This year I had more than my share of delicious meals. I wish I could have given a full post to each one, but this recap will have to do.
Top New (to me) Restaurants
El Dorado Kitchen (Sonoma) – This was an awesome spot in Sonoma Square. It’s everything that fresh, clean California food should be, plus great service at reasonable prices.
Boathouse (Disney Springs) – Great addition to DS and fabulous outdoor dining.
Giada’s (Vegas)- Giada’s has the best views in Vegas hands down. The atmosphere Giada has created is incredible and I recommend the small plate options to share.
Mission Chinese – This is a really fun LES spot to share lots of different things and escape with your wallet in tact. You can get adventurous without going too far outside your comfort zone. Very yummy food and good drinks.
Louie’s Backyard in Key West (Key West) – A seafood lover’s dream in a relaxed atmosphere with stunning water views.
Narcissa – Narcissa blew us away with great options for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. The carrots wellington lives up to the hype and the cocktails are not to be missed.
Marc Forgoine – Sexy atmosphere in Tribeca with inventive , modern cuisine. Their fabulous Bell & Evans chicken was one of the best meals things I ever ate.
Cosme – Cosme is tied for first place with the Clocktower for favorite of the year. It is such a fresh take on Mexican and I loved the vibrant, unexpected flavors. The corn tortillas are the best I’ve ever had. This also made the NYTimes’ Top Restaurants of 2015 List!
The Clock Tower – Again, his was one of my favorite meals of the year. I loved the bar scene and the young and fun the atmosphere. The food is delicious and without restraint. We ended up chatting with the couples on both sides of our table because everyone was in such a great mood.
Honorable Mentions & Places We Loved Returning to:
- Gato
- Upland
- Marta
- Nomad
- Lafayette
- Nancy’s MV
- Chesca’s MV (photo above)
- Our last dinner at Union Square Cafe in the original location
Great Casual Finds:
- Nicoletta
- Paulie Gee’s
- Mimi’s Hummus
- Mimi Cheng’s Dumpling
- Hummus and Pita Co.
- Fresh and Co.
- Torchy’s in Austin
- DJ’s Clam Shack (Key West)
My girlfriend and I love trying new restaurants out and there are a few on your list that we haven’t been to. I will include the to our list of must visit restaurants this year! Thanks for sharing this 🙂
Great list! I’m in Key West almost every other month and Louie’s Backyard is one of my most favorite places to dine in! But I haven’t been to half of the places on your list. I will definitely make it a point try them when I go to Key West next month!
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