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12 BonesSee 12 Bones Video ($$)
(1144 ratings)

5 Foundy St Map It!
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 253-4499
www.12bones.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Ribs"
  • Blueberry Chipotle Ribs
    pork ribs smoked in oak for 3 hrs & then grilled & glazed w/ homemade blueberry Chipotle sauce; sauce available online; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1144 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Ribs); serves lunch only
300 EastSee 300 East Video ($$)
(959 ratings)

300 East Blvd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-6507
www.300east.net
  • Butterscotch Ice Cream Sandwich
    Sorghum molasses cookies w/ side caramelized pineapple; "one of the best desserts I've ever had on Triple-D" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Lamb & Mushroom Ragout
    served on Bosky Acres goat cheese ravioli w/ lemon-mint-goat cheese butter
4.0 out of 5
959 ratings
opened in 1986; independent, mother-and-daughter-owned casual dining establishment offering creative American-Eclectic cuisine in a fun & historic house built in 1900
Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar ($$)
(793 ratings)

703 E Fort Macon Rd Map It!
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
(252) 247-6222
amosmosquitos.com
  • Buzz-Buzz Shrimp
    early Mississippi browns (shrimp), lightly fried & tossed in sweet & spicy "buzz-buzz" sauce; served w/ fresh pineapple slaw; looks good!
  • Southern Fried Pork Chops
    boneless chop seasoned w/ "secret" 11 herbs & spices, fried & topped w/ tasso gravy; served w/ smashed potatoes & sauteed spinach; looks good
  • Southwest Style Tuna
    grilled or blackened local tuna served atop a homemade black bean cake, topped w/ roasted corn & avocado pico de gallo, finished w/ spicy red bell pepper emulsion; looks good
4.5 out of 5
793 ratings
opened in 1999; casual joint serving coastal comfort cuisine; name came from a knock-knock joke
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Durham"
  • Annual 15-Mile Doughman Relay
    race: running, biking swimming, eating with team of 4; Adam lost
 
Backyard BBQ Pit [CLOSED]See Backyard BBQ Pit Video ($)
(949 ratings)

5122 Nc Hwy 55 Map It!
Durham, NC 27713
(919) 544-9911
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Durham"
  • Pulled Pork
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
949 ratings
[CLOSED]
Bang Bang Burgers ($$)
(853 ratings)

2001 E 7th St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 375-4505
bangbangburgersclt.com
  • Fried Sweet Potato Brie Burger
    topped w/ maple cranberry sauce
  • Pimento Burger
    homemade pimento cheese & fried pickles; looks good
4.5 out of 5
853 ratings
burgers from the highest quality, Black Angus whole muscle cuts of short rib & chuck produced by NYC's own Pat La Frieda
Bar-B-Q KingSee Bar-B-Q King Video ($)
(200 ratings)

2900 Wilkinson Blvd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28208
(704) 399-8344
www.barbqking.com
  • Bar-B-Q Chicken
    fried chicken dunked in vinegar-based BBQ sauce; "cross between fried chicken, BBQ chicken and chicken wings"; looks good
  • Pulled Pork
3.5 out of 5
200 ratings
since 1959; institution drive-in w/ car hop service
Barbecue Festival
(8 ratings)

1 S Main St Map It!
Lexington, NC 27292
(336) 224-1758
www.barbecuefestival.com
  • Pulled Pork
3.0 out of 5
8 ratings
annual event at end of October
Bill Spoon's Barbecue [CLOSED] ($)
(194 ratings)

5524 S Blvd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28217
(704) 525-8865
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Charlotte, NC"
  • Pork Barbecue Sandwich
    chopped whole-hog barbecue pork sandwich, topped w/ "Eastern-style" vinegar-based barbecue sauce & mustard-based coleslaw; takes over 12 hours to prepare; looks good
4.0 out of 5
194 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1963; known for traditional whole-hog barbecue
Black PelicanSee Black Pelican Video ($$)
(982 ratings)

3848 Virginia Dare Trl Map It!
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
(252) 261-3171
www.blackpelican.com
  • Citrus Rosemary Brined Roasted Chicken Breast
    24-hr brined chicken breast served w/ housemade smoked gouda mashed potatoes, baby spinach, mushrooms, feta & roast tomato sautee; looks good
  • Wanchese Fishermans' Risotto
    scallops, shrimp, jumbo lump crabmeat & bacon sauteed w/ sweet corn, tomatoes & baby spinach folded into creamy roasted garlic risotto topped w/ crispy sweet potato nest; looks good
3.5 out of 5
982 ratings
in 1874-built building (rustic charm) once used as a live-saving station offering panoramic ocean views from dining rooms & an outside deck; serving 100,000 people per summer
Brine and Bottle [CLOSED]See Brine and Bottle Video ($$$)
(81 ratings)

7531 S Virginia Dare Trl Map It!
Nags Head, NC 27959
(252) 715-1818
  • Foie Gras Torchon
    sliced housemade foie gras on brioche w/ side of peach marmalade
  • Fried Pickles
    deep-fried brined pickles w/ side of buttermilk-chive dip; "might be the best pickle chip I've ever had"-Guy Fieri
  • Soft Shell Crab Sandwich
    dredged, pan-fried & served on potato bun w/ pickle ramp tartar sauce & tomato slice
4.5 out of 5
81 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2010; beer, wine bar & specialty-food pier-side joint; menu changes daily
Buxton Hall Barbecue [CLOSED] ($$)
(1075 ratings)

32 Banks Ave Map It!
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 232-7216
  • Sweet Potato Pie
    roasted sweet potato honey custard, blind baked pie crust, served on milk jam, topped w/ spiced maple whipped cream, pecan crumble & sweet potato chips
4.0 out of 5
1075 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2015; butcher & smokehouse known for authentic Carolina barbecue
Cabo Fish TacoSee Cabo Fish Taco Video ($$)
(1533 ratings)

3201 N Davidson St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 332-8868
www.cabofishtaco.com
4.0 out of 5
1533 ratings
Cast Iron Kitchen ($$)
(434 ratings)

8024 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 821-8461
castiron-kitchen.com
  • Dirty South Biscuit
    southern fried chicken tenderloin, bacon, runny egg, muenster & pepper jack cheeses w/ sausage gravy
  • Not My Momma's Meatloaf
    house made meatloaf w/ ground beef & pork, fried egg, caramelized sweet onion, arugula, tomato, aged cheddar, herb aioli & Texas Pete hollandaise served on a toasted bun; "this is outstanding!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
434 ratings
mom-and-pop joint serving North Carolina favorites w/ a twist; serving breakfast & lunch only (check website for updated info)
Ceviche's ($$)
(623 ratings)

7210 Wrightsville Ave Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-3131
www.wbceviche.com
  • Ropa Vieja
    braised & shredded beef in a spicy pepper broth served w/ coconut rice & mixed vegetables; looks good
  • Sancocho
    Panama's national dish; soup w/ chicken, sweet potato, yucca, plantains & corn in a spicy cilantro broth; served w/ a side of coconut rice
4.5 out of 5
623 ratings
"Inspired By My Upbringing In Panama, Central America - Fishing With My Dad In Both The Pacific And Atlantic Oceans, Picking Fresh Mangos At The Bus Stop For Breakfast & Epic Surfing Trips (I Vividly Remember My First Barrel). I Wanted To Bring That Feeling To Wrightsville Beach With A Staple In The Panamanian Diet, Ceviche, Tropical Fruit, Plantains, Etc.." - Hunter Tiblier, Owner.
Cheese SmithSee Cheese Smith Video ($$)
(106 ratings)

624 S 17th St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 231-0808
www.cheesesmithco.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On Wheels"
  • "Buffalo Baby" Grilled Cheese
    havarti, braised buffalo chicken, homemade buttermilk ranch, quick pickled carrot & celery slaw; looks good
4.5 out of 5
106 ratings
opened in 2018; food truck specializing in creative grilled cheese concoctions
Coastal CravingsSee Coastal Cravings Video ($$)
(857 ratings)

1209 Duck Rd Map It!
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
(252) 480-0032
www.cravingsobx.com
  • Seared Scallops
    served on lobster sauce seasoned w/ truffle oil; "up there in some of the best scallops I've ever had...cuz this scallop is out of bounds!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Steamer Pots To Go
    a cooking pot loaded w/ the fresh catch nightly preparation of the Outer Banks "Local Catch" (depending on season/catch, it can include oysters, middle-neck clams, snow crab legs, shrimp, red potatoes, smoked sausage, corn on the cob); served in a tin can which you can order to-go & use to cook; Carolina coast tradition
4.0 out of 5
857 ratings
funky little joint connected to a gas station-convenient store; drive-through service available; Other Recipes: Jicama Chayote Slaw
Copper Penny ($$)
(1187 ratings)

109 Chestnut St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1373
www.copperpennync.com
  • 109 Chestnut Chicken Sandwich
    signature sandwich; mushroom, chicken, Provolone, chipotle mayo served on toasted sub roll; named after the restaurant address; looks good
  • Hot Roast Pork Sandwich
    sliced pork loin, sauteed spinach, Provolone, garlic aioli on a sub w/ side of au jus for dipping; looks good!
  • Onion Rings
    looks good
4.5 out of 5
1187 ratings
small funky joint owned/operated by husband-wife duo serving simple, but real-deal food
DishSee Dish Video ($)
(658 ratings)

1220 Thomas Ave Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 344-0343
www.eatatdish.com
  • Chicken and Dumplings
    top seller; made from scratch; looks good
  • Salmon Patties
    fresh salmon broken down from whole fish; formed into patties, padded w/ Panko (Japanese bread crumbs) & skillet fried; served w/ honey-orange butter
4.0 out of 5
658 ratings
opened in 2002; southern comfort food; "disarmingly unpretentious kind of joint you immediately warm to as though it were your mama's or grandma's kitchen" (from its website)
Flaming Amy's Burrito Barn ($)
(695 ratings)

4002 Oleander Dr Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-2919
flamingamysburritobarn.co...
  • "Churkeychanga"
    seasonal item; roasted turkey breast, mashed garlic red skin potatoes, jalapeno cornbread stuffing, flour tortilla, deep fried & served w/ jalapeno cream gravy & cranberry salsa
  • Notorious P.I.G.
    a flour tortilla filled w/ slow-roasted Cuban pork, bacon, chorizo, cheese, sriracha slaw & chipotle BBQ sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
695 ratings
est. 2000; "hot, fast, cheap & easy" (from its website); known for Mexican favorites, vegan options & salsa bar
Floyd's 1921 Restaurant & Catering ($$)
(246 ratings)

400 Bridges St Map It!
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 727-1921
floyds1921.com
  • Red Neck Egg Rolls
    Carolina BBQ pork egg rolls; served w/ sweet chili sauce & wasabi slaw; looks good
  • Shrimp Napoleon
    sauteed shrimp & mozzarella cheese layered between grit cakes & topped w/ tasso ham & roasted red pepper gravy; looks good!
4.0 out of 5
246 ratings
since 2005; elevated Southern cuisine; "High Quality Food and Exceptional Service" (from its website)
Fork N Cork ($$)
(1045 ratings)

122 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 228-5247
www.theforkncork.com
  • Confit Duck Wings
    deep fried confit duck wings served w/ choice of sauce: Charmoula (delicious Moroccan sauce), Hot Honey Garlic, Peach BBQ, Raspberry Chipotle, Creole Rosemary Honey Mustard or Habanero Orange Marmalade; Guy liked w/ Habanero Orange Marmalade
  • Wellington Bites
    Beef Wellington in a puff pastry; served w/ side of port wine cherry sauce & horseradish cream sauce; call to check availability; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1045 ratings
higher end comfort food in 40-seat joint
FuD at Salud [CLOSED] ($)
(86 ratings)

3306A N Davidson St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 232-4943
  • Chicken and Waffles Waffle-wich
    waffle sandwich w/ chicken salad, candied walnuts, bacon & maple syrup
  • You're Killin' Me, S'mores Waffle-wich
    waffle sandwich w/ homemade toasted marshmallows, graham crackers, Nutella; looks good
4.5 out of 5
86 ratings
[CLOSED]; funky deli w/ unique, creative spins on traditional sandwiches; known for their "Waffle-wiches"; Other Recipes: Homemade Marshmallows
Improper Pig [CLOSED] ($$)
(310 ratings)

110 S Sharon Amity Rd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28211
(704) 714-7878
  • Chow Bow Taco
    choice of pulled pork, chicken, chopped brisket, grilled salmon or smoked tofu tossed in spicy hoisen sauce in a steamed bao bun w/ Asian slaw; Guy got pulled pork; looks good
  • Improper Charcuterie
    carnivore's delight; pulled pork, brisket, ribs, Andouille, pimento cheese, slaw, house chips & pickled onions; looks good
4.0 out of 5
310 ratings
[CLOSED]; serving classic BBQ as well as twists such as southern egg rolls & Korean barbecue salmon; Other Recipes: BBQ Rub
Intermezzo Pizzeria and CafeSee Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe Video ($$)
(409 ratings)

1427 E 10th St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 347-2626
www.intermezzopizzeria.co...
  • Piroska
    Balkan style stuffed pizza w/ ham, mushrooms, mozzarella, ricotta cheese, sour cream; looks good
  • Sarma
    cabbage rolls w/ ground beef, rice, bacon, spices; served w/ house-made bread
4.0 out of 5
409 ratings
since 2007; serving hand-tossed pizza & unique Serbian dishes; Other Recipes: Eggplant Musaka
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