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TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel platform, today announced the winners of its annual Travelers’ Choice® Awards for Restaurants. Based on a full year of TripAdvisor reviews, these restaurants were consistently given high ratings and praise by diners across the globe.
This year, the awards recognize 584 total restaurants globally and 75 U.S. restaurants in the categories of Fine Dining, Everyday Dining and Fast Casual. Award winners were determined by factoring in the quantity and quality of reviews, gathered over a 12-month period.
Daniel in New York City has been awarded the top U.S. Fine Dining spot this year, reclaiming its position from 2017. (In the global ranking, Beijing’s TRB Hutong has been crowned the number one Fine Dining restaurant in the world, the first time a restaurant in Asia has received this honor.)
Fast Facts
- Americans love surf and turf dining: Steakhouses and seafood restaurants dominate the U.S. list.
- Charleston is a fine-dining hub: For the last two years, this South Carolina port city has been home to three of the top 10 Fine Dining restaurants in the country.
- New York City has the most restaurant winners in the U.S., with 10 across all three categories.
- When it comes to quick and convenient dining, Americans are burger crazy: Six of the top 10 winning Fast Casual restaurant locations are known for serving some of the best burgers in the country.
“Diners rely on candid reviews and guidance from other TripAdvisor users to discover restaurants of all types, from local hidden gems to famous restaurants all over the world,” said Bertrand Jelensperger, senior vice president for TripAdvisor Restaurants.
Following are the top 10 restaurants in the U.S. by category, along with popular dishes from recent Trip Advisor reviews.
Fine Dining Award-Winners
High-end, special occasion restaurants known for impeccable food and service.
Daniel – New York City, New York (also ranked #21 in the world overall)
- Popular dishes: Foie gras, amuse bouches
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Halls Chophouse – Charleston, South Carolina
- Popular dishes: Prime rib, crab cakes
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GW Fins – New Orleans, Louisiana
- Popular dishes: Soft shell crab, lobster dumplings
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Lahaina Grill – Lahaina, Hawaii
- Popular dishes: Wagyu beef ravioli, triple berry pie
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Geronimo – Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Popular dishes: Elk tenderloin, sea bass
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Charleston Grill – Charleston, South Carolina
- Popular dishes: Foie gras, crab cakes
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Peninsula Grill – Charleston, South Carolina
- Popular dishes: Lobster “3 Way,” coconut cake
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Mama’s Fish House – Paia, Hawaii
- Popular dishes: Stuffed fish, panang curry
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Merriman's – Waimea, Hawaii
- Popular dishes: Monchong, lamb chops
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The Bazaar by Jose Andres – Miami Beach, Florida
- Popular dishes: Smoked oysters, dragon fruit ceviche
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Everyday Dining Award-Winners
Restaurants that provide great meals for any occasion that don’t break the bank.
Pane & Vino – Miami Beach, Florida
- Popular dishes: Spaghetti alla Ruota, cappelletti verdi tartufati
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Carmine's Italian Restaurant - Times Square – New York City, New York
- Popular dishes: Penne alla vodka, stuffed mushrooms
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5 Napkin Burger – New York City, New York
- Popular dishes: 5 Napkin Burger, wings
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11th Street Diner – Miami Beach, Florida
- Popular dishes: Burger, pancakes
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Piccola Cucina Osteria – New York City, New York
- Popular dishes: Arancini, octopus
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Fog Harbor Fish House – San Francisco, California
- Popular dishes: Clam chowder, salmon
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Duke's Waikiki – Honolulu, Hawaii
- Popular dishes: Fish tacos, ribs
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The Crab Pot Seafood Restaurant – Seattle, Washington
- Popular dishes: Clams, Dungeness
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Old Ebbitt Grill – Washington, D.C.
- Popular dishes: Oysters, crab cakes
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Blue Heaven – Key West, Florida
- Popular dishes: Lobster Benedict, jerk chicken
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Fast Casual Award-Winners
Restaurants that offer high-quality meals at a great value to diners on the go.
Earl of Sandwich – Orlando, Florida
What diners say: “This place is amazing the food is so delicious.”
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Shake Shack – Miami Beach, Florida
What diners say: “For me, their burgers are the best in the world.”
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In-N-Out Burger – Los Angeles, California
What diners say: “I make sure I stop here for a burger and fries every time I plan a trip to the West Coast.”
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The Taco Stand – La Jolla, California
What diners say: “We ate here 3 times in 6 days it was that good.”
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Portillo's Hot Dogs – Chicago, Illinois
What diners say: “This is a go-to place to try Chicago cuisine: Italian beef or a Chicago style dog.”
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Five Guys – New York City, New York
What diners say: “Good quality and unbelievably tasty burgers.”
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Tacos el Gordo – Las Vegas, Nevada
What diners say: “We wanted a place with authentic Mexican street food and we found the perfect place!”
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Teddy's Bigger Burgers – Honolulu, Hawaii
What diners say: “These are the kinds of burgers you dream of.”
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Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers – Orlando, Florida
What diners say: “Every bit as tasty as we expected.”
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Kewpee Hamburgers – Lima, Ohio
What diners say: “You cannot go wrong when choosing Kewpee for a meal.”
