CHICAGO TRIBUNE TRAVEL

ZAGAT WORLD'S TOP RESTAURANTS

FOURTH EDITION

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, O Ya in Boston. Japanese food here has been described as off the charts innovative when it comes to sushi and pared with an extensive sake list and you have the makings of an unforgettable evening of dining.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Market Restaurant and Bar in San Diego. Botique wines, stellar sushi bar, and fresh ingredients in the Californian fare have put this Del Mar spot on the map.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Bacchanalia in Atlanta. America delectables here are said to bring tears to your eyes it's so good. That coupled with the servive makes it something to experience.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Chicago's Alinea, Les Nomades, and Schwa. Alinea's American food is molded by Grant Achatz. Nuff said on that one. and The French food found in Streeterville's Les Nomakes is touted as romantic and one of the last bastions of haute cuisine. and Wicker Park's Schwa has been deemed fascinating for its New American fare.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills, California. This is the original spot that made a name for Nobu Matsuhisa. The sushi in Beverly Hills destination has been cited as superlative and the staff is amazing.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, The Ledbury in London. This Notting Hill spot has location, a fantastic sommelier, and french food that has exhilarating tastes and textures.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Daniel & Le Bernardin in New York City. The wine list, formal dining and world class service makes this East Side eatery a top-choice. and Le Bernardin's French seafood fare makes for an unforgettable experience in Midtown.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Spondi in Athens, Greece. French/Mediterranean cuisine takes center stage here and is touted as being in a class of its own.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Sushi Kaji in Toronto. An epic sushi experience is said to await diners at this Japanese destination.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Bonnell's in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. Southwestern food is the main attraction here thanks to items with local game and flawless service with chef John Bonnell at the helm.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Naoe in Miami. Warm and personal are terms used in reference to this Sunny Isles Beach location. The Japanese cuisine is cited as being outstanding.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Kyoaji & Restaurant Bacar in Tokyo. Kyoaji is an eatery that has the word flawless associated to it, per Zagat. 3-3-5 Shinbashi, Minato-ku (81-3) 3591-3344 and Restaurant Bacar focuses on French food that is exceptional in a cozy setting.

Chicago Tribune, Zagat, World's top restaurants, Marcel's in Washington, D.C. The romantic setting, great service and food from this West End Belgian-French restaurant gets top ratings.

Zagat, World's Top Restaurants, Fourth Edition

(released 11/9/2011)

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CHICAGO TRIBUNE TRAVEL ZAGAT WORLD'S TOP RESTAURANTS

CHICAGO TRIBUNE TRAVEL

ZAGAT WORLD'S TOP RESTAURANTS