More of America's Standout Tables
A broader national edit for readers who want the next tier of places shaping the American restaurant conversation right now.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Austin, Texas
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Crust Pizza Co. - Hedwig Village (Memorial)
Hedwig Village, Texas
Carefully produced pizzas, plus calzones, pasta, subs & salads, served in a warmly casual setting.
Beehive Kitchen
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Modern counter-serve spot offering build-your-own bowls with protein, veggies & global flavors.
LumLum
New York City, New York
Intimate, laid-back restaurant focusing on Thai cuisine with tropical decor.
Ruggles Black
Houston, Texas
Indian flavors meet French-American cuisine while Paleo options abound at this casually chic eatery.
Cyclone Anaya's Tex-Mex Kitchen
The Woodlands, Texas
Vibrant destination offering potent margaritas, as well as familiar Tex-Mex dishes.
The Original Pancake House DFW
Dallas, Texas
Signature pancakes & other American breakfast classics all day in a casual setting.
Himalayan Restaurant
Healdsburg, California
Indoor-outdoor cafe serving Nepalese-Indian eats including kebabs, curries & tandoori dishes.
Bulla Gastrobar Plano
Plano, Texas
Contemporary bar with made-to-order sangrias, plus Spanish & Catalan small plates.
Asian Mint
Dallas, Texas
Branch of a small chain of hip Asian-fusion eateries (with gluten-free options) in casual digs.
Confessions
Houston, Texas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great dessert.
Maplewood Burgers Sulphur
Sulphur, Louisiana
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
GOLDEN SAIGON Restaurant
Aurora, Colorado
Casual go-to for traditional Vietnamese specialties like pho along with other Asian dishes.
Urban Plates
Thousand Oaks, California
Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.
Johnny Rockets
Laurel, Maryland
Burgers, shakes & fries arrive in a retro setting at this outpost of the international chain.
True Food Kitchen
Annapolis, Maryland
Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.
Pollos & Jarras
Miami, Florida
Hopping bi-level spot for rotisserie chicken & other Peruvian eats amid neon colors & warm woods.
JINYA Ramen Bar - Fort Collins
Fort Collins, Colorado
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Alebrijes By Chef Paco
Las Vegas, Nevada
Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Pappy's Smokehouse
St. Louis, Missouri
Order-at-the-counter favorite for wood-smoked Memphis-style barbecue in down-home digs.
EZ Eatz by Yaya
Jacksonville, Florida
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Urban Deli
Savannah, Georgia
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Frontera Mexican Kitchen
Duluth, Georgia
Relaxed restaurant offering a wide menu of standard Mexican fare, plus cocktails & lunch deals.
Hutchins BBQ
Frisco, Texas
Local BBQ fixture serving up brisket, ribs & fried catfish in rustic-chic surrounds.