The 25 best new restaurants in the country, according to diners

Ahi tuna from The Chapman. The Chapman/Yelp Yelp ranked the best new restaurants in the country based on customer reviews. The list shows that diners are embracing steakhouses, Indian restaurants, and buzzy brunch spots. A jungle-inspired Tempe lounge and a Chinese American prix-fixe restaurant took the top two spots. America's most exciting new restaurants aren't just opening in New York, Los Angeles, or Miami — they're opening nationwide. A Yelp ranking of the best new restaurants in the US shows diners are gravitating toward big, experience-driven meals, from trendy steakhouses and Indian restaurants to lavish brunches and live-fire cooking. To make the list, Yelp ranked 25 of the country's best new full-service restaurants based on a few key factors, including review volume and individual ratings from diners. To be eligible, restaurants had to open after January 1, 2025, and have a passing health score. Yelp also reviewed data through June 11, 2026, to ensure reviews remained positive well after the business first opened. The list, released Tuesday, featured Filthy Animal, a jungle-themed restaurant in Tempe, Arizona, at the top, as well as two buzzy New York City openings (Mexican restaurant Limusina and London import Ambassadors Clubhouse) and Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' new steakhouse, 1587 Prime, in Kansas City, Missouri. Here are the 25 best new restaurants in the country, according to Yelp. 25. The Chapman in Winter Park, Florida Boneless roasted all-natural half chicken from The Chapman. The Chapman/Yelp What to order: Crab cake, crispy bang bang lion's mane, ahi tuna steak What customers say: "Beautiful atmosphere, perfectly crafted cocktails, and a table full of delicious dishes — but those crab cakes absolutely stole the show: flavorful, perfectly seasoned, and worth coming back for all on their own. From the first bite to cocktails and dessert, this was the kind of dinner you don't rush. Definitely adding The Chapman to my favorites," wrote Yelp user Regina M. Learn more about The Chapman here. 24. Palm Palm in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Coconut shrimp from Palm Palm. Beth H./Yelp What to order: Grilled cheese and tomato soup dumplings, lobster rolls, BBQ short ribs What customers say: "From the moment we walked in, the vibe was on point, super hip, cool energy, and just the right balance of upscale without being stuffy. Food-wise? No misses. I went with the Prime Filet, which was spot-on: excellent cut, perfectly cooked. We also shared the Wagyu Meatballs, and honestly, those alone are worth coming back for! This is the kind of restaurant you recommend without hesitation and keep in your regular rotation," wrote Yelp user Craig S. Learn more about Palm Palm here. 23. Gianni & Mac's Ristorante in Marietta, Georgia Mussels Gianni & Mac's Ristorante. Marni M./Yelp What to order: Cacio e pepe, charcuterie, cheese wheel pasta What customers say: "Highlights (aka what you should immediately order)… Appetizer: The arancini — run, don't walk. And please, for the love of carbs, dunk that warm bread in the sauce. You're welcome. Mains: Chicken Parm that could start a fan club, Marsala that made us emotional, Penne Vodka that brought joy to our souls, and Branzino that was fancy and flaky. Dessert: The tiramisu? Let's just say it's not 'to die for.' It's 'to fake your own death and come back for seconds' good," wrote Yelp Elite user Mollisa S. Learn more about Gianni & Mac's Ristorante here. 22. Fish Shop in Washington, DC Maryland crab crumpet from Fish Shop. Fish Shop/Yelp What to order: Maryland crab frittata, smoked trout crumpets, crispy fried squash blossoms What customers say: "One of our fave dishes was the Tilefish Kinilaw, a ceviche-adjacent blend of chopped light white [tilefish] and red onion, blended in coconut broth. It was served with lettuce cups, an interesting vessel for the fish-yumminess. The entrée (we shared) was the Massaman Curry with fresh herbs, house-made grilled roti, and an interesting naan-like bread that proved a great vessel for scooping up the decadent curry gravy," wrote Yelp user Trish T. Learn more about Fish Shop here. 21. The Farmhouse Tuscan in Alexandria, Virginia Fried eggplant appetizer from The Farmhouse Tuscan. Marianna C./Yelp What to order: Deviled eggs, short rib pizza, bruschetta What customers say: "The ambiance was cozy perfection. I chose the crab a la vodka with handmade pasta and ordered an Italian white wine flight. It's been many years since a restaurant has highly impressed me as much as this restaurant has. Out of all the restaurants we went to in Alexandria, this is the restaurant I would choose to visit again for special occasions, entertaining guests, and date nights," wrote Yelp user Ophelia B. Learn more about The Farmhouse Tuscan here. 20. The Crunkleton in Raleigh, North Carolina Tomahawk steak from The Crunkleton. Brooke F./Yelp What to order: Beignets, Tomahawk steak, chicken piccata What customers say: "This