigon Boy Noodle House

    Ottawa

    Locals rate Saigon Boy as the city's best choice for pho, a Vietnamese soup containing rice noodles with beef or chicken. Other dishes, such as grilled…

  • Kelowna Farmers Market

    Kelowna

    The farmers market has more than 150 vendors, including many with prepared foods. Local artisans also display their wares. It's east of downtown near the…

  • Glover Street Market

    North Cascades

    Stop in for organic groceries, hearty breakfasts, healthy meals such as a quinoa bowl with spinach, roasted veg, tahini and avocado – as well as the best…

  • La Curva

    Sonora

    Set in the middle of town, this low-key place serves huge plates of traditional Mexican cooking. Try the amazing mariscada (seafood platter) or the carne…

  • PHOnatik

    Anchorage

    This busy southside joint serves up Alaska-sized bowls of excellent pho, great for warming up after a chilly Hillside hike. Options range from vegetarian…

  • Carshon's Deli

    Fort Worth

    Since 1928 Fort Worth's only kosher deli has served up classic New York sandwiches. Half the fun's in watching local movers and shakers make and break…

  • Flats Bistro

    Kenai Peninsula

    Enjoy grand views of the Kenai River Flats as you sup on fresh Alaska seafood, house-made pasta or local greens. The dining is both comfortable and…

  • Lady Yum

    Pioneer Square, International District & SoDo

    The macarons at this high-femme Pioneer Square bakery are about as good as they get outside of Paris. Flavors like honey-lavender and chili-mango give…

  • Middle Way Cafe

    Anchorage

    This veggie-friendly cafe serves healthy breakfasts and organic salads, soups and sandwiches in a cozy, artsy atmosphere. Many vegan and gluten-free…

  • This Is It

    Houston

    Soul food served cafeteria-style in the Museum District: think oxtails, ham hocks and ribs – cooked from the, well, soul. The dining room is simple and…

  • Music Man

    Jersey Shore

    Have a little razzle-dazzle with your ice-cream sundae – the waitstaff belt out Broadway show tunes all night (from 5:30pm Friday to Sunday in June and…

  • Little Mermaid

    Homer

    Local ingredients, fresh seafood and a simple but creative menu make this little joint a locals' favorite. If it's carbs you're after, its hand-tossed…

  • Xetava Gardens Cafe

    St George

    We'd drive much further than 8 miles for the organic locavore fare served here in a stunning red-rock setting. Expect small plates (mahi cake), salads,…

  • Blue Dog Cafe

    Eastern Shore

    Serves up tasty crab cakes, flatbread pizza and Cajun-style shrimp on weekends only. There's live music some nights – from old-fashioned brass bands to…

  • Whitehouse-Crawford Restaurant

    Southeastern Washington

    Make a beeline for this fine-dining establishment housed in an impressively renovated 1905 woodworking mill. Great local seafood and produce highlight the…

  • Vermillion 45

    Kanab

    French- and Italian-inspired fare such as sea-scallop risotto and braised short-rib stew are served in a casual bistro setting with an open kitchen. Save…

  • East Coast Bistro

    Saint John

    Combining French flair with local ingredients, this chic, brick-walled bistro is all about flavor. Watch elegant dishes featuring seafood, duck or steak…

  • Collin's Grill

    Wasatch Mountains

    Mid-mountain, try Collin’s Grill for homemade artisanal soups and breads (make reservations), natural meats that are regionally sourced and grilled Utah…

  • Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

    Honolulu

    Located in the heart of Pearl City, this convenient branch of the well-known java joint is a central spot for a quick caffeine fix, a pastry or a light…

  • Tacos del Gnar

    Telluride

    The second outlet of a no-nonsense taco shop that puts flavor ahead of frills. Its fusion-style tacos, borrowing from Korean BBQ and Asian flavors, will…

  • Narobia's Grits & Gravy

    Savannah

    Lovers of soul food, seafood and breakfast food will get their fill with the simple, hearty plates at this humble hole in the wall. The French toast and…

  • Ficelle Boulangerie Patisserie

    Condesa

    For an afternoon pick-me-up, grab a coffee and a pastry from this French-style bakery. Choose from a selection of pastelitos (little pastries) so you can…

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