2026 Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants
Food & Wine Global Tastemakers 2026 ranked United States restaurants.
Venues on this list
Kabawa
New York City, United States
Kabawa is Paul Carmichael and Momofuku's Caribbean restaurant in New York City.
Alma Fonda Fina
Denver, United States
Alma Fonda Fina is a restaurant on 15th Street in Denver's LoHi neighbourhood.
Canje
Austin, United States
Canje is Austin's strongest case for Guyanese-Caribbean cooking, landing #4 on Esquire's Best New Restaurants in 2022 and holding a Pearl Recommended designation in 2025. The East 6th Street room works well for dates and small celebrations, booking is straightforward, a rotating menu means return visits stay interesting. Go with an open mind on what to order.
Dōgon
Washington DC, United States
Dōgon is a restaurant at Salamander Washington DC on Maryland Avenue.
Emeril’s
New Orleans, United States
Emeril's is Emeril Lagasse's flagship restaurant in New Orleans' Warehouse District, serving a refined approach to Louisiana cooking.
Hayato
Los Angeles, United States
Hayato is a restaurant at Row DTLA in Los Angeles.
Semma
New York City, United States
Semma is a South Indian restaurant in New York City's Greenwich Village.
Kalaya
Philadelphia, United States
Kalaya is the clearest yes in Philadelphia for Southern Thai cooking that operates with real ambition. Chef-owner Nok Suntaranon's Fishtown restaurant is Michelin-recognised, built around house-made pastes and authentic heat, more bookable than its reputation suggests. The bar seats work well for solo diners and walk-ins. Go hungry and stay for the shaved-ice desserts.
Kann
Portland, United States
Gregory Gourdet's debut restaurant brings three-time James Beard Award-winning technique to Haitian Caribbean cuisine at a $$ price point; the full menu is gluten- and dairy-free, the front-of-house depth (dedicated wine director, sommelier) outpaces the price tier. Ranked on OAD's Casual North America list in both 2024 and 2025, this is one of Portland's hardest bookings and one of its clearest yes-book decisions for a serious dinner.
Mister Jiu’s
San Francisco, United States
Mister Jiu's is a modern Chinese restaurant on Waverly Place in San Francisco.
Overview
The 2026 Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants list highlights the nation’s most exceptional dining establishments, recognized for culinary innovation, outstanding service, cultural impact. Curated annually by Food & Wine magazine, it serves as a definitive guide for food enthusiasts seeking America’s finest gastronomic experiences.
Since its inception, the Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants list has become a benchmark for excellence in American dining, spotlighting chefs and venues that push culinary boundaries. Published by one of the country’s most influential food media outlets, the list spans diverse regions and cuisines, reflecting the evolving landscape of American gastronomy. Each year, it not only celebrates established icons but also elevates rising stars, shaping dining trends and inspiring travelers worldwide to explore the nation’s rich culinary tapestry.
For discerning diners and culinary travelers, the 2026 Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants list is an essential compass pointing to the nation’s most thrilling and transformative dining experiences. From avant-garde tasting menus to masterful reinterpretations of regional classics, these ten restaurants represent the pinnacle of American gastronomy. Whether seeking the latest in farm-to-table innovation or international fusion, Pearl’s curated guide invites you to explore these celebrated kitchens shaping the future of food.
Quick Facts
- Publisher
- Food & Wine magazine (Dotdash Meredith)
- Year
- 2026
- Coverage
- United States
- Items
- 10 Restaurants
- Frequency
- Annual
About This Edition
The 2026 edition of the Food & Wine Top 10 US Restaurants reflects a dynamic culinary year marked by a renewed emphasis on sustainability, regional authenticity, bold flavor innovation. This year’s list introduces several newcomers who showcase emerging cooking styles, alongside revered establishments that continue to redefine excellence. The geographic diversity and range of cuisines spotlight the expanding scope of American dining in 2026.
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