Dining Guides Span California, Japan, Three States

Several under-the-radar eateries are drawing attention for delivering memorable food in unassuming settings. In California, restored gas stations and roadside spots serve popular pizza, prepared foods, tacos and burritos, while an Oregon buffet and Charleston sushi restaurant offer expansive all-you-can-eat meals. A downtown St. Louis sushi spot also keeps rolls coming at a reasonably priced lunch and dinner deal. In Tokyo’s Akihabara district, Uodon lets diners build sushi bowls from an enormous range of toppings, with suggested combinations for those overwhelmed by the choices.