Burgers, lobster rolls, shrimp and grits, apple pie. These are some of the most iconic American dishes, which are the best American foods?
We've gathered a list of every US state's famous food and meals. From California to New York and everything in between, see what each state is known for.
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The United States is a big and varied place. Our food is as diverse as our multi-cultural population. As a result, there are so many popular American foods. I didn't realize it until I was older, but we are so lucky to have such a variety of cultures and foods all around us. And because of this variety, one state's pizza or barbecue or even tacos might not be like another's. So what is the most popular food in America? I reached out to a number of travel bloggers and residents all over the U.S.A. to tell us all about their
Discover the must-eat food of each and every American state! Did your favorite food make the cut?
Each state in America has foods associated with it, whether it's a dish invented there or a crop grown in abundance. Many have proudly chosen to designate these as the state food, officially claiming a piece of what makes the United States great!
From Alabama to Wyoming, here are the dishes that most-define every state in the United States.
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With some help from our friends at Goldbely, state tourism departments, and our network of travel writers and food fiends, we've compiled an (un)official list of the dishes that capture the hearts, souls, and (oh, yes) stomachs of these 50 states (plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico), and where you should order them.
Help yourself to a taste of these official state foods from all across the country.
Learn the iconic dish of every state... and how to make it.
Find the best chicken and dumplings, Coke drinks and peaches in Atlanta, Decatur and throughout Georgia.
With some help from our friends at Goldbely, state tourism departments, and our network of travel writers and food fiends, we've compiled an (un)official list of the dishes that capture the hearts, souls, and (oh, yes) stomachs of these 50 states (plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico), and where you should order them.
From Alabama to Wyoming, here are the dishes that most-define every state in the United States.
Famous Delaware Foods come from English, German, and Dutch influences. They include blue crabs, saltwater taffy, scrapple, and goulash.
We put on our foodie thinking caps and chose one ingredient or dish to represent each of the 50 states.
How well do you know American food? Put it to the test by matching these 50 regional dishes with the US states that love them.
Get a taste of the Hoosier state with these famous Indiana foods! From bbq pork to country-fried steak to butterscotch pie, you'll love these popular dishes.
With some help from our friends at Goldbely, state tourism departments, and our network of travel writers and food fiends, we've compiled an (un)official list of the dishes that capture the hearts, souls, and (oh, yes) stomachs of these 50 states (plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico), and where you should order them.
Connecticut-style hot dogs, pizzas and lobster rolls await at iconic spots such as Abbott’s Lobster in the Rough and Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana. Food Network shares the best places to find Connecticut's most-classic dishes.
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These Famous Connecticut Foods are popular all over the state and include hot lobster rolls, clam pizza pie, and steamed cheeseburgers.
There's nothing we love more than food in the US. Check out our guide to the food festival dedicated to showcasing each state's most iconic dish.
This Food Bucket List USA edition is perfect for your next road trip. Get the top foods to try in every state in America.
With some help from our friends at Goldbely, state tourism departments, and our network of travel writers and food fiends, we've compiled an (un)official list of the dishes that capture the hearts, souls, and (oh, yes) stomachs of these 50 states (plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico), and where you should order them.
Take a cross-country trip across America with recipes from each of the 50 states. Our latest recipe collection, 50 American Food Recipes for Each State, gives you a taste of the best American cuisine from the east coast to the west, north to south.
Find the best Kansas-style barbecue, including ribs, wings and sides, at restaurants in Kansas City, Witchita, Topeka and beyond.
Famous Arizona Foods include tamales, Navajo tacos, prickly pear margaritas, chimichangas, and more! Whether these dishes are familiar to you or you’ve never heard of them, it’s worth giving them a try!
Not all food and drink holidays are created equal across the United States.
Have you ever taken a foodie tour of America? Whenever I travel around the States, I make it a point to try some of the local food. From New Orleans po boy sandwiches to Illinois’ Springfield horseshoes, I never regret finding out what the locals love and giving those foods a try. Why not try […]
Kentucky is famous for more than just the Bourbon Trail, and these classic Kentucky foods are proof. So, let's see what the Bluegrass State has to offer.
A unique food festival is serving up what they claim to be the most iconic dish from each state under one roof, but did they get them all right?
This list of the food each state is known for will inspire your next cross-country road trip.
What would America be without dessert? It would be puritanical. It would be boring. It would be healthier, probably.
Find the best things to eat in Idaho, including finger steaks, huckleberry milkshakes, potatoes and rocky mountain oysters.
Famous Florida Foods have been influenced by Latin, Cajun, and southern cultures. They include foods like key lime pie and Cubano sandwiches.
These Famous Arkansas Foods range from fried catfish, biscuits and chocolate gravy, possum pie, and hushpuppies.
The United States is a diverse mix of climates and cultures that leads to some pretty interesting food staples. We've collected the weirdest dishes by state.
We've gathered a list of every US state's famous food and meals. From California to New York and everything in between, see what each state is known for.
Want to find some of America's best dishes? We're created the ultimate list and also created an interactive map to make finding your State's food easy.
Some foods are synonymous with their states, and no visit is complete without trying them. We tracked down the best of these foods in each state.
If each state had to pick a dish that really defined it, what would it be? Explore this list and cast a vote for your state's iconic dish.
Ever wondered which state has the best tasting food? This list is here to help!
Find out where to get the best food in New Jersey. Food Network has you covered with sliders, pork roll sandwiches, pizzas, oysters, tomato pies and more.
Every state has an official state food or a dish that it's famous for, which is why we have created this collection, The Unofficial Guide to State Casseroles: 50 Casserole Recipes Across America. Learn what each state brings to the table.
Check out the classic and comforting recipes that Grandmas are cooking up from coast to coast.
