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Letter of Recommendation

You know that one restaurant that’s just right because of that one special thing? Yeah, us too. That’s why we’re introducing our newest franchise: Letter of Recommendation. These are tributes to spots that offer something unique — restaurants we can’t live without. They may not be the most buzzy, but they provide something essential.

Header illustration by Pamela Chen

Los Angeles

Terroni Is Always the Right Call — Especially For Its Regulars

I couldn’t tell you the first time I went to Terroni. Was it in 2013, ’14, ’15? Did I wander…

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San Francisco

A Love Letter to Rich Table, a Perfect San Francisco Restaurant

Whenever I think of my favorite restaurants in San Francisco, and whenever visitors ask me where they need to eat…

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Charleston

How Alex Eaton’s Family Vibes Made Estadio Such a Lovable Charleston Cafe

It’s travel season, and if you’re like me, you’re seeing multiple photos of your friends smiling, wine in hand, with…

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New York

Why Joseph Leonard Is The Quintessential Village Restaurant

The landscape of New York City has changed dramatically since I first moved here three decades ago, back when the…

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New York

Why JaJaJa on the Lower East Side Is the Perfect Mood Ring for a Night Out

You know that one restaurant that’s just right because of that one special thing? Yeah, us too. That’s why we’re…

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Shion 69 Leonard Street chef Shion Uino.

New York

A Chef’s Ode to Sushi Omakase — and Shion 69 Leonard Street 

Douglas Kim is the chef and owner of Michelin-starred Jeju Noodle Bar in New York’s West Village, and when he’s…

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New York

Why Houseman Is the Perfect Spot to Be a Regular

Standing on a block in the far reaches of Soho, in little-known Hudson Square, there’s a restaurant that feels pleasantly…

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Charleston

Why Pink Bellies Is Charleston’s Ultimate Fun Restaurant

I have always hated the restaurants that try to label themselves as “fun.” To me, the experience is usually the…

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Rory's Place interior.

Los Angeles

Rory’s Place is the Perfect One-Night Escape from L.A.

Maybe you’re tired of the monotony. Or you’re burnt out. Perhaps you’re feeling devoid of inspiration, your roommate is really…

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New York

Midtown’s French Legends Are Gone, But La Bonne Soupe Ladles On

This week on Resy we’re exploring the many facets of French restaurants in New York. We unpack why New York…

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