![]() ![]() That’s especially true in this fortieth edition of our Best New Restaurants in America. Over time, we’ve seen these stories-and the dynamic eateries they inspire-become even more deeply personal and eclectic. It’s hard to deny the reflection of lived experience imbued in a menu, a wine list, a cocktail, atmosphere. We get asked often: What are you looking for in an Esquire Best New Restaurant? We’re always hooked when there is soul and a story to go with delicious, inventive dishes. ![]() Who doesn’t feel fortunate to be seated in a nice restaurant, to share a special experience with friends or family, to be asked, “Gin or vodka?” when ordering a martini? Dining out is such a wonderfully easy way to feel alive.īut the more I dine, the more I realize it’s the lives of the folks behind the food and drink that we’re celebrating. “Are we celebrating anything this evening?” I love it when a server asks this question, because I get to answer, “Just life.” It’s jokey, but genuine. ![]()
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