For any West Michiganer, particularly those from the greater Grand Rapids area or more specifically Holland, Michigan, Hudsonville Ice Cream is a fundamental part of the regional identity. For most of its history, the ice cream brand has been purposefully provincial but not anymore. Natives will be particularly pleased to see Traverse City Cherry Fudge. Hudsonville Ice Cream is available at the two Shoprite stores in Brooklyn and at the location in the Bronx.

Aptly named after two local sports teams and the shape of their pizza of choice, Lions and Tigers and Squares is the perfect place for any homesick east Michigander to get their fix. ​​Founded by Artichoke Basille’s Pizza co-founders Francis Garcia and Sal Basille, this Chelsea pizza shop offers a slim menu with about five pies, all of which include cheddar cheese.

Hailing from San Francisco, It’s It Ice Cream Sandwiches blew up in popularity during the 70s and 80s. With a scoop of ice cream sandwiched between two old fashioned oatmeal cookies, interest grew nationally for the dessert, but it still remains limited in availability. For the homesick San Franciscican, you can find these delicacies at select stores across Manhattan and Brooklyn including Bedford Cheese Shop and Green Grape Provisions in Fort Greene.

San Diego natives may have finally found a place for their burrito fix at Electric Burrito, which San Diego transplant Alex Thaboua runs with co-founder Will Wyatt. Their California burrito is filled with cheese, french fries, and pico de gallo. While carne asada is often the protein by default, there are options for pollo asado and carnitas here.

For transplants from Chicago seeking out deep-dish pizza, Emmett’s is the place to go. Founded by Emmett Burke, a Chicago transplant since 2013, the Chicago deep-dish pizzeria serves several deep dish specialty pies including the meat lovers and the ‘Magnum P Eye’— a take on the Hawaiian pizza.

Run by Paul Ashley, a native of the Houston area suburb of Katy, Texas, and his wife Sarah, Kings Kolache in Bushwick goes all in on the Texas nostalgia. They serve dishes far beyond the Czech-Tex delicacy with breakfast tacos, frito pies, and a rare find in NYC: Whataburger ketchup, a spicier version of the tomato-based condiment from the well-known chain. While you’re there, get a cup of coffee from the famous Austin coffee shop Mozart’s.

​This Bed-Stuy cafe is a godsend for any displaced Texan, especially those from the central part of the Lone Star state. The Czech-Tex pastries are stuffed with sweet or savory fillings. This hot spot — which recently opened up a second location in Manhattan — has a robust set of options ranging from chorizo, egg, and cheese to blueberry sweet cheese.

This wood-fire pizzeria in Clinton Hill brings a taste of St. Louis to Brooklyn. Missouri natives will recognize the aptly named Saint Louie, a homage to the city. Of course, that particular pizza is topped with Provel (a blend of swiss, white cheddar, and provolone cheese) but it’s not the only one. There are six different pies on the menu that feature the St. Louis-style blend. 

Lowerline in Prospect Heights is a worthwhile go-to for any Gulf Coast transplant seeking out the culinary classics that define the New Orleans restaurant scene. Chef and owner John Verlander, a Louisiana native, opened the Cajun-inspired spot to bring a taste of the gulf with a collection of regional classics. The menu features several po’ boy classics including the fried catfish and fried shrimp varieties of the sandwich. While you’re there, be sure to try out the crawfish etouffee or gumbo.

There is no more iconic marker of New Mexican cuisine than the green chile, and Ursula in Crown Heights is the best place to find it in NYC. Chef Eric See has spent more than a decade in the New York food scene, and his New Mexican roots take center stage here and is a nostalgic trip down memory lane for any displaced New Mexican. The iconic New Mexican flare is apparent across most of the menu, especially the sopapillas in pork, beef, and vegan options.