Restaurants that have opened across the country in the past year have experimented with new cuisines and introduced diners to flavors from around the world. But with so many options to pick from — including old favorites — it can become hard to decide which new spots to try and which to skip.
The ranking includes restaurants from 14 states and two from Washington, DC. Several restaurants highlighted below serve more than just delicious dishes — think immersive experiences, innovative plating, and all-around relaxed vibes. Business Insider identified the best thing to order from the top 25 new restaurants, and what customers say about each spot.
10. Little’s Oyster Bar in Houston
What to order: American red snapper, grilled octopus
What customers say: “This was a last-minute date night spot. We had driven by it countless times but this time we had time to go inside. Parking was a breeze and they even offered free valet. Our servers were always prompt and explained each of the food options well so we were t surprised when it got to our table. The oysters were so fresh, and they offered a large variety. Overall the price wasn’t bad and we’ll be back to try some different foods in the off season of seafood,” wrote a Yelp user named Jazlyn R.
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