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TZR Readers' Choice Awards: The Best Waterfront Restaurants
Where every meal comes with a view to remember.
TZR’s Readers’ Choice Awards are celebrating the most enchanting waterfront restaurants in the U.S., where every meal comes with a view to remember. This year’s nominees transform dining into a destination, blending culinary artistry with the magic of being by the water. Picture golden-hour cocktails as the sun dips below the horizon, fresh seafood savored to the sound of waves, or candlelit dinners reflecting off city lights on the harbor. Each nominee offers an experience that feels as transportive as it is delicious, proving that the most unforgettable meals are always paired with a view.
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1. Simon Pearce
Quechee, VT
What TZR readers love about Simon Pearce:
- Fresh, seasonal, farm-to-table cuisine by Chef Jeremy Conaway.
- Glassmaking presentations while you wait.
- Meals served on Simon Pearce’s own hand-crafted glass and pottery for a fully immersive brand experience.
- A thoughtfully designed space inside an exquisitely restored woolen mill with views of the river, waterfall, and Quechee bridge.
2. Canoe
Atlanta, GA
What TZR readers love about Canoe:
- Tucked-away feeling that makes you forget you’re in Atlanta.
- Jessica McKinney’s amazing desserts.
- The magical evening ambience created by soft lights, flowers, and a walk through the garden down to the Chattahoochee River.
- Creative menu and top-notch service.
- Outdoor bar with cocktails that rival the nectar of the gods.
3. The Marine Room
La Jolla, CA
What TZR readers love about The Marine Room:
- Breathtaking views of La Jolla Bay at every time of day, particularly at sunset.
- Dramatic, oceanfront dining experience with waves splashing on the windows at high tide.
- Impeccable service.
- Delectable cocktails and seasonal, sustainable cuisine.
4. La Mer
Honolulu, HI
5. The Strand House
Manhattan Beach, CA
6. 2941 Restaurant
Falls Church, VA
7. Latitudes
Key West, FL
8. Boat House Waterfront Dining
Tiverton, RI
9. Beach House Grill
Chatham, MA
10. Millwright's Restaurant
Simsbury, CT
Photos courtesy of 2941 Restaurant/Sion Parsamian, Canoe/Green Olive Media, Halekulani, Opal Collection/Sunset Key Cottages, Winter Caplanson/Conn Food & Farm, The Strand House
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