Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - California (p. 4)

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Commonwealth: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
CommonwealthSee Commonwealth Video ($$)
(1112 ratings)

1022 11th St Map It!
Modesto, CA 95354
(209) 248-7451
www.commonwealthmodesto.c...
  • Craft Tacos
    choice of any three tacos & side of chips or fries; Guy got BBQ Pork, Buffalo, Banh Mi tacos; looks good
  • Waffle Madame
    waffle sandwich w/ ham, swiss, maple mustard butter, house recipe Belgain waffle, topped w/ two eggs over medium
4.0 out of 5
1112 ratings
gastropub grub focused on craft sandwiches, salads, homemade potato chip nachos and snack plates to pair w/ you favorite wine or craft beer from around the world; Other Recipes: Banh Mi Tacos
Cosecha: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Cosecha [CLOSED] ($$)
(886 ratings)

3445 Champion St Map It!
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 452-5900
  • Carne Adovada
    braised pork in chile guajillo served w/ rice, beans & handmade flour tortillas; looks good
  • Pork Belly Tacos
    w/ pickled onions & salsa; available only for lunch (check website for current menu); looks good
4.0 out of 5
886 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2011; serving local, seasonal Mexican food where they prepare everything from scratch every day, including handmade tortillas, pastries & complex traditional entrees, as well as seasonal salads & soups
Dad's Kitchen: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Dad's KitchenSee Dad's Kitchen Video ($$)
(1539 ratings)

2968 Freeport Blvd Map It!
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 447-3237
www.ilovedadskitchen.com
  • Dad's Burger
    Bacon Cheeseburger; bacon and cheese seared layered in burger; "up there in burger greatness"; "gotta try this burger!"
  • Hot Blond Sandwich
    chicken, avocado, swiss cheese, tomato, roasted red onion, spinach & cucumber with garlic spread, brown mustard & pepper plant sauce on sourdough bread
4.0 out of 5
1539 ratings
outdoor patio available; everything made from scratch daily
Delancey: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Delancey [CLOSED] ($$)
(537 ratings)

5936 W Sunset Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 469-2100
  • Gnocchi w/ Braised Wild Boar
    w/ sage & olives; looks good
  • Gramercy Pizza
    thin crust pizza w/ mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, bacon, sopressata & guanciale
4.0 out of 5
537 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2008; serving gourmet thin crust pizzas, house made pastas & a full menu of Italian influenced dishes in NY-style atmosphere
  • Black Bean Cakes
  • Grilled Corn Bread w/ Jalepeno jelly
  • Vege Chili on Grilled Corn Bread
4.0 out of 5
4624 ratings
[CLOSED]; long lines; Other Recipes: Roasted Pumpkin Oatmeal Pancakes
  • Mofongo
    hand mashed garlic plantains stuffed with your choice of filling, topped w/ a vegetable sofrito (Guy got roasted pork)
  • Ropa Vieja
    braised shredded flank steak w/ savory bits of tomatoes, onions, peppers & garlic; looks good
4.0 out of 5
455 ratings
est. 1974; husband & wife team serving home-style Cuban & Puerto Rican comfort food
Fab Hot Dogs: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Fab Hot DogsSee Fab Hot Dogs Video ($)
(1230 ratings)

19417 1/2 Victory Blvd Map It!
Reseda, CA 91335
(818) 344-4336
www.fabhotdogs.com
  • Bald Eagle Ripper
    deep fryer hot dog imported from New Jersey topped w/ "bald eagle" sauce (housemade spicy mustard relish); looks good
  • L.A. Street Dog
    bacon-wrapped hot dog deep-fried & topped w/ grilled peppers & onions, mayo, mustard, ketchup, tomatoes & jalapenos; looks good
  • Texas Burrito Dog
    2 all-beef hot dogs, bacon, chili, cheddar, onions, mustard & Frito chips in a grilled flour tortilla
4.0 out of 5
1230 ratings
finest east-coast dogs and artisan made sausages along with homemade toppings and sauces; Other Recipes: Sweet & Spicy Onion Relish
Falafel's Drive-In: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Falafel's Drive-In ($)
(5165 ratings)

2301 Stevens Creek Blvd Map It!
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 294-7886
www.falafelsdrivein.com
  • Banana Shake
  • Falafel Sandwich
    pita sandwich of falafel balls (chickpeas, parsley & white onion, ground, rolled & deep-fried); w/ lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, tahini & hot sauces; looks good
  • Kifta Kabab in a Pita
    grilled ground beef patty mixed with parsley, onions, and spices put in a pita with cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes and tahini sauce
4.0 out of 5
5165 ratings
est. 1966; authentic middle-Eastern cuisine, also serving burgers & milkshakes; long lines; Other Recipes: Tabouli
Fat Sal's: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Fat Sal'sSee Fat Sal's Video ($$)
(2617 ratings)

1300 N Highland Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(855) 682-4373
www.fatsalsdeli.com
  • Fat Jerry Fat Sandwich
    cheesesteak, chicken fingers, mozzarella sticks, crisp bacon, fried eggs, fries, mayo, ketchup on hero bun (called "fat bread"); named after Jerry Ferrara--co-owner & former star of HBO's show "Entourage"; looks good
  • Meat Luv'rz Pizza Rolls
    ground beef, sweet Italian sausage, provolone, mozzarella stuffed in a crispy spring roll wrapper & deep-fried & served w/ side of marinara
4.0 out of 5
2617 ratings
opened in 2010; bringing NY-style signature "fat" sandwiches to LA; couple of blocks from UCLA; another location in Hollywood
  • Dr. Pepper Braised Beef Short Ribs
    braised in Dr. Pepper mixture in 350-deg for 4 hrs; served w/ parsnip puree, mustard greens & fresh horseradish; looks good
  • Spicy Shrimp & Grits
    wild Louisiana shrimp, garlic, shallots, & andouille sausage, red eye gravy; note: not the same as regular shrimp & grits on menu; "succulent"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
3169 ratings
opened in 2006; Southern comfort food; rocking chairs at tables on front porch
Gian's Delicatessen: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Gian's Delicatessen ($)
(269 ratings)

2112 Pacific Ave Map It!
Stockton, CA 95204
(209) 469-0108
  • Ravioli
    filling w/ Swiss chard, spinach, beef, Parmesan; rolled out by 100-yr old ravioli machine that can make 2,700 raviolis in in passing (cool!); served w/ homemade meat sauce; looks good
  • Sausage Pepper Sandwich
    homemade sausage, teleme cheese, fire-roasted red pepper, spicy mustard & served on homemade focaccia bread
4.0 out of 5
269 ratings
old-school Italian deli; family-owned & operated for 3 generations
Giusti's: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Giusti's [CLOSED]See Giusti's Video ($$)
(263 ratings)

14743 Walnut Grove-Thornton Rd Map It!
Walnut Grove, CA 95690
(916) 776-1808
  • Lamb Shanks
    seared & then braised in tomato-base sauce; served w/ polenta; available second Tuesday of every month...and until they run out
  • Minestrone Soup
    looks good (Guy had seconds!)
4.0 out of 5
263 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 1912; "eclectic" four-generation Italian restaurant in a 100+ year old building; over 1,200 hats on the ceiling & tons of memorabilia plastered on the walls
Gloria's Cafe: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Gloria's CafeSee Gloria's Cafe Video ($$)
(1743 ratings)

10227 Venice Blvd Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90034
(310) 838-0963
www.gloriascafela.com
  • Carne Adobada
    "outstanding"; looks good
  • Seven Seas Soup
    "you will go nuts"
4.0 out of 5
1743 ratings
opened in 1981; authentic Mexican food
Golden Bear: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Golden BearSee Golden Bear Video ($$)
(711 ratings)

2326 K St Map It!
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 441-2242
www.goldenbear916.com
  • Banh Mi (Sandwich)
    both co-owners' favorite; slices of pork w/ slice cucumbers, blanced string beans, pickled carrots, basil, cilantro and sauce in french roll
  • Pork Sausage Pizza
    no sauce, no cheese; sausage & smoked coleslaw & carmelized onions; looks good
4.0 out of 5
711 ratings
Golden State: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Golden State [CLOSED]See Golden State Video ($$)
(1544 ratings)

440 N Fairfax Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 424-7485
  • Lamb Burger
    Mediterranean flair topped w/ Gruyere cheese, yogurt dill sauce, roasted red peppers, arugula & curry ketchup; comes w/ side of sweet potato wedges; looks good
  • Pulled Pork Sandwich
    topped w/ homemade pickled Jalapenos, pickled onions & scratch-made (hot) mustard; "it is one of the best pork sandwiches I've had...I mean its up in the top 10"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1544 ratings
[CLOSED]; started by 2 buddies w/ no culinary experience; "it's a great vibe; it's a great joint"-Guy Fieri; Other Recipes: Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Gorilla Barbeque: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Gorilla Barbeque ($$)
(1793 ratings)

2145 Coast Hwy Map It!
Pacifica, CA 94044
(650) 359-7427
www.gorillabbq.com
  • Cheesesteak
    w/ NC-based BBQ sauce; looks good
  • Mac and Cheese
    cheesy
  • Texas Beef Brisket
    smoked for 16 hours; juicy; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1793 ratings
est. in 2006; restaurant in orange train car; they close when they sell-out; long lines; Other Recipes: Cornbread
Gott's Roadside: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Gott's Roadside ($$)
(2386 ratings)

933 Main St Map It!
St. Helena, CA 94574
(707) 963-3486
gotts.com
  • Ahi Burger
    a signature dish; served w/ Asian slaw; looks good
  • Fish and Chips
    use Grade A hallibut; beer-battered
  • Wisconsin Burger
    topped w/ grilled mushroom, bacon, cheddar, mayo & BBQ sauce
4.0 out of 5
2386 ratings
formerly Taylor's Automatic Refresher (at airing); James Beard award-winning (American Classic); in Napa Valley
Green Papaya: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Green Papaya ($)
(453 ratings)

6262 Pacific Ave Map It!
Stockton, CA 95207
(209) 565-5903
www.greenpapayafoodtruck....
  • Green Papaya Salad
    shredded green papaya smashed w/ tomatoes, lime juice, fish sauce & Thai chilies; topped w/ crushed peanuts & small dried shrimp
  • Khao Piak (Soup)
    rice noodle soup (where they make noodles in the truck); add cilantro, scallion, garlic, chili oil & lime juice; "top 3 best Asian soups I've ever had in my life" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Nam Kao
    crispy rice salad w/ cured pork, sliced pork skin, cilantro, ginger, mint, green onions & lime juice; served w/ Romaine lettuce & dried Thai chili
4.0 out of 5
453 ratings
opened in 2013; formerly food truck at airing, now a brick-and-mortar joint serving Lao & Thai food; Facebook or Twitter
Grill-A-Burger: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Grill-A-Burger ($$)
(1183 ratings)

73091 Country Club Dr Map It!
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 346-8170
www.grill-a-burger.com
  • Buddha Burger
    seasoned turkey burger green onion, cilantro, soy sauce, fresh ginger & garlic, curry & cumin; on Sesame seed bun spread w/ sweet chilli mayo, shredded Napa cabbage, bean sprouts, finished w/sliced red pepper & tomato
  • Devil's Revenge Burger
    fried Serrano chilies, caramelized chipotle onions, pepper jack cheese, crisp hardwood smoked bacon, tomato, leaf lettuce & slathered w/ hot & spicy "Spontaneous Combustion" habanero pepper relish, Sriracha mayo & chipotle ketchup on a jalapeno-cheese bun
4.0 out of 5
1183 ratings
Haggo's Organic Taco: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Haggo's Organic TacoSee Haggo's Organic Taco Video ($$)
(548 ratings)

1302 N Coast Hwy 101 Map It!
Leucadia, CA 92024
(760) 753-6000
www.haggosorganictaco.com
  • Cousteau Taco
    soft tacos w/ sauteed seasoned fresh local catch, organic cabbage slaw, organic cumin-lime crema, organic mango salsa cruda & cilantro; "rock star fish taco!"-Guy Fieri
4.0 out of 5
548 ratings
opened in 2011; beachtown taco shack (couple of blocks from beach)
Hank's Creekside Restaurant: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Hank's Creekside Restaurant ($$)
(524 ratings)

2800 4th St Map It!
Santa Rosa, CA 95406
(707) 575-8839
  • Cinamon Waltnut French Toast
  • Corned Beef Hash
    one of Guy's regular orders; looks good
  • Eggs Benedict
    choice of traditional, Florentine w/ spinach, w/ smoked salmon, w/ crab cake or California-style (w/ avocado & tomato)
  • Pancakes
    they grind their own whole wheat
4.0 out of 5
524 ratings
one of Guy's favorite spots; no reservations (long lines esp. weekends)
Hob Nob Hill: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Hob Nob HillSee Hob Nob Hill Video ($$)
(1311 ratings)

2271 1st Ave Map It!
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 239-8176
www.hobnobhill.com
  • Chicken 'N' Dumplings
    steamed dumpling topped w/ chopped boiled chicken & gravy
  • Corned Beef & Steamed Cabbage
  • Braised Lamb Shank
4.0 out of 5
1311 ratings
est. 1944; historic landmark
HoBo's BBQ: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
HoBo's BBQSee HoBo's BBQ Video ($$)
(1063 ratings)

30590 Rancho California Rd Map It!
Temecula, CA 92590
(951) 693-3227
hobosbbq.com
  • BBQ Lasagna
    pulled pork, chopped chicken, sausage 4 layers of pasta, each layer has BBQ sauce & cheese; each piece is about 1lb
  • Lumber Jack Sandwich
    house-made potato salad stacked on a toasted bun then piled on sliced tri-tip, dill pickle slices & topped w/ "PS" house dressing & sriracha
4.0 out of 5
1063 ratings
Other Recipes: Potato Salad
Hodad's: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Hodad'sSee Hodad's Video ($$)
(6163 ratings)

5010 Newport Ave Map It!
San Diego, CA 92107
(619) 224-4623
www.hodadies.com
  • Guido Burger
    skillet-fried pastrami on burger served w/ ketchup, pickles, Swiss cheese, grilled onions & spicy brown mustard; inspired by Guy Fieri from 1st visit; looks good; #1 in Triple D's "Top 10 Burgers" (voted by viewers)
  • Bacon Cheeseburger
    bacon patty (bacon is boiled, then chopped & seared on the grill) on top of burger; wrapped & served in the "burger diaper" (burger wrapper that is wrapped around half of the burger); looks good
  • Milkshake
4.0 out of 5
6163 ratings
started in 1969; moved to current location in 1991; recognized as one of the top 5 burger joints in the country by CNN (2009); "No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem" (it's a block from the beach); decor consists of wall-to-wall license plates
  • Spicy Pork Kimchi Burrito
    looks good
  • Sweet Chili Fried Pork Chops
    two pork chops served w/ fries; looks good
4.0 out of 5
2541 ratings
Asian-American fusion; 3 blocks away from S.F. Giants stadium
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