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Best Thing I Ever Ate

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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Millburn DeliSee Millburn Deli Video ($$)
(779 ratings)

328 Millburn Ave Map It!
Millburn, NJ 07041
(973) 379-5800
www.millburndeli.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sandwich Hall of Fame"
  • The Friday Special
    3-slice sandwich of rye bread, lettuce, house-made egg & tuna salads, w/ Russian dressing & sliced pickles
 4.5 out of 5
779 ratings		 est. 1946; sandwich shop offering classic favorites & unique creations; famous for "stacked" sandwiches
minibar by Jose AndresSee minibar by Jose Andres Video ($$$$)
(396 ratings)

855 E St NW Map It!
Washington, DC 20004
(202) 393-0812
www.minibarbyjoseandres.c...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On a Stick"
  • Insalata Caprese Injection
    one bite: one cherry tomato pierced by pipette that has blended mozzarella and extra virgin olive oil
 4.5 out of 5
396 ratings		 6-seat bar that offers tasting menu; one of Jose Andres' restaurant
MiyakeSee Miyake Video ($$$)
(424 ratings)

468 Fore St Map It!
Portland, ME 04101
(207) 871-9170
restaurantmiyake.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "In a Bowl"
  • Mushroom Miso Soup
 4.5 out of 5
424 ratings
ModernSee Modern Video ($$$$)
(1199 ratings)

9 W 53rd St Map It!
New York, NY 10019
(212) 333-1220
www.themodernnyc.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Totally Unexpected"
  • Liverwurst
 4.5 out of 5
1199 ratings
Mr PolloSee Mr Pollo Video ($$)
(609 ratings)

2823 Mission St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94110
(860) 912-9168
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bang for the Buck"
  • $15 Chef's Tasting Menu
    four courses; varies depending what chef gets at market
 4.5 out of 5
609 ratings		 chef takes order, cooks and does the dishes
Mrs. Wilkes' Dining RoomSee Mrs. Wilkes' Dining Room Video ($$)
(1597 ratings)

107 W Jones St Map It!
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 232-5997
www.mrswilkes.com
As Seen On:
101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 101-81"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Fried Chicken"
  • Fried Chicken
    secret is "The Love"; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1597 ratings		 #83 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); opened in 1943; long lines; fixed price...sit down and food comes to you; in historic downtown (tree-lined streets)
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
Nong's Khao Man Gai ($$)
(2222 ratings)

609 Se Ankeny St Map It!
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 740-2907
khaomangai.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Worth the Wait"
  • Chicken and Rice
    poached Mary's chicken w/ rice simmered in chicken stock & Thai herbs; served w/ light sauce & sauce of ginger, garlic, & soybeans; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
2222 ratings		 started as a food cart in 2009 by Nong Poonsukwattana
O YaSee O Ya Video ($$$$)
(807 ratings)

9 East St Pl Map It!
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 654-9900
oyarestaurantboston.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "New England"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sliced"
  • Grilled Sashimi of Mushrooms
    grilled slices of shiitake & king oyster mushrooms; served w/ rosemary garlic oil, sesame froth; "when people ask me of the amazing things I've eaten around the country, it always comes to mind instantly" -Frank Bruni; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
807 ratings		 serving innovative & refined sushi along w/ other small plates
Odd DuckSee Odd Duck Video ($$$)
(2219 ratings)

1201 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 433-6521
oddduckaustin.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Street Food"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Deep-Fried Sweet Tooth"
  • Pork Belly Slider
    pork belly brined overnight, spiced and let sit for 12 hours, then charred and grilled; prepared in mini buns w/ mayo, tomato, arugula and a speared pickle; looks good
  • Lamb Meatloaf Sandwich
    topped w/ homemade potato salad, chile mayo, greens & potato chips in the sandwich; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
2219 ratings		 est. 2009; started in a trailer; formerly Odd Duck Farm To Trailer (at airing)...moved from 1219 S Lamar Blvd location
Ola RestaurantSee Ola Restaurant Video ($$)
(1058 ratings)

2360 Collins Ave Map It!
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 695-9125
www.olamiami.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Chilled Perfection"
  • Fire and Ice Ceviche
    Cobia marinated in sour orange, red onion, cilantro, jalapeno, over Asian pear granite
 4.5 out of 5
1058 ratings
Old Country StoreSee Old Country Store Video ($$)
(130 ratings)

18801 Hwy 61 Map It!
Lorman, MS 39096
(601) 437-3661
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Fried Chicken"
  • Fried Chicken
    Dr. D's uses secret seasoning "shake" (his grandmother's recipe); "crunchitude...in honesty, this is the best fried chicken I've ever had in my life"-Alton Brown; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
130 ratings
Olde Pink HouseSee Olde Pink House Video ($$$)
(5988 ratings)

23 Abercorn St Map It!
Savannah, GA 31401
(912) 232-4286
www.plantersinnsavannah.c...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sliced"
  • BLT Salad w/ Fried Green Tomatoes
    looks good
 4.5 out of 5
5988 ratings		 old Southern-style house atmosphere
Oleana RestaurantSee Oleana Restaurant Video ($$$)
(1793 ratings)

134 Hampshire St Map It!
Cambridge, MA 02139
(617) 661-0505
www.oleanarestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bird Is the Word"
  • Misty Knoll Flattened Lemon Chicken
    w/ Za'atar & Turkish cheese pancake; combines flavor of roast chicken w/ Mediterranean cooking; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1793 ratings		 opened in 2001; award-winning patio with a fountain, herb garden and fig tree
Olneyville New York SystemSee Olneyville New York System Video ($)
(535 ratings)

18 Plainfield St Map It!
Providence, RI 02909
(401) 621-9500
www.olneyvillenysystem.co...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Regional Favorites"
Man v. Food Nation, Episode: "Providence"
  • Hot Wieners
    "best hot dogs I've ever ate"-Guy Fieri; topped w/ mustard, onion, meat-cream sauce
  • Hot Wiener Challenge
    challenge: 15 fully loaded wiener dogs in 45 minutes; at airing, only 1 person has won; each wiener is topped with mustard, homemade meat sauce, onion, celery salt and all served on a steamed bun; looks good; Connor McQuade (local rugby player) lost
 4.5 out of 5
535 ratings		 est. in 1946; beef, pork & veal blend wieners are cut to traditional bun-size from 3-foot links called "ropes"; line up buns up the arm; no sauerkraut
Parkway Bakery & TavernSee Parkway Bakery & Tavern Video ($$)
(2511 ratings)

538 Hagan Ave Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 482-3047
www.parkwaybakeryandtaver...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Thanksgiving"
Food Wars, Episode: "New Orleans: Po-Boy"
  • Thanksgiving Po'Boy
    turkey, stuffing, gravy & cranberries on French bread; looks good
  • Po' Boy
 4.5 out of 5
2511 ratings		 Food War: Domilise's vs. Parkway... Domilise's won (3-votes-to-2); est. 1911; recognized by USA Today as serving the "Best Po'boy in Louisiana" (from its website)
Patrizi's ($$)
(1000 ratings)

2307 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 522-4834
www.patrizis.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Pasta Perfection"
  • Pomodoro w/ a Meatball
    beef & pork meatball w/ breadcrumbs, house red sauce, handmade pasta, garlic confit, butter, house farm cheese & basil; "truly done to the nines" -Ali Khan
 4.5 out of 5
1000 ratings		 est. 1948; family run food truck serving scratch-made classic Italian food
Payne's BBQSee Payne's BBQ Video ($)
(326 ratings)

1762 Lamar Ave Map It!
Memphis, TN 38114
(901) 272-1523
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Last Supper"
  • Chopped Pork BBQ Sandwich
    looks good
 4.5 out of 5
326 ratings
Peninsula GrillSee Peninsula Grill Video ($$$$)
(606 ratings)

112 N Market St Map It!
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 723-0700
www.peninsulagrill.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Livin' Large"
  • The Ultimate Coconut Cake
    top seller; w/ coconut anglaise & strawberries, topped w/ cream cheese frosting & toasted coconut; "I dream about this cake!" -Maneet Chauhan
 4.5 out of 5
606 ratings		 est. 1997; fine dining restaurant serving elevated Southern fare
Perly'sSee Perly's Video ($$)
(1443 ratings)

111 E Grace St Map It!
Richmond, VA 23219
(804) 912-1560
www.perlysrichmond.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Bold Brunch"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Cruisin' Capital Cities"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Richmond, VA"
  • "Benny Goodman"
    2 potato latkes topped w/ smoked salmon, poached eggs, dill hollandaise & salmon roe, served w/ sour cream, mixed green salad & challah bread; "totally blew my mind!" -Fanny Slater; eggs Benedict dish w/ 2 potato latkes, smoked salmon, poached eggs, dill hollandaise & salmon roe; looks good
  • Jewish Egg Rolls
    filled w/ chopped corned beef, kishka & sauerkraut; served w/ honey mustard schmaltz & amba sauce; looks good
  • Potato & Duck Pierogies
    dumplings stuffed w/ duck confit & potatoes; served in sauteed mushroom & onion sauce
 4.5 out of 5
1443 ratings		 originally est. 1961; re-opened in 2014 after closure in 2013 following more than 50 years in business; modern take on a Jewish inspired deli
Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop ($)
(1633 ratings)

727 Manhattan Ave Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11222
(718) 389-3676
www.peterpandonuts.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Decadent Donuts"
  • Apple Crumb Donut
    homemade diced apple pie filling, topped w/ streusel crumbs; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1633 ratings		 est. 1953; family-owned & operated bakery known for pastries, donuts, shakes & egg creams
Pig & Pint ($$)
(1061 ratings)

3139 N State St Map It!
Jackson, MS 39216
(601) 326-6070
pigandpint.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Stretchy Pants Required"
  • Cola Glazed Ribs
    top seller; house smoked baby back ribs w/ homemade Pepsi-cola glaze, served w/ toast & 2 sides; "they have perfected the smoked rib" -Kardea Brown
 4.5 out of 5
1061 ratings		 opened in 2014; award winning barbecue restaurant featuring global takes on Southern favorites & an extensive craft beer list
PinPoint Restaurant ($$)
(351 ratings)

114 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 769-2972
pinpointrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Life Changers"
  • Catfish & Grits
    catfish brined & cold-smoked, pressed in corn meal & fried; served on grits & vegetables; topped w/ green tomato slaw & lemon-brown butter
 4.5 out of 5
351 ratings		 locally sourced New American meals, including many seafood dishes
Pisillo Italian Panini ($$)
(727 ratings)

97 Nassau St Map It!
New York, NY 10038
(212) 227-3104
www.pisillopanini.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sandwich Hall of Fame"
  • Pisillo Panini
    prosciutto di parma, porchetta, bufala mozzarella, roasted peppers, arugula, balsamic dressing; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
727 ratings		 opened in 2013; jumbo Italian sandwiches made w/ imported meats & cheeses
Pizzeria Toro ($$)
(965 ratings)

105 E Chapel Hill St Map It!
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 908-6936
www.pizzeriatoro.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Fried and Gone to Heaven"
  • Crispy Pig Ears
    strips of dredged & fried pig ears on a bed of seasonal fruit mostarda w/ white whine & spices; "it has it all!" -Pati Jinich; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
965 ratings		 opened in 2012; modern pizza parlor w/ wood fired pies, Italian wines, beers & cocktails
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