9164 Best Restaurants in USA

On the first two floors of the 1889 Elks Lodge building, this elegant restaurant specializes in deftly prepared seafood, such as sashimi-grade seared lavender-pepper ahi tuna, lemon-dill-battered cod fish-and-chips, and local clams and mussels in garlic-shallot butter. You'll also find a selection of simpler fare, including Greek lamb burgers with truffle fries and Washington apple salads. For a more casual vibe and a bird's-eye view of the main dining room, have a seat in the swank mezzanine-level lounge—it's a nice spot to enjoy dessert and a glass of port.

At a time when some pizzerias in the city are charging more than $25 for Neapolitan-style margherita pizza, Simò is a welcome bite of pizza dough. Most pies hover around the $14 mark, and here affordable does not mean bad quality. Simò's offerings, especially the margherita and the cacio e pepe pie, are excellent. In addition, there's wine and prosecco by the glass, also priced below $10. So stop in after a walk on the High Line and mangia, mangia! There's a second location near Union Square on University Place and East 11th Street. 

Windows overlooking Cook Inlet vistas, along with the high ceilings and a classic brass-and-wood interior, have long made this an Anchorage favorite. The menu includes prime rib and other steak-house classics, but the main attraction is fresh Alaska seafood. The best tables are adjacent to the tall windows facing the water, and reservations are recommended.

Apple crumble French toast; roasted butternut squash and tofu hash; grilled Portobello sandwich with overnight-roasted tomato mayo served on ciabatta. Those are some of the favorites at this local gem, whose menu adjusts with the seasons to ensure the freshest ingredients possible, most of them locally sourced. Together with the cheerful repurposing of an auto parts building, shelves fashioned out of reclaimed wood, and a serious recycling effort, you get way more than just a meal here. You get the philosophy of owners Lori and Tom Hartz to live more lightly—and we say tastier too.

Expect to wait in line at this little sandwich spot on the pedestrian-only shopping strip outside the Mission Inn. At lunchtime, salads, soups, and sandwiches on house-baked breads are served (sandwich standouts include the chicken-apple sausage and the roast lamb topped with baba ghanoush); pastries, eggs various ways, and French toast are breakfast highlights.

Homemade lunches and breakfasts served with warmth and cheer are the trademarks of this restaurant and coffee shop in Sutter Creek's historic district. Egg scrambles, pancakes, bagel sandwiches, French toast, and biscuits and gravy headline at breakfast, with soups, salads, sandwiches, and wraps on the menu for lunch.

Encore recalls the panache of vintage Vegas by dedicating one of its fine-dining venues to Frank Sinatra. Expect simple, elegantly presented Italian cuisine, such asd risotto with lobster, and ossobuco "My Way." Framed photos of Ol' Blue Eyes (as well as his Academy Award for From Here to Eternity) adorn the ivory-and-ruby-hue indoor dining room. The legendary crooner's music plays softly while well-dressed guests nibble their antipasto next to the fireplace on the outdoor patio. Some just pull up a seat at the swank bar to order a cocktail or postprandial limoncello or grappa. Go ahead and imbibe!—Frankie would approve. A "living well" menu is available. Kids under 5 are not allowed.

Manhattan meets Palm Springs at this homage to Ol' Blue Eyes; the walls are covered with photographs of Frank Sinatra with his famous pals and artwork painted by the legendary singer, some of it sourced directly from the Sinatra family. The main upstairs dining space looks into the kitchen, where the staff creates a classic chophouse menu and some of Sinatra's personal favorite pasta and classic Italian dishes. The luxurious cocktail bar offers a customizable martini menu, and plenty of the classic cocktails feature Frank's favorite spirit, Jack Daniel's. The atmosphere is both cool and hot at the same time, just like the Chairman of the Board in his prime.

This upscale restaurant at the Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa has a slick, contemporary look and is a favorite of locals in the know. The menu has a daily selection of fresh fish, such as Atlantic black grouper over lemon crab salad, sesame-seared tuna, and mahimahi with fruit salsa. There are also thick, juicy cuts of meat, including New York strip steak and beef tenderloin, as well as mouthwatering chicken and lamb dishes. The new Sinclair's Lounge is idyllic for a predinner aperitif. For something more casual, dine outside on the terrace to hear the waves lapping and take in the beachscape.

With upscale American dining featuring elevated entrées, inventive cocktails, and a bottomless brunch, Sinema is housed in the stylish setting of a former movie theater, with screens inside that still play classic movies. The design of the dining room, lounge, and even the restrooms is eclectic yet elegant, much like the menu. The sultry upstairs lounge is an intimate hideaway, and the ladies' room is one of the most popular selfie spots in town.

"Gather, discover, and connect” is the slogan and theme at this intimate Chinese restaurant on the first floor of a residential row house. Traditional Cantonese- and Sichuan-style dishes are served family style, and the "mock eel" was given two chopsticks up on the Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate.

Sip & Sonder is a trendy, Black women–owned coffee shop and community space in downtown Inglewood. Founded by two local entrepreneurs, it's more than just a café—it's a cultural hub. The shop serves high-quality coffee and teas, alongside a selection of pastries and light bites like bagels and a turkey and brie sandwich. With its sleek, modern interior, incredible music, and welcoming atmosphere, it attracts remote workers and creatives alike. The space often hosts events, workshops, and exhibitions, emphasizing its commitment to fostering community and celebrating Black culture. As Inglewood's first true specialty coffee house, Sip & Sonder exemplifies the neighborhood's swiftly rising star while staying true to its roots.

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this retro luncheonette serves the usual casual fare: burgers, sandwiches, omelets, salads, and homemade ice cream.

This funky breakfast and lunch café in Everett Public Market is as popular now as when it opened in 1983. Perhaps that's because the blueberry or pecan hotcakes, rich soups, and overflowing sandwiches are as good as ever. Eye-opening espresso drinks start the morning; homemade pies in more than a dozen flavors are a perfect end to the afternoon.

In a rustic western-looking former general store built in 1925, Sisters Bakery serves up house-baked donuts, pastries, cookies, and pies, coffee concoctions made with beans from Sisters Coffee Co.

When it comes to a correctly prepared latte, there’s only one gunner in town—Sisters Coffee Co. operates out of a lofty log cabin, where baristas pull shots of the single-origin espresso and prepare perfect pour-overs. It’s also a great spot for an early morning bite or to camp out with a laptop on the mezzanine.

Traditional Southern home cookin' comes with a smile at Sisters of the New South, where you'll be greeted as "honey" or "baby" (or both) as you place your order. Try the smothered pork chops or the fried whiting, though you can't go wrong with the generous "Meat & Three"—a choose-your-own foodie adventure. Oxtails served with collard greens, red rice, and yams is a perennial favorite.

In this charming red Victorian house on Plymouth's bustling Main Street, with some seats on the front veranda and others set in a warren of cozy rooms with art on the walls, this casually elegant spot offers tasty American and international fare. Consider Szechuan-style salmon ramen, and blackened grilled chicken with honeydew-melon salsa and tzatziki sauce.

Like the Edgewater Hotel that houses it, Six Seven would be noteworthy for its views of Elliott Bay and the Puget Sound alone, especially if you opt to dine at the café tables lining the deck at sunset. Regionally sourced seafood such as planked salmon, miso-glazed black cod, and a flavorful bouillabaisse take top billing on the menu, which also features dishes like lamb ragout pasta and Roquefort-crusted filet mignon alongside an award-winning wine list.

This elegant, fine-dining restaurant in Hawks Cay Resort serves steaks and seafood. Chefs work with local farmers and fishermen to find what’s fresh and in season, then create a menu that will wow your palate (and your wallet). Don’t miss the short-rib onion soup with smoked provolone and Gruyère.

A coolly modern glass-framed dining spot across from the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, Sixty-Six Acres serves up satisfying locally sourced dishes that riff freely on New Mexican and Asian traditions. The generous bowls, grilled sandwiches, and salads here—from green-chile cheeseburgers to Korean chicken bites to salmon and Himalayan rice and farro with fresh spinach salad—are flavorful, often gluten-free, and make vegetarian dining easy. A sweet patio with a sweeping Sandia Mountains view, a bar featuring local craft beers, and a casual, welcoming atmosphere complement your experience here—another winning inspiration from local dining force, Myra Ghattas (Slate Street Café).

The breakfasts and lunches served here are crafted by chefs who use various cooking styles and techniques to showcase Maui's seasonal bounty. Menus change every 62 days to ensure that dishes use the freshest farm ingredients. It's not only a restaurant but a market, too, featuring chef-crafted spices, rubs, and sauces made from local herbs and vegetables.

Though beer is the primary business of Skagway Brewing, this local pub has a diverse dinner menu that includes burgers, halibut-and-chips, pasta dishes, hearty salads, and vegetarian options. Whatever you order, sampling the locally made ale is a must; Skagway's staples include Prospector Pale, Chilkoot Trail IPA, Boom Town Brown, Blue Top Porter, and their signature Spruce Tip Blonde Ale, made with local ingredients. Visitors can also take a tasting tour for $25.

On the water right next to the docks, this casual and energetic spot has a reputation for expertly prepared seafood and a friendly staff. Here you'll find favorites like halibut and chips, king crab legs, and pan-seared salmon, as well as nightly specials showcasing the kitchen's more creative side. A small deck offers outside seating and there's a decent selection of beer and wine.

In this ski lodge dating from the 1880s, the four-course, prix-fixe dinner is a favorite for its Colorado-spun American cuisine. Main courses have included whiskey sage–glazed Muscovy duck, peppered bacon-wrapped buffalo tenderloin, and thyme-seared wild Alaskan halibut. The delicious homemade bread and soup make for a memorable beginning. Adjourn to the cozy lounge for the decadent desserts and specialty coffees by the fire. Swing by for après-ski in winter and cocktails on the patio in summer.

Award-winning clam chowder and crave-worthy hot-buttered lobster rolls draw seafood lovers to this Cape Cod mainstay, wooing diners since 1936. If there's a long wait (and there will be) at this spot across the street from the beach, eat dessert first; there's an ice cream shack adjoining the restaurant.

This upscale take on the fish camp theme lies at the foot of a public dock on the Darien River, where working shrimp boats moor. It has a beautiful courtyard pond and an open-air oyster bar. Popular menu items include Georgia white shrimp, ribs, and fried flounder. Arrive early on weekends, when there's usually a wait.