Hudson Valley
If retro cred from the converted 1940 diner weren't enough, Grazin' goes above and beyond with their burgers, made with grass-fed, organic beef sourced…
Must-see restaurants in New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania
Enjoy fine dining with a view at the Delmonico Room, where creative regional cuisine, such as roasted chicken and snails or dry-aged steak and grilled…
Philadelphia
Great breads, tender pastries and good coffee make for a perfect breakfast or lunch at this flagship location of Metropolitan. It's also famous for its…
New York City
Just when you thought the outstanding Thai food was reason enough to visit – sirloin yellow curry, scorching but refreshing papaya salad, mouthwatering…
New York City
A casual, three-story eatery, where diners hunker over picnic tables to feast on steamed crabs, oysters, fried cod, peel-and-eat shrimp and other delights…
New York City
The compact, cosy interior is all part of the experience as revelers crowd in for tasty tacos and tostadas (and cheap margaritas). The owners of this cash…
Pittsburgh
A Strip District favorite, this is one of the city's more sophisticated kitchens, with an excellent brunch too. Cocktails are creative; you can also try…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
Around the corner from big brother Casa Mono lies Mario Batali’s fun, communal Bar Jamón. Sniff, swill and sip your way across Spain’s wine terroirs while…
Pittsburgh
There's no shortage of Italian restaurants in Pittsburgh, but DiAnoia has been praised for raising the bar on the genre. Clean, deceptively simple dishes…
New York City
This charming eatery is located right on the water in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn. The menu is simple, Northeast-style seafood, but the shrimp…
Pittsburgh
Sandwiches done simply is the name of the game at the Carson Street Deli, where a lovable band of tattooed misfits fix up some of the best meat and cheese…
Penza's Pies at the Red Barn Cafe
New Jersey
This rather grandmotherly place sells more than 20 pies and quiches ($20 to $28) and an assortment of local produce, and serves a breakfast menu focused…
West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District
At Bagatelle, elegant bentwood chairs, chandeliers, white linens and (ultimately) the bill conspire to give you the impression you're eating somewhere top…
Pittsburgh
Great Italian coffee and pastries have people lined up out the door at peak times. The cranberry scone is their most popular sweet, but it has a range of…
Pittsburgh
Cheap and casual doesn't often unite with fresh and farm-to-table, but at the Porch it does. Get great local ingredients served up with flair in a casual…
SoHo & Chinatown
Lovely little spot with alfresco dining that has inexpensive prix-fixe options both for lunch and dinner. Inside it's a romantic wood and white-tablecloth…
SoHo & Chinatown
Little M'O gives tongues a solid workout with its dense, silky gelato. In addition to normal flavors, M'O offers dairy-free options, such as fresh mango…
Pennsylvania
The scale-model Eiffel Tower, French tricolor and PSG soccer scarves define the entranceway, but the aroma of fresh cakes and croissants overwhelm you…
SoHo & Chinatown
Food bloggers hyperventilate at the mere mention of this small chain's hand-pulled noodles. The burgers are also menu stars: tender lamb sautéed with…
Pittsburgh
Restaurants with killer views – this one is at the top of the Duquesne Incline – are seldom very good, but this brushed-concrete modern spot breaks the…
Union Square, Flatiron District & Gramercy
A biannual, pop-up culinary market with stalls run by some of the city’s coolest eateries and hottest chefs. Bites span a range of street foods, from…
Philadelphia
Soak up the elegant Rittenhouse Sq vibe at this enormous, polished bistro right on the park. Dinner is a little steep, but brunch and lunch are good value…
New York City
In a city of pizza lovers, it's hard to break the mold. But this buzzy, candy-colored joint has won a loyal following for its all-vegan slices, adorned…
Pittsburgh
All meals are vegan here, though cheese is optional. A visit is like eating in an antique shop, as everything, including the Formica tables, is for sale…
SoHo & Chinatown
It’s all about the food at this no-frills Chinese spot: gorgeous xiao long bao served in steaming drums, heaping portions of greasy noodles and gleaming…
Pittsburgh
This giant indoor market caters to the need for downtown to have easy access to fresh produce, meats, cheeses and other local products. Note that many…
New York City
This sweet little shopfront restaurant is a Ditmas Park staple. The interior provides a simple but romantic setting to enjoy Mimi's famously creamy hummus…
Buffalo
Dozens of food trucks from Buffalo and across western New York gather at the former soap factory turned common space for a fun and highly popular evening…
New York City
You may have seen its food truck vending lobster rolls across New York, so why not stop by the flagship restaurant? Nautical decor, with roughly…
New York City
Devotees of lamb belly, brisket and sweet pulled pork queue reverently for juicy BBQ at this casual home-style restaurant in Red Hook. Haul your tray,…
New York City
Brooklyn's first full-scale Whole Foods is a colossal emporium of gourmet goodies, frequented by well-heeled shoppers filling their carts with organic…
SoHo & Chinatown
Still the king of bistros after more than 20 years, bustling (OK, loud) Balthazar is never short of a mob. That’s all thanks to three winning details: its…
New York City
Somewhere between old-school bistro and upmarket espresso joint is brick-lined Lincoln Station, where folks amass around the long center table, fresh cold…
Lakeside Restaurant at Loeb Boathouse
Upper West Side & Central Park
Perched on the northeastern tip of the Central Park Lake with views of the midtown skyline in the distance, the Loeb Boathouse provides one of New York’s…
Upper West Side & Central Park
This dark-toned, upscale North Indian gem harkens back to the culinary heritage of Lucknow and the cuisine of aristocratic Nawabs. Chef Gaurav Anand will…
New York City
On an idyllic corner just off Fort Greene Park, quaint, old-timey Walter's serves up rich Southern and bistro fare with a few French accents, making it…
SoHo & Chinatown
Estela is on many of NYC's top spots to eat lists, but it may be resting on its laurels just a bit. The food is tasty, no question, with quirky flavor…
Upper West Side & Central Park
A small patisserie and boulangerie that brings a bit of Left Bank love to Morningside Heights. Folks line up in droves for the baked good and sweet treats…
New York City
Upscale American cuisine is beautifully conceived at Sidecar, an atmospheric spot with stamped-tin ceiling and leather boot seating. Classic dishes are…
SoHo & Chinatown
This clean French bistro, homewares store and 'secret garden' feels like it's been picked up and placed here from Provence. Enjoy quiche lorraine or…
