Tony Luke's
Founded in 1992 by Tony 'Luke' Lucidonio Jr., Tony Luke's began as a small sandwich shop in South Philadelphia and has grown into a nationally reco...
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Le Crocodile
A Vancouver institution since 1983, Le Crocodile has been serving classic French cuisine under the direction of Chef Michel Jacob. This elegant res...
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Thames Street Oyster House
Thames Street Oyster House opened in 2011 in historic Fells Point and quickly established itself as one of Baltimore's premier seafood destinations...
Baltimore, MD, USA
Leah & Louise
Opened in 2020 by two-time James Beard nominated chef Greg Collier and his wife Subrina, Leah & Louise has quickly become one of Charlotte's most c...
Charlotte, NC, USA
Uchi Houston
Uchi Houston opened in 2012 as the first expansion of Chef Tyson Cole's acclaimed Austin-based Japanese restaurant. Located in a renovated bungalow...
Houston, TX, USAComo Restaurant
A Niagara Falls institution since 1927, Como Restaurant represents four generations of Italian family dining. Known for its authentic Italian recip...
Niagara Falls, NY, USA
Oleana
Opened in 2001 by award-winning chef Ana Sortun, Oleana has revolutionized Boston's dining scene with its innovative approach to Eastern Mediterran...
Boston, MA, USA
Pappy's Smokehouse
Established in 2008, Pappy's Smokehouse has become a St. Louis barbecue institution, known for their Memphis-style BBQ and hours-long lines. Their...
St. Louis, MO, USAGrimaldi's Pizzeria
Located under the Brooklyn Bridge, Grimaldi's is legendary for its coal-fired brick oven pizzas. Founded in 1990, it's become a pilgrimage site for...
New York, NY, USA
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
Established in 1995 by the Pappas family, who have been in the restaurant business since 1976, Pappas Bros. Steakhouse has become the gold standard...
Houston, TX, USA
Au Pied de Cochon
Opened in 2001 by celebrity chef Martin Picard, Au Pied de Cochon revolutionized Montreal's culinary scene by elevating traditional Quebec comfort...
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Pat's King of Steaks
Founded in 1930 by Pat Olivieri, Pat's King of Steaks is credited with inventing the original Philadelphia cheesesteak. What began as a hot dog sta...
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Tandem Coffee + Bakery
Housed in a former gas station, Tandem Coffee + Bakery has become Portland's go-to spot for exceptional coffee and baked goods since 2014. Their un...
Portland, ME, USA
Bestia
Opened in 2012 by husband-and-wife team Ori Menashe and Genevieve Gergis in Downtown LA's Arts District, Bestia quickly became one of the city's mo...
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Cochon
Opened in 2006 by James Beard Award-winning Chef Donald Link, Cochon celebrates the traditional Cajun cuisine of South Louisiana with a modern appr...
New Orleans, LA, USA
Schwartz's Deli
Founded in 1928 by Reuben Schwartz, a Jewish immigrant from Romania, Schwartz's Deli has become an iconic Montreal institution. Known for its tradi...
Montreal, Quebec, CanadaMi Nidito
Operating since 1952, Mi Nidito is a South Tucson landmark known for serving authentic Sonoran-style Mexican food. The restaurant gained national a...
Tucson, AZ, USA
BCN Taste & Tradition
BCN Taste & Tradition, opened in 2014 by restaurateur Ignacio Torras and Chef Luis Roger, brings authentic high-end Spanish cuisine to Houston. Loc...
Houston, TX, USA
Bunsen
Bunsen opened its first location in Dublin in 2013 and quickly developed a cult following for its simple, no-frills approach to burgers. Founded by...
Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
Bertha's Kitchen
This James Beard America's Classic Award winner has been serving soul food since 1979. The modest blue cinderblock building houses one of Charlesto...
Charleston, SC, USA
Mary Mac's Tea Room
Founded in 1945, Mary Mac's Tea Room is Atlanta's oldest continuously operating restaurant and an institution for authentic Southern cuisine. What...
Atlanta, GA, USA
L'Ecrivain
L'Ecrivain was a Dublin institution for over 30 years before closing in 2020. Founded by renowned chef Derry Clarke and his wife Sallyanne in 1989,...
Dublin, Leinster, Ireland
Hen of the Wood
Established in 2005, Hen of the Wood has become a cornerstone of Vermont's farm-to-table movement. Chef-owner Eric Warnstedt, a multiple-time James...
Burlington, VT, USA
Raku
Since opening in 2008, Aburiya Raku (commonly known as Raku) has been the worst-kept secret among Las Vegas chefs and food enthusiasts. Located in...
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Federal Donuts
Founded in 2011 by chef Michael Solomonov (of Zahav fame) and business partner Steven Cook, Federal Donuts pioneered the now-popular combination of...
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Le Diplomate
Opened in 2013, Le Diplomate is restaurateur Stephen Starr's DC outpost that perfectly captures the essence of a Parisian bistro. The restaurant ha...
Washington, DC, USA
The Lazy Goat
Perched along the Reedy River, The Lazy Goat offers Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. Part of the Table 301 restaurant group,...
Greenville, SC, USA
Pike Place Chowder
Pike Place Chowder has become a Seattle institution since opening in 2003. Located in the historic Pike Place Market, this small eatery has gained...
Seattle, WA, USA
Farmhouse Tap & Grill
Established in 2010 in a converted McDonald's building, Farmhouse Tap & Grill pioneered the farm-to-table gastropub concept in Burlington. Founded...
Burlington, VT, USA
Spinasse
Opened in 2008 by chef Jason Stratton, Spinasse quickly established itself as one of Seattle's premier Italian restaurants, specializing in the cui...
Seattle, WA, USA
Portillo's
Portillo's began as a small hot dog stand called 'The Dog House' in 1963 and has grown into a beloved Chicago institution. Known for its Chicago-st...
Chicago, IL, USA
Neptune Oyster
Established in 2004, Neptune Oyster has become a Boston institution known for its exceptional seafood in the heart of the historic North End. This...
Boston, MA, USA