STATION 66 ITALIAN BISTRO
Read moreThis Italian restaurant located in the center of Williams offers pizzas, bruschettas and pastas, very good by the way, but also a whole range of salads and sandwiches. The setting is pleasant and is in the atmosphere of Route 66. A success, with a false air of gas station for the outside terrace and an undeniable retro perfume for the dining room, in a modern and warm setting. Rooftop and patio in season... A delight!
HOMESTEAD INN
Read moreThomas Henkelmann studied in some of Europe's leading houses. He moved to the United States in 1989 and since then has been converting Americans to high gastronomy. His cuisine is inspired by noble products such as foie gras, truffles, caviar, lobster or Dover sole. The dishes, such as the veal medallion and sole with truffled potatoes, will transport you to the firmament of refined flavours. The prices of the lunch menu are much more affordable and can allow for an extra of very high quality.
BARCELONA WINE BAR
Read moreIn a setting halfway between the traditional and the industrial, Barcelona Wine offers a refined menu. A trendy restaurant, mainly frequented by locals because it is a little far from the tourist centre, it is worth the detour and is easy to get to. If they are à la carte, we recommend the squid cooked in their ink with cream of garlic, braised ribs with spiced butternut, or swordfish a la plancha. And for drinks, you will find your happiness in the wide selection of wines from all over the world and cocktails on offer.
LA VOILE BROOKLINE
Read moreThe concept of this cosy restaurant with a French flavour: to provide the authentic experience of an old-fashioned Parisian brasserie. Here, the motto is to export French know-how to the American plate, in simplicity and respect for traditions, and with particular attention paid to the quality of the ingredients. Snails, foie gras, sole meunière, blanquette de veau, duck breast, île flottante, tarte Tatin... You won't be out of place, especially since the staff includes a few French-speaking people.
PROXI
Read moreLocated right next to the Sepia, the Proxi is in fact the second opus of the Sepia's bosses. Frenchman Emmanuel Nony and his boss Andrew Zimmerman have struck again brilliantly. Since its opening at the end of 2017, it has not stopped filling up. The secret? An original cuisine that offers a world tour of street food but based on very good local produce with a nice touch of creativity, all in an elegant and cosy setting, with a rather pleasant industrial touch, good music and a trendy clientele. We ask for more!
RED’S EATS
Read moreThis small shack that sells lobster sandwiches, crab cakes and scallops is incredibly popular in the region. There is an interminable line to taste the lobster, which is excellent, it must be said, and very cheap. The owners even claim to serve the best lobster roll in the country. It is certainly delicious and above all very generous with a generous portion of lobster in each sandwich. So don't hesitate to make a stop on the road between Portland and Boothbay Harbor.
PIZZERIA REGINA
An authentic North End restaurant founded by an Italian immigrant, where ...Read more
CANALETTO
Read moreIn the Venetian's St. Mark's Square, near the canals of a Venice you won't soon forget, this elegant Italian restaurant serves a wide selection of antipasti (sardines, octopus, truffle burrata, bruschetta), pizzas, risottos and pastas, including a good recipe with prawns and garlic. A pleasant place with a large terrace overlooking the square, a 5-meter high ceiling and a kitchen visible from the room. For more intimacy, the restaurant also offers booths for seclusion.
GRAND LUX CAFÉ AT VENETIAN
Read moreAdjacent to the casino, it reproduces the interior of the great Venetian cafes. All the American classics are available, from hamburgers to cheesecakes. Breakfast, served until 11am, offers a wide choice of dishes including pancakes and waffles. Very convenient to refuel at 4am, after grueling hours spent behind the slot machines or sitting at a poker table. Note that there is another Grand Lux Café at the Palazzo open from 6am to 2am.
YOLK
Read moreThe temple of breakfast and brunch! You have to see the line that stretches out on Sundays to understand that Yolk is one of the new trendy spots for brunch in Chicago. On the menu, eggs, poached, scrambled Benedictine, fried, Florentine... accompanied by sausages, salmon or muffins, covered with hollandaise sauce. Sprinkle with freshly squeezed fruit juice, this is the best way to start the day! A place that will delight breakfast aficionados, since breakfast is served at any time of the day.
SCOMA’S
Read moreSince 1965, Scoma's has ruled the seafood world. Originally a small 6-table café opened by brothers Al and Joe Scoma to serve breakfast to local fishermen with a beautiful view of the bay, it is now a popular institution for San Franciscans and visitors alike. Scoma's serves generous portions of seafood and fish. One of the specialties is the Lazy Man's Cioppino, a kind of Italian-style bouillabaisse that has made the restaurant famous and will delight your taste buds.
NIGHT + MARKET SONG
Read moreThe general opinion of the Angelenos (and ours as well) is that Thai Town's Thai restaurants are frankly mediocre. That's probably why Night + Market Song, this small ultra trendy restaurant located on Sunset Boulevard run by Kris Yenbamroong, is a real hit. This young film graduate chef has no culinary training other than growing up in a family of Thai restaurateurs in L.A. The whimsical, colourful and trendy decoration is the ideal setting to uncork a Thai beer before an evening in the neighbourhood's bars! Surprisingly cheap, Night + Market Song offers an authentic cuisine, with sharp and fresh flavours. Try coconut rice, a sticky rice cooked in coconut milk, and, at lunch, Thai Boxing Chicken, a barbecue chicken traditionally served around Bangkok's boxing rings by street vendors.
TRIPLE GEORGE GRILL
Read moreTriple George is the casual grill for the chic residents of Las Vegas, and has been for decades; the black and white photos on the walls attest to this. In a nice authentic setting, you sit in a wooden booth or at the big circular bar to eat good pieces of meat. One of the best restaurants in Downtown, we recommend you come at lunchtime rather than in the evening: the prices are much more affordable and the menu offers more choices, among which is a large selection of appetizing burgers.
SHAKE SHACK
New York restaurant offering excellent burgers, hot dogs and milkshakes.Read more
BOUDIN BAKERY
Read moreBoudin (pronounced "boudine") is a true San Francisco institution. You can taste the famous clam chowder, a creamy clam soup served in a ball ofsourdough bread. The place has certainly become touristy, but it is one of the must-sees of your visit to Fisherman's Wharf. Even though it may seem industrial in terms of the flow, you can feel that everything is fresh. And delicious. There is also a free museum. It's that the origin of the business goes back 160 years!
CAFÉ LA HAYE
Read moreConveniently located in the heart of Sonoma, this lovely restaurant is the perfect culinary destination for a romantic dinner or a get-together with friends. You'll have a few delicious dishes to choose from: fresh, simple yet sophisticated cuisine, and an extensive wine list. The multi-level reception room contains a dozen tables. The atmosphere is intimate, with its open kitchen, herringbone roof, and large works of art hanging on the wall. The energy is vibrant and contagious. Remember to reserve your table!
UMAMI BURGER
Read moreA good place to eat burgers. It is said that the owner of this chain, Adam Fleischman, tasted all thehamburgers in L.A. to design the best ones for his restaurant. The burger breads come from a Portuguese bakery and the fillings are varied, with parmesan cheese, roasted onion or shiitake mushrooms. The Umami burger is probably the most successful on the menu.
SAN BENITO DELI
Read moreA house dedicated to high quality sandwiches. You have the choice of homemade breads, to which we add toppings(pickles, mayonnaise, lettuce, tomatoes) and different meats and preparations to choose from (turkey, pastrami, tuna, hummus, avocado and cheese...). It's hard to miss, everything is gourmet and prepared with care. You can eat on the spot (also salads, soups and drinks) or take away! Le Déli is located on the first floor of the historic San Benito House, which still serves as a hotel, just as it did in 1905
Aliotti's Victorian Corner
Read moreA delightful setting reminiscent of English tearooms in downtown Pacific Groveert from breakfast to dinner. The menu is inspired by Italy, offering fresh salads, gourmet sandwiches (with a special mention for the eggplant sandwich) and great breakfasts at reasonable prices. As its name suggests, this Victorian building with its pleasantly colored facade is part of the landscape. The staff are very helpful and friendly.
La Bruschetta
Read moreThe chef at the helm of this restaurant, Angelo Peloni, serves authentic Italian cuisine. Visitors come for the delicious homemade pasta, the frequently revisited menu - depending on the season - and the extensive wine list. From risotto with gorgonzola and asparagus to fettuccine with black truffle, lasagne Bolognese and Barolo lamb chops, every dish is prepared with care and elegance. And don't miss the delicious desserts, including the unmissable tiramisu.
SONORATOWN
Read moreA more Mexican restaurant? Do you misunderstand! In this small shop there is a kitchen in northern Mexico, different from the rest of the country. The tortilla is made from flour (not maize) and is very fine, and there is also a certain resemblance to the French pancakes. The leaders of the Sonora region are also known to cook the country's best asada meat. It can be said that reputation is respected with meat cooked with a delicious wood fire. For a first one we recommend the very tempting Bean & Cheese Burrito. A superb address for a quick lunch in a family atmosphere.
TRATTORIA CONTADINA
Read moreThis lively little Italian restaurant, popular with locals, serves traditional dishes that are far better than most of North Beach's more touristy establishments. You can feel the love in the pots and the character in the food! It's a great atmosphere, with authentic decor and a family team who take great care of their customers. Try the chef's specialty, Polpettine Spaghetti, spaghetti with meatballs and flavors that border on perfection. A fine selection of wines from the Botte region are available to accompany your dish.
FOX & GOOSE
Read moreThis pub is renowned for its delicious British breakfasts every morning. On the menu: muffins, scones, grilled bacon or omelettes. A sure bet, where you can eat at any time of day ( pub grub menu) and where the atmosphere comes alive around the bar. Mondays are open mic night, Tuesdays quiz night, Wednesdays soul music night, Thursdays acoustic night, and at weekends local bands perform regularly. Festive atmosphere and English beers to match! A warm place and a pleasant welcome.
Zócalo Restaurant
Read moreOne of the best Mexican restaurants in town. The decor of this great restaurant plunges you into a chic, friendly South American atmosphere. The menu is typical but well thought-out, with tacos, chiles rellenos, burritos and guacamole served with crunchy tortillas. The portions are really big, so don't hesitate to share dishes, and what's more, you'll get to taste a wider choice of specialties. In summer, the large terrace with umbrellas and lanterns is ideal for enjoying a blackberry margarita!
CHEESE BOARD PIZZA COLLECTIVE
Read moreThe house has been in existence since 1971, and the queue on Saturday afternoons is the longest in the neighborhood! The pizzas here vary according to the season and the chef's inspiration. The pizzas are, of course, delicious and generous. The choice of ingredients seems endless, but there's plenty of time to choose! And on some evenings, there's live music. Cheese Board is also a bakery and a cheese shop a few steps away (at 1504), both equally renowned and open at different times.
Maccheroni Republic
Read moreIn the heart of Downtown, Maccheroni Republic is renowned for its delicious fresh pasta, made in-house every day. Ravioli with pumpkin, rigatoni with burrata, bigoli with angus and sausage ragout, linguine with seafood - scallops, shrimps and clams - agnolotti filled withosso bucco... More than fifteen recipes in all. Excellent value for money. Plus: the pretty little terrace. All in all, if we had to choose one Italian address in Los Angeles on this type of budget, it would be this one!
Seasurf Fish Co
Read moreWe don't come here for the quality of the service - Seasurf Fish Co operates like a fast-food restaurant - but for the quality of the seafood and fish. Our favorite is the warm lobster roll served with melted butter: generous, tasty... Everything we love! You'll also find poke bowls, tacos and burritos, as well as grilled fish, pasta and salads. The catch: these fresh products are served in disposable trays and plates, with disposable cutlery. A good choice for a quick lunch between two visits.
HUMBOLDT BAY PROVISIONS
Read moreA large modern wooden counter, red brick walls and a very friendly atmosphere, like a vacation: welcome to Humboldt Bay Provisions. Oysters from the bay of the same name are delivered daily to the establishment, before being served raw or cooked, as desired, with their mignonette sauce. The restaurant also offers some cheeses and spreads and, above all, an impressive wine list. An excellent address, where you will certainly have a good time.
LIGURIA BAKERY
Read moreFounded in 1911, Liguria Bakery is known throughout San Francisco. In this bakery, time has stood still for the neighborhood's Italian mammas , who have been chatting here for nearly a century. It sells focaccia, baked in the large brick oven in the back room. With mushrooms, bacon or simply tomato, they are considered the best in town. You can also opt for a good slice of pizza. Ideal for a quick, inexpensive lunchtime focaccia on a Washington Square bench.
SPAGO
Read moreSpago features a decorative wall of 7,000 bottles of wine, a patio with a glass roof and an open kitchen with a contemporary feel. It's known for its 100% California specialties, with an emphasis on provenance and quality ingredients. Add a touch of inventiveness and you have one of the most iconic restaurants in Los Angeles, opened by the highly acclaimed Austrian-American chef Wolfgang Puck in 1982. Puck has cooked for several American presidents.
BAR CRUDO
Read moreThis minimalist restaurant with its attractive metal counter is all about raw seafood. Delicious plates of scallops, tuna, butterflyfish, etc., all raw, but also oysters to delight your palate. Fish arrivals are local and sustainable. These feasts are accompanied by a (very good) glass of white wine. You can also enjoy the superbly stocked seafood platters, or a few hot dishes like the classic San Francisco chowder soup.
FRASCATI
Read moreFor a successful dinner with a changing menu, tinged with French and Italian influences. An address with the appearance of a Mediterranean bistro, much appreciated by the locals. The cable car that passes by at regular intervals adds a romantic note to this neighborhood restaurant. The cheese platter is served with fruit pastes and the desserts are delicious, like the warm black chocolate pudding with hazelnut ice cream, caramel and chocolate sauce. By the way, all these desserts and ice creams are home made. And the wine list is just as good.
SANRAKU
Read moreSanraku is one of Nob Hill's top sushi spots. You can eat there while watching the chefs create their wonders at the bar. If they are not too busy, they will even be happy to chat with you and share their knowledge. The decoration is a mix between contemporary Japanese-inspired posters and old-fashioned American furniture. For those who are allergic to raw fish, the udons, special lunch menus, and the donburis (fish or meat on a bed of rice) are excellent and more economical. A very good address
MUSSO & FRANK GRILL
Read moreThe kitchen isn't what distinguishes this restaurant from the gastronomic stage in L.A. It is a mixture of traditional architecture and typical Hollywood stories that make the best of Musso & Frank. It was one of the favourite places of Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. If it is not so frequented by stars, it remains in memories as an old Hollywood institution. Cocktails are also a good argument for coming here. You are discouraged from tasting vegetables or talking with old servers; on the other hand, let's go to the bar where you will certainly enjoy more.
SMALL WORLD
Read moreYou can find at this small and unpretentious address Mediterranean dishes at moderate prices, between kebabs, falafels, burgers and some vegetarian plates. What seems to be commonplace in our country is of great interest in the Napa Valley where everything is so expensive. Moreover, they serve here the best smoothies of the city and you can sit at a very pleasant terrace to cool off in the Californian heat. So you can have a nice and relaxed stopover between two wine tastings with your little finger in the air.
JOHN’S GRILL RESTAURANT
Read moreEstablished in 1908, John's Grill is not only one of the oldest restaurants in San Francisco, it is also the place that Dashiell Hammett chose as a backdrop for his novel The Maltese Falcon. The menu is extensive, you can order an omelette, a (huge and expensive) prime rib, or mussels marinière. But more than to dine, one comes there for a very gangster atmosphere of the 1930s, mythical of the West Coast, and one appreciates to drink there leaning on the bar of the restaurant, while listening to jazz.
MONO INN
Read moreA restaurant that surprises by its quality in the desert landscape of Mono Lake. Built in 1922, it was for a long time a fashionable resort welcoming vacationers for musical evenings, fishing parties or boat trips. Today, the Mono Inn remains a good place to eat with a beautiful view of the lake, and a festive atmosphere on summer weekends (barbecue and live music). International cuisine, meat and fish. The menu changes regularly. It is the best place for miles around (which is rather deserted, of course).
LAKEFRONT RESTAURANT
Located on the edge of Twin Lakes and within the Tamarack Lodge, the ...Read more
PROVIDENCE
Read moreProvidence is renowned for being the best seafood restaurant in the United States. Without exaggeration, the plates here resemble masterpieces. The food is as beautiful to contemplate as it is delicious to savor: each dish is of rare finesse, executed with unparalleled skill. As the tasting menu changes frequently, it's difficult to recommend a particular dish; what's certain is that you'll come away from your evening amazed, with your taste buds full of fish. A great address.
SACRAMENTO NATURAL FOODS CO-OP
Read moreThis small supermarket located east of downtown offers sandwiches, salads and prepared meals to take away. All the products offered here are fresh, carefully selected and generally meet organic specifications. You can also do your general grocery shopping here and even have a coffee on the sunny terrace on the second floor. It is possible to order online, to have the products delivered and to become a member of the cooperative.
MILLIE'S CAFE
Read moreLooking for a good breakfast or an American-style brunch? Look no further: Millie's Cafe is a reference in the field. If you want to fully immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the place, ask to sit at the counter, opposite the kitchen, where the chefs are busy. Otherwise, the small adjacent dining room and the sidewalk terrace could not be nicer. However, you will have to wait in line, especially on weekends, starting at 10 am. A little tip: if you come alone, you'll have to go in front of everyone else.
FIG TREE
Read moreRight on the Venice Boardwalk, this charming restaurant is an ideal vantage point for the many artists and misfits that roam the neighborhood. Since it opened in 1978, Fig Tree has been a family-owned neighborhood institution, blending Latin roots with Pacific Rim influences. It has a tempting menu, with a focus on breakfast, between plantain pancakes and chilaquiles. Also on the menu: a dozen or so dishes to be enjoyed at lunch or dinner, ranging from chicken and avocado to burgers.
THE CURIOUS PALATE
Read moreWalking into a shopping mall, you'd never expect to come across an address like this. But this restaurant has a simple concept: everything here is homemade, using seasonal produce. From burgers and their absolutely delicious fries to superb pasta with pea pesto, healthy salads and all kinds of sandwiches, the dishes are delicate, fresh and tasty. Plus: a fine selection of local beers. Excellent value for money. Finally, a special mention for the warm welcome.
THE ALBRIGHT
Read moreRight at the beginning of the Santa Monica Pier, where the crowds thicken, stands this family-run address, which has been in business for 40 years. As with many Californian establishments, The Albright is a fast-casual affair, with fast-food-style ordering and payment at the counter, and plates similar to those of a traditional restaurant. Here, the food is tasty, the oysters fresh. On the menu: a wide variety of seafood and raw, fried or grilled fish, as well as burgers, rolls, pokés and ceviches - to name but a few.
BOTTEGA LOUIE
Read moreBottega Louie is a vast space with white marble floors, white walls, and a high ceiling... And white. More than a restaurant, this establishment is an army of cooks who prepare the pizzas and delicious salads on the menu. It's one of Downtown's most fashionable places, as friendly and loud as it is chic. On weekends, the brunch offers a quieter atmosphere, especially since the pastries are to die for. In addition, a new branch has opened in the West Hollywood neighborhood.
FOGO DE CHÃO BRAZILIAN STEAKHOUSE
Read moreA meal at Fogo de Chão is the promise of a feast. This Brazilian restaurant offers a wide selection of meats: filet mignon, lamb, pork chops, or chicken surrounded by bacon served with steak... All roasted on a giant grill. The plus: a spectacular salad bar, with smoked salmon, vegetables and soup - among others. The restaurant is mostly frequented by families celebrating events, so the atmosphere is always festive.
MAGNOLIA GASTROPUB & BREWERY
Read moreBuilt in 1903, the building was long a pharmacy before becoming a café during the 1964 hippie movement. Magnolia Gastropub is now known for its Irish pub atmosphere with a rather classic interior design. Numerous draught beers made in-house and frankly good; traditional pub cuisine revisited. The fragrant homemade sausages are particularly worth a visit, as are the classic weekend brunches.
BOSSA NOVA BRAZILIAN CUISINE
Read moreIf you're really hungry and want to discover the subtleties of Brazilian cuisine, this is the place for you. However, although the country is the world champion of churrasco - grilled meat - Bossa Nova also serves a fine selection of pastas, salads, pizzas, burgers and bowls. A la carte" specialties include blackened chicken with Cajun sauce and the catch of the day with lemon cream risotto.
MARUFUKU RAMEN
Read moreMarufuku is a popular ramen restaurant in Japantown, with a very chic, designer Japanese setting, which has even opened other outlets in North Cal (in Oakland and Cupertino in particular). Two star ramen on the menu: the authentic Tonkotsu Hakata ramen, featuring a milky, umami-rich pork broth simmered for hours, with fine artisanal noodles. And Paitan ramen with white chicken chashu, seasoned boiled egg, green onions, kikurage mushrooms and bean sprouts. Excellent izakaya appetizers and quality sake. Delicious and affordable.