Take a foodie trip around the world in Plymouth

It s a Disney World tradition for various the meals or drinks around the world loop at Epcot where you can savor tasty treats from a plethora of destinations But what if that kind of experience could be had without the airfare pricey hotels and crazy crowds And what if your stops were family-owned spots serving food and drink embracing their personal practices Welcome then to Plymouth where in just a sparse square miles you can taste and experience food and drink from a multitude of parts of the world While Plymouth may be known for turkey dinners and the Pilgrims its food scene has evolved into an awesome melting pot embracing global cuisine Consider taking on one a limited or all of these international culinary spots England Head to Shelley s Tea Room https www shellystearooms com in the center of town for a truly British experience You ll find scones and clotted cream tea and champagne a classic tea amenity with all the little touches If it feels authentic it is Owners Sean and Michelle once operated tea rooms in England proper There s even a red call box out front for your England in Plymouth photo op Italy Plymouth has long embraced true Italian food thanks in part to the Italian immigrants that came to town in the late s to work at the Cordage Rope factory In the present day get that intimate tiny Italian spot ambiance with dinner at Tuscany Tavern https www tuscanytavernplymouth com in North Plymouth It s cozy the staff is delightful and the food is freshly cooked within your view The small space means a reservation is needed Should they be full head to their second spot Cafe Strega https www cafestregaplymouth com Mexico America s hometown has open arms for all things Mexican food with choices up and down the main boulevards For the ultimate authentic experience choose La Bamba Taco and Tequila https labambatacosytequila com downtown or Jefe s https www jefesbarandgrille com in North Plymouth where you ll sip fabulous south of the border-ish cocktails and nosh on classic Mexican fare La Bamba s chefs are dialed in to classic cuisine and Jefe s nacho tower is a thing to behold The Mediterranean La Baia in Plymouth has it all from classic lamb to grape leaves with a breathtaking view of the sea albeit Plymouth Harbor just as lovely The spot s popularity is obvious and it s not just that oceanfront setting Meals like their roasted chicken with lemon and olives put you right into the scene Ireland Plymouth is still mourning the loss of Flynn s for Irish fare but another spot for true Irish cuisine has been here all along at Dillon s Local https www dillonslocalplymouth com The setting feels authentically Irish pub-ish with cozy booths and a bar with lots of seats and chatty bartends And then there s the food Shepherd s Pie Irish scallops fish and chips and more all deliver the taste The must-order Their creative twist of Shepherd s Pie Croquettes Oh and they pour an absolutely perfect Guinness Korea Kogi https www kogiplymouth com has long been a favorite of locals and visitors alike thanks to their flavorful ramen bulgogi and karaage nice and crispy Now in a larger downtown spot their decor matches their flavors with classic Korean touches Kogi serves their food with flawless presentation from traditional Korean small plates to udon noodles They also serve Japanese fare with an extensive sushi menu Follow it with their mochi ice cream Tibet and Nepal New to town and already winning rave reviews is Momo Hut https momohutplymouth com just up the road in North Plymouth Serving Himalayan foods like Tibetan Dumplings their claim to fame Shyabhaley a Tibetan empanada of sorts rice noodles curry and more they ve brought Tibet to Plymouth Owners the Ghale family cook from their family recipes and say their goal is to share a piece of our heritage and society with our district through the food we love It s working Plymouth And then of unit there s home From a home brew at Vitamin Sea to fried clams or lobster at Wood s Seafood to ice cream in a house-made cone at Bramhall s Country Store you can start finish or bookend your around-the-world food adventure with good old Plymouth fare A generous platter of sushi at Kogi Photo courtesy Kogi Dillon s Local serves up hearty fare with an Irish vibe like this scallop dish Photo Moira McCarthy Plymouth waterfront isn t just historic it s home to restaurants serving food from around the world Photo by Moira McCarthy