The Time Out EAT List: North America

Expect Thai cuisine and Mexican street food to rub shoulders with Venezuelan arepas.

Southern food gets a lot of love from Americans and tourists alike – can you blame them?

A flurry of buzz-worthy new eateries and a food hall are just getting the city started.

Banff’s restaurants are much like the town itself – a touch of warmth and comfort nestled among the spectacular peaks of the Rockies. 

Mississauga may feel like one big suburban sprawl, but look a little closer at those side streets, strip malls and industrial complexes and you’ll discover a different part of the city made up of a network of international restaurants that run the gamut from humble mom-and-pop shops to elegant eateries. 

Take it from acclaimed food writer and 16-time James Beard award winner Alan Richman, who once called Montreal the best restaurant city in America. 

With endless sources of fresh seafood, a focus on local ingredients and consistently friendly service, it’s easy to eat well in Halifax. 

Saskatoon, the Paris of the Canadian prairies, has a buzzing food scene that in recent years has blended the best of local and global ingredients. 

Farm-to-table has well and truly arrived, and Niagara Falls’ restaurants are well equipped to offer visitors to this epic natural wonder a well-rounded taste of Canada.

It’s unlikely Winnipeg tops your list of Canada’s most exciting culinary destinations, but the truth is that the food scene in Manitoba’s capital might just be one of the Great White North’s best-kept secrets, making dining at each one of the best restaurants in Winnipeg a very necessary thing to do while in town. 

 Here, the best restaurants in St. Augustine mix southern flavors, colonial preparations and of-the-moment ingredients to create something truly unique and decidedly Floridian.

The restaurants in Taos are bound to satisfy, whether you’ve just finished a day of skiing or are enjoying a romantic night out.

The restaurant industry here represents a multitude of cultural tastes, including American, Mediterranean, Mexican, Ethiopian, Asian, Middle Eastern and so many more. Ready for a sample? 

From tamale joints to pasta emporiums

From chocolatiers to country cooking, here's our pick of the best restaurants in Naperville.

From Middle Eastern cuisine to good old American staples, here are the best restaurants in Spokane.

Iowa dining is about more than pork, corn and fried foods on sticks and the best restaurants in Des Moines prove that.

Treat your inner foodie to the best restaurants in Sedona, where local seasonal ingredients meet bold diverse flavors.

Hungry? Book in to the best restaurants in Sarasota for delicious food that’ll knock your socks off.

A German beer hall, deep dish pizza and a classic Chicago steakhouse are among the best dining options in Rosemont.

Check out the best restaurants in Park City, where cosmopolitan eats rival legendary snow.

From fine-dining to food trucks, these restaurants in Olympia have one thing in common: local produce reigns supreme.

Waterside dining, fresh seafood and sushi destinations all pepper our list of best restaurants in Newport Beach.

Get a taste of the best restaurants in Laguna Beach, including seaside dives and upscale locales.

Oysters, the local specialty, are just one of the many delicious things served at the best restaurants in Hilton Head.

From street tacos and breakfast burritos to rustic Italian fare, the best restaurants in El Paso go beyond the obvious.

The best restaurants in Cancún include delicious taco joints and extravagant cuisine, you won’t know what to try first!

The best restaurants in Boise are about much more than Idaho potatoes. Get ready to get eating.

From quick bites to gourmet banquets, here's our pick of the best restaurants in Addison.

This dreamy destination has a raft of amazing restaurants, from beach shacks to fancy fusion joints.

Head to the best restaurants in Tulsa and eat the most delicious fried catfish of your life, juicy burgers and more.

From standout cafes to fancy eateries and roadside gems, these are the best restaurants in Tallahassee.

The best restaurants in Schaumburg serve up everything from hearty burgers to fried oysters to Italian comfort food.

Eat like a Floridian at the best restaurants in St. Augustine, where southern flavors meet seaside freshness.

A small island can pack a culinary punch: the best restaurants in Puerto Rico will make your foodie dreams come true.

You’ll find a lot more than buttery lobster rolls and oyster platters at the best restaurants in Providence.

An eclectically delicious scene is painted (and eaten) at the best restaurants in Louisville, serving different cusines.

Eat and drink your way through the best restaurants in Grand Rapids, from casual to fine dining spots.

The best restaurants in Fort Collins range from gourmet taco shops to farm-fresh spots—with lots of breweries between.

From pubs and pizza joints to bold concepts and global flavors, the best restaurants in Easton will delight you.

From tender brisket to killer pizza and cutting-edge ramen, the dishes at Forth Worth's best restaurants will never bore.

Whether craving traditional Southern cuisine or a modern take on the comfort food, the best restaurants in Chattanooga deliver.

The best restaurants in Charlotte reflect the city’s fast-growing dining scene, filled with Southern-style food and more.

Here are the best places to dine in this affluent neighborhood in Northeast Atlanta.

Southern food goes far beyond fried chicken and biscuits, as you’ll discover with the best restaurants in Asheville.

If it’s culinary trends and foods that you’re after, visit the best restaurants in Annapolis. Yes, you read that right.

Dining at the best restaurants in Scottsdale, from brewpubs to fancy eateries, is an experience. Are you ready for it?

This Georgia city is no longer content to settle for culinary stereotypes: here are the best restaurants in Savannah.

Specializing in fried chicken and Southern food, the best restaurants in Raleigh elevate the city’s culinary scene.

Find a ton of beef alongside classic Italian and French dishes at the best restaurants in Omaha.

Here’s where to find great tacos, seafood, rooftop views and the best fine-dining in town.

In between visits to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the spa, Santa Fe's best restaurants should be on your to-do list.

The best restaurants in Oklahoma City are some of America's best kept secrets—and it's time you eat at all of them.

From gastropubs to fine dining establishments, the best restaurants in Niagara Falls are anything but tourist traps.

Looking for farm-fresh cuisine in Vermont? Make a beeline for these brilliant Burlington restaurants.

Use our guide to find the city’s best restaurants, including classic steakhouses and James Beard Award winners.

This city’s foodie scene is on the rise: the best restaurants in Baton Rouge are diverse and intriguing.

From joints slinging boozy margaritas to dreamy dim-sum mainstays, here are the very best restaurants in Baltimore.

The best restaurants in Tucson prove that the town deserves its title of World City of Gastronomy: Tucsonans know food.

Taste your way through the Minnesota capital's finest fare at the best restaurants in St. Paul.

This midwestern gem pack a punch when it comes to dining—find (and eat) the proof at the best restaurants in Milwaukee.

Whether you’ve got a cheese-curd craving or want to try a homey pub, get your fill at the best restaurants in Madison.

The local culinary scene is so varied that eating at the best restaurants in Detroit will feel like a world-wide trip.

From meat-heavy comfort food to Tex-Mex mainstays, here are the very best restaurants in Alice.

Variety is the name of the game here: the best restaurants in Victoria serve a whole lot of different cuisines.

Eat and drink your way through San Diego's vibrant food scene with our guide to the best restaurants in town.

Ready to get eating? The best restaurants in Ottawa serve diverse food (yes, alongside poutine) all across the city.

From a legendary sandwich to fine-dining that will tickle your taste buds, these are the best restaurants in Ann Arbor.

Whether you're craving Thai or tapas, you'll find world-class fare at the best restaurants in Portland.

For a dose of multicultural dining and tons of meat, you’ll want to devour food at the best restaurants in Calgary.

Get a taste of the best restaurants Denver has to offer, from stylish hangouts to fine dining spots and marketplaces.

To find the best restaurants in Palo Alto, you just need to know where to look.

The capital of Silicon Valley is full of stellar cheap eats and a Michelin star or two.

From speciality dishes to comfort food, here's our guide to the best restaurants in Boulder

The best restaurants in Dallas serve way more than the beef the city is known for. This kind of southern comfort fare will make your head swirl.

The local culinary scene is so varied that eating at the best restaurants in Detroit will feel like a world-wide trip

Known as the capital of beef, Edmonton is much more than that—as proven by the best local restaurants

Whether you're after pizza or Peking duck, you can find it all at the best Evanston restaurants

Dining at the best restaurants in Hamilton will grant you access to delicious food served in different parts of the city

Craving true Tex-Mex food? Look no further than the best restaurants in Houston. Trust us on this one.

Our guide to the best restaurants in Las Vegas from fine dining on the Strip to top pizza, buffets and beyond

From cafeteria cuisine to incredible dining experiences, here’s our pick of the best restaurants in Nashville

Delicious Southern cuisine and ethnic foods delight your taste buds at the best restaurants in National Harbor

We promise you: dining at the best restaurants in New Orleans will completely change your perspective on food.

Orlando is about more than theme parks and chain eateries—as proven by these overall best local restaurants

Desert eating is no longer what it used to be. Visit the best restaurants in Phoenix to figure that out for yourself.

Savor the best restaurants in Pittsburgh, from classic sandwich shops and bakeries to food halls and hot spots

Foodie lovers, unite! The best restaurants in Seattle deliver meals that will satisfy any sort of craving. Bon appetit!