New York retains its top spot on Global Tastemakers’ 2024 list of the best cities to eat and drink in the United States. Also Honolulu; Portland, Maine. And Washington, D.C. caught the judges’ attention, maintaining its position as the nation’s top foodie city. Here’s a complete list of where to travel and taste this year.
01. New York City
Few American cities can satisfy every appetite like New York. From L’Industrie Pizzeria’s burrata slices to Superiority Burger’s pearl pie to Sappe’s dreamy drinks, New York City has an uncanny ability to expertly balance classic cuisine with the latest trends. New openings of Korean high-end restaurants, led by Meju, Cocoduck, Naro, and Nox, have increased rapidly.
02. New Orleans
Dining in New Orleans is a seamless blend of old and new. Classic Creole cuisine can be enjoyed at traditional restaurants such as Dooky Chase Restaurant and Brigtsen`s. Also contributing to the city’s modern food culture are Dakar Nola, Wild South, and the highly anticipated Acamaya from Ana Her Castro, who was named F&W Best New Chef 2022.
03. Chicago
Chicago’s incredibly varied culinary culture caters to all budgets and tastes. To sample some of the many options, try the Filipino tasting menu at Kasama, the classic Italian beef sandwich at Al’s or Johnnie’s, the tacos at Birrieria Zaragoza’s, or the Cambodian fried chicken sandwich at Hermosa’s.
04. Austin
Austin has moved up from his 10th place on this year’s list to his 4th place. As the home of Edgar Rico of Nixta Taqueria, named 2023 F&W Restaurant of the Year Birdies and 2023 F&W Best New Chef, the city finds new ways to impress each year. It’s successful. If you’re planning a trip, be sure to check out Rico’s guide to the best attractions in the Texas capital, from baguettes to ramen.
05. Los Angeles
Few cities embrace the transnational concept as much as Los Angeles. At Anajak Thai, crowds will snake around the block on Tuesdays to enjoy Thai tacos from F&W 2022 Best New Chef Justin Pichetrunsi. Meanwhile, F&W 2023 Best New Chef Hannah Ziskin tucks into a thick pan pizza with a prepared quarter her sheet and layers the cake. If you’re looking for one of the city’s best unpretentious wine bars, he offers a clever selection of natural wines at The Ruby Fruit, located in an often overlooked mall.
06. Charleston
Due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, Charleston is known for its abundance of fresh seafood and famous raw food bars such as Leon`s Oyster Shop and The Ordinary. Other signature dishes you won’t want to miss include Okra Soup from Bertha’s Kitchen, Barbecued Whole Pig from Rodney Scotts, and Coconut Cake from Peninsula Grill.
07. Miami
Miami has always been a cosmopolitan city, and the diversity of its dining scene has only increased in recent years. At Maty`s in Midtown, F&W 2023 Best New Chef Valerie Chan prepares bold Peruvian dishes (choclo with huancaina, oxtail saltado), while MiMo’s Phuc Ye mixes Vietnamese and Colombian flavors (Wagyu beef churrasco, etc.). lemongrass ponzu sauce). Who makes the best Cuban sandwich? This is a never-ending debate, with many locals favoring Sanguich de Miami.
08. Washington, D.C.
Bad Saint is a groundbreaking Filipino restaurant that inspired D.C.’s culinary scene, although it closed in 2022. It gained national attention nearly a decade ago, and the new wave of dining in the capital continues to this day. Kevin Tien’s Moon Rabbit now has a reputation for inventive, unique, modern Vietnamese cuisine, and the charming pizza bar The Little Grand offers eclectic pizza and wine pairings. Other highlights include Rob Lubba’s vegetable-focused Oyster Oyster, named F&W Best New Chef 2022, and new Pascual from Isabel Coss and Matt Conroy, named F&W Best New Chef 2023. , wood-fired Mexican cuisine intrigues DC diners.
09. Portland, Maine
Portland, Maine is quickly becoming one of the Northeast’s premier culinary hubs, with budget-friendly omakase at Izakaya Minato, Neapolitan sourdough pizza and meat ragu at Quanto Busta. We offer must-try options such as our homemade rigatoni with side dish. Green dandelions downwind. At Cocktail Mary, most nights turn into impromptu dance parties. It’s an inclusive, affordable, and most importantly, fun party.
10. Honolulu
His ideal day in Hawaii’s capital begins with a hearty breakfast at Chef Leigh Anne Wong’s Koko Head Her Cafe, then eases to Helena’s Her Hawaiian Food Enjoy a late lunch across the street. We offer kalua pork and poi cooked in an earth oven. Finally, Michelle Carr Ueoka and Wade Ueoka’s MW Restaurant is a dinner restaurant known for its stylish take on Hawaiian comfort food and quirky desserts like Michelle’s MW Candy Bar.
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