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Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Introducing Eater’s list of the Best New Restaurants of 2025. 🎉

Over the past year, we’ve gone to dozens (and dozens) of restaurants nationwide in search of surprising, creative, and memorable meals that surpass all expectations. These 15 spots — including Caribbean and Korean tasting menus in New York and LA, and halal barbecue and fast-casual West African food in Texas — are the best in the U.S. right now.

Find out why each restaurant earned a place on our list at the link in our bio and start making your reservations now.

📸: Scott Semler (@scottdsemler), Zach Horst (@zacharyhorst), Andrew Thomas Lee (@andrewthomaslee), Cary Norton (@carynorton), Tom McGovern (@foodphotographer), Doug Sweet Jr (@dougsweetjr), Carolyn Fong (@cfongphoto), Alex Staniloff (@alexstaniloff), Brittany Conerly (@brittany.conerly), Stan Lee (@secretstan), Thalía Gochez (@thaliagochez), Bonnie Durham (@bonniedurhamphotography), Jarod Opperman (@photoppermanj), Aliya Ikhumen (@aliyaikhumen), Rey Lopez (@reylopezphoto_)

Just look at that churro. 😍

“Plateworthy” host Nyesha Arrington (@nyeshajoyce) is in Los Angeles and on a mission to find the very best bites in the city. First up is pastry destination Santa Canela (@santacanela.la), where she tries one of LA's most talked-about churros — but that’s just the beginning. Next time you’re in LA, don’t skip this winning Mexican bakery.

Tap the link in our bio to watch the full episode.

Hey LA, close your ears: Daniel Dae Kim (@danieldaekim)feels more connected to Korean restaurants in NYC than in LA. 🤫

So where does the beloved actor go when he’s in town? Catch him at spots like Atomix (@atomixnyc), Nami Nori (@naminori.us), Kjun (@kjunnyc), and Coqodaq (@coqodaq) — and find the rest of his favorites in the Eater app at the link in our bio.

Plus, check out "K-Everything," the new series he hosts and executive produces, premiering May 9.

🎥: @mattatouille, @katthompsonn, and @jordls

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

The Dominican Republic is having a fine dining moment.

Ambitious chefs — some trained in Latin America’s best kitchens — are finding new ways to present Dominican cuisine and feature local ingredients in refined settings. Olivier Bur of Cassaré (@cassare.sdq), Gabriel Tejada at Tenú (@tenu.restaurante), Inés Páez Nin (aka Chef Tita) at Aguají (@aguaji.altacocina), and Venezuelan chef Saverio Stassi at Ajuala (@ajualard) turn out hyperseasonal menus and highlight local producers, all while supper clubs, vegetarian pop-ups, and experimental bakeries push boundaries in all directions. Together, they’re why we named the DR one of our Where to Eat destinations in 2026.

Head to the link in our bio to see our other picks, and let us know: Are you bookmarking the Dominican Republic for your next trip?

✍: Nicholas Gill (@nicholasgill2)
📸: José Rozón (@joserozon), Victor Stonem (@victorstonem)

​​On this episode of “Plateworthy,” chef Nyesha Arrington (@nyeshajoyce) returns to her hometown of LA to explore the restaurants that reflect the city's neighborhoods, heritage, and culture. She visits Somerville (@somerville.slauson) in South LA, where she learns to make one of its signature dishes — collard green lasagna — before sitting down with a very special guest: actress (and the restaurant's co-creator!) Issa Rae (@issarae).

Watch the whole episode at the link in our bio.

We sat down with actor Daniel Dae Kim (@danieldaekim) for lunch at Soban (@sobanlosangeles), one of the best Korean restaurants in LA, to chat about all things Korean food — including his favorite Korean restaurants across the country, how he eats gejang (raw marinated crabs), his favorite Korean street food, and more. Will you be tuning in to watch his new show "K-Everything"?

🎥: Jordan Shalhoub (@jordls), Kat Thompson (@katthompsonn), Matthew Kang (@mattatouille), Seyeon Bang (@seyeonbangfilm)

Tomatoes are a fruit. ✅
Tomatoes in fruit salad? 🙅

Tap the link in bio to watch the full episode of “Let’s Do Lunch” with celebrity chef and humanitarian José Andrés (@chefjoseandres) at Washington, D.C.’s Casa Teresa (@casateresadc), and to hear more of the chef’s extremely entertaining Andrés-isms. 🤣

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

When did pancakes get so thick? 👀

At restaurants across the country, classic stacks of pancakes have given way to just one or two super-thick, showstopper pancakes. Instead of spreading out on a griddle, these are formed to a pan into a signature flying-saucer shape.

See the masa pancakes at New York City’s Hellbender (@hellbendernyc); the malted “big pancake” at Philadelphia’s Middle Child Clubhouse (@middlechildclubhouse), topped with butter molded with a smiley face; the ricotta pancakes with sweet and savory add-ons at Washington, D.C.’s Osteria Morini (@osteriamorinidc); and of course, the famous pancakes at NYC’s Golden Diner (@goldendinerny). Tap the link in our bio to read more from senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina), and let us know below: Would you rather have an extra-thick pancake, or a big stack of pancakes?

“So while he’s highly missed, in a way, I think he’s more present than ever.” 🥹

We took celebrity chef and humanitarian José Andrés (@chefjoseandres) out to brunch at one of his favorite Spanish restaurants in Washington, D.C., Casa Teresa (@casateresadc). He talked about Anthony Bourdain, his favorite restaurants in D.C. and Spain, and why he thinks everyone (especially the folks in “The Wizard of Oz”) need to eat more tinned seafood. Tap the link in our bio to watch the latest episode of “Let’s Do Lunch.”

Los Angeles *might* be the greatest eating city in America. Its food identity is not one dish, nor a single cuisine, but the collision of many. Sonora’s flour tortillas and Tijuana-style tacos both live in the hearts of Angelenos, as do Thai boat noodles, tlayudas from Oaxaca, Ethiopian doro wat, Armenian khorovats, and crispy Persian tahdig.

Tap the link in our bio to see how to spend a fulfilling weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA (and yes, you will need to rent a car, sorry).

Los Angeles *might* be the greatest eating city in America. Its food identity is not one dish, nor a single cuisine, but the collision of many. Sonora’s flour tortillas and Tijuana-style tacos both live in the hearts of Angelenos, as do Thai boat noodles, tlayudas from Oaxaca, Ethiopian doro wat, Armenian khorovats, and crispy Persian tahdig.

Tap the link in our bio to see how to spend a fulfilling weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA (and yes, you will need to rent a car, sorry).

Los Angeles *might* be the greatest eating city in America. Its food identity is not one dish, nor a single cuisine, but the collision of many. Sonora’s flour tortillas and Tijuana-style tacos both live in the hearts of Angelenos, as do Thai boat noodles, tlayudas from Oaxaca, Ethiopian doro wat, Armenian khorovats, and crispy Persian tahdig.

Tap the link in our bio to see how to spend a fulfilling weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA (and yes, you will need to rent a car, sorry).

Los Angeles *might* be the greatest eating city in America. Its food identity is not one dish, nor a single cuisine, but the collision of many. Sonora’s flour tortillas and Tijuana-style tacos both live in the hearts of Angelenos, as do Thai boat noodles, tlayudas from Oaxaca, Ethiopian doro wat, Armenian khorovats, and crispy Persian tahdig.

Tap the link in our bio to see how to spend a fulfilling weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA (and yes, you will need to rent a car, sorry).

Los Angeles *might* be the greatest eating city in America. Its food identity is not one dish, nor a single cuisine, but the collision of many. Sonora’s flour tortillas and Tijuana-style tacos both live in the hearts of Angelenos, as do Thai boat noodles, tlayudas from Oaxaca, Ethiopian doro wat, Armenian khorovats, and crispy Persian tahdig.

Tap the link in our bio to see how to spend a fulfilling weekend of eating and sightseeing in LA (and yes, you will need to rent a car, sorry).

Kimchi-steamed clams with Korean rice cakes? Say less. 😍

Senior reporter Bettina Makalintal (@buttina) used a recipe from Crush (@crushbistro_bottleshops) in Anchorage, Alaska — that’s in our brand-new cookbook (!) — to make this winning (and super quick) meal.

If you’re looking for more iconic regional recipes, you can get your copy of “Eaterland: Recipes and Stories from Across the United States” at the link in bio.

Between the tasting menus, pop-ups, century-old classics, Michelin star winners, trendy new hot spots, and so much more, there’s obviously way too much to eat in New York to cover in a lifetime, let alone a long weekend. But instead of trying to hit it all, think of a food-filled visit as a chance to sample your way around the world in a single city.

Tap the link in our bio to see the full whirlwind tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens in just three days, and let us know: What are your must-hit NYC spots?

Between the tasting menus, pop-ups, century-old classics, Michelin star winners, trendy new hot spots, and so much more, there’s obviously way too much to eat in New York to cover in a lifetime, let alone a long weekend. But instead of trying to hit it all, think of a food-filled visit as a chance to sample your way around the world in a single city.

Tap the link in our bio to see the full whirlwind tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens in just three days, and let us know: What are your must-hit NYC spots?

Between the tasting menus, pop-ups, century-old classics, Michelin star winners, trendy new hot spots, and so much more, there’s obviously way too much to eat in New York to cover in a lifetime, let alone a long weekend. But instead of trying to hit it all, think of a food-filled visit as a chance to sample your way around the world in a single city.

Tap the link in our bio to see the full whirlwind tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens in just three days, and let us know: What are your must-hit NYC spots?

Between the tasting menus, pop-ups, century-old classics, Michelin star winners, trendy new hot spots, and so much more, there’s obviously way too much to eat in New York to cover in a lifetime, let alone a long weekend. But instead of trying to hit it all, think of a food-filled visit as a chance to sample your way around the world in a single city.

Tap the link in our bio to see the full whirlwind tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens in just three days, and let us know: What are your must-hit NYC spots?

Between the tasting menus, pop-ups, century-old classics, Michelin star winners, trendy new hot spots, and so much more, there’s obviously way too much to eat in New York to cover in a lifetime, let alone a long weekend. But instead of trying to hit it all, think of a food-filled visit as a chance to sample your way around the world in a single city.

Tap the link in our bio to see the full whirlwind tour around Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens in just three days, and let us know: What are your must-hit NYC spots?