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1 PicoSee 1 Pico Video ($$$)
(358 ratings)

1 Pico Blvd Map It!
Santa Monica, CA 90405
(310) 587-1717
www.shuttersonthebeach.co...
  • Salted Caramel Sundae
3.5 out of 5
358 ratings
perched above the beach w/ scenic views
24th Street CafeSee 24th Street Cafe Video ($$)
(1331 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
1331 ratings
est. 1987; institution in old-school diner serving scratch-made comfort food; "A happy place for hungry people!" (from its website)
900 GraysonSee 900 Grayson Video ($$)
(2270 ratings)

900 Grayson St Map It!
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 704-9900
www.900grayson.com
     
4.0 out of 5
2270 ratings
A-Frame [CLOSED] ($$)
(1958 ratings)

12565 Washington Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90066
(310) 398-7700
  • Cracklin Beer Can Chicken
    blending of Korean beer house and Peruian chicken; chicken brined overnight, put in rotisserie, cooled then deep fried to get crispy skin; served w/ kimchi, century egg, salsa roja and verde; "to get your hands dirty" (on menu); looks good
3.5 out of 5
1958 ratings
[CLOSED]; contemporary mess hall; same chef as Kogi Truck
Adam's Grub Truck ($$)
(388 ratings)

1465 Carroll Ave Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94124
(415) 648-8881
adamsgrubtruck.com
  • Adam Bomb
    6-lb sandwich w/ fried chicken, pulled pork, jalapenos, eggs, SPAM & bacon served between two grilled cheese sandwich buns; served /w chicken nugget as a garnish; if you can finish in 30 minutes, it's free
  • Double Dragon Burger
    named for classic video game; fried chicken topped w/ "drunken" pulled pork, hoisin BBQ sauce, muenster cheese, fried egg, Asian slaw, bacon & Tapatio sauce on a toasted brioche bun
  • Kraken Burger
    2 lemon pepper & garlic fried soft shell crabs w/ pickled ginger, sriracha sauce, avocado, roasted seaweed & bacon; topped w/ Asian slaw on a toasted brioche bun
  • Wolverine Burger
    Angus beef patty w/ sharp American cheese, bacon & fried onion crisps; topped w/ Asian slaw & sriracha mayo; on a toasted brioche bun
4.0 out of 5
388 ratings
#66 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); since 2011; food truck serving "Asian-fusion gourmet hangover food" -Adam Lee (owner); known for it messy foods; check website to find location
Addiction Bistro [CLOSED] ($$)
(725 ratings)

408 N La Cienega Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 203-1793
As Seen On:
Chili Paradise
  • Jamaican Jerk Chili
    tomato-based made of chicken & jerk spices
  • Spontaneous Combustion Chili
    tomato-based made of beef asada, chipotle, sorrano, Thai chilis & ghost peppers (it's hot!)
4.0 out of 5
725 ratings
[CLOSED]; fomerly called "The Chili Addiction" as seen at airing; varying chilis every week
AkashaSee Akasha Video ($$)
(1661 ratings)

9543 Culver Blvd Map It!
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 845-1700
www.akasharestaurant.com
  • Onion Rings
  • Pie Buffet
    available only on Thanksgiving; 160 pies to choose from (highlighted on show...Chocolate Banana Bourbon Pie)
3.5 out of 5
1661 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Thanksgiving); New American cuisine offering comfort food with big flavors and sustainable ingredients, for carnivores and herbivores alike
Al-Noor ($$)
(1211 ratings)

15112 Inglewood Ave Map It!
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 675-4700
www.alnoor-restaurant.net
  • Garlic Naan
4.5 out of 5
1211 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
Aldos Harbor RestaurantSee Aldos Harbor Restaurant Video ($$)
(517 ratings)

790 Mariner Pkwy Map It!
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 426-3736
www.aldos-cruz.com
  • Cioppino
    rock cod, calamari, king crab legs, prawns & mussels in spicy house made tomato sauce
  • Spinach and Cheese Ravioli
    choice of pesto, marinara, alfredo, bolognese or parmesan sauce (Guy had w/ marinara)
3.5 out of 5
517 ratings
started as a bait and tackle shop, restaurant opened in 1977; moved from original airing location (616 Atlantic Ave)
AlforonSee Alforon Video ($$)
(1766 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
1766 ratings
since 2010; serving authentic Old Country style Lebanese comfort food
American Cupcake [CLOSED] ($$)
(695 ratings)

1919 Union St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 896-4217
  • Red Velvet Fried Chicken
    signature item; 3 pieces of brined chicken soaked in red velvet cake batter, then deep fried in red velvet breading & deep-fried; served w/ cream cheese mashed potatoes & cocoa-infused slaw
3.0 out of 5
695 ratings
[CLOSED]; "fantastical twists on comfort food classics" (from its website)
Anchor & Hope [CLOSED]See Anchor & Hope Video ($$$)
(1509 ratings)

83 Minna St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 501-9100
  • Warm Sea Urchin w/ Dungeness Crab
3.5 out of 5
1509 ratings
[CLOSED]; "a little East Coast formal (a GM in a suit and a chef who likes her vegetables brunoised) and West Coast casual (painted plywood floors, hawsers strung from the ceiling and diners in jeans)"
Angel City Brewery ($)
(1971 ratings)

216 Alameda St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 622-1261
angelcitybrewery.com
  • Beer
4.0 out of 5
1971 ratings
Angelini OsteriaSee Angelini Osteria Video ($$$)
(2163 ratings)

7313 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 297-0070
www.angeliniosteria.com
  • Lasagna Verde
    grandmother's recipe, looks good!
  • Whole Branzino Roasted in Sea Salt
    fish
  • Tiramisu
    lady fingers soaked in Italian espresso infused w/ brandy, layered in scratch-made mascarpone, dusted w/ cocoa powder, topped w/ raspberries & mint leaves
4.0 out of 5
2163 ratings
opened in 2001; family owned & operated, celebrated authentic Italian restaurant
Animal [CLOSED] ($$$)
(3426 ratings)

435 N Fairfax Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 782-9225
  • Pig Tails
    brined, cut up, deep-fried and tossed in hot sauce; "it's the chicken wing of the pig"-Michael Symon
  • Bacon Chocolate Crunch Bar
4.0 out of 5
3426 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2008; accolades include Food & Wine Best New Chefs of 2009, two James Beard nominations, Rising Star Chefs by Star Chefs and Wine List of the Year by GQ Magazine
Annex Kitchen ($$$)
(1585 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
1585 ratings
rustic Italian cuisine specializing in handmade pasta, wood fired pizza & wood grilled meats, served in a casual contemporary atmosphere
AOCSee AOC Video ($$$)
(2543 ratings)

8700 W 3rd St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(310) 859-9859
www.aocwinebar.com
  • Grilled Lamb Skewers
    skewered marinated cubed lamb, seared & topped w/ lamb sauce & salsa verde; check for availability; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2543 ratings
wine bar & restaurant founded by 3-time James Beard Award winning chef Suzanne Goin & James Beard Foundation's Outstanding Restaurateur of the Year 2018 Caroline Styne
APL Restaurant [CLOSED] ($$$$)
(320 ratings)

1680 Vine St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 416-1280
  • Burnt Ends Sandwich
    1/3-lb APL beef short rib burnt ends, pickle salad; served on a potato bun; looks good
3.5 out of 5
320 ratings
[CLOSED]; barbecue joint by day & contemporary steakhouse by night
Apple PanSee Apple Pan Video ($$)
(3416 ratings)

10801 W Pico Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 475-3585
  • Apple Pie
    grandmother's recipe
  • Hickory Burger
    served w/ homemade sauce (hickory marinara), mayo, pickles, lettuce & cheese (extra)
  • Steakburger
    served w/ homemade sweet relish, mayo, pickles, lettuce & cheese (extra)
3.5 out of 5
3416 ratings
since 1947; U-shaped counter w/ 26 stools surrounding cooking station; same throwback decor from 1940's; down the street from Fox Studios...frequent celebrity sightings including John Lithgow, Julia Roberts, Warren Beatty, Sigourney Weaver, Jonas Brothers & Leonardo DiCaprio
Aqui es TexcocoSee Aqui es Texcoco Video ($$)
(633 ratings)

520 Broadway Map It!
Chula Vista, CA 91910
(619) 427-4045
www.aquiestexcoco.com
  • Lamb Barbecue Plate
    w/ choice of meat, rib, head, or tripe cooked 6-8 hours; includes lamb broth, tortillas, salsa, lime, cilantro & onion
4.0 out of 5
633 ratings
opened in 1990; classic techniques & dishes from Texcoco, Mexico
ARC Restaurant Food & LibationsSee ARC Restaurant Food & Libations Video ($$)
(1716 ratings)

3321 Hyland Ave Map It!
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(949) 500-5561
www.arcrestaurant.com
  • "Arc" Burger
    bacon infused burger w/ cheddar, tomato, red onion, pickled Fresno chile, lettuce, garlic aioli on a toasted bun; "so rich it could buy a house in Beverly Hills!" -Simon Majumdar
4.0 out of 5
1716 ratings
opened in 2013; locally sourced, scratch made American dining
ArcLight Cinemas [CLOSED]See ArcLight Cinemas Video
(2242 ratings)

6360 W Sunset Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 615-2550
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Crunchy"
  • Caramel Corn
4.0 out of 5
2242 ratings
[CLOSED]; movie theater; rating is for theater; part of ArcLight Cinemas chain located across the country
Asian ExperienceSee Asian Experience Video ($$)
(167 ratings)

215 Center St Map It!
Taft, CA 93268
(661) 763-1815
www.asianexp.com
  • Pad Thai
    Guy got pork; looks good
  • Tom Yum Kung (Soup)
    sweet, spicy, sour soup w/ shrimp; looks good
4.0 out of 5
167 ratings
opened in 2006; "probably one of the best Asian experiences I've ever had" -Guy Fieri; Other Recipes: Shrimp Pad Thai
At Last Cafe [CLOSED] ($$)
(1382 ratings)

204 Orange Ave Map It!
Long Beach, CA 90802
(562) 437-4837
4.0 out of 5
1382 ratings
[CLOSED]; high-end food at modest prices
Athena's Greek Cafe & Bakery [CLOSED]See Athena's Greek Cafe & Bakery Video ($$)
(363 ratings)

9612 Flushing Quail Rd Map It!
Bakersfield, CA 93312
(661) 588-2324
  • Braised Beef Over Pasta
  • Cabbage Dolmades
    topped w/ lemon sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
363 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2012; named after owners'/chefs' daughter; Other Recipes: Keftedes (Meatballs)
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