Restaurants we’re dying to try: Demonstrating diversity

Vietnamese, Israeli, American and Italian eateries mix things up in this month’s roundup of restaurants we’re dying to try.

This list of restaurant newcomers demonstrates the industry’s diversity — from pizza to shakshuka to bao sliders, with one important constant threaded throughout. The modern restaurateur is listening to his audience and offering menu creativity, locally sourced ingredients, and a story that will resonate long after the meal has ended.