There’s just something about an authentic sandwich shop with a line out the door, burger joint that only has three things on the menu, or a fried chicken shack recommended by everyone in town, that has the ability to peak our interest and lead us to the car for the journey. And according to a recent survey by VacationRenter, these are the best restaurants in the U.S. by city, judging by their extensive Yelp and Google reviews. Some you may already have on your wish list to hit next and some you may have never heard of, but trust your peers the next time you’re in the mood for something new and give them a shot.

Best Restaurants In the U.S. By City

From NYC and LA, to Philly, Houston and Chicago, these restaurants always top the must-visit lists in their area:

LA: Crossroads KitchenChicago: The Purple PigHouston: Lucille’sPhiladelphia: Charlie Was A SinnerNYC: Beauty & Essex

Check out the full list here: As you can see, it’s a healthy mix of Italian pizza places, Southern staples, coffee houses, barbecue havens and many vegan eateries. Be sure to check them out the next time you’re in their town! Up next: 100 Best Date-Night Restaurants in America

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