This Korean fried chicken chain opened its first Prince George’s County location in Hyattsville. This 129-seat restaurant is usually crowded with fans of double-fried bird.

This outpost of a local chain of Salvadoran eateries is housed in a former McDonald’s. But don’t be fooled — there’s no fast food here. Instead find warm pupusas with zesty curtido as well as featured grill specials.

Shagga is a well-known Ethiopian restaurant that also doubles as a midday cafe for those looking for Ethiopian coffee with a serious caffeine kick.

For tricked out cupcakes, head to Sugar Vault Desserts. The bakery serves offbeat and delicious cupcakes, including flavors like key lime pie, toffee butter crunch, and bourbon-infused peach cobbler cheesecake.

This quick-service local chain is a favorite for naan pizzas, curry wraps, and rice bowl.

Franklins has a rotating selection of microbrew beers, and the pizzas are worth a try. Make sure to visit the toy store adjacent to the restaurant. There’s an assortment of tchotchkes as well as hard-to-find beers and wines.

Relax and take in the aromatic smells of this local roastery, which is home to pour-over coffees and espresso-based drinks.

For a taste of Senegal, Chez Dior delivers. This relative newcomer opened three years ago and features traditional dishes such as grilled and marinated tilapia, known as caldou, and yassa chicken, a succulent bird served with caramelized onions and mustard.

For authentic Mexican tacos featuring handmade corn tortillas, head to La Fondita. Chorizo tacos and enchiladas are crowd favorites.

Art and food come together at this offshoot of the venerable local pizza chain; Paradiso shares a space with a nonprofit community art center, Art Works Now. And just like other Paradiso locations, there's plenty of craft beer on tap, plus a giant wood-fired Marra Forni pizza oven.