9206 Best Restaurants in USA

It may be worth hopping the Amtrak to San Juan Capistrano just for the chance to have breakfast or lunch at one of Orange County's most beloved restaurants, located in a historic board-and-batten home dating back to 1881. This café sits practically on the railroad tracks across from the depot—nab a table on the patio for cinnamon apple beignets, hush puppies with avocado aioli, and spicy crab salad on the à la carte breakfast and lunch menu. On weekends, there is a set two-course menu for $45 per person. 

This waterfront, outdoor gathering place brings diners from all over town for sunny day brunches and a beachy-bohemian Key West vibe. This is San Francisco's definitive destination for leisurely daytime eating and drinking—always slinging beers, burgers, and fish tacos to guests fighting hangovers or just relaxing after a busy day of work.

This traditional English-style pub serves better-than-usual tavern fare, as well as more than 100 beers—30 on tap—including five Fordham beers and others from around the world. Brunch is served on Sunday, and nationally known folk, rock, jazz, country, and bluegrass artists perform most nights.

Get ready for savory perfection with a concept built around locally sourced ingredients from ranchers, fishermen, and farmers who are dedicated to their harvest and sharing the beauty of their bounty. While the breakfasts (until 3 pm) are a hit, it’s what’s between the bread that matters, like Brandt beef patty burgers, smoked tri trip sandwiches, and beef sliders with homemade chips. Order at the counter for breakfast and lunch, or take it up a notch after 4 pm with full-service dinners offering dry-aged Brand beef with organic greens. The chef’s daily Brand Beef Tasting menu is what keeps customers loyal. If you fall in love with a cut, simply order any steak from the on-site butcher with a bottle of wine from the in-house market.

Given New Mexico's deep ties to its easterly neighbor, the Lone Star State, it's hardly surprising that the region has some top-notch barbecue joints, including this spacious, contemporary adobe building with two large patios. It turns out superb, fall-off-the-bone barbecue brisket, baby-back ribs, pulled pork, and smoked half-chicken. Fish tacos, steaks, burgers, and traditional New Mexican dishes round out the extensive menu. The Ranch House is about a 15-minute drive from the Plaza and a great option for visitors staying in hotels along Cerrillos Road.

This convivial neighborhood pub stands out because of its abundance of shaded patio seating (and full horseshoes pit) in the landscaped backyard. After a long day of hiking and exploring, the restaurant is a reliable bet for hearty comfort fare—sandwiches, half-pound burgers, fish-and-chips, and tacos, plus a daily special or two.

The casual Ranch House offers friendly service and moderate prices, making it a good choice for travelers on a budget or families who can't take another cafeteria meal. Western-style meals—pulled pork sandwiches, smoked spare ribs, rotisserie chicken—dominate the menu. The kitchen will prep your day's catch if you deliver it at least three hours in advance of dinner.

In a century-old adobe hacienda tucked into the mountains, with whitewashed walls, hand-stripped vigas, and cozy dining rooms, the Rancho de Chimayó is still owned and operated by the family that first occupied the house. Consistently good, reasonably priced New Mexican fare is served (the carne adovada with posole is especially good), and it's hard to deny the enchanting ambience of the place. There's a fireplace in winter and, in summer, a terraced patio shaded by catalpa trees. Breakfast is served on weekends. The owners also run a charming four-bedroom B&B, Hacienda de Chimayó, across the road.

John Lewis based his excellent and hugely successful Lewis Barbecue on the time he spent smoking meat in Austin, but he casts his gaze further back at Rancho Lewis, based on childhood memories of meals in New Mexico. Most patrons will mistake the menu for Tex-Mex, but the Hatch chiles and exceptional beans, sourced from Las Cruces, make his state allegiance clear.

An iconic 24/7 Inglewood landmark since 1952, Randy's Donuts is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the taste buds. Instantly recognizable by its giant 32-foot doughnut sign perched atop the building, this walk-up stand has become a beloved photo op and a must-visit Los Angeles attraction, featured in countless movies and TV shows. But it's not just about the spectacle—Randy's really does serve up some of the best doughnuts in town. From classic glazed to inventive flavors like Nutella or s'mores (though we're partial to the cherry iced), these handmade, doughy delights are consistently fresh, toothsome, and irresistible. The no-frills service is quick and friendly, perfect for grabbing a sweet bite on the go (or smuggling into a Beyoncé concert). Try the Texas-sized options if you're with a group. Don't leave Inglewood without trying this delicious piece of local history.

A local standby for any meal, the Range Café has a high comfort quotient with hearty dishes like their blue corn or fresh spinach enchiladas with black beans and arroz verde, biscuits and gravy, burgers, and the generously plated salmon-berry salad. Breakfast, served until 3 pm, has fans for its house-made green-chile turkey sausage and huevos rancheros. The food is fresh and well made, with dessert options heavy on pie and cakes. The Old Town–area outpost (like its other locations around town) takes its cues from the still-supreme Bernalillo original, with road trip–inspired decor, local art, and comfy booths.

This is one of Laughlin's most prestigious dining venues, a cozy, tiered room with river views and a solid selection of traditional steak house fare. Some menu items change seasonally to augment standards such as lamb chops, veal, and surf-and-turf selections. An extensive wine list adds to the elegant experience.

Rangoon offers friendly service and excellent takes on the cuisine of Myanmar, the country formerly known as Burma. Geographically, Myanmar shares borders with Thailand, China, and India, so think flatbread stuffed with masala-laced potatoes, chicken noodle soup spiked with coconut milk, and fried rice mingling with fermented tea leaves and toasted sesame seeds. The cocktail list incorporates Southeast Asian flavors into the drinks and the small, but excellent wine list includes some surprises, like a great natural orange wine from Croatia.

Arrive early for a seat at the wraparound bar and a perfectly made Negroni. The wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizzas are excellent, as is the inventive cocktail list and the plentiful supply of local beers on draft.

Nestled in Country Club Plaza's Raphael Hotel, this roomy European-style dining room is known for its New Zealand lamp chops and its rotating, prix fixe menu that features special wine pairings. There's live entertainment on weekends. There's also a brunch on Sunday.

This downtown family-owned, takeout-only joint serves quintessential American fare done up fast, fresh, and friendly: grilled burgers (doubled if you want), steamed dogs (chili and cheese if you please), French fries, onion rings, and, because this is coastal Maine, fried clam cakes and lobster rolls, too. To make a full meal of your fries, ask for poutine—they’ll top ‘em with gravy and cheese curds.

This small steak house manages to pack in huge flavor in their oak-grilled premium cuts of meat like Wagyu tri-tip, 40-day dry-aged bone-in New York strips, pork tomahawk, and king salmon. If you're not sure what to try, opt for one of the "Boards" to try a variety of the best cuts of the night, as determined by the chef.

Taking its name from the Hindi word for kitchen, this restaurant near the Providence city line serves cuisine from 27 regions of India. The menu includes numerous spicy, gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan selections.

Under the leadership of Neapolitan chef Fabrizio Schenardi, Ravello is a chic, modern Italian restaurant. Hand-tossed pizzas emerge from the oven—perhaps finished with house-made ricotta, arugula, and truffle oil; the pastas might be familiar or ambitious, like ravioli made with veal, spinach, and wild mushrooms; and the entrées are simple yet hearty, perhaps a 16-ounce, dry-aged rib eye with Fabrizio's special rub or a swordfish fillet. In the morning, the dining room is fresh and bright, perfect for a buffet or à la carte breakfast. On select mornings, this is also the backdrop for a Good Morning Breakfast with Goofy & Pals character meal. The $46 adult/$24 kid price tag includes a buffet with an omelet station plus a pic of each guest with Goofy.

Savory and dessert crepes are the focus at this small eatery furnished with plain wooden tables and chairs. Side orders of Belgian-style frites (fries) come in paper cones sized for an individual or a table of diners, and may include several kinds of dipping sauce. The Mamma Mia crepe wraps up Italian sausage with sweet and spicy peppers—a ubiquitous ingredient in upstate.

For more than two decades, the chefs at this downtown pan-Asian restaurant and bar have served up sushi, sashimi, rolls, "hot bites" like Korean tacos (short ribs with kimchi aioli), and build-your-own poké bowls. Chico being an inland destination, the sushi might not always be as absolutely fresh as on the coast, but even then it's close, and the nonsushi options show flair and imagination.

The view of Shilshole Bay might be the main draw, but the seafood is also fresh and well prepared. Perennial favorites include grilled salmon, Kasu sake–marinated sablefish, Dungeness crab, and regional oysters on the half shell. Ray's has a split personality: there's a fancy dinner-only dining room downstairs (reservations essential) and a casual café and bar upstairs. Be forewarned that during happy hour in high season, the café's service can suffer greatly because of the crowds.

Sure, it's touristy, but snagging a spot on the sun-drenched balcony to watch the boats floating past after an afternoon exploring the Ballard Locks is quintessential Seattle summer fun.

Pouring specialty coffee decades before it was cool, Ray’s is renowned for its special syphon brewing system, a complex (and photogenic) technique that relies on the vacuum pressure to produce transcendent java. But this charming family-run café serves simple plates, too, like steamed or pan-fried dumplings, noodle soups, and rotating specials.

In little downtown Green River, Ray's is something of a western legend and a favorite hangout for river runners. The bar that runs the length of this 1940s restaurant reminds you this is still a tavern and a serious watering hole—but all the photos and rafting memorabilia make it also comfortable for families. It's worth stopping in for the great tales about working on the river, as well as some of the coldest beer and tastiest burgers around. 

The coolest kid on the Pasadena block, the Raymond 1886 is carved out of an old Craftsman cottage and has an expansive patio with long wooden tables and hanging lights. Chefs dish out everything from mushroom bucatini with shaved black truffles to Chilean sea bass with lemongrass coconut curry sauce and "forbidden" rice. Inside can be a little more claustrophobic, but makes for a perfect spot for intimate daters to get a little closer. Keep an eye out for live jazz nights. Be sure to explore the daring seasonal and evergreen cocktail menus, with intriguing historical references like the Red Line paired with zany offerings like the Alien Pool Party. Don't miss the truly killer chilaquiles on the brunch menu.

ReAnimator stands out in the Philadelphia coffee scene thanks to its sourcing of single-origin beans, dynamic roasting techniques, and smartly designed cafés. Tucked away in the tiny Garden Court area, this West Philadelphia outpost is a calming caffeinated oasis, a clean minimalist shop with a laid-back vibe. This is a great residential area to walk around and admire the houses, and hit ReAnimator to, um, reanimate and keep going. Open until 3 pm, the food selection is locally made breads, pastries, and snacks.

When the cheesesteaks and hoagies start to weigh you down, head to Reap Wellness for creative—and genuinely delicious—smoothies and salads. Former health journalist Adjua Fisher and her husband and chef Zach Rice started REAP as a meal delivery service, but its popularity quickly turned into a storefront that's brought nutritious, creative meals to Fishtown. Favorites include the Sneaky Greens smoothie made with spinach, purslane, mango, ginger, and hemp, or the savory Seaweed Caesar.

Diners get a modern spin on the Old West at this Fort Worth favorite. The rustic dining room is decorated with saddles, animal trophies, and artistic cacti. Specialties here include stacked enchiladas, tenderloin tacos, and bone-in rib-eye steak. Portions are oversized; an order of the precariously stacked onion rings—thick, tall, and evenly fried—could easily feed four.