Fun and favorite spots to grab a bite, from local gems to big-name restaurants. Plus, copycat cookbooks and fun facts about the restaurant world.
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Arizona
The food is delicious with a variety of choices. 1899 has a nice ambiance with a blend of old and new. The original copper fireplace creates a welcoming atmosphere amidst the modern design. I'd eat here again when in Flagstaff. #Restaurants
Flagstaff, AZ - 1899 Bar and Grill
A nice cafe with a good variety of food. I ate there several times during my weekend stay. #Restaurants
Scottsdale, AZ - Blue Coyote Cafe | Talking Stick Resort
Such a fun place, and the food is delicious! The drive through the Superstition Mountains is beautiful (especially Canyon Lake), and well worth the drive. You'll be transported back in time to the Old West at this charming Saloon and Restaurant, comp...
Tortilla Flat, AZ - Superstition Saloon
A local favorite in Sedona near Coffee Pot Rock. They're famous for their 101 omelets, but all of their food is very tasty. The restaurant dates back to the 1950s when quite a few Hollywood stars ate there while filming in the area. There's a wall of...
Sedona, AZ - Coffee Pot Restaurant
A nice place to eat after a busy day of browsing and shopping. Located in the beautiful Mexican-style Tlaquepaque Arts and Shopping Village. There's a nice variety, and the food is good. #Restaurants #Sedona
Sedona, AZ - Oak Creek Brewery and Grill | Tlaquepaque
The food is good, and kids will love it! The atmosphere is fun, and you can enjoy a tropical rainstorm and not even get wet. They have a fun shop with t-shirts, stuffed animals, and other fun things, too. #Restuarants
Tempe, AZ - Rainforest Cafe | Arizona Mills Mall
California
My favorite place to eat at Disneyland! Located in New Orleans Square, this restaurant is so pretty and has wonderful ambiance. The Monte Cristo sandwich is to die for, and you can enjoy it while watching boats float by from the Pirates of the Caribb...
Anaheim, CA - Blue Bayou Restaurant | Disneyland Resort
Loved this beachy cafe! The food is delicious, the atmosphere is relaxing, and it's right on the beach! I would definitely eat there again. Lots of movies, TV shows, and music videos have been filmed at Paradise Cove. #Restaurants #Malibu
Malibu, CA - Paradise Cove Beach Cafe
Florida
50's Prime Time Cafe is so much fun! It's my all-time favorite place to eat at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Eat in a 1950s-style kitchen while retro TV clips play. And don't forget to eat your peas, or 'Mom' won't let you have dessert! #Restaurants #R...
Orlando, FL - 50's Prime Time Café | Walt Disney World Resort
Another really fun place to eat at Disney's Hollywood Studios! Sit in a classic car and dine while watching vintage movie clips like “Godzilla.” #Restaurants #Retro
Orlando, FL - Sci-Fi Dine-In Theater Restaurant | Walt Disney World Resort
Delicious! Located in the Mexico Pavilion at Epcot, the perpetual twilight is the perfect ambiance for dinner after a busy day. I highly recommend the Quesadilla del Mercado as an appetizer; it was fabulous. #Restaurants
Orlando, FL - San Angel Inn Restaurante | Epcot Walt Disney World
Good food in South Beach! The menu has a nice variety, from burgers and pasta to steak and seafood. Plus, the food is tasty, and it's just across from the beach. It's also just a short walk down the street from the beautiful Versace mansion (now a lu...
Miami, FL - News Cafe | South Beach
Hawaii
This is my favorite luau. The setting at beautiful Paradise Cove adds so much to the ambiance. The food—especially the pork—was absolutely delicious, and the show was wonderful. Such a fun night!
Kapolei, HI (Island of Oahu) | Paradise Cove Luau
Another Hawaiian Luau with delicious food, a wonderful show, and lovely beach setting. I enjoyed everything about the evening.
Kapolei, HI (Island of Oahu) | Germaine's Hawaiian Luau
The beautiful, historic, and iconic pink Royal Hawaiian Hotel offers a nice luau for those who prefer not to leave Waikiki for their luau experience. It was a pleasant evening—I enjoyed the food and the show.
Honlolulu, HI - Royal Hawaiian Resort | Ahaaina Luau
Tropics Bar & Grill is right on the beach, and the ocean views are breathtaking. The food was good, but it's the view and ambiance that steal the show. Located at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Resort, it's a dining spot I'd gladly visit again.
Honolulu, HI - Tropics Bar & Grill | Hilton Hawaiian Village
Illinois
The best pizza I've ever had! We had the “Meat and More Meat” deep dish, and it was fabulous. Wish we had a Giordano's near me. #Restaurants #Pizza
Chicago, IL - Giordano's | Central Loop
Love, love, loved “Mom's Lasagna”! Nice restaurant located in the city.
Chicago, IL - Maggiano's Little Italy
A friend in Chicago sent us an amazing gift package from ‘Tastes of Chicago’ that included a Lou Malnati's deep dish pizza, Eli's Cheesecake, and Frango mints. Everything was so delicious! I love that they ship it nationwide — it's such a fun gift id...
Tastes of Chicago | Famous Chicago Food & Gift Delivery
Minnesota
We had dinner here with friends we hadn’t seen in years. The atmosphere was nice, and the food and service were good. It’s located inside the Mall of America.
Bloomington, MN - Margaritaville | Mall of America
Nevada
The food is delicious, and they have a good variety—seafood, chicken, burgers, and more. You can dine outside in a fun atmosphere along the Colorado River. Lots of fun movie memorabilia from the classic movie “Forrest Gump”, too. Located in the Golde...
Laughlin, NV - Bubba Gump Seafood Restaurant
I love the Cheesecake Factory! They're all wonderful, but this one in the Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace is extra special. You can't beat the ambiance. The menu variety is unmatched, the food is delicious, and the cheesecake…fabulous! TIP: If you're ...
Las Vegas, NV - Cheesecake Factory | The Forum Shops Caesars Palace
Cookbooks & Recipes
DIY — Make your own favorite restaurant recipes at home.
For those who want to make some of their favorite restaurant recipes at home.
Taste of Home Recipes - Copycat Restaurant Favorites
Free! Healthier recipes to make restaurant favorites at home.
Healthy Copycat Restaurant Recipes
Want to make that delicious Disneyland Blue Bayou Restaurant Monte Cristo sandwich at home? Now you can! #Recipes #Gifts
Delicious Disney: Disneyland - by Pam Brandon
Did You Know?
Fun facts about restaurants.
Interesting little-known tidbits and trivia about restaurants.
Little-Known Fun Facts About the Restaurant Industry