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Havana

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Bar Harbor, ME | Havana is one of the few eateries that is open year-round in the coastal Maine town. Most of the ingredients are locally grown/harvested with a few exceptions.

Submitted by Orlando Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
November 24, 2017

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Root Down DIA

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Denver, CO | It’s easy to forget that you’re inside a bustling international airport once you step inside Root Down DIA for its vegetable-focused meals.

Submitted by Nick Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
November 17, 2017

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Bat 17

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Evanston, IL | While it is just a couple blocks from Northwestern’s lakefront campus, Bat is definitely more than your typical college bar.

Submitted by John Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
November 10, 2017

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Central Michel Richard

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Washington, D.C. | “This is my American bistro, with a French accent,” is the way the late chef Michele Richard described this restaurant. Located in the heart of the District, Central Michele Richard has received critical acclaim and numerous awards, including a James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant in 2008.

Submitted by Lou Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
October 20, 2017

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Coconuts

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Fort Lauderdale, FL | Despite its proximity to popular tourist attractions, Coconuts waterfront restaurant is a favorite among Fort Lauderdale locals.

Submitted by Chris Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
October 27, 2017

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Lil’ Dizzy’s Cafe

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New Orleans, LA | Lil’ Dizzy’s is as New Orleans as it gets. It’s on the north side of the Quarter, on Esplanade and Robertson. This is where the locals go for breakfast and lunch, and it’s kind of serves as the defacto “satellite office” for New Orleans PD detectives when they’re doing their community policing.

Submitted by Lou Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
October 13, 2017

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Rodeo Goat

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Dallas, TX | Don’t let the Spartan take on presentation keep you from trying this place. Unpainted cinderblock walls and simple block letter signage greet you in the parking lot and meals come served on a simple aluminum dish with no frills, keeping the focus on the food and not the décor.

Submitted by Jodie Orozco, The Plasencia Group
October 6, 2017

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Costeaux French Bakery & Cafe

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Healdsburg, CA | This place has been around since 1923 for a reason. Their breads, especially the sourdough, is killer! Costeaux is located in downtown Healdsburg, two blocks from the town’s idyllic main square with its many shops and restaurants.

Submitted by Lou Plasencia, The Plasencia Group
September 29, 2017

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