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🌍 Eat Like a Local: My Favorite US Restaurants
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items If there’s one thing about me—it’s that I’m gonna find the good food!! 🍴 Whether you’re traveling or just looking for a local gem, I’ve got you covered. From cozy brunch spots to date night musts to late-night bites, this list is all about sharing t...
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Indiana Bites 🌽
Illinois Eats 🏙️
New York: Concrete Jungle Cravings 🌆
Indiana Bites 🌽
All the must-try spots in Indianapolis! With so many big sporting events bringing people to the city, you’ve got to know where to eat and drink while you’re here. Indy’s food + entertainment scene has grown so much and has way more to offer than you’...
The food and drinks are AMAZING! I have never tried a dish I didn’t like there, and the ambience is so cool and peaceful at the same time
BODHI
Such a cute spot! 🎉 Colorful cartoon decor, free slushies of all sizes (!!), and breadsticks that blew me away. The wings with the sweet heat sauce are perfectly crispy and flavorful 🤤😍 The staff here are super sweet, and I’m already going back th...
Xtreme Pizzaria
The garlic three cheese burger is my absolute favorite!!! I sometimes add avocado too and you CANNOT go wrong! I also love their chicken tenders they literally melt in your mouth!
BRU Burger Bar Indianapolis
This place is a VIBE!! Music is always 1000/10, lighting and ambience are perfect for date night or girls night, the rotating menu with funny drink names always adds an extra element, and the drinks are perfect pours! Top 2 bars in Indy!
Ball & Biscuit
The most elegant + extravagant brunch spot in Indy ✨ Perfect for a dress-up brunch where everyone fits the vibe. Huge cake slices topped with gold + jewels make this a must-see! There are two locations (Carmel = the original, Broad Ripple = the siste...
The Cake Bake Shop by Gwendolyn Rogers, Carmel City Center
A vibrant Mexican spot that never misses 🌮✨ From tortas to tacos and more, everything is flavorful and fresh. I’m obsessed with their queso, colorful artwork upstairs, and tasty drinks—always a win when eating here!
La Eskina Indy - Discover Authentic Mexican Tortas and Tacos in ...
Illinois Eats 🏙️
We all know Chicago is packed with hot + trendy places to go ✨ From iconic deep-dish pizza to rooftop bars with skyline views, this city is a foodie + nightlife dream. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a local looking for new gems, these spots are...
A must-visit elevated tiki bar 🍹✨ The drinks are phenomenal and the presentation is next level. My sister and I are obsessed! Plus, their rum bar has over 100 varieties—perfect for any rum lover.
Three Dots and a Dash
The decor is unmatched 🌸✨ Perfect for Insta-worthy photos, a bomb brunch, and amazing views—all with an upbeat vibe. A total must-visit! (I even have a video review up on my TikTok 👀).
Beatnik on the River
Fried chicken + donuts = the ultimate indulgence 🍗🍩 Their chicken sandwich with donuts as the buns is definitely not an everyday food, but it screams ‘Merica in the best way 😂. The spicy garlic aioli ties it all together—messy, bold, and seriously...
Do-Rite Donuts & Chicken
New York: Concrete Jungle Cravings 🌆
The city that never sleeps is also the city that never stops eating 🗽✨ From iconic pizza slices and bagels to rooftop lounges and hidden gems, NYC has it all. Whether you’re after a quick bite or a dining experience with skyline views, these picks a...
Apotheke is such a vibe 🍸✨ A pharmacy-themed bar where the bartenders rock white coats and serve up some of the most creative, delicious cocktails I’ve had. The music is a 10/10, and the bartenders themselves bring so much energy—this spot is an exp...
APOTHEKE MIXOLOGY
This rooftop is next-level 🌸✨ Lavish floral decor, a full merry-go-round inside (perfect for photos 📸), and flavorful, unique food that surprised me in the best way. Add in a live DJ with different music vibes in each section, and you’ve got one of...
Magic Hour Rooftop Bar & Lounge