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101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown -
"Countdown 40-21"

   (22 restaurants)    
Aired on: March 21, 2011 
Aired on: March 21, 2011 
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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Helena's Hawaiian FoodSee Helena's Hawaiian Food Video ($$)
(4076 ratings)

1240 N School St Map It!
Honolulu, HI 96817
(808) 845-8044
www.helenashawaiianfood.c...
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Honolulu"
  • Kalua Pig
    short rib
  • Laulau
    popular; pork wrapped in taro leaf; looks good
  • Short Ribs pipikaula style
    popular; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
4076 ratings		 #31 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); James Beard Award Recipient 2000
Paseo ($)
(5528 ratings)

4225 Fremont Ave N Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 545-7440
www.paseoseattle.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
  • Cuban Sandwich
    looks good
 4.5 out of 5
5528 ratings		 #33 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); "The Best Sandwiches in America" (Cuban Meat Sandwich)-Esquire Magazine (2008)
Ted Drewes Frozen CustardSee Ted Drewes Frozen Custard Video ($)
(1677 ratings)

6726 Chippewa St Map It!
St. Louis, MO 63109
(314) 481-2652
www.teddrewes.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sweet Tooth"
Man v. Food Nation, Episode: "Route 66"
  • Frozen Custard
  • "Concrete"
    frozen vanilla custard w/ toppings blended in; Bobby got heath bar, caramel and Oreo; looks good; vanilla custard and a choice of over 30 toppings that is mixed in; Adam's concrete includes oatmeal cookies, caramel and macadamia nuts; can be served upside-down (it's that thick); looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1677 ratings		 #37 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); est. in 1929; long lines
Acme Oyster HouseSee Acme Oyster House Video ($$)
(8503 ratings)

724 Iberville St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 522-5973
www.acmeoyster.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Deep Fried Paradise 2-Extra CrispyMan v. Food, Episode: "New Orleans"
World's Best Places to Pig Out
  • 15 Dozen Club
    challenge: 15 dozen oysters in 1 hour; 15 dozen oysters in 1 hour; Adam wins; challenge: 15 dozen oysters in 1 hour
  • Boo Fries
    French fries topped w/ "10-napkin" roast beef gravy & cheese; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
8503 ratings		 #25 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
#5 (World's Best Places to Pig Out); opened in 1910...moved to current location in 1924 due to disastrous fire
Atlantic ChipShop [CLOSED] ($$)
(525 ratings)

129 Atlantic Ave Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 855-7775
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Deep Fried ParadiseExtreme Pig OutsGuilty Pleasures, Episode: "Coast to Coast Indulgences"
  • Deep Fried Twinkie
  • Deep Fried Mac and Cheese
  • Deep Fried Pizza
  • Deep Fried Candy Bars
    Reeces or Snickers
  • Fish & Chip Butty
    typical British sandwich w/ fried fish, mushy peas fritters, garlic mayo, fries & onion gravy; not necessarily on menu
 4.0 out of 5
525 ratings		 [CLOSED]; #30 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); deep-fries everything on menu; you can bring your own food to deep fry
El Tepeyac CafeSee El Tepeyac Cafe Video ($$)
(2561 ratings)

812 N Evergreen Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(323) 268-1960
manuelseltepeyac.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Livin' Large"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Los Angeles"
  • Manuel Special
    5-lb Burrito; 5-lb burrito, finish in under an hour for a free t-shirt; refried beans, Spanish rice, marinated pork shoulder, guacamole, cheddar, flour tortilla; looks good!; 5-lb burrito
 4.0 out of 5
2561 ratings		 #23 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); founded in 1942 (originally called El Tupinamba Cafe)
Lafayette Coney IslandSee Lafayette Coney Island Video ($)
(1033 ratings)

118 W Lafayette Blvd Map It!
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 964-8198
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Food Wars, Episode: "Detroit: Hot Dogs"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Detroit"
  • Coney Island Hot Dog
    hot dog topped w/ chili, mustard and chopped sweet Spanish onions; chunkier chili; topped w/ chili, mustard and chopped onions
 4.0 out of 5
1033 ratings		 Tie for #22 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown): Lafayette vs. American;
Food War: Lafayette vs. American... American won (3-votes-to-2); Lafayette opened by nephew of American Coney Island's owner; they compete next door to each other; difference is in the chili
Obrycki's Crab House & Seafood Restaurant [CLOSED]See Obrycki's Crab House & Seafood Restaurant Video ($$$)
(204 ratings)

1727 E Pratt St Map It!
Baltimore, MD 21231
(410) 732-6399
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Baltimore"
  • Crabs
  • Crab Cakes
  • Steamed Crabs
 4.0 out of 5
204 ratings		 [CLOSED]; #38 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown)
Slows Bar BQSee Slows Bar BQ Video ($$)
(2290 ratings)

2138 Michigan Ave Map It!
Detroit, MI 48216
(313) 962-9828
www.slowsbarbq.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Sandwich in America, Episode: "Championship Finale"
Best Sandwich in America, Episode: "Great Lakes"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Detroit"
  • Beef Brisket Enchilada
  • Yardbird Sandwich
    pulled smoked Amish chicken breast drenched in housemade mustard BBQ sauce, tossed w/ sauteed mushrooms & cheddar & topped w/ applewood bacon; winner of Best Sandwich (Great Lakes); looks good!
  • Triple Threat Pork Sandwich
    signature sandwich; Applewood bacon, pulled pork and ham stacked high; choice of 7 BBQ sauces (Adam used Orange Pop BBQ); looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2290 ratings		 Best Sandwich in America (Runer-Up); #40 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); opened in 2005
Thurman Cafe ($$)
(1149 ratings)

183 Thurman Ave Map It!
Columbus, OH 43206
(614) 443-1570
www.thethurmancafe.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Columbus"
  • Thurman Burger
    burger overloaded with ham, mozzarella, american cheese, lettuce, tomato, mushrooms, sauteed onions, pickle, peppers, and mayo with chips and a pickle spear; large burger; looks good
  • Thurmanator
    2 12-oz burgers; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1149 ratings		 #35 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown)
American Coney IslandSee American Coney Island Video ($)
(479 ratings)

114 W Lafayette Blvd Map It!
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 961-7758
www.americanconeyisland.c...
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Food Wars, Episode: "Detroit: Hot Dogs"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Detroit"
  • Coney Island Hot Dog
    hot dog topped w/ chili, Belgian mustard and chopped Vidalia onions; smoother chili; topped w/ chili, mustard and chopped onions
 3.5 out of 5
479 ratings		 Tie for #22 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown): Lafayette vs. American;
Food War: Lafayette vs. American... American won (3-votes-to-2); opened in 1917; American Coney Island's founder's nephew opened competitor Lafayette right next door; difference is in the chili
Ben's Chili BowlSee Ben's Chili Bowl Video ($)
(4178 ratings)

1213 U St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20009
(202) 667-0058
benschilibowl.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Genuine Legends"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Washington, D.C."
  • Chili Half Smoke
    sausage; looks good
 3.5 out of 5
4178 ratings		 #28 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); opened in 1958; D.C. landmark; Bill Cosby, President Obama ate here
Beth's CafeSee Beth's Cafe Video ($$)
(1480 ratings)

7311 Aurora Ave N Map It!
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 782-5588
www.bethscafe.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Seattle"
World's Best Places to Pig Out
  • 12-Egg Omelet
  • Southwestern Exposure
    challenge - 12 egg, 5 lb omelet w/ hash browns; Adam lost
 3.5 out of 5
1480 ratings		 #26 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
#4 (World's Best Places to Pig Out); est. 1954; started as a nickel slots gambling parlor, now a full restaurant; "Best Place to Cure a Hangover" (Seattle Magazine)
Charles Vergos' RendezvousSee Charles Vergos' Rendezvous Video ($$)
(2622 ratings)

52 S 2nd St Map It!
Memphis, TN 38103
(901) 523-2746
www.hogsfly.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bar-B-Que"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Memphis"
Ribs Paradise
 3.5 out of 5
2622 ratings		 #24 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); institution BBQ restaurant
Eagle's Deli ($)
(467 ratings)

1918 Beacon St Map It!
Brighton, MA 02135
(617) 731-3232
www.eaglesdeli.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Boston"
World's Best Places to Pig Out
  • Eagle's Challenge
    10 burger tower, 20 slices of cheese, 20 strips of bacon plus 1-lb of fries
  • 5-lb Eagle's Challenge Burger
    challenge - amount; Adam lost; no one has won
  • Reilly Burger
    3lbs of burger, 12pcs of american cheese, 2lbs of fries
 3.5 out of 5
467 ratings		 #21 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
#2 (World's Best Places to Pig Out)
Grimaldi'sSee Grimaldi's Video ($$)
(4986 ratings)

1 Front St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 858-4300
www.grimaldis.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Food Wars, Episode: "New York: Pizza"
  • Pizza
    thin crust pizza; recommend classic Margherita; sauce on top of cheese topped w/ olive oil, grated cheese, oregano, pepper and basil
 3.5 out of 5
4986 ratings		 #39 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
Food War: Grimaldi's vs. John's Pizzeria... Grimaldi's won (2-votes-to-1); opened in 1990; long lines; no reservations; no credit cards; no slices; use San Marzano tomatoes imported from Naples, Italy
Junior'sSee Junior's Video ($$)
(1981 ratings)

386 Flatbush Ave Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 852-5257
orderjuniorsbrooklyn.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "All American"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Double-Down Chow Down!"
  • Cheesecake
    New York style cheesecake; sponge cake crust (rather than graham cracker); "I literally never tasted a cheesecake quite as good as Junior's"-Rocco Dispirito
  • Strawberry Shortcake
    multi-layered tall cake
 3.5 out of 5
1981 ratings		 #34 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); opened in 1950
R U HungrySee R U Hungry Video ($)
(190 ratings)

95 Hamilton St Map It!
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 246-2177
www.ruhungrynj.net
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Extreme Pig OutsFood Truck ParadiseMan v. Food, Episode: "New Brunswick"
  • Fat Darrel
    most popular sandwich; MAXIM named it best sandwich in America (2004); chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, fries, marinara sauce
  • Fat Sandwich Challenge
    challenge: 5 sandwiches in 45 minutes; Adam loses
 3.5 out of 5
190 ratings		 #32 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); food truck; off campus of Rutgers Univerisity; contest: eat 5 sandwiches in 40 minutes, get a sandwich named after you
Tony's I-75 RestaurantSee Tony's I-75 Restaurant Video ($$)
(570 ratings)

8781 Main St Map It!
Birch Run, MI 48415
(989) 624-5860
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Sandwich Paradise
  • Bacon-Lettuce-Tomato Sandwich (BLT)
    world's biggest BLT; bacon piled high...about 20 strips of bacon; world's biggest BLT; bacon piled high...about 20 strips of bacon
 3.5 out of 5
570 ratings		 #29 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); jumbo sandwiches; jumbo portions; Bill Clinton and Kid Rock have visited
Brown's Seabrook Lobster Pound ($$)
(477 ratings)

407 Rte 286 Map It!
Seabrook, NH 03874
(603) 474-3331
www.brownslobsterpound.co...
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
  • Lobster Roll
 3.0 out of 5
477 ratings		 Tie for #36 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown): Markey's vs. Brown's
Heart Attack Grill [CLOSED]See Heart Attack Grill Video ($$)
(105 ratings)

6185 W Chandler Blvd Map It!
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 705-9870
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
Extreme Pig Outs
  • Quadruple Burger
    4 stacked-high cheeseburger; buns buttered in lard; 4 stacked-high cheeseburger; buns buttered in lard
 3.0 out of 5
105 ratings		 [CLOSED]; moved to Las Vegas; #27 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); waitresses dressed in scantily-dressed nurse uniforms; those who finish triple or quadruple burger gets wheeled in wheelchair to car; french fry bar (free); if you weigh more than 350-lbs, you eat for free
Markey's Lobster Pool ($$)
(405 ratings)

420 New Hampshire 286 Map It!
Seabrook, NH 03874
(603) 474-2851
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 40-21"
  • Lobster Roll
 3.0 out of 5
405 ratings		 Tie for #36 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown): Markey's vs. Brown's
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown -
"Countdown 40-21"		   (22 restaurants)    
Aired on: March 21, 2011 
Aired on: March 21, 2011