Had a late night and feeling hungry? Whatever the time of day, the US has plenty of restaurants to help satisfy your cravings – whether you're after an all-day breakfast or you need some post-bar comfort food. From retro-style diners that serve classics 24 hours a day to low-key Mexican joints where you can grab a bite way after dark, we've tracked down every state's best open-till-late restaurants.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover amazing places for a late-night meal (or early breakfast) across the USA, counting down to the best spot of all.

We've based our ranking on the enduring popularity of each restaurant in its place of origin and beyond, and on the opinions of our well-traveled (and well-fed) team. The list is unavoidably subjective.

The best restaurant open late in every state