Tadich Grill in the Financial District is a classic San Francisco steak and seafood spot that you should go to at least once.

Futago is a decent Udon spot in the Fenway.

1855 Bar a Vins is a wine bar in Back Bay.

A&B is a casual spot in the West End that makes a pretty good burger.

Tony and Elaine’s is an old school Italian restaurant in the North End that isn’t actually that old.

Casa B is a fun tapas place in Union Square.

Dacha Diner is an Eastern European cafe on Capitol Hill where you’ll feel like you’re eating inside of a doily.

Mignon is a relaxed French restaurant and wine bar in Downtown LA.

The Smith is a chain restaurant that started in the East Village, and it’s sort of like a mid-tier sedan. Not too flashy, but it gets the job done.

Tanám is a Filipino restaurant that’s really just a single table in a small room in Union Square, and it’s outstanding.

Nomad is one of the best pizza places around Center City, and it’s even better during Happy Hour or SIPS in the summer.

La Peg is an American pub set inside the Fringe Arts building that turns into a huge beer garden during the summer.

Mercato is an Italian BYOB in Washington Square West that has a ton of outdoor seating in the summer.

Tre Scalini is a small Italian BYOB on East Passyunk with a bunch of sidewalk seating when it’s nice out.

Hearthside is an American BYOB in Collingswood that you’ll be happy you drove across the river for.

Jaxon is a neighborhood BYOB in Northern Liberties that’s good for date night or a casual weeknight dinner.