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Great Food & Drink Around the World 🌎🏆🥂
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Alina Everett
Some of my favorite (higher end) hot spots for food, drink, and/or vibes around the world. Adding to this continuously!
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Washington DC
NYC
Seattle
London
Paris
Sydney
Washington DC
Several of my bffs live here and are in the restaurant business, so you know their recs (represented here) slap!
The burger is a gold standard with caramelized onions. Be sure to at LEAST peek upstairs before you go!
Minetta Tavern DC
I’ll be honest, the steak is overdone and the food has gotten very mixed reviews but the vibe is unmatched. Cocktails and steak tartare here? YES.
La Grande Boucherie DC
Fabulous cocktails and outdoor space - came here with a local restauranteur friend and it delivered. The crab toasties are amazing.
Death & Co. D.C.
Incredibly cool vibes and cocktails that will please even the most refined palate
The Green Zone
Frozen French 75 here was the best cocktail I have ever had in my life
The Smith
NYC
Fabulous especially when they have their Alice in Wonderland theme on - excellent apps and cocktails!
Oscar Wilde
On the it-lists. The cacio e pepe is fabulous.
Via Carota
If you love seafood and Greenwich Village this is for you
Dame
Lovely classic steakhouse. Had an awesome client dinner here recently (September 2025)
Frankie & Johnnie's Steakhouse
Seattle
Ultimate fine dining experience in Seattle 🥂 need to impress a high rolling client? Look no further
Canlis
Fine dining staple - try the grilled Caesar and the Rigatoni
Barolo Ristorante
The mascarpone ravioli is to die for
La Fontana Siciliana
Classic, impressive views
Ascend Prime Steak & Sushi
Primo deviled eggs
John Howie Steak
Everyone’s favorite Oyster Bar 🥂
The Walrus & Carpenter | Home
Excellent place to host a big dinner for clients / coworkers OR pause your downtown Seattle visit with great cheese & wine
Purple Café and Wine Bar
Excellent sushi and 10/10 vibes
Momiji Capitol Hill
Margarita flights, elevated classics, great atmosphere 😍 perfect for colleagues, friend night out, date night, parents in town
Cantina Monarca
Lake marina dining + seafood poutine + oysters 🤌🤌
The White Swan Public House
Go-to for after work margaritas in SLU
Casco Antiguo
Very cool vibe in Bellevue with a great cocktail list
Umi Sake House
Awesome cocktail and food spot & open relatively late
Navy Strength
For a cool evening with friends / bachelorette with a view and excellent Mediterranean food
mbar
Delicious Indian restaurant in Pioneer Square
NIRMAL'S
Delicious! Thai spicy for real (if you dare)
Fern Thai on Main (Bellevue)
Seafood craving in Seattle, look no further
Taylor Shellfish Oyster Bar
Incredible Laotian food - the sauces are not to be missed!!
Taurus Ox
Delicious breakfast burritos - if you like spicy, try the Nashville hot sauce
Skillet Counter @ Regrade
Solid brunch spot in South Lake Union
The Victor Tavern - Seattle, Downtown
The downtown location has a beautiful coworking space upstairs
Top Pot Doughnuts
London
Unbelievable views from The Shard. Has actual spicy food which is rare for London
Hutong
Michelin Star Indian right next to Bond Street. I go here every time I am in London and even bought the cookbook I loved it so much
Benares Mayfair
Great Indian food in close proximity to the West End theaters
Oorja Indian Dining
The ultimate in Afternoon Tea experience
Afternoon Tea at Claridge's
Doesn’t get more gorgeous than this - cocktail stop must near Bank Street
The Wolseley
Divine seafood in the heart of the social scene @ Borough Market
Wright Brothers Borough Market
Chicken Ruby is LIFE
Dishoom Shoreditch
The gold standard for Indian fine dining recs in London - need to book several weeks (!!) in advance
Gymkhana
I mean just look at the VIEW!
Wagtail
Come for the swirly staircase, stay for the Michelin Star breakfast
HIDE
Perfection before catching a play at Wyndham’s Theater next door
J Sheekey
Paris
Boeuf Bourguignon perfection
Aux Crus de Bourgogne
Delicious and centrally-located
Khajuraho
Sydney
Such a fun indoor/outdoor vibe and great food!
The Squire's Landing
Gorgeous garden vibe and excellent seafood right on Manly Beach
The Boathouse Shelly Beach
The jalapeño margs are to die for
Chica Bonita Manly
One of those places that yes is a bit touristy but is so worth it. Great vibe!
Opera Bar
Feast for the eyes, not to mention the food. Went with a local tastemaker friend and this place delivered!
INDU Dining
Boston
A fixture of the foodie side of Boston
Myers & Chang Boston
The ultimate pre- and post-shopping brunch destination. Book way in advance if possible!
Stephanie's On Newbury
Absolute brunch classic - a little easier to get into than Stepanie’s but still absolutely bustling during peak brunch hours
Joe’s on Newbury
Gorgeous sushi spot
o ya
Sexy speakeasy with a RICH interior, what’s not to love
Yvonne's
Impeccable lunch-with-your-bestie vibes
Saltie Girl
Excellent cocktails and very sultry vibes. Not for the friend zone!
Lolita Back Bay
Jazz club brunch and cocktail spot right in the South End - a regular go-to!
Beehive Restaurant
You’re in Boston, you want Seafood, look no further
Neptune Oyster
Miami
The photos really don’t do it justice. Excellent French food and superior design
Pastis Miami
