ZAGAT has put together a list of some of the hottest new food cities in the country. These are based on a survey of participants throughout America. Each of these cities has something unique and delicious to offer. If you are looking to taste some of the best foods America has to offer, consider checking out one of these cities this year.
1) Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama is has a diverse selection of amazing dining options, ranging from fine dining to BBQ to new, casual spots. Check out the Birmingham’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
2) Oakland/Berkely
California’s East Bay has a dining scene that is buzzing with the energy of the tech startup world. Check out the Oakland/Berkely’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
3) Detroit
Detroit, Michigan has a diverse dining scene that is really revving up. Check out the Detroit’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
4) Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina is a big beer town that has developed into a place with an elevated Appalachian cuisine to match. Check out the Asheville’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
5) Minneapolis/St. Paul
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis is home to a number of amazing chefs and restauranteurs who are experimenting with ambitious and elevated cooking. Check out the Twin Cities newest culinary offerings in the video below.
6) Nashville
Nashville, Tennessee has grown to become one of the South’s newest dining capitals. Check out the Nashville’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
7) Louisville
Louisville, Kentucky has a spectacular reputation for what the serve on the plate as well as in the glass. Check out the Louisville’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
8) Durham
Durham, North Carolina is where you will find one the country’s oldest BBQ traditions with a modern upgrade. Check out the Durham’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
9) Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona used to be a testing ground for chain restaurants but has grown into a hot spot for culinary innovation. Check out the Phoenix’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
10) San Antonio
San Antonio has a booming restaurant scene that has moved well beyond just Tex-Mex. Check out the San Antonio’s newest culinary offerings in the video below.
