Boston
Here is a surprising hole-in-the-wall Korean gem, where two brothers serve up traditional deliciousness from their ancestral homeland. Favorites include…
Must-see restaurants in New England
South Shore
Legend has it that when the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock, they were dying for a burger. Finally, after 400 years, KKatie is fulfilling this wish. And…
Connecticut
With its swinging tunes, 'pre-Prohibition' cocktails and retro-luxe look (a piano lounge with a long, curved wooden bar, massive wrought-iron chandeliers…
Portland
This fascinating gem serves up small-batch barbecue dinners starting at 5pm, and a menu inspired by the Southwest and the Caribbean at all other times…
New Hampshire
The sandwich game is strong at this beloved general store, a small red building perched tidily across the street from the Newfields Town Hall, 5 miles…
New Haven
An upscale French bistro in the historic Union League building. Expect a menu featuring continental classics like cocotte de joues de veau (organic veal…
Midcoast Maine
The lines for this US 1 seafood shack, just west of the downtown bridge, slow down summer traffic so much that the local government has been trying to…
Boston
Three generations of women from the Merola family are now working to bring you Boston’s most authentic Italian pastries. Many claim that Maria makes the…
New Hampshire
This dairy has achieved more than local fame for its sinfully creamy ice cream, which comes in 40 flavors and unbelievable portion sizes; it's the perfect…
Burlington
What started as a humble Church St food cart is now a Burlington institution, serving its delicious crepes at multiple locations, including this main…
New Hampshire
The first certified 'farm-to-restaurant' establishment in New Hampshire, Republic is still turning heads and impressing taste buds. Kudos you stylish…
Burlington
Housed in a beautifully refurbished former hotel with high coffered ceilings, leather couches and antique lighting running the length of the bar, this…
Midcoast Maine
A prized Maine tradition: a scenic cruise from Boothbay Harbor to the small, family-owned Cabbage Island, where a traditional clambake provides a…
Newport
If you'd like to eat at a 17th-century tavern that once served as an annual meeting place for the Colonial Rhode Island General Assembly, try this…
Vermont
Much more than a coffeehouse, Liquid Art serves everything from delicious breakfast and lunch sandwiches to dinners of mussels, lasagna, roasted garlic…
New Hampshire
A Dartmouth institution since 1947, this is Hanover's oldest establishment, always packed with students meeting for a coffee or perusing their books. From…
Burlington
An offshoot of Waterbury's legendary Hen of the Wood restaurant, this high-end dining mecca and its acclaimed chef Jordan Ware have repeatedly won 'Best…
Connecticut
Locals love this wood-smoked Kansas-style barbecue famed for brisket, baby back ribs and pulled pork. Vegetarians might want to head elsewhere, although…
Burlington
After a stint in Italy rediscovering his Italian heritage – and authentic gelato-making techniques – Vermonter Paul Sansone returned to Burlington to…
Providence
Our most recent visit featured scallops with blackened bacon so perfect that they were celestial. Also enjoy wood-grilled leg of lamb, handmade cavatelli…
Boston
Paper plates, cans of soda, Sicilian pizza. This lunchtime legend (and 2018 James Beard Award winner!) closes as soon as the slices are gone. And…
Midcoast Maine
You're not missing the translation of some obscure form of Central European cuisine: Wannawaf is just midcoast Mainer for 'Wanna waffle?' In this case,…
New Hampshire
During presidential primary season, Lindy's is the place to see and be seen by the leading candidates. Past presidential guests include Bill Clinton,…
Providence
This friendly French bistro welcomes diners with inspiring homemade pâtés and charcuterie, escargots à la bourguignonne, and slow-roasted duck. They…
Connecticut
Carole Peck, considered the Alice Waters of the East Coast, celebrates 25 years at this magnet for celebrities and lovers of fine food, who come for the…
South End & Chinatown
True to its Spanish spirit, Toro is bursting with energy, from the open kitchen to the communal butcher-block tables. The menu features simple but sublime…
South End & Chinatown
Xiao long bao. That’s all the Chinese you need to know to take advantage of the specialty at the Gourmet Dumpling House (or GDH, as it is fondly called)…
Boston
There's a lot to look at when you sit down at Carmelina's, whether you face the busy open kitchen or the massive windows overlooking Hanover St. This…
South End & Chinatown
This place is essentially unmarked from the street, tucked into a tiny, cramped food court, sharing the space with a few other takeout places. There's…
Vermont
Since 1979, the Rubright family has been showing up at 4am daily to bake some of New England's finest doughnuts and bagels. Skiers on their way to the…
South Shore
Plymouth is loving this gastropub, located on the main drag. The space is modern yet cozy, while the food is locally sourced and inventively prepared…
New Haven
With its peach-colored walls, Afro-Caribbean soundtrack and spirit-rousing cocktails, Soul de Cuba is warm and inviting. Aside from the enormous and…
New Haven
Two-time winner of the Taste of the Nation Award, Chef Bun Lai presents sustainable sushi and sashimi concoctions with fantastic names. Even more…
Vermont
Pop into this cheerful two-level cafe for croissants, scones, egg sandwiches and maple lattes in the morning, or settle in on the front patio for salads…
South End & Chinatown
This is a tiny place with counter service, blackboard menu and a-MAZ-ing chocolate chip cookies. The sandwiches are also delish, especially the eggs…
Massachusetts
When there's a chill in the air, nothing warms body and soul like a bowl of hot soup. It's not much to look at, but the New England Soup Factory offers 10…
Connecticut
Belonging to a celebrated local dairy, this upscale restaurant uses the farm’s dairy products and sources other ingredients locally to produce its…
Massachusetts
Only one vestige of the 'old' Revere Beach remains: the world-famous Kelly's Roast Beef, which has been around since 1951 and still serves up the best…
New Hampshire
Order at the counter then head to the back patio for a great view of Lake Winn with your ham-and-pepper-jack panini, hot-pressed cubano or, our favorite,…
New Hampshire
Delicious pizzas – cooked in the brick oven and laden with ingredients sourced from local farms – are the big draw at this popular spot a block north of…
