Restaurants
Dining guides, chef spotlights, and restaurant coverage from a team of editors and writers who don’t miss a meal.
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The 20 Best New Restaurants of 2025
From a thrilling Mexican seafood spot in New Orleans to outstanding soul food in San Francisco, these are the best new restaurants in the US.
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The Absolute Best Dishes We Ate at New Restaurants in 2025
A bacon-topped pandan waffle, tender farmer’s cheese dumpling, and nine other dishes our scouters loved on the road this year.
Taste of the Town
Where to eatThe Best Pho in Houston
A bowl of pho is as essential to Houston dining as a platter of barbecue. Check out these eight top spots during your next visit.
RestaurantsThe Best Cuban Sandwiches in Miami
Miamians are passionate about what makes the perfect Cuban sandwich. Here are eight places that get it right.
RestaurantsThe Best Pizza in Detroit
Detroit-style pizza has fueled the Motor City for generations. From a vegan newcomer to tried-and-true classics, these are the best versions.
RestaurantsThe Best Crab Cakes in Baltimore
Summer means blue crab season in Baltimore, which locals celebrate with generously packed crab cakes. These are the best versions.
RestaurantsThe Best Lemon Pepper Wings in Atlanta
Served everywhere from strip clubs to Bangladeshi and Filipino restaurants, lemon pepper wings are a staple of Atlanta food culture. These are a local expert’s top picks.
RestaurantsThe Best Kebabs in Paris
Parisian life is fueled by endless combinations of fire-grilled meat, crisp vegetables, and bright sauce folded into pliable bread. These versions are a cut above the rest.
RestaurantsThe Best Breakfast Tacos in San Antonio
No place does breakfast tacos quite like San Antonio, where homemade flour tortillas are loaded with sustenance and flavor. These eight restaurants blend tradition and ingenuity.
RestaurantsThe Best Doro Wat in Washington, DC
The rich and spicy stew, often regarded as Ethiopia’s national dish, is the pride of local restaurants. Here are the eight best versions.
RestaurantsThe Best Lobster Rolls in Portland, Maine
Alongside great traditional versions, chefs reinterpret the classic dish with steamed bao, bathed in curry-flavored mayo, and with plush homemade tortillas.
RestaurantsThe Best Poutine in Montreal
From tried-and-true classics to inspired new spins, these are the nine top spots for a curd-squeaking, gravy-drenched Quebecois specialty.
RestaurantsThe 8 Best Barbecue Restaurants in Houston
Blood Bros.’ Smoked turkey bahn mi, standout sausages at The Pit Room, glorious brisket from Gatlin’s BBQ, and plenty more proof Houston is one of America’s best and most interesting barbecue cities.
Where to eatThe 8 Best Donut Shops in Portland, OR
From old-school classics to a chewy new wave of mochi donuts, these are the very best donut shops to start—or finish—your day.
Where to eatThese Are the 12 Best Tacos in Los Angeles
Regional taco styles are flourishing in LA. These are local food writer and taco expert Javier Cabral’s picks for the absolute best ones across the city.
Where to eatThe 8 Best Italian Beefs in Chicago
From gravy-soaked classics to delightful new spins, Chicago’s iconic Italian beef is alive and well. Here’s where to find the very best versions, according to a local.
Where to eatThe 8 Best Places to Eat Buffalo Wings in Buffalo
Spicy, buttery, and did we mention spicy? In a city of great wings, these ones soar above the rest.
Code of Conduct
RestaurantsThe Art of Building a Menu With Shared Plates
A group of six wants to dine family-style. Here’s how restaurants make it happen.
RestaurantsAll Your Restaurant Etiquette Questions, Answered
Is it okay to ask for a different table? How do you split the bill with friends? Our industry pro weighs in.
RestaurantsThe Smartest Way to Ask Servers for Menu Recommendations
If you want to ace your order, here are the questions you should and shouldn’t ask, according to the pros.
LifestyleMy Date Is a Dud! Can the Bartender Save Me?
A pro bartender answers your questions about the unspoken rules of bar etiquette
RestaurantsShould Kids Be Allowed in Fine Dining Restaurants?
Some chefs and diners welcome the presence of well-behaved children at costly meals, but there are caveats.
RestaurantsHow to Make, Cancel, and Change Restaurant Reservations Without Being Rude
Can I show up to my reservation with an extra person? Or book two restaurants so I have a backup plan? Here’s everything to know.
RestaurantsHow to Send a Dish Back at a Restaurant Without Making Your Waiter Hate You
Whether your meal is really salty, really cold, or just really disappointing, there are right and wrong ways to send it back. Here’s how three restaurant pros handle the uncomfortable situation.
RestaurantsHow to Split the Bill at a Restaurant, No Matter How Complicated
Only one person drinking? Your friend ordered the lobster? We asked etiquette experts how to split the check—and avoid paying more than your share.
RestaurantsWait, I Need to Tip on Top of a Service Charge?
From dine-in fees to service charges, here’s everything to know about the extra fees showing up on restaurant checks these days.
The Best Around
Where to eatThe 11 Best Restaurants in Atlanta Right Now
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portlandThe 8 Best Bars in Portland, Oregon Right Now
From dreamy escapes to a drinking den built for film buffs, the bars in PDX are dripping in personality and vibes.
Los AngelesThe 8 Best Bars in Los Angeles Right Now
Big, national names are building a local audience, while homegrown talent dazzle with their attention to craft.
londonThe Best Bars in London Right Now
From indie bars with mercurial menus to posh hotel watering holes, here are 7 spots to try.
philadelphiaThe Best Bars and Cafes in Philadelphia Right Now
Whether you’re sipping a Japanese whisky or enjoying a traditional chai, these 9 spots reflect Philly’s booming drinks scene
RestaurantsThe 11 Best Restaurants in London Right Now
England's capital city is a dining destination like no other, and these 11 restaurants reflect the best London has to offer.
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Your Phone Belongs in Your Pocket, Not on the Table
Keeping devices in your bag during the meal is about more than just manners.
Where to eat
Experience Pittsburgh Dining Like a Local With Chef Nik Forsberg's Must-Dos
The Fet-Fisk chef recommends cemetery wine strolls and late nights at the Squirrel Cage.
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Muslim Pitmasters Are Changing What’s Possible in American BBQ
Halal restaurants like Yearby’s and SabarBBQ are showcasing serious craft in the world of smoked meats.
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The 8 Must-Visit Restaurants to Try This Fall
A Filipino American grillhouse in Philly, a beloved Chicago chef’s next act, and more reasons to dine out this season.
Where to eat
Where and What to Eat at the US Open
In between serves and Love 15, here’s what to eat at NYC’s premier tennis tournament
Culture
How Servers Really Feel About the “No Tax on Tips” Law
Trump’s new No Tax on Tips legislation is sparking mixed feelings among servers and restaurant industry insiders.
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These New Restaurants Are Waking Up the Breakfast Menu
From a Thai cafe in Berkeley to a Cuban-Filipino diner in Chicago, these are the 14 best new breakfast spots in the US.
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The Atlanta Beltline Has Changed How the City Plays and Eats
This 22-mile stretch connects 45 neighborhoods. Here are the bars and restaurants to check out.
Culture
After Two Restaurant Fires, Philly Chef Ange Branca Is Still Standing
At her Malaysian restaurant, Kampar, chef Ange Branca blends mentorship, equity, and resilience into a model for what restaurants could be.
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What It’s Really Like to Eat at Disney World With Food Allergies
Whether you’re vegan, gluten-free, or lactose intolerant, the “Happiest Place on Earth” has something to fit the bill.
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The Food at Epic Universe Is Wild, Weird, and Shockingly Good
Universal’s new Epic Universe takes theme park food to a whole new level.
Restaurants
What the 2025 James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards Say About the State of Dining
Here's what we saw on the ground at one of the biggest nights in food.
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This Austin Café Turned Me Into a Breakfast-for-Dessert Person
At Mercado Sin Nombre, heirloom masa transforms a nostalgic lunchbox dessert into so much more.
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We Need to Talk About How Dark Restaurants Are
Restaurants use mood lighting to curate a vibe, but not everyone agrees on what constitutes bright enough.
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The 9 Best New Bars of 2025
Pouring dialed-in classics, witchy cocktails, or Japanese-inspired drinks, 2025’s Best New Bars are pushing boundaries.
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Making Magic at New Orleans' Newest Witchy Bar, Tatlo
At this Bourbon Street bar, chef Cristina Quakenbush marries her Filipino cooking with her spiritual practice, manifesting divine results.
Lifestyle
The Best Bars in Singapore Are Going Big on Nonalcoholic Cocktails
The international cocktail destination is leveling up non-alc drinking through clever experimentation centering aroma, flavor, and texture.
chicago
The 8 Best Bars in Chicago Right Now
From a chic North Side listening room to an acclaimed Pilsen brewery, Chicago’s drinks scene is as diverse as its 77 neighborhoods.
Restaurants
How Ice Cream Took Over the Dessert Menu
Between slimming margins and shrinking pastry programs, ice cream has become the dessert of choice for a number of buzzy new restaurants.
Restaurants
We Created the World's Best Restaurant—For Just One Night
At an exclusive dinner inside the New York Public Library, Bon Appétit assembled some of the best chefs in the world for an unforgettable four-course meal.
Lifestyle
This Philly Bar Embraces Japanese Craft to Create Incredibly Thoughtful Cocktails
Almanac is an ambitious Japanese-style speakeasy that's a love letter to all things local and seasonal.
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The Best Fried Chicken in Italy Might Be at This Michelin-Starred Chef’s Roadside Restaurants
ALT started as a passion project for chef Niko Romito. Today, it’s a nationwide movement for better roadside dining on Italian motorways.
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Where to Eat in Marfa, Texas
This small West Texas town is big on art and flavor. Well-seasoned locals share their favorite pit stops for a memorable weekend trip.
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The Design Firm Behind Today’s ‘It’ Restaurants
Post Company’s meticulous approach to design creates one-of-a-kind dining experiences
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Marcus Samuelsson Comes Home
At Marcus Addis, atop Ethiopia’s tallest building, one of the world’s most successful chefs is securing his legacy by preparing the next generation of talent.
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Where to Eat in Cornwall, UK
Seafood, surf, and superlative pastries make England’s southwestern most tip a destination like no other.
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The 10 Must-Visit Restaurants to Try This Spring
An Asian American diner in Houston, a swanky Afro-Caribbean restaurant in LA, and more reasons to dine out this season.
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You're Not Imagining It, Restaurants Really Do Save the Best Tables For Reservations
We asked restaurant owners and managers how they choose which tables to set aside for walk-ins. You might want to book your next dinner now.
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The Making of a Cover Story: What It Took to Reach a Fine-Dining Restaurant in the Himalayas
Sarah Khan’s travel diary on the hurdles of reaching Naar, the 16-seat, tasting menu destination on the cover of the Travel Issue.