Eat Where the Locals Eat: 29 Local Dining Guides to the Best Restaurants in America

Do you travel to eat where the locals eat? If you are traveling in the continental United States and want to dine like a local foodie, get the inside scoop about the culinary scene in destinations across the USA in this collaborative collection of 29 dining guides written by local bloggers from New York City to Seattle.

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Eating like a local is an essential part of my travel experiences. When I visit a new destination, I seek out dining experiences that allow me to learn about the local culture.

In fact, that is a significant reason why I usually ask locals for their suggestions about where to eat and drink. So, I’ve collaborated with my fellow Social Fabric bloggers to bring you a roundup of dining guides for destinations across the United States, all written by locals about the city they call home.

Whether you want to taste Texas barbecue in Austin, Maryland crabs in Baltimore, or southern-style biscuits in Charleston, you will find delicious local dishes at the restaurants suggested in the dining guides linked below. Apologies in advance because these posts may make your mouth water. 😉

Eastern US Dining Guides

1. Baltimore, Maryland – Theresa’s Reviews
2. Boston, Massachusetts –  Bianca Blogs
3. Fairfax, Virginia – Cook With 5 Kids
4. Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania – Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
5. New York, New York – Smiling Notes
6. North Jersey, New Jersey – Crayons and Cravings
7. Western Finger Lakes, New York – Home in the Finger Lakes

Western US Dining Guides

1. Austin, Texas – Kitchen Concoctions
2. Austin, Texas – My Big Fat Happy Life
3. Austin, Texas – Hi Lovely
4. Forney, Texas – My Life Homemade
5. Houston, Texas – Pop Shop America
6. Los Angeles, California – Moore or Less Cooking
7. Palm Desert, California – Tabler Party of Two
8. San Antonio, Texas – Sincerely Onyi
9. North of Seattle, Washington – Revel and Glitter
10. Seattle, Washington – Satsuma Designs
11. Skagit County, Washington – Long Wait for Isabella

Midwest US Dining Guides

1. Bloomington-Normal, Illinois – Become A Coupon Queen
2. Canton, Ohio – Hall of Fame Moms
3. Carmel, Indiana – Home Maid Simple
4. Cleveland, Ohio – Greatest Escapist
5. Grand Rapids, Michigan – The Epicurean Traveler

Southeastern US Dining Guides

1. Atlanta, Georgia – Sunshine and Holly
2. Charleston, South Carolina – My Borrowed Heaven
3. Fort Lauderdale, Florida – Acupful
4. Greenville, South Carolina – Joann’s Food Bites
5. Macon, Georgia – Intelligent Domestications
6. North Miami, Florida – Sabrina’s Sea of Colors

Eating Like a Local in the USA

In this post, I shared 29 restaurant guides, written by locals, for destinations across the United States. These writers shared their favorite restaurants in US cities, from Boston to Los Angeles. For even more ideas of where to eat in the USA, check out:

• 10 Must-Have Atlanta Culinary Experiences
• Our Favorite New York City Bagel Shops & Brunch Spots
• Where to Eat in Chicago: 9 Restaurants We Think You’ll Love
• Recommended by Locals: Best Places to Eat in Wisconsin’s Door County
• Best Local Lunch Spots in Ann Arbor, Michigan (With Map)
• Romantic Date Night Restaurants in Grand Rapids, Michigan
• Best Local Places to Eat and Drink in Holland, Michigan
• Where to Eat Like a Local in Saugatuck, Michigan
• Best Irish Pubs in Detroit (With Map)
• 10 Breakfast and Brunch Spots Worth the Trip
• I Scream, You Scream: The 10 Tastiest Ice Creams

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