Neil Patrick Harris & David Burtka's 10 Favorite Restaurants Across the U.S.

Powerhouse Hollywood couple—and parents of twins—David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris may live in New York, but their busy lives take them all around the country. David, a professional chef who graduated from Le Cordon Bleu, started a catering company in LA and became a Food Network star. Neil has been a successful actor for most of his life, but his long-standing passion for all things delicious grew over the years, and he’s now seen as an authority on food and dining too. With all the traveling they do, we asked them which U.S. restaurants they savor the chance to eat at.

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Updated March 12, 2019

Gandy Dancer

Price: Moderate

Seafood

Ann Arbor

4.6

5932 reviews

Set in a historical landmark, this is one of Michigan's best restaurants. This place is wonderful for events and big parties. This establishment is known for fine food, which has a menu that focuses on seafood and wonderfully cooked steaks.

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El Pinto

Price: Moderate

Mexican / Southwestern

Albuquerque

4.3

6476 reviews

The decor of this New Mexican restaurant is as impressive as the food. Located about 20 minutes outside of Albuquerque, this massive hacienda boasts many rooms. The terra cotta fountains, plentiful chips, salsa, guacamole, and green chile are what make this restaurant a true wonder.

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Girl & the Goat

Price: Moderate

Contemporary American

West Loop

4.7

13526 reviews

I have been here a few times, and every time I come to Chicago, I simply can't skip out on this place. Top Chef winner Stephane Izard creates innovative and creative food. With its small plates, you'll have to resist yourself from ordering the entire menu. Strong, flavorful food that is better after every single bite.

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Lidia's Restaurant

Price: Expensive

Italian

Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

4.6

7322 reviews

Lidia Bastianich, acclaimed chef and TV personality, created Lidia's, which is the quintessential restaurant for rustic northern Italian cooking. Set in an old train station, the farmhouse atmosphere is perfectly rustic and elegant at the same time. The dishes are flavorful and will leave you beyond full of delicious food. When ordering, go for the pastas, especially the pasta trio that's cooked tableside. If you can find room in your stomach, you'll have to try anything with the gorgonzola sauce or the mushroom arancini.

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Momofuku Las Vegas

Price: Very Expensive

American

The Strip

4.6

3591 reviews

Okay let’s be honest, have you ever had a bad meal at Momofuku?! David Chang brings his seasonal, always changing, Asian-inspired menu to a bigger, badder and tastier level. Always great food done Vegas style.

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Morimoto Asia

Price: Expensive

Pan-Asian

Lake Buena Vista

4.6

8046 reviews

Looking for the best sushi in Orlando? This is your place. The dining room is like a Vegas nightclub, but the food is as authentic as eating in Japan. Whether you sit down and share dim sum on lazy Susan's, or order straight from the gigantic sushi bar, this iron chef does it right.

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Angelini Osteria - Beverly Blvd

Price: Expensive

Italian

Beverly / Fairfax / La Brea / Third St.

4.8

2339 reviews

If you're in the mood for Italian cuisine, this is your place to go. Make sure to book ahead because this tiny Trattoria fills up fast. From homemade, rolled pasta to perfectly cooked Bistecca Florentine, this LA favorite is a no brainer.

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