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On OpenTable’s list of the Top 100 Restaurants in America, 12 are in Chicago

OpenTable released its annual Top 100 Restaurants in America list for 2026, highlighting top dining spots across the country. Chicago led regional totals with 12 restaurants included on the list, while Philadelphia secured eight spots. Other notable locations recognized include five spots in San Diego County, two in Orange County, a steakhouse in Tampa appearing for the fourth straight year, and a single entry in Portland, Maine. The selections draw from online reservation data and diner metrics compiled by the restaurant technology platform.

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  • ✓ On OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Restaurants in America, 12 are in Chicago.
  • ✓ OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 list.
  • ✓ Five San Diego County restaurants were named to the Top 100 list by OpenTable.
  • ✓ Eight Philadelphia restaurants were named among OpenTable's Top 100 in America for 2026.
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OpenTable officially unveiled its Top 100 Restaurants in America list for 2026, detailing regional winners across multiple states.

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  1. OpenTable Names Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026

    OpenTable released its annual Top 100 Restaurants in America list for 2026, highlighting top dining spots across the country. Chicago led regional totals with 12 restaurants included on the list, while Philadelphia secured eight spots. Other notable locations recognized include five spots in San Diego County, two in Orange County, a steakhouse in Tampa appearing for the fourth straight year, and a single entry in Portland, Maine. The selections draw from online reservation data and diner metrics compiled by the restaurant technology platform.

    Why it matters

    The annual OpenTable ranking serves as a closely watched barometer for the American dining economy, spotlighting culinary destinations from coast to coast. Inclusion on the list provides significant visibility for regional culinary scenes, helping drive reservations and tourism for recognized eateries. The methodology relies on diner feedback and reservation metrics aggregated through the platform over the preceding year.

    What is confirmed

    • On OpenTable's list of the Top 100 Restaurants in America, 12 are in Chicago.
    • OpenTable released its Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 list.
    • Five San Diego County restaurants were named to the Top 100 list by OpenTable.
    • Eight Philadelphia restaurants were named among OpenTable's Top 100 in America for 2026.
    • Two Orange County eateries made the OpenTable Top 100 restaurants list.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A Tampa steakhouse made OpenTable's Top 100 list for the 4th straight year.
    • Only one Portland, Maine, eatery made OpenTable's list of best restaurants in America for 2026, following years of having multiple entries.

    What to watch next

    • Full publication of the complete 100-restaurant roster by OpenTable.
    • Regional economic impacts and reservation surges reported by winning establishments.
    Sources used for this update (11)
    1. Crain's Chicago Business — On OpenTable’s list of the Top 100 Restaurants in America, 12 are in Chicago
    2. NBC 7 San Diego — 5 San Diego County restaurants named Top 100 by OpenTable
    3. Tampa Bay Times — Tampa steakhouse makes OpenTable’s Top 100 list for 4th straight year
    4. Orange County Register — 2 Orange County eateries among OpenTable’s Top 100 restaurants
    5. PHL17.com — 8 Philadelphia restaurants named among OpenTable’s Top 100 in America for 2026
    6. wcyy.com — Portland, Maine, Restaurant Makes OpenTable’s Top 100 List For 2026
    7. www.prnewswire.com — OpenTable Reveals the Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026
    8. www.restaurantnews.com — The Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 | RestaurantNews.com
    9. www.restaurantmagazine.com — The Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026 - Restaurant Magazine
    10. prconnect.thestreet.com — OpenTable Reveals the Top 100 Restaurants in America for 2026
    11. www.10news.com — OpenTable names 5 San Diego County restaurants to top 100
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