Shopping malls and fabulous dining don't typically go together, but that's beginning to change at some of the more modern food courts across the US. These are the places swapping the usual fast food chains, disappointing sandwiches and soulless clusters of tables for artisan products, chef-driven restaurants and cafés serving gourmet takes on comfort food favourites. Here are America's best food courts that have become dining destinations in their own right. Due to COVID-19, it's best to check state travel advisories and individual mall and restaurant websites for the latest opening information.