2019 Top 100 Leaders by Major Market

2019 Top 100 Leaders by Major Market

Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab

The buzz: One of several high-volume eateries inside the Forum Shops at Caesars Palace.

2019 Top 100 Leaders by Major Market

Hugo’s Frog Bar & Fish House

The buzz: The downtown Hugo's is the busiest of three in the Chicago market.

The buzz: One of five across the U.S., the Las Vegas site celebrates 20 years on the Strip this year.

The buzz: An eclectic menu, late-night hours and a vibrant club scene keep the crowds coming.

The buzz: The New York Times called it "one of Manhattan's loveliest spaces."

The buzz: This massive "clubstaurant" is considered to be a cut above imitators.

The buzz: One of the city's longest-running steakhouses appeals to lovers of old-school food and service.

The buzz: A pawn shop serves as the "secret" entrance.

Top 100 Independent restaurants buzz: One of New York's oldest restaurants remains a solid performer. 2018 annual sales: $16.3M* Average check: $96*

The Top 100 Independent restaurants grossed nearly $1.8 billion in 2018—and much of that is concentrated in major metro markets.

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