A good place to start
Choose the style of meal you want rather than assuming an American restaurant has one fixed menu.
What to compare
- Regional style
- Portion format and side dishes
Make one part of the meal new
Keep a favourite dish or familiar ingredient, then try something different alongside it. Ask about unfamiliar ingredients, sharing portions and dietary needs. Menu examples are starting points for a conversation; check what the restaurant actually serves.
Something else to discover
Latin food
Latin American food spans many national and regional traditions.
Soul food
Soul food is associated with African American culinary traditions, especially in the southern United States.