On our 2026 Restaurant of the Year list, you'll find more than some of the best places to eat across the nation. You’ll find deftly prepared barbecue, fresh seafood, handmade pastas, globally inspired plates and more. These are the spots our reporters return to, rave about and recommend to friends — and now, to you. See the 39 places across the U.S. that made our Restaurants of the Year list. #ROTY2026