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Luna Park [CLOSED]See Luna Park Video ($$)
(1408 ratings)

672 S La Brea Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 934-2110
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sugar Rush"
  • S'mores
    Also in San Francisco
3.5 out of 5
1408 ratings
[CLOSED]; "kitschy, flea-market chic, ambiance", casually hip decor, a lively bar scene, and moderately-priced cuisine
Ma'am Sir [CLOSED] ($$)
(452 ratings)

4330 Sunset Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90029
(323) 741-8371
  • Longganisa Sandwich
    house made sausage fermented 48 hours; patty grilled & caramelized, served on a grilled King's Hawaiian bun w/ garlic aioli & atchara papaya relish
3.5 out of 5
452 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2018; modern take on traditional Filipino food
Mac's Fish and Chip Shop [CLOSED]See Mac's Fish and Chip Shop Video ($$)
(464 ratings)

503 State St Map It!
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 897-1160
  • Fish & Chips
    whole fillets of premium, sustainable Alaskan Cod cooked to order in a thin, crisp coating of beer batter; looks good
  • Haggis
    traditional Scottish dish; best described as "the stuff they throw away"...cow heart, tongue, liver--ground, seasoned, shaped in meatball, beer-battered and deep-fried, "not for the unadventurous or vegetarians" (from its website)
  • Toad in the Hole
    Yorkshire pudding w/ mashed potatoes, fried sausage links and topped w/ gravy; looks good
3.5 out of 5
464 ratings
[CLOSED]; run by the husband and wife team (he is from England); everything is homemade; member of Sustainable Seafood Program
Mama Cozza'sSee Mama Cozza's Video ($$)
(988 ratings)

2170 W Ball Rd Map It!
Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 635-0063
www.mamacozzas.com
  • Mama's Special Pizza
    sausage, pepperoni, black olives, mushrooms, onions
  • Chicken Pisano
    slices of grilled boneless chiken breast and sliced sausage w/ potatos and sliced peppers in gravy sauce
  • Pasta w/ Domery Sauce
    ground Italian sausage, chopped baby clams and extra garlic in tomato sauce served on any pasta you wish; make their own sausage; "might be one of the best plates I've had w/ red clam sauce...because of the sausage"-Guy Fieri; looks good
3.5 out of 5
988 ratings
since 1965; offer 20 homemade sauces
Manhattan in the Desert ($$)
(1005 ratings)

2665 E Palm Canyon Dr Map It!
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 322-3354
manhattaninthedesert.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Palm Springs, CA"
  • Manhattan Size Sandwich Challenge
    stacked high multi-layer sandwich of pastrami, roast beef, corned beef, turkey weighing over 3-lbs + potato salad or cole slaw; Casey won
3.5 out of 5
1005 ratings
New York style delicatessen
Mar Rustico
(26 ratings)

2548 Congress St Map It!
San Diego, CA 92110
  • Ensenada Cocktail
    seafood cocktail w/ octopus, shrimp, surf clams
3.5 out of 5
26 ratings
real taste of Mexican culture; shares kitchen w/ Tuetano Taqueria; guest appearance: Troy Johnson, food critic for San Diego Magazine
Marin Joe's Restaurant ($$)
(628 ratings)

1585 Casa Buena Dr Map It!
Corte Madera, CA 94925
(415) 924-2081
www.marinjoesrestaurant.c...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Crazy Good"
  • Marin Joe's Special
    not the prettiest, but...
3.5 out of 5
628 ratings
Masa Ramen Noodle Bar [CLOSED] ($$)
(598 ratings)

864 Blossom Hill Rd Map It!
San Jose, CA 95123
(669) 245-6272
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "San Jose, CA"
  • Masumo Challenge
    5-lb bowl of ramen w/ broth, 2-lbs noodles, plus a variety of vegetables & proteins; garnished w/ scallions, mushrooms & seaweed; finish in under 45 minutes to win a t-shirt, photo on the Hall of Fame & $100 gift certificate; Casey lost
3.5 out of 5
598 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2016; features build-your-own-ramen & Japanese small plates
Melting Pot ($$$)
(456 ratings)

3685 E Thousand Oaks Blvd Map It!
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
(805) 370-8802
www.meltingpot.com
As Seen On:
Cheese Paradise
  • Boston Lager Cheddar Cheese Fondue
    top seller; melted aged, medium-sharp cheddar cheese mixed w/ lager beer, bacon bits, onion, Dijon & Tabasco sauce; served w/ artisan breads & seasonal vegetables for dipping
  • Flaming Turtle
    "fondue candy"; combo of milk chocolate, caramel & candied pecans flambeed tableside; fresh strawberries, bananas, cheesecake, Rice Krispies Treats, marshmallows, pound cake & brownies are used to dip
3.5 out of 5
456 ratings
fondue restaurant; celebrity sightings include Justin Bieber, Britney Spears; multiple locations around U.S.
Midtown Creperie & Cafe ($$)
(792 ratings)

2113 Pacific Ave Map It!
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 941-9070
midtowncreperie.com
  • Beignets & Gravy
    two beignets topped w/ sausage gravy
  • Rex Crepe
    house slow-smoked tri-tip & asparagus topped w/ basil pesto cream sauce; looks good
3.5 out of 5
792 ratings
since 2010; serving savory & sweet crepes, gelato, beignets, chicory & espresso; w/ New Orleans French Quarter decor
Mike's at the Crossroads ($$)
(373 ratings)

7665 Old Redwood Hwy Map It!
Cotati, CA 94931
(707) 665-9999
www.mikesatthecrossroads....
  • "Moo-Ben" Sandwich
    homemade corned beef, Swiss, house thousand island & sauerkraut on a burger patty, served on marbled rye
3.5 out of 5
373 ratings
est. 1991; premier burgers w/ locally sourced ingredients
Miller's East Coast Deli [CLOSED]See Miller's East Coast Deli Video ($$)
(1465 ratings)

1725 Polk St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 563-3542
  • Old-Fashioned Chicken Noodle w/ Matzo Ball
    grandmother's recipe
  • Potato Latke Delight
    two crispy potato pancakes, topped w/ corned beef & pastrami & side of apple sauce & sour cream; proper way to eat is meat + potato + sour cream + apple sauce all in 1 bite; looks good
3.5 out of 5
1465 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2001; east-coast deli atmosphere; another location in San Rafael
Mission Chinese Food ($$)
(2413 ratings)

2234 Mission St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 863-5710
www.missionchinesefoodsf....
  • Chongqing Chicken Wings
    extra large double-fried wings tossed in Asian pepper spice rub; topped w/ sesame seeds, scallions & cilantro
3.5 out of 5
2413 ratings
Chinese restaurant "known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes & its insistence on only using high quality fresh ingredients" (from its website); located in former Lung Shan Restaurant
Mom's Tamales [CLOSED]See Mom's Tamales Video ($)
(259 ratings)

3328 Pasadena Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90031
(323) 226-9383
  • Chile Relleno
    roasted pepper stuffed w/ loads of cheese, battered w/ an airy egg coating, fried & topped w/ roasted tomato salsa
  • Spinach and Cheese Tamales
    family favorite; fresh spinach, stir fried together w/ tomato, onions & spices topped w/ monterey jack cheese
3.5 out of 5
259 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2005; started on February 11, 2001 selling tamales out of the trunk of her 1979 Honda Prelude...eventually leading to the storefront opening 4 yrs later & now serving 1,500 tamales per week; cash only
Muir Woods Trading Company CafeSee Muir Woods Trading Company Cafe Video ($$)
(71 ratings)

1 Muir Woods Rd Map It!
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 388-7059
muirwoodstradingcompany.c...
  • Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup
    looks good
3.5 out of 5
71 ratings
in Muir Woods National Park
Night + Market SahmSee Night + Market Sahm Video ($$)
(500 ratings)

2533 Lincoln Blvd Map It!
Venice, CA 90291
(310) 301-0333
www.nightmarketla.com
  • Nam Khao Tod
    crispy rice salad; w/ soured pork, raw ginger, onion, peanuts, cilantro & chili
3.5 out of 5
500 ratings
est. 2010; 3 CA locations; offering traditional Thai cuisine w/ a modern twist
NORMA'S ($$$)
(672 ratings)

4200 E Palm Canyon Dr Map It!
Palm Springs, CA 92264
(760) 770-5000
www.theparkerpalmsprings....
  • Chocolate Decadence French Toast
    french toast made of chocolate yogart loaf (pound cake) covered in strawberries, pistachios & Valhrona chocolate sauce
3.5 out of 5
672 ratings
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
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
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
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
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
Pie 'n BurgerSee Pie 'n Burger Video ($$)
(1986 ratings)

913 E California Blvd Map It!
Pasadena, CA 91106
(626) 795-1123
pienburger.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Burgers"
  • Burger
    topped w/ homemade thousand island, pickles & lettuce; add optional American cheese
3.5 out of 5
1986 ratings
#3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Burgers); opened in 1963; old style charm w/ some of the original equipment & decor
Pier 23 CafeSee Pier 23 Cafe Video ($$)
(1886 ratings)

The Embarcadero Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94102
(415) 362-5125
www.pier23cafe.com
  • Duck Poppers
    onion slice, jalapeno slice & spicy cream cheese mix wrapped in thinly sliced duck breasts & bacon, marinated & grilled; available only Thu-Sun (call in advance to check)
  • Fish Tacos
    grilled fish (depending on what fish is fresh) w/ roasted tomato salsa & tomatillo avocado sauce; looks good
  • Oven-Roasted Crab
    whole roasted Dungeness crab broken & sauteed in garlic, butter & herbs
3.5 out of 5
1886 ratings
since 1984; located right on the San Francisco bay w/ outdoor seating available on pier; known for fresh seafood, unique cocktails & live music daily; one of Guy Fieri's favorite hang out joints
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