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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Horseshoe Hill Cafe [CLOSED] ($$)
(380 ratings)

204 W Exchange Ave Map It!
Fort Worth, TX 76164
(817) 882-6405
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Big Cheese"
  • Dip & Chips
    loaded queso w/ taco meat, guacamole, sour cream & pico de gallo; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
380 ratings		 [CLOSED]; est. 2015; cowboy themed restaurant known for authentic Southern-style cooking
Howlin' Ray's ($$)
(7699 ratings)

727 N Broadway Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 935-8399
howlinrays.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Worth the Wait"
  • Hot Chicken
    whole Nashville hot chicken wings; served w/ pickles & bread; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
7699 ratings		 est 2016; started as a food truck by Johnny Ray Zone; long lines
Ice & Vice [CLOSED] ($$)
(731 ratings)

221 E Broadway Map It!
New York, NY 10002
(646) 678-3687
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New Deli Done Right"
  • Black & White Everything Sammie
    house ice cream sandwiched in homemade black & white cookies, rolled in everything bagel seasoning; "all the best parts of a NY deli in one bite!" -Elena Besser
 4.5 out of 5
731 ratings		 [CLOSED]; est. 2015; specializes in experimental, handcrafted ice cream, frozen yogurt & sorbet
Ice Cream SmugglerSee Ice Cream Smuggler Video ($)
(154 ratings)

1555 Rte 6A Map It!
South Dennis, MA 02660
(508) 385-5307
icecreamsmuggler.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Ice Creamy"
  • Hot Fudge Sundae
 4.5 out of 5
154 ratings		 opened in 1978; local institution; on Cape Cod
Inotheke [CLOSED]See Inotheke Video ($$)
(255 ratings)

606 Broadway Map It!
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-3366
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Layers of Goodness"
  • Moussaka
    roasted vegetables, meat sauce, herbs & bechamel sauce, layered & baked
 4.5 out of 5
255 ratings		 [CLOSED]; est. 2016; modern Greek cuisine from classic ingredients
Jacques-Imo's CafeSee Jacques-Imo's Cafe Video ($$)
(2674 ratings)

8324 Oak St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-0886
www.jacquesimoscafe.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Appetizers"
Fried Chicken Paradise
  • Shrimp & Alligator Sausage Cheesecake
    salty (not sweet) cheesecake topped in creole sauce; looks good
  • Fried Chicken Plate
    crispy crust; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
2674 ratings		 since 1996; quirky (fun) decor & party atmosphere; long lines (wait up to two hours nightly); eclectic mix of Creole and Cajun specialties
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams ($$)
(430 ratings)

59 Spruce St Map It!
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 228-9960
jenis.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Hot & Spicy"
  • Queen City Cayenne Ice Cream
 4.5 out of 5
430 ratings		 you can mail order
Ji Rong Peking DuckSee Ji Rong Peking Duck Video ($$)
(1789 ratings)

8450 Valley Blvd Map It!
Rosemead, CA 91770
(626) 280-8600
www.jirongpekingduck.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Special Occasion"
  • Peking Duck
    served w/ crispy duck skin, hoisin duck sauce, onions, cucumber & thin pancakes to wrap; "best Peking duck I've ever had. Ever!" -Katie Pix; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1789 ratings		 Chinese eatery offering roasted duck, kung pao chicken & other classics, plus lunch specials
Joe's Kansas City BBQSee Joe's Kansas City BBQ Video ($$)
(4725 ratings)

3002 W 47th Ave Map It!
Kansas City, KS 66103
(913) 722-3366
www.joeskc.com
As Seen On:
Barbecue ParadiseBBQ Crawl, Episode: "Missouri Competition"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Genuine Legends"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Kansas City"
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best BBQ"
  • BBQ
  • Z-Man Sandwich
    slow-smoked beef brisket, smoked provolone cheese topped w/ 2 onion rings on a toasted Kaiser bun; "my favorite BBQ sandwich anywhere in the world"-Danielle Dimovski; looks good
  • Carolina Pork Sandwich
    house specialty; pulled pork served on a toasted bun, w/ spicy cole slaw & Bubba's sauce; looks good
  • Beef Brisket
    top-seller; looks good
  • Burnt Ends
    "one of the best BBQs I've come across"; looks good; only served 3 days/week (check website menu)
  • Ribs
 4.5 out of 5
4725 ratings		 #5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best BBQ); opened in 1996 after multiple competition awards & catering jobs; in gas station w/ liquor store next door; voted best BBQ by readers of USA TODAY & 10Best (from its website); long lines; also known as Oklahoma Joe's BBQ
Joy ($$)
(1668 ratings)

5100 York Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90042
(323) 999-7642
www.joyonyork.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Layers of Goodness"
  • Thousand Layer Pancake
    rolled & flattened dough, grilled & filled w/ scallions, Thai basil, egg & cheese; topped w/ spices & garlic chili paste
 4.5 out of 5
1668 ratings		 opened in 2018; modern neighborhood eatery serving Taiwanese classics w/ a twist
Kanella South [CLOSED]See Kanella South Video ($$)
(259 ratings)

757 S Front St Map It!
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 644-8949
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Salty Goodness"
  • Cyprus Breakfast
 4.5 out of 5
259 ratings		 [CLOSED]; Greek food with a hint of Turkey, France, Italy, England and the Middle East; moved from original airing location (1001 Spruce St)
Ken's Artisan Bakery ($)
(934 ratings)

338 NW 21st Ave Map It!
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 248-2202
kensartisan.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Buttered Up"
  • Butter Croissant
    award-winning dish; house made & flakey; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
934 ratings		 opened in 2001; recognized by numerous publications; offers French bistro menu & fresh baked goods
Kilwin's ($$)
(106 ratings)

405 Main St Map It!
Franklin, TN 37064
(615) 472-1244
www.kilwins.com/stores/ki...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Dipped"
  • Caramel Pecan Apple
    Granny Smith apple dunked in hand-crafted copper-kettle caramel & rolled in pecans; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
106 ratings		 est. 1947; old fashioned sweets shop w/ chocolates, ice cream & handmade confections; over 140 franchised locations in 25 states east of the Rockies
King's Chef Diner ($$)
(148 ratings)

110 E Costilla St Map It!
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
(719) 634-9135
kingschefdiner.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "I'll Have What They're Having"
  • Green Chili Breakfast Burrito
    grilled flour tortilla w/ hash browns, scrambled eggs, pork sausage & onion mix, jack & cheddar cheese; topped w/ green chili salsa; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
148 ratings		 casual, cash-only landmark diner since the 1950s w/ acclaimed green chili
L'Artusi ($$$)
(2425 ratings)

228 W 10th St Map It!
New York, NY 10014
(212) 255-5757
www.lartusi.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On A Date"
  • Spaghetti with Breadcrumbs
    tossed in butter, garlic, green chilies, Parmesan & breadcrumbs
 4.5 out of 5
2425 ratings		 opened in 2008; "a modern take on traditional Italian cuisine, combining comfort & creativity" (from its website)
L'Atelier de Joel RobuchonSee L'Atelier de Joel Robuchon Video ($$$$)
(1230 ratings)

3799 Las Vegas Blvd S Map It!
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 891-7358
www.mgmgrand.com/restaura...
As Seen On:
All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Magical Combos"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Las Vegas"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Thanksgiving"
  • Roasted Quail w/ Pomme Puree
    caramelized free-range quail stuffed w/ foie gras; served w/ aerated mashed potatoes topped w/ shaved truffles; looks good
  • La Langoustine
    Langoustine is like a cross of a small lobster and and shrimp (crawfish-sized); just 2-3 bites; "of all the things I've eaten in Vegas, the one thing I come back to and crave time and again is la langoustine (at L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon)"-Gail Simmons
 4.5 out of 5
1230 ratings		 est. 2010; located in MGM Grand Resort & Casino; 12 locations; gourmet French tapas & tasting menu w/ unique counter service preparation; "Joël Robuchon is grand master of French cooking"-Gail Simmons
la Barbecue ($$)
(2911 ratings)

2401 E Cesar Chavez Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 605-9696
labarbecue.com
As Seen On:
BBQ Crawl, Episode: "Texas Competition"
BBQ Paradise 2-Another RackBest Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Worth the Wait"
  • Beef Brisket
    moist brisket; looks good; smoked/cooked in post-oak wood for 8 hrs; looks good
  • Beef Rib
    large rib
 4.5 out of 5
2911 ratings		 formerly JMueller BBQ at airing; one of Danielle's personal favorites; long lines (sells out quickly); live music on Saturdays & Sundays; had to shut down temporarily in 2006...sold smokers to competitor Aaron Franklin...now a heated competitor; long lines
Langer's DeliSee Langer's Deli Video ($$)
(4491 ratings)

704 S Alvarado St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90057
(213) 483-8050
www.langersdeli.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Between Bread"
  • #19 - Pastrami Sandwich
    thick-cut pastrami complemented by a slice of Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and homemade cole slaw; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
4491 ratings		 opened in 1947; started as a 12-stool lunch counter, now can seat 135 patrons; local and international icon; located diagonally across MacArthur Park
Larder Delicatessen and BakerySee Larder Delicatessen and Bakery Video ($$)
(160 ratings)

1455 W 29th St Map It!
Cleveland, OH 44113
(216) 912-8203
larderdb.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New Deli Done Right"
  • Matzo Mac 'N' Cheese
    matzo spaetzle "pasta" w/ cheese sauce; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
160 ratings		 located in the Ohio City Firehouse; "Eastern European delicatessen & bakery w/ Jewish deli roots" (from its website); named "Best Deli in America" by Michelin starred chef Daniel Boulud (from its website)
Le BernardinSee Le Bernardin Video ($$$$)
(2977 ratings)

155 W 51st St Map It!
New York, NY 10019
(212) 554-1515
www.le-bernardin.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Crunchy"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Genuine Legends"
  • Crispy Black Bass
    looks good
  • Scallops
    in Dashi brown Bonito butter sauce; served on a scallop shell
 4.5 out of 5
2977 ratings		 James Beard Award winner (2003); executive chef: Eric Ripert
Leoda's Kitchen and Pie Shop ($$)
(3760 ratings)

820 Olowalu Village Rd Map It!
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 662-3600
www.leodas.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Life Changers"
  • Olowalu Lime Pie
    tart key lime pie w/ flakey crust; topped w/ whipped cream
 4.5 out of 5
3760 ratings		 counter-serve cafe featuring farm-fresh American eats & handmade baked goods
Leonard's BakerySee Leonard's Bakery Video ($)
(779 ratings)

94-849 Lumiaina St Map It!
Waipahu, HI 96797
(808) 732-2133
www.leonardshawaii.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Street Food"
  • Malasasas w/ Haupia Filling
    Portuquese confection...sort of like a doughnut without the hole rolled in cinnamon and sugar and filled w/ Hawaiian coconut pudding; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
779 ratings		 mobile truck selling bakery items; original store (Leonard's Bakery) est. in 1952
Leroy and Lewis Barbecue ($$)
(308 ratings)

121 Pickle Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 945-9882
leroyandlewisbbq.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On Wheels"
  • "Barbacado"
    half avocado, stuffed w/ smoked barbacoa & topped w/ diced white onion, jalapeño salsa, queso fresco & cilantro
 4.5 out of 5
308 ratings		 est. 2017; inventive barbecue food truck & catering service featuring locally sourced meats; "new school barbecue" (from its website)
Les Madeleines Cafe [CLOSED]See Les Madeleines Cafe Video ($$)
(441 ratings)

216 E 500 S Map It!
Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 673-8340
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Salty Goodness"
  • Kouing Aman
    house specialty; sweet & salty, buttery, & flaky pastry...a dessert-version of a croissant; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
441 ratings		 [CLOSED]
Levain BakerySee Levain Bakery Video ($$)
(9703 ratings)

167 W 74th St Map It!
New York, NY 10023
(212) 874-6080
www.levainbakery.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Chocolate"
Throwdown With Bobby Flay, Episode: "Chocolate Chip Cookies"
  • Dark Chocolate Chocolate Chip Cookie
    owners' personal favorite cookie; crunchy on the outside & gooey in the inside; "truly life-altering"-Rocco Dispirito; looks good!
  • Chocolate Chip Cookies
    large & thick cookie (6 oz. each); looks good!
 4.5 out of 5
9703 ratings		 Throwdown: Bobby Flay lost [Bobby's recipe]; opened in 1995; business mission: bake everything fresh and on site each day and to donate the day's leftovers to charity each night
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