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Rating		 Restaurant Notes
Goddess and Grocer ($$)
(564 ratings)

1649 N Damen Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 342-3200
goddessandgrocer.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Layers of Goodness"
  • "The Goddess Rainbow Cake"
    "6 layer rainbow cake w/ vanilla buttercream icing, rainbow sprinkles & pride" (from its website)
 3.5 out of 5
564 ratings		 est. 2004; offering prepared foods, local goods & international fare; known for soups, salads & sandwiches, desserts, artisanal products & more
Gooey Looie's ($)
(299 ratings)

231 McClellan St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19148
(215) 334-7668
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Philadelphia"
  • Cheesesteak
    over-sized (over 1.5 lbs)...thin slices of rib eye chopped on flattop & topped w/ 5 slices of cheese; Jeff got w/ Provolone cheese & peppers; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
299 ratings		 deli, market & sandwiches; sandwiches tend to be over-sized (that's good!)
Happy Lobster
(190 ratings)

131 N Clinton St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
www.happylobstertruck.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On Wheels"
  • Angry Lobster Sandwich
    Maine lobster, butter, special seasoning, hot giardiniera & spicy mayo on a toasted bun; "so buttery & lovely & luscious" -Jeff Mauro
 4.5 out of 5
190 ratings		 est. 2015; food truck specializing in dishes featuring Maine lobster; known for lobster rolls & grilled cheese
Honey 1 BBQ ($)
(110 ratings)

746 E 43rd St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60653
(773) 285-9455
www.honey1bbq.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Chicago"
  • Rib Tip
    little nugget of smoky rib meat; served w/ fries & bread; looks good
 3.5 out of 5
110 ratings		 aquarium-style glassed-in smoker & smoked in hickory wood; slow smoked; moved from original airing location (2241 N Western Ave)
Honey Butter Fried Chicken ($$)
(2195 ratings)

3361 N Elston Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 478-4000
www.honeybutter.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Buttered Up"
  • Honey Butter Fried Chicken Sandwich
    fried chicken breast & honey butter, option to add cheese; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2195 ratings		 est. 2013; casual restaurant known for fried chicken & house dipping sauces; vegan & gluten free options available
La Parrillita Mexican Grill [CLOSED] ($)
(416 ratings)

7225 W North Ave Map It!
River Forest, IL 60131
(708) 657-4440
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Mexican Favorites"
  • Tamales Verde de Pollo
    shredded chicken & tomatillo salsa wrapped in fresh masa, steamed in a corn husk; add house "grenade" salsa for extra spice
 4.0 out of 5
416 ratings		 [CLOSED]; est. 2014; made to order authentic Mexican food & homemade salsas
Mama Toscano's Ravioli [CLOSED]See Mama Toscano's Ravioli Video ($)
(120 ratings)

2201 Macklind Ave Map It!
St. Louis, MO 63110
(314) 776-2926
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Finger Food"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Fried Fabulous Fun"
  • Toasted Ravioli
    meat-filled, rolled in bread crumbs and pan-fried or deep-fried; takes 3 days to make; NOTE: not served on location, sold unprepared in boxed packages; they can ship to you
 4.5 out of 5
120 ratings		 [CLOSED]; not a restaurant, but serve some food like sandwiches
Maria's CafeSee Maria's Cafe Video ($)
(249 ratings)

1113 E Franklin Ave Map It!
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 870-9842
www.mariascafe.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Minneapolis"
  • Cachapas Venezolanas (Corn Pancakes)
    signature dish; add Cotija cheese...do not add syrup!
 4.0 out of 5
249 ratings		 est. 1993; in Ancient Traders Market; fusion of North & South American cuisines
Mario's Italian Lemonade ($)
(688 ratings)

1068 W Taylor St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Chicago"
  • Cantaloupe Lemonade Ice
    Italian ice w/ small chunks of cantaloupe; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
688 ratings		 est. 1954; large lemonade stand; seasonal
Mordecai ($$)
(129 ratings)

3632 N Clark St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 269-5410
www.mordecaichicago.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Crazy Creations"
  • Crackerjack Beignets
    popped sorghum, candied peanuts, bourbon ice cream; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
129 ratings		 est. 2018; classic American favorites along w/ reimagined creations, locally sourced & paired w/ seasonal drinks
Neighborhood RestaurantSee Neighborhood Restaurant Video ($$)
(860 ratings)

25 Bow St Map It!
Somerville, MA 02143
(617) 623-9710
www.theneighborhoodrestau...
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Boston"
  • #2 Breakfast Special
    3 eggs, home fries, cream of wheat sprinkled w/ cinnamon, homemade Portuguese sweet bread w/ homemade jam (made from grapes from their own yard), coffee & orange juice; "best cream of wheat I've ever had"-Jeff Mauro
 4.0 out of 5
860 ratings		 opened in 1983; Portuguese and American cuisine; outdoor seating under grapevines; huge portions (good!)
New Rebozo ($$)
(716 ratings)

7403 Madison St Map It!
Forest Park, IL 60130
(708) 445-0370
www.newrebozos.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Serious Spice"
  • Fiesta Mole
    6 chicken enchiladas w/ 6 different moles; Jeff loves white chocolate & pistachio poblano; served w/ rice & beans
 4.5 out of 5
716 ratings		 opened in 1991; Mexican cantina known for 25 moles; serving innovative dishes w/ traditional roots
Oasis CafeSee Oasis Cafe Video ($)
(472 ratings)

21 N Wabash Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 443-9534
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "In the Last Place You'd Expect"
  • Falafel & Hummus Plate
    ground chickpeas deep-fried in vegetable oil, hummus, decorated w/ vegetables & served w/ tahini sauce & pita; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
472 ratings		 Mediterranean takeout & delivery restaurant located at the back of a jewelry store
Palookaville Chili [CLOSED] ($)
(29 ratings)

3900 Lorain Ave Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 961-4810
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Cleveland"
  • Chicken Verde Chili
    Jeff got it on macaroni w/ "the works" (sour cream, onions, jalapenos, cheddar cheese); looks good
 4.0 out of 5
29 ratings		 [CLOSED]; serves lunch only
Papa Cristo'sSee Papa Cristo's Video ($$)
(2235 ratings)

2771 W Pico Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(323) 737-2970
www.papacristos.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Los Angeles"
  • Kreatopita
    homemade phyllo pastry w/ a filling of chopped spiced ground beef & caramelized onions
  • Spanakopita
    homemade phyllo pastry w/ a filling of chopped spinach, feta cheese, onions, egg & seasoning; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
2235 ratings		 since 1948; Greek grocery store & restaurant
Pete's Famous Pizza ($)
(266 ratings)

116 N 21st St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 567-4116
www.petesfamouspizza.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Philadelphia"
  • Meatball Stromboli
    stuffed w/ homemade meatballs, American cheese, pizza sauce & Mozzarella cheese & topped w/ more Mozzarella; looks good
 3.5 out of 5
266 ratings		 opened in 1980; neighborhood institution; everything made from scratch
Porto's BakerySee Porto's Bakery Video ($)
(11934 ratings)

3614 West Magnolia Blvd Map It!
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 846-9100
www.portosbakery.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Los Angeles"
  • Chorizo & Egg Omelette Sandwich
    chorizo, eggs, cheese, mayo & mustard mix on homemade Cuban bread
  • Potato Ball
    mashed potato ball stuffed w/ spiced ground beef & deep-fried; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
11934 ratings		 since 1960; immigrants from Cuba who started by selling homemade cakes to friends & neighbors that eventually grew to the current 2,000-sq ft facility in Burbank; two other available locations
Proxi ($$$)
(521 ratings)

565 W Randolph St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 466-1950
www.proxichicago.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Fried and Gone to Heaven"
  • Tempura Elotes
    corn fritters topped w/ Japanese mayo, Grana Padano cheese, chives, lime & chili powder; "pure, deep-fried fantastic-ness!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
521 ratings		 est. 2017; features global street food & multi-cultural cuisine
River RoastSee River Roast Video ($$)
(1209 ratings)

315 N La Salle Dr Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 822-0100
riverroastchicago.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On the Waterfront"
Food With a View
  • Whole Roasted Chicken
    "it's a magical experience!" -Jeff Mauro; looks good; signature dish; applewood smoked & juicy, RR potatoes; carved table-side; looks good
  • Rack of Pork
    Berkshire cider-brined & apple smoked, cornbread; carved table-side & served w/ apple cider sauce
 4.0 out of 5
1209 ratings		 est. 2014; offering dramatic city & water views from every seat--inside and out; specializing in roasted meats, fish & vegetables, known for carving at the table; owner/chef is James Beard award-winning Tony Mantuano
RosebudSee Rosebud Video ($$)
(704 ratings)

1500 W Taylor St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 942-1117
www.rosebudrestaurants.co...
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Pig Out!"
  • Pork Chops Calabrese
    served w/ crispy potatoes; choice of Calabrese or Cacciatore (Jeff gets it Calabrese)
 4.0 out of 5
704 ratings		 est. 1975
RPM SteakSee RPM Steak Video ($$$$)
(1690 ratings)

66 W Kinzie St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 284-4990
rpmsteak.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On A Date"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Beloved Burgers"
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Steak"
  • 14K Chocolate Cake
    w/ milk & dark chocolate; infused w/ coffee, layered w/ ganache, coated w/ glaze & garnished w/ edible gold leaves; looks good
  • Dry-Aged Steakburger
    dry-aged for 28 days; w/ cheddar, horseradish cream, frizzled onions; looks good
  • Grilled Lamb Burger
    cucumber, feta, harissa, sesame seed bun
  • "The Duke"
    10 oz. Rib eye filet; trimmed fat is rendered separately & used to create "beef butter" used to baste steak before & during broiling
 4.0 out of 5
1690 ratings		 #5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Steak); est. 2014; "an updated take on the classic steakhouse & features nearly 2 dozen different cuts of beef sourced from the finest butchers across the globe" (from its website)
Sal's Ristorante & Pizzeria ($)
(72 ratings)

205 L St Map It!
Boston, MA 02127
(617) 268-5800
www.salsofsouthie.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Boston"
  • Arancini
    house specialty; deep-fried Sicilian rice balls stuffed w/ mozzarella, meat sauce & peas; topped w/ marinara sauce; Jeff also got a side of 3 homemade meatballs; looks good
 3.5 out of 5
72 ratings		 since 1986; "A Touch of Sicily in Southie" (South Boston)
Scatchell's Beef & Pizza ($)
(143 ratings)

4700 W Cermak Rd Map It!
Cicero, IL 60804
(708) 656-0911
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Chicago"
  • Italian Beef Sandwich
    bread shipped from D'amato's Bakery; topped w/ homemade jardiniere sauce; Jeff got sweet & hot & dipped in au jus
 3.0 out of 5
143 ratings		 since 1953; Italian beef sandwich stand; cash only
Sonora Grill ($$)
(307 ratings)

3300 E Lake St Map It!
Minneapolis, MN 55406
(612) 722-2500
www.sonoragrillmpls.com
As Seen On:
$24 in 24, Episode: "Minneapolis"
  • Sonoran Hot Dog
    homemade pork sausage, wrapped in bacon & fried on flat top; served in brioche bun & topped w/ turkey chorizo, grilled onions, chimichurri (parsley, garlic & herb sauce), chopped tomatoes, cilantro aioli; Jeff also got a side of eggplant fries (comes w/ chimichurri aioli dipping sauce); looks good
 4.0 out of 5
307 ratings		 infusion of Spanish & South American flavors; moved from original airing location (920 E Lake St)
Spoon and Stable ($$$)
(1253 ratings)

211 N 1st St Map It!
Minneapolis, MN 55401
(612) 224-9850
www.spoonandstable.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Big Cheese"
  • Cheese Curd Stuffed Bratwurst
    smoked pheasant bratwurst, cheese curds, fennel & green apple slaw, yellow mustard
 4.5 out of 5
1253 ratings		 opened in 2014; vintage stables converted into a French-inspired restaurant
Jeff Mauro (bio)   (56 restaurants)    
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