“What should I eat on this trip?” As the saying goes, you can’t fully appreciate even the most stunning landmarks on an empty stomach. after all, it’s what you eat that really makes a trip memorable.

here, six locals share their favorite places to eat in their cities. check out these places with local flavor and authenticity, where real people go.

london

Leo’s Restaurant & Bar

a 50s-inspired restaurant on Hackney Market Road. wood paneling, terrazzo floors and sun-filled windows make for an emotive space.

recommended: Pickled Mackerel, Cantabrian Anchovies

address: 59 Chatsworth Rd, London E5 0LH

The Eagle Farringdon

the UK’s first gastropub. enjoy hearty British ‘home-cooked’ food in a cozy, casual atmosphere.

recommended: Fish dishes, sausage dishes

address: 159 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3AL

new York

Dudley’s

an Australian-inspired restaurant in Manhattan’s LES neighborhood. great atmosphere for solo dining at the bar.

recommended menu: shrimp linguine, banana bread

address: 85 Orchard St, New York, NY

Birria-Landia NYC

mexican food truck in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. reasonable prices that are hard to find in NYC!

recommended: Consommé & Tacos, Tostadas

address: 491 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn, NY

new York

Asahi (中華料理 あさひ)

a local Chinese restaurant in Asakusa. the unique style of Chinese rice bowls is appealing.

recommended: Chinese rice bowl, crispy soba noodles

address: 3 Chome-33-6 Asakusa, Tokyo

Tommy (トミィ)

a cafe in Kinshicho with a Showa sensibility. pancakes and siphon coffee are popular.

recommended: Pancakes, Sunburger

address: 2 Chome-10-7 Kinshi, Tokyo

パリ

Le Temps des Cerises

a French bistro with a sophisticated take on traditional home cooking. we recommend the terrace!

recommended: Duck breast steak

address: 31 Rue de la Cerisaie, Paris

Kitchen Ter(re)

a restaurant known for its unique handmade pasta. original compositions like kimchi powder and tom yum kung ravioli.

recommended: Asian fusion handmade pasta

address: 26 Bd Saint-Germain, Paris

shanghai

Sichuan Citizen

this Sichuan restaurant specializes in touristy dishes. the basil cocktail is a signature.

recommended: Basil Cocktail, Tantan Noodles

address: 东湖路30号-4号, Xuhui, Shanghai

Bastard

a Chinese-based fusion izakaya. The steamed clams are a must-try appetizer.

recommendation: 蒸蛏子 (steamed clams)

address: No.30 Jiaozhou Rd, Lane 319, Shanghai

LA

Proof Bakery

small bakery known for its croissants. sandwiches and scones are also popular.

try: salami sandwiches, scones, and lattes

address: 3156 Glendale Blvd, Los Angeles, CA

JOY

a bar-restaurant specializing in Taiwanese food. wonton noodles and traditional shaved ice are favorites.

recommended: Wonton noodles, black sugar shaved ice

address: 5100 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA