Leave it to Amanda Cohen to still be blowing to smithereens every preconceived notion about vegetarian dining. The chef-owner of Dirt Candy is a James Beard nominee, a pioneer of the vegetable-forward culinary movement, and a leader intent on building a better industry: With their no-tipping policy, they're able to pay their staff fair wages. Her layered plates elate, but they’re also a lot of fun. You'll want to come back often since the menu changes with every season, too.