25 Essential Wilson Institutions

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

Homey chain restaurant serving American comfort food, with an on-site general store.

Casual, long-running chain offering a menu of steak, chicken & seafood, plus hot & cold buffets.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.

Comfy, perennial parlor with New York-style pies, plus hot & cold sandwiches & other Italian dishes.

Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Casual chophouse with checkered tablecloths specializing in steak, potatoes & unfussy American fare.

Identifies as Latino-owned. Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.

Steamed, fried & broiled fish dishes, plus steak & pasta, in a down-to-earth environment.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot, Wheelchair accessible restroom, Wheelchair accessible seating.

A menu featuring Thai & Japanese classic & creative dishes & baked goods in a casual setting.

Casual bistro serves a menu of classic American dinner entrees with novel à la carte meat options.

Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great coffee, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Service options: Delivery. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible parking lot. Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great tea selection.

Chain doling out New Orleans-style shaved ice in a wide variety of classic & unique flavors.