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Gabino's CreperieSee Gabino's Creperie Video ($$)
(273 ratings)

170 E Palm Canyon Dr Map It!
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 808-8150
www.gabinos-creperie.com
  • BBQ Chicken Crepe
    chicken, artisan lettuce, cherry tomato, corn, crispy onions, BBQ Sauce, Mama G's secret sauce (mild); "that gives me goosebumps...OUT OF BOUNDS!...this is what I call a destination dish" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Cheesesteak Crepe
    looks good
5.0 out of 5
273 ratings
hole-in-the-wall joint tucked in an alley serving non-traditional savory crepes
Seiad Valley Store & Cafe ($)
(14 ratings)

44721 State Hwy 96 Map It!
Seiad Valley, CA 96086
(530) 496-3360
  • Pancake Challenge
    5-lb stack of pancakes
5.0 out of 5
14 ratings
#3 (World's Best Places to Pig Out)
24th Street CafeSee 24th Street Cafe Video ($$)
(1285 ratings)

1415 24th St Map It!
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 323-8801
24thstreetcafe.com
  • Texas Chili
    ground top sirloin & chuck w/ spices, plus tomato sauce, baked & topped w/ cheese & onions; "some of the best [chili on Triple-D]" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pumpkin Pancakes
    topped w/ pecan-brown sugar-butter; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1285 ratings
est. 1987; institution in old-school diner serving scratch-made comfort food; "A happy place for hungry people!" (from its website)
Al-Noor ($$)
(1165 ratings)

15112 Inglewood Ave Map It!
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 675-4700
www.alnoor-restaurant.net
  • Garlic Naan
4.5 out of 5
1165 ratings
opened in 1998; vow to only use the finest ingredients and prepare each dish with an infusion of passion and creativity; all dishes are made from scratch
AlforonSee Alforon Video ($$)
(1712 ratings)

5965 El Cajon Blvd Map It!
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 269-9904
www.alforon.com
  • Ouzi Lamb
    braised lamb served on Ouzi rice & almond slivers w/ side of homemade yogurt; looks good!
  • Soujouk Flatbread
    flatbread topped w/ minced meat & melted cheese; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1712 ratings
since 2010; serving authentic Old Country style Lebanese comfort food
Annex Kitchen ($$$)
(1506 ratings)

2257 W Shaw Ave Map It!
Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 248-8512
annexkitchenfresno.com
  • Sweet Corn Agnolotti
    fresh pasta stuffed w/ corn & mascarpone filling; cooked w/ butter & chives, topped w/ Parmigiano Reggiano; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
1506 ratings
rustic Italian cuisine specializing in handmade pasta, wood fired pizza & wood grilled meats, served in a casual contemporary atmosphere
Azla [CLOSED] ($)
(449 ratings)

4309 Leimert Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90008
(323) 596-3028
  • Churro Wot
    family favorite; recommend w/ Gomen (kale, collards, garlic)
  • Misir Wot
    red lentils & spicy berbere; traditionally eaten w/ Injera (Ethiopian bread) which is optional; looks good
4.5 out of 5
449 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2013; serving vegan Ethiopian cuisine; "I've been to a lot of vegetarian restaurants, but--without question--this is one of the best" -Guy Fieri
Bauer's 66 1/2 [CLOSED]See Bauer's 66 1/2 Video ($$)
(545 ratings)

1700 Mchenry Ave Map It!
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 985-1199
  • Lamburgerini
    lamb burger char-broiled; topped w/ mushrooms, bacon, gorgonzola, spicy thousand islands dressing, lemon aioli; looks good
  • Octavian Sandwich
    braised shredded alcatra (Portuguese pot roast), homemade smoked linguica (Portuguese sausage), pulled pork served on sub roll; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
545 ratings
[CLOSED]; opend in 2009; serving Portuguese German-inspired cuisine; Other Recipes: Brazilian Cheese Bread
Bavel ($$$)
(2202 ratings)

500 Mateo St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 232-4966
baveldtla.com
  • Grilled Lamb Saddle Chop
    marinade of yogurt, licorice powder (key ingredient), lime & garlic; grilled & topped w/ licorice oil, almonds & herb salad; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2202 ratings
opened in 2018; Middle Eastern restaurant known for its hummus & downtown vibe
Belly & Snout [CLOSED] ($)
(225 ratings)

974 S Western Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
  • Oxtail Chili Tater Tots
    looks good
  • Pork Adobo Sandwich
    grilled cheese sandwich w/ pork, garlic crema, green onion, red radish; looks good
  • Sisig Hot Dog
    hot dog w/ ground pork belly, pork snout, red onion, garlic crema, chicharrona, fried egg, green onion
4.5 out of 5
225 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2014; in Koreatown; Other Recipes: Oxtail Chili
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sugar Rush"
  • Sam's Sundae
4.5 out of 5
10078 ratings
strive to use local, organic ingredients when available; made from Straus Family organic dairy products; tastes are served on metal spoons saving over 500,000 plastic spoons from filling landfills every year
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Best Drink"
  • Kyoto Iced Coffee
    takes 12 hours to make
4.5 out of 5
1734 ratings
vow: sells coffee less than 48 hours out of the roaster to customers
Blue Owl ($$)
(640 ratings)

5 W Canon Perdido St Map It!
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 705-0991
www.theblueowlsb.com
  • Chicken Fried Rice
    fried rice, shredded chicken, green & purple cabbage, Thai basil, cilantro, secret sauce; topped w/ green onions, cilantro, sprouts & chili paste; contains shellfish; looks good
  • Nam Toc Burrito
    tri-tip, shallots, cilantro, peanuts, fried-rice, chili sauce, mint, Thai basil, kaffir leaves, lime, fish sauce, wrapped in a tortilla; contains shellfish; looks good
4.5 out of 5
640 ratings
fusion style cafe serving craft sandwiches, refreshing salads & creative appetizers in a welcoming atmosphere; guest appearance: celebrity chef Marc Summers
Bossie's Kitchen ($$)
(159 ratings)

901 N Milpas St Map It!
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
(805) 770-1700
www.bossieskitchen.com
  • Chicken Pot Pie
    available only on Wednesdays; "that's one of the best pot pies I've had in a really long time" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Lemongrass Thai Curry
    grilled shrimp, lemongrass curry, jasmine rice, bok choy, mint, cilantro, peanuts; available only on Thursdays; looks good
4.5 out of 5
159 ratings
opened in 2019; wife-wife team doing American comfort food their way; big cow statue on the roof unfortunately fell in 2020
Braise & Crumble Cafe [CLOSED] ($$)
(816 ratings)

40 N Mentor Ave Map It!
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 460-8600
  • Fried Chicken Po'Boy
    kettle fried chicken nuggets on a bun w/ mayo & dijon mustard, Sriracha lime aioli, arugula, pickles, Roma tomatoes & pickled onions
4.5 out of 5
816 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2014; specializes in slow-braised meats, pulled pork, short ribs, fried chicken, chili, stews & fruit pies
Brent's Deli & RestaurantSee Brent's Deli & Restaurant Video ($$)
(2899 ratings)

19565 Parthenia St Map It!
Northridge, CA 91324
(818) 886-5679
www.brentsdeli.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "At a Deli"
  • Corned Beef Sandwich
    looks good
4.5 out of 5
2899 ratings
  • Wild Mushroom Cobbler
    best seller; appetizer: shitake, crimini & oyster mushrooms in a savory reduced cream, baked in the wood-fired oven w/ cheesy biscuit atop; looks good
  • Wood-Oven Roasted Oysters
    local kumamotos w/ a roasted onion & smoked chili beurre blanc; "some of the best oysters I've ever had" -Guy Fieri
4.5 out of 5
951 ratings
opened in 2010; specialize in brick oven pizza; Other Recipes: Roasted Onion & Smoked Chile Oyster Sauce
Cafe Rolle [CLOSED] ($$)
(1221 ratings)

5357 H St Map It!
Sacramento, CA 95819
(916) 455-9140
  • Chicken Pate w/ Goat Cheese
  • Lentil Salad w/ Prawns
    prawns marinated in marinated in olive oil, garlic and herbs
4.5 out of 5
1221 ratings
[CLOSED]; like a Paris bistro w/ chef from Paris; French food at a decent price; Other Recipes: Quiche Lorraine
Cake Monkey BakerySee Cake Monkey Bakery Video ($$)
(378 ratings)

7807 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 932-1142
www.cakemonkey.com
  • Peanut Butter El Rollo
    chocolate cake rolled up w/ housemade peanut buttercream & coated w/ bittersweet Belgian chocolate; looks good
4.5 out of 5
378 ratings
est. 2008; pastry shop specializing in retro treats & miniature cakes, plus pies, cookies & scones
  • Patty Melt
    house-ground premium beef patty w/ cheddar or Swiss & grilled onions; served on toasted rye w/ side of mustardy mayo & pickles; extra crispy cheese "wings" (key "ingredient"); looks good
4.5 out of 5
1829 ratings
est 1948 & became an iconic lunch counter; now w/ classic 50s breakfast menu, coffee bar, housemade sodas & full bar
Catelli'sSee Catelli's Video ($$)
(918 ratings)

21047 Geyserville Ave Map It!
Geyserville, CA 95441
(707) 857-3471
www.mycatellis.com
  • Catellis Ravioli
    meat or cheese filling with butter garlic, Domenica's sauce or meat sauce; Guy had meat filling w/ Domenica's (butter-garlic) sauce; "this is one of the best raviolis I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Meatball Sliders
    in tomato sauce; cooked to order; looks good
4.5 out of 5
918 ratings
family-owned originally opened in 1935, closed in 1991 and re-opened in 2010; Chef Domenica Catelli is a recurring judge on Iron Chef America, a guest on CBS News and Oprah and Friends, with Dr. Oz on XM radio, an expert for WebMD.com and has been featured in Southern Living Magazine, WebMD magazine and Oprah.com; brother Nicholas Catelli used to work in Guy Fieri's restaurants
  • "The Whole Hog" Sandwich
    bacon, sausage & pork; everything including bun is made in-house; "this is high-level bbq" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pineapple Express
    sandwich w/ homemade pastrami, coleslaw, smoked golden pineapple ring, sriracha mayo on homemade bun; "it's outstanding" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
29 ratings
since 2003; BBQ truck; "passion-based cooking" (from its website); classically trained chef w/ over 40 yrs experience; opened only 2 days per week
  • Longaniza Asada
    house made chorizo smoked over mesquite embers; served w/ sliced avocado, roasted tomato sauce, roasted onions & tortillas
  • Panuchos
    crispy fried corn tortilla split & filled w/ black bean puree topped w/ lettuce, shredded turkey, pickled red onions & a slice of avocado; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1389 ratings
opened in 2001; family owned & operated restaurant specializing in Yucatecan food, maintaining the authentic flavor of this original Southeast Mexican Cuisine
Chula Artisan EaterySee Chula Artisan Eatery Video ($$)
(476 ratings)

47150 Washington St Map It!
La Quinta, CA 92253
(760) 227-6616
www.chulaeatery.com
  • Green Chile Monte Cristo
    beer battered flash fried flour tortilla, jack cheese, green onion, applewood smoked bacon, housemade strawberry jam, farm greens roasted anaheim chiles; looks good
  • Mom's Chilaquiles
    pork, chicken, or vegetables, corn chips, red or green house salsa, sweet onion, queso fresco, avocado, poached egg, micro-greens, onion jam, scallions; looks good
4.5 out of 5
476 ratings
est. 2017; farm-to-table restaurant & bakery w/ from-scratch menu featuring vegetarian options
Chuy's Taco Shop ($)
(889 ratings)

6663 El Cajon Blvd Map It!
San Diego, CA 92115
(619) 469-7777
chuystacoshopsandiego.myb...
  • Chuy Burrito
    carnitas, chili relleno, pico de gallo, guacamole sauce in burrito; looks good
  • Shrimp a la Diabla
    shrimp in (hot) Diabla sauce; served w/ rice, beans
4.5 out of 5
889 ratings
husband-and-wife team who saved to buy a house & opened the taco shop instead; serving authentic Mexican cuisine from family recipes
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