Food halls aren’t just for Europeans anymore. These massive, multiconcept spaces are popping up at rapid speed across the country. From prepared-food meccas to launching pads for chefs' new concepts, food halls are a must-visit to experience the local food scene. Watch butchers break down a cut of meat, sniff your way through a world of spices and munch on globally inspired cuisine. Here are 17 new and historic spots worth exploring to sample the best bites each city has to offer.

Photo by Paul Gorman for West Side Market, Cleveland