Gastronomic tourism in the USA: cities with healthy food at affordable prices
Traveling to the United States is always a new and exciting experience, offering travelers the chance to immerse themselves in new customs, see the differences between states, and try traditional dishes from different cities. However, the flavor diversity of the United States is not only about fast food or unhealthy dishes prepared with a lot of oil, salt, or sugar.
Those who go on a real gastronomic tour of America will be able to taste healthy and proper dishes at affordable prices that everyone will definitely enjoy. Where to go and what to order in the United States, TheTravel told.
Chicago, Illinois
The Windy City can offer its guests at least 120 establishments that specialize in healthy and nutritious food. In particular, you can visit such places as Amitabul, Pokiology, or Loving Heart. The average cost of a meal per person per day is $46.
Houston, Texas
Although it is customary to eat more nutritious and heavy meals in Texas, in Houston you can try healthy dishes from 86 restaurants. Tourists are advised to visit the Dish Society Cafe, which offers daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, social hours, and catering. Although it may seem that they serve only hard-to-digest food, this is not the case. The average cost of a meal in Houston is $35.
Los Angeles, California
In Los Angeles, it is quite easy to find establishments that offer healthy food options. There are a total of 263 healthy food options here, and a tourist needs only $60 per day to feel full and satisfied. If you want to try fries with eggplant, it is recommended to visit Good Stuff Burgers, and if you are looking for Mediterranean cuisine, visit Ubatuba's.
Denver, Colorado
This is an affordable city that offers 53 healthy food restaurants. You can try light dishes at BriDer, which serves kale and apple salad, or the Massive Attack salad at Work & Class, which is very popular among locals. The average cost of a meal per person per day is $42.
Miami, Florida
Miami is also known for its restaurants, which offer goodness and ease. There are 154 restaurants with healthy food options right along the coast, including Flyfuel Food Co., Juice & Java, and Love Life Cafe. You can eat out for just $41 per day in Miami.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
In Philadelphia, you can visit 43 restaurants that do not serve fatty and sweet dishes. The best places to eat are Sulimay's, Cafe Lift, and Front Street Cafe. The average bill per day will be $49.
Portland, Oregon
In Portland, guests looking for affordable and delicious restaurants have access to 59 such establishments. However, it is recommended to pay special attention to Nong's, where you can enjoy delicious chicken with rice on the side. Overall, the average cost of a meal in the city is $43 per person.
Nashville, Tennessee
This city is one of the three most affordable in the United States, with 42 healthy food restaurants. Nashville recommends tourists looking for healthy and tasty food to visit such places as Nicky's Coal Fired, 1 Kitchen Nashville, and The Farm House. The average cost of a meal per day is $41.
Austin, Texas
This state can offer another great and affordable city for food lovers. Austin offers a menu of one of the 73 restaurants known for their health and taste. In particular, The Beer Plant has delicious plant-based snacks, and Café No Se offers a daily light brunch. The average cost of a meal in Austin is $35.
Dallas, Texas
Dallas is the third city in Texas on this list and the first in the ranking for accessibility. It has 63 great restaurants and cafes with healthy food where you can taste fresh food that doesn't weigh down your stomach. For example, Organic Food & Juice has a wide selection of juices, coffee, and smoothies, and Dive Coastal Cuisine offers the best seafood. In addition, you can spend only $35 per day for food here.
