We are not “foodies”, but have come upon some pretty cool food establishments, either for their drop-dead great meals or distinctive character. Here are a few pictures of places to eat that captured our attention in our journeys. Bon appetit!
Ski Inn, Bombay Beach, CA (2025). Claim to fame is the lowest bar in the northern hemisphere – can’t dispute. Great patty melt, but even better vibe!EVERYTHING was superb. Denver, CO (2025)
In the Cincinnati/Columbus area, Skyline Chili is a must. Dogs and chili. (2025)
Washington, DC – Rose’s (2023). OMG. Chef’s Table at this Michelin rated restaurant.
Austin, TX (2023) – Franklin’s BBQ. Ground Zero of the best barbecue you’ll ever eat.
Phoenix, AZ (2025) – Pizzeria Bianco. A few years back was rated the #1 pizza in the US by the New York Times food critic, deservedly so.
Terlingua, TX (2024) – Rio Bravo on Wheels. Sit at a picnic table and enjoy some GREAT Mexican fare.
Phoenix, AZ (2025) – Little Miss BBQ. SO good!
If in Tucson, Barrio Bread is unbelievable (loaves of bread to go). Get there early – they stay open until they run out, and there are people lined up when they open. (2025)
South Tahoe, NV (2025) – Edgewood Resort. What a meal!
Deming, NM (2025) – Tacos Mirosol
This place is a delight! First, the place is just super cool. Second, they make the best homemade lemonade we have ever experienced. Unbelievable. Pretty sure anything that tastes that good must either be illegal or bad for you. And the food was superb – best tacos (and other stuff) ever.
Essex, MA – Woodman’s. Our all-time favorite fried fish joint.
Pizzeria Bianco – Even though I am not a big pizza fan, this was just unbelievable, in Phoenix, AZ. We had the Biancoverde pizza (Mozzarella, Parmesan, Ricotta cheeses with Arugula sprinkled on top. Wow! I’m a fan. Karen found this place, as it had been rated in the NY Times as the best pizza place in America. No argument. (2/16, 11/25)
Joe’s Farm Grill in Gilbert, AZ. This is a “must stop” for lunch – fresh everything – and delicious! (2016)
Atlanta, GA – Ann’s Snack Bar. Are we talking burgers? The BEST! Don’t be put off by the looks of the place. Well, maybe you should. But either way the burgers are the best! (2015)
Ghetto Burger at Ann’s Snack Bar – OMG! Ghettout!
Terry Black’s Barbecue in Austin, TX – One of the best BBQ joints out there – brisket and beef ribs to die for (2018, 2023)
Guayo’s El Rey – Best Mexican food I have ever had. Ever. Miami, AZ (2015, 2016, 2020, 2025)Atlanta, GA – Gunshow. This is the restaurant you want to go to. Expensive, but oh so good – and interesting!! The various chefs bring around their creations from which you can choose – or not. My recommendation? Try everything.
Saugus, MA – Hilltop Steak House. Gone, but not forgotten. Paahty of 4 for Sioux City!
Boston, MA – Modern Pastry in the North End of Boston is a great stop after dinner.
Austin, TX – Shady Grove. Sorry, Homer – you are too late. The place was torn down to make way for new condos.
Kennebunk, ME (2014). Found this FABULOUS food truck in Kennebunk, ME. Swordfish sandwiches, fried clams, lobster rolls… Killer.
O.H.S.O. in Scottsdale, AZ is a great little place right along the canal. We road our bikes, and it is very dog friendly.
Mecca, CA – Oasis. This place is the place to buy dates (and you can taste their varieties). But what is unbelievable are their date shakes! Just sayin’.
We were somewhere on the coast of Maine. Living’ large.
Atlanta, GA – Fox Brothers Bar-B-Q. GREAT place for BBQ in Atlanta.
San Antonio, NM – Owl Cafe. Between the Owl Cafe and Buckhorn’s down the street, the BEST green chili cheeseburgers you’ll ever get.
Owl Cafe inside
Buckhorn – this and the Owl Cafe for green chili cheeseburgers. San Antonio, NM.
Marfa, TX – Museum of Electronic Wonders and Late Night Grilled Cheese Parlour. Thinking a grilled cheese around midnight might do the trick? The Museum of Electronic Wonders and Late Night Grilled Cheese Parlour in Marfa, TX is really your best choice. Edit – this place no longer exists, sadly.
