Places ReisyD Wants to Go

A railroad tunnel that, upon its completion, was considered one of the engineering marvels of the modern world.

This maze-like slot canyon is a unique gem within an already fascinating geological area.

The remains of a failed attempt at medieval nerdery are hidden deep in the woods of Virginia.

Giant busts of 42 U.S. presidents sit, crumbling in a field in Virginia.

This family-run joint has been going whole hog for nearly 100 years.

Chef Ashleigh Shanti serves up a classic Appalachian fish fry.

This family-owned diner has been slinging chili dogs since 1940.

Asheville, North Carolina, was the the second place in the world to enjoy Kentucky Fried Chicken's secret recipe.

An eclectic store sells obscure vinyl recordings of Charles Manson and Jim Jones, along with many other oddities.

The world's largest vertical wind tunnel.

Ruins of an American Civil War iron forge still survive today.

Line up for a hickory-smoked BBQ bologna sandwich at this family-run institution.

For more than 75 years, this living piece of history has been serving exceptional soul food.

Feast on Caribbean classics from curry goat to black cake.

Pickles belong on pizza and this freewheeling outpost proves it.

Sambusas get a Deep Southern twist at this Somali chai haven.

House a green chile pork Crunchwrap swaddled in hot, fresh tortillas.

Bone marrow-loaded birria with handmade corn tortillas—need we say more?

This beloved cheeseburger-slinging trailer holds Nashville's oldest beer license.

This iconic meat-and-three seasons every dish with ancestral cooking knowledge from South Carolina’s Lowcountry.

Flaunt your karaoke chops at this pitch-perfect dive bar.

This chestnut box will not be opened until the country music legend's 100th birthday in 2046.

East Nashville's oldest dive bar will bring you back to life with animal-style bar fare.

Visit a family-run restaurant that has been serving the epitome of soul food for more than seven decades.