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Nutmeg Bakery and CafeSee Nutmeg Bakery and Cafe Video ($$)
(1553 ratings)

12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy Map It!
San Diego, CA 92128
(858) 486-8863
nutmegsd.com
  • Bananas Foster French Toast
    local brioche, dipped in cinnamon-ginger custard, stuffed w/ spiced ricotta filling; powdered sugar & caramelized bananas foster; looks good!
  • La Havana Panini
    slow-braised pork shoulder, nitrate-free ham, Dijon & grain mustards, homemade pickles & pickled shallots, Swiss cheese & 3-cheese blend; served w/ homemade chips; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1553 ratings
husband-and-wife team; artisan bakery & café specializing in local, organic & sustainable food & sweets
OB Noodle HouseSee OB Noodle House Video ($$)
(4158 ratings)

2218 Cable St Map It!
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 450-6868
obnoodlehouse.com
  • House Special Fried Rice
    Chinese broccoli, shrimp, beef, eggs & Chinese sausage (made by owners' father) & chili sate sauce; looks good
  • Pho
    Vietnam beef broth rice noodle soup; Guy got the "OB Special" (extra large w/ rare steak, well-done steak, brisket, flank & tripe); "I've had a lot of pho...this really is of the best"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Spicy Garlic Wings
    jumbo premium mid-joint chicken wings marinated w/ garlic & spices; served on a bed of lettuce, onions & ranch dressing; looks good
4.0 out of 5
4158 ratings
opened in 2008; 40+ taps of beer available
Oh My BurgerSee Oh My Burger Video ($$)
(1794 ratings)

2142 W El Segundo Blvd Map It!
Gardena, CA 90249
(310) 756-6522
www.ohmyburgerla.com
  • Oh My Luther Burger
    cheeseburger w/ bacon, a fried egg & stack of onion rings stuffed between two Krispy Kreme glazed donuts; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1794 ratings
opened in 2011; known for signature burgers; also serves tacos, salads, fries & desserts
OinksterSee Oinkster Video ($$)
(3890 ratings)

2005 Colorado Blvd Map It!
Eagle Rock, CA 90041
(323) 255-6465
www.theoinkster.com
  • BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich
    pork brined w/ soy and honey for 2 days, then slowly roasted & smoked; served w/ red cabbage slaw, caramelized onions & Carolina BBQ sauce; looks good
  • Oinkster Pastrami
    two-week cured pastrami, rubbed & smoked w/ applewood; served w/ all the "Oinks" (gruyere cheese, caramelized onion & red cabbage slaw); looks good
4.0 out of 5
3890 ratings
a fast-casual favorite from acclaimed fine-dining chef Andre Guerrero; make their own ketchup
Old West Cinnamon RollsSee Old West Cinnamon Rolls Video ($)
(2252 ratings)

861 Dolliver St Map It!
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 773-1428
oldwestcinnamonrolls.com
  • Cinnamon Roll
    topped w/ cream cheese frosting; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2252 ratings
since 1973
Olde San Francisco CreamerySee Olde San Francisco Creamery Video ($$)
(1328 ratings)

1370 Locust St Map It!
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
(925) 926-0228
www.sanfranciscocreameryc...
  • Kitchen Sink
    ice cream sundae with 8 scoops of ice cream; finish in 1 hour and get ice cream for 1 year free
  • Kitchen Sink Sundae Challenge
    2-gallon sundae; Adam won
4.0 out of 5
1328 ratings
#76 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown)
Original Joe's ($$)
(2407 ratings)

301 S 1st St Map It!
San Jose, CA 95113
(408) 292-7030
www.originaljoes.com
  • Cheeseburger
  • Rib Steak
  • Spaghetti and Meatballs
    meatballs size of tennis balls; looks good
3.0 out of 5
2407 ratings
opened in 1956; huge portions; open kitchen where patrons can watch "exhibition cooking"
Orochon RamenSee Orochon Ramen Video ($)
(3276 ratings)

123 Astronaut E S Onizuka St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90012
(213) 617-1766
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Los Angeles"
  • Special #2 Challenge
    challenge - spicy hot (Ramen soup); Special #2 in 30 minutes; Adam won
3.5 out of 5
3276 ratings
Oscar's Mexican SeafoodSee Oscar's Mexican Seafood Video ($)
(3483 ratings)

703 Turquoise St Map It!
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 488-6392
www.oscarsmexicanseafood....
As Seen On:
Taco-Lanche!
  • Smoked Fish Taco
    smoked tuna served w/ cabbage, avocado & cheese; looks good
  • Spicy Shrimp Taco
    served w/ cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado & cheese; looks good
4.5 out of 5
3483 ratings
est. 2011; truck driver-to-apprentice to taco food truck-to-owner/restaurateur; named after the food truck owner
Osteria Cal Mare [CLOSED] ($$$)
(288 ratings)

8500 Beverly Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(424) 332-4595
  • Caviale e Mozzarella
    warm zeppole, prosciutto, caramelized onion, wild flower, hones; served w/ your choice of mozzarella caviar; looks good
4.0 out of 5
288 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving coastal Italian cuisine
Osteria MozzaSee Osteria Mozza Video ($$$$)
(3303 ratings)

6602 Melrose Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90038
(323) 297-0100
la.osteriamozza.com
  • Orecchiette
    homemade pasta, fennel sausage, Swiss chard, cheese, toasted bread crumbs; "overserve me!" -John Henson
  • Ricotta & Egg Raviolo
    homemade pasta dough, ricotta mix, egg yolk; boiled & served w/ butter parmesan sauce
4.0 out of 5
3303 ratings
opened in 2007; award-winning Italian fine dining; known for mozzarella dishes & handmade pastas
Out the Door [CLOSED]See Out the Door Video ($$)
(794 ratings)

Westfield San Francisco Centre Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94103
(415) 541-9913
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "With Fruit"
  • Green Papaya Salad
    Vietnamese dish; papaya is unriped and shredded for crunchy texture; Chris orders w/ rice porridge and alternates bites to mix "rich & creamy w/ crisp & refreshing"
3.5 out of 5
794 ratings
[CLOSED]
Pablo's Tacos & Beer ($$)
(140 ratings)

42425 Jackson St Map It!
Indio, CA 92203
(760) 619-2041
www.facebook.com/pablosta...
  • Quesabirrias
    tacos w/ homemade tortillas, cheese, stewed beef, onion, cilantro & au jus on side; looks good!
  • Tortas Ahogadas
    house beans, pork carnitas, homemade salsa, bolillo roll, topped w/ pickled onions & cilantro; looks good
3.5 out of 5
140 ratings
family-run restaurant & sports bar known for authentic Mexican cuisine & beer
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
Papalote Mexican GrillSee Papalote Mexican Grill Video ($$)
(2320 ratings)

3409 24th St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 970-8815
www.papalote-sf.com
  • Triple Threat Burrito
    achiote marinated chicken breast, grilled prawns & tangy carne asada topped w/ guacamole & their signature salsa; looks good
  • Triple Threat Burrito
    chicken in achiote-based sauce, shrimp in pod chile sauce, carne asada in w/ rice, beans, pico de gallo & choice of tortilla; topped w/ roasted tomato salsa
3.5 out of 5
2320 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Hot and Spicy Foods); Throwdown: Bobby Flay lost; one of the 10 great places to bite into a big burrito (USA Today); signature salsa is available for mail-order
Paradise Cove Beach Cafe ($$)
(2523 ratings)

28128 Pacific Coast Hwy Map It!
Malibu, CA 90265
(310) 457-2503
www.paradisecovemalibu.co...
As Seen On:
Seafood Paradise
  • Gigantic Iced Seafood Tower
    whole Maine lobster, a giant clear water prawn, crab, over 1-lb of jumbo shrimp, house smoked salmon, Ahi sashimi poke, scallop ceviche, marinated calamari & herring served in huge bowl filled w/ a mountain of shaved ice; comes w/ 2 cups of "award winning" clam chowder & hot sourdough bread
  • Iced Seafood Sampler
    "piled high" jumbo shrimp, a giant clear water prawn, Ahi sashimi poke, housed smoked salmon, bay scallop ceviche, marinated calamari & mussels
  • Shrimp Tacos
3.0 out of 5
2523 ratings
right on the beach in scenic cove; many TV Shows, Movies & commercials were filmed at the cove including Gidget, Lethal Weapon 4, The O.C., Charlie's Angels, Baywatch & much more
Park's BBQ ($$$)
(2202 ratings)

955 S Vermont Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90006
(213) 380-1717
www.parksbbq.com
  • Rib Eye Bulgogi
    signature dish of Korean cuisine; thinly sliced beef marinated in soy based sauce; served w/ traditional sides like kimchi & spicy cucumber; "chopstick, mouth" -Antonia Lofaso
  • American Wagyu Boneless Short Rib
    looks good
  • Bone-In Short Rib
    marinated for 24 hrs; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2202 ratings
opened in 2003; classic Korean BBQ restaurant w/ an extensive menu & grill-it-yourself-at-your-table meats
Park's FinestSee Park's Finest Video ($$)
(2371 ratings)

1267 W Temple St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90026
(213) 481-2800
theparksfinest.com
  • Ann's Cornbread Bibingka
    "bringing elements of a traditional filipino dessert"; cornmeal combined w/ rice flour, coconut milk, etc. baked on a banana leaf; "best cornbread I've ever had...this is like fat black-lady cornbread"-Chris Rock; looks good
  • Beef Tri-Tip
    specialty; 4-6 hr-smoked season-crusted sirloin beef, cut deli thin & paired w/ home made horseradish sauce or vinegar-based Sawsawan sauce (try dipping in both); "out-of-bounds delicious!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Mama Leah's Coconut Beef
    chef's mom's recipe; Filipino comfort food; 6-16 hr-smoked chuck roll, cubed & stewed in a coconut cream; served over rice; looks good
  • Worker Wednesday Combo Plate
    coconut beef, hot link medley, 16-hour pulled pork, candy coated chicken w/ signature pineapple BBQ sauce, veggie medley, cornbread bibingka & rice
4.0 out of 5
2371 ratings
est. 2009; started as a catering company...opened restaurant in 2012; "American cuts of BBQ with a Filipino flavor"; Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock & David Spade (actors from "Grown Ups 2") made guest appearance
Parker's Hot Dogs Of Santa Cruz ($)
(425 ratings)

1605 Douglas Blvd Map It!
Roseville, CA 95661
(916) 786-2202
www.parkershotdogs.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Sacramento"
  • Knucklehead Challenge
    challenge: 5-lb chili and cheese hot dog + 1-lb of fries in 20 minutes; only 1 person out of 100+ has won; Adam lost
4.0 out of 5
425 ratings
opened in 1987
Pasta Sisters - Culver City ($$)
(2233 ratings)

3280 Helms Ave Map It!
Culver City, CA 90232
(424) 603-4503
www.pastasisters.com
  • Pesto Tagliatelle w/ Burrata
    house-made Tagliatelle (pasta) in pesto sauce (pine nuts, fresh basil, pecorino romano, parmigiano reggiano, garlic, extra virgin olive oil) & topped w/ ball of imported Burrata (cheese); looks good!
4.0 out of 5
2233 ratings
est. 2015; family owned Italian restaurant & pasta shop
Patrick's RoadhouseSee Patrick's Roadhouse Video ($$)
(563 ratings)

106 Entrada Dr Map It!
Santa Monica, CA 90402
(310) 459-4544
patricksroadhouse.info
  • "The Governator"
    inspired by Arnold Schwarzenegger's mother & made for Arnold when he came in; everything in the kitchen (onions, bacon, tomatoes, mushroom, sausage, ham, eggs) chopped & grilled
  • Dijon Plum Burger
    angus burger w/ plum jelly on hamburger bun
  • Rockefeller Burger
    angus burger w/ sour cream, jack cheese, mushrooms & caviar; "if you have to ask how much, you can't afford it" (on menu)
3.5 out of 5
563 ratings
est. 1973; once an abandoned red car passenger depot & then a hot dog stand now the entire buidling is painted bright mossy shamrock green w/ 1940's rustic decor & atmosphere; local favorite
Paul's Coffee Shop ($)
(692 ratings)

16947 Bushard St Map It!
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 965-3643
www.semperfinerdiner.com
  • Bulgogi (Korean BBQ)
    marinated overnight; served w/ Japanese sticky rice & homemade kimchi; looks good
  • S.O.S.
    toast & white ground beef gravy (similar to biscuits & gravy), hash browns & fruit
  • Pork Steak
    marinated overnight in cinnamon-cilantro rub
4.0 out of 5
692 ratings
"a semper finer diner"; former marine w/ loyalty following from other marines; food is even served on military-style steel tray
Pazzo ($$)
(441 ratings)

1179 Laurel St Map It!
San Carlos, CA 94070
(650) 591-1075
www.pazzosancarlos.com
  • Pizza
    thin-crust New Haven-style pizza; Guy got homemade sausage & mushrooms
  • Ricotta Gnocchi
    made of ricotta (not potato) w/ artichoke, mascarpone, lemon mint, grana padano; looks good
  • Smoked Bucatini
    smoked homemade pasta in cacio e pepe (Pecorino cheese & pepper) sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
441 ratings
specializing in Neapolitan-style wood fired pizza & hand-made pastas
Pea Soup Andersen's Restaurant [CLOSED] ($$)
(1478 ratings)

376 Avenue Of the Flags Map It!
Buellton, CA 93427
(805) 688-5581
  • All-You-Can-Eat Split Pea Soup
    100% vegetarian
3.5 out of 5
1478 ratings
[CLOSED]; open since 1920's; various locations within CA
Pearl's Phat Burgers [CLOSED]See Pearl's Phat Burgers Video ($$)
(328 ratings)

8 E Blithedale Ave Map It!
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 381-6010
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Burgers"
  • Phat Burger w/ Bacon & Cheese
    get phat burger w/ "the works" (3 slices of bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, cheddar cheese, mayo); Tyler gets it rare
4.0 out of 5
328 ratings
[CLOSED]
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