Before they were soldiers, they were family. Before they were legends, they were heroes. Before there was a nation, there was a fight for freedom.

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New this update: West Hollywood standby Connie & Ted’s leaves the list after its permanent closure in July 2026, as well as Koast, which closed in 2025 after less than one year open, and Sáu Can Tho ...