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Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Amazing Appetizers"

  (8 restaurants)    
Aired on: October 23, 2015 
Aired on: October 23, 2015 
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Clanton's CafeSee Clanton's Cafe Video ($)
(163 ratings)

319 E Illinois Ave Map It!
Vinita, OK 74301
(918) 256-9053
www.clantonscafe.com
  • Calf Fries
    deep-fried chopped calf testicles (yuk!); served w/ horseradish sauce
  • Chicken & Dressing
    pulled chicken & seasoned cornbread dressing smothered in rich gravy; looks good
  • Chicken Fried Steak
    pan-fried egg-washed-and-floured flattened cube steak; Gourmet Magazine recognized; looks good
4.0 out of 5
163 ratings
est. 1927; on Route 66; chicken fried steak featured in Gourmet Magazine
Highland TavernSee Highland Tavern Video ($$)
(632 ratings)

3400 Navajo St Map It!
Denver, CO 80211
(303) 433-1990
www.highlandtavern.com
  • Pork Rinds
    scratch made, deep-fried & seasoned; "that's the best chicharrone I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Tavern Tots
    housemade tator tots w/ side of dipping sauce; "out of all the house-made tots I've had--mine included--that's the most tot-alistic..this is ridiculous. In the world of 'Triple D', that's probably one of the best, if not the best rendition of a homemade tot."-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Bombshell "Sammich"
    15-day-brined house pastrami, swiss, brown mustard, tavern slaw, fried egg, rye; "incredibly righteous pastrami sandwich"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
632 ratings
in 1901 former Coors brewing building; "neighborhood bar feel paired with fantastic food and a fully stocked bar...with Ping Pong, Pool and video games" (from its website); "one of the best 'Triple D' experiences I've had...and I've seen a lot"-Guy Fieri
Queens Comfort [CLOSED]See Queens Comfort Video ($$)
(2123 ratings)

3618 30th Ave Map It!
Astoria, NY 11103
(718) 721-3800
  • "Down By Law" Sandwich
    roasted chicken, bacon jam, avocado, cheddar & chipotle mayo; named after 1 of owner's favorite movies
  • Atomic Fire Balls
    deep-fried mac & cheese balls w/sriracha & side of ranch dressing
4.0 out of 5
2123 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2011; ecclectic, quirky & fun decor serving comfort food; owner/chef proposed to his girlfriend on air; Other Recipes: Cap'n Crunch Chicken Fingers
Scully's Tavern [CLOSED]See Scully's Tavern Video ($$)
(289 ratings)

9809 SW 72nd St Map It!
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 271-7404
  • Buffalo Wings
    deep-fried, tossed in sauce, grilled, sauced again, and grilled 1 last time
  • Escargot
  • Scampi Wings
    deep-fried, then grilled, then sauced with caramelized garlic butter & topped w/ Parmesan cheese
  • Encrusted Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Sandwich
    potato chip-crusted and deep-fried; looks good
4.0 out of 5
289 ratings
[CLOSED]; sports bar
BBQ Shack [CLOSED]See BBQ Shack Video ($$)
(35 ratings)

1613 E Peoria St Map It!
Paola, KS 66071
(913) 294-5908
  • Chicken Wings
    smoked and deep-fried
  • Jalapeno Poppers
    stuffed w/ water chestnut and cream cheese & wrapped with bacon
  • Smoked Whole Hog
    special order on request
3.5 out of 5
35 ratings
[CLOSED]
Boulevard DinerSee Boulevard Diner Video ($$)
(123 ratings)

1660 Merritt Blvd Map It!
Dundalk, MD 21222
(410) 285-8660
www.boulevarddiner.com
  • Yia Yia Stuffed Grape Leaves
    a top seller; ground beef, rice, fresh herbs and onions and topped w/ lemon sauce; looks good
  • Sour Beef and Dumplings
    German-Asian fusion; thick beef stew w/ potato dumplings; looks good
3.5 out of 5
123 ratings
opened in 2001; local landmark; classic 50's art decco decor
Highlander [CLOSED]See Highlander Video ($$)
(362 ratings)

931 Monroe Dr NE Map It!
Atlanta, GA 30308
(404) 872-0060
  • Jerk Chili
  • Mozarella Sticks
    Wrapped in sheeted egg pasta & fried
3.5 out of 5
362 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 1992; neighborhood bar w/ atypical bar food; chef from West Africa
10th Avenue Burrito CoSee 10th Avenue Burrito Co Video ($$)
(627 ratings)

801 Belmar Plz Map It!
Belmar, NJ 07719
(732) 280-1515
www.tenthaveburrito.com
  • Adobo Wings
    deep-fried, tossed in sauce & grilled; served w/ avocado ranch dressing; looks good
  • Pork Mole Platter
    served over rice w/ cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & sour cream; looks good
3.0 out of 5
627 ratings
made from scratch and made to order Mexi-Cali cuisine; Other Recipes: Black Bean Cakes
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Amazing Appetizers"
  (8 restaurants)    
Aired on: October 23, 2015 
Aired on: October 23, 2015