Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - New York

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Defontes: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
DefontesSee Defontes Video ($$)
(449 ratings)

379 Columbia St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(718) 625-8052
defontesofbrooklyn.com
  • Roast Beef, Egg Plant & Mozzerella Sandwich
    top seller; sub sandwich doused w/ "natural gravy" (au jus); looks good
  • Steak Pizzaiola
    sub sandwich of pounded beef chuck seared & cooked in "gravy" (tomato sauce) & topped w/ homemade mozzerella cheese; looks good
4.5 out of 5
449 ratings
est. 1922; old school deli w/ long lines; location also in NYC (Gramercy)
Eva's European Sweets: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Eva's European SweetsSee Eva's European Sweets Video ($$)
(260 ratings)

1305 Milton Ave Map It!
Syracuse, NY 13204
(315) 487-2722
www.evaspolish.com
  • Placki Hungarian Style
    potato pancakes topped w/ a lightly spicy ground beef-tomato sauce made w/ peppers & onions & topped w/ sour cream; looks good
4.5 out of 5
260 ratings
since 1997; family-run Polish joint
Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & RestaurantSee Kitty Hoynes Irish Pub & Restaurant Video ($$)
(366 ratings)

301 W Fayette St Map It!
Syracuse, NY 13202
(315) 424-1974
www.kittyhoynes.com
  • Irish Meatloaf
    served on top of "champ potatoes" (herbed mash potatoes) & topped w/ cabbage cream sauce; looks good
  • Reuben Fritters
    balls-sized blended corned beef, swiss, cream cheese & sauerkraut dredged in panko breadcrumbs & deep-fried; served w/ whole grain mustard dipping sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
366 ratings
opened in 1999; live Irish music performed every week...check website for schedule
Pastabilities: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
PastabilitiesSee Pastabilities Video ($$)
(1300 ratings)

311 S Franklin St Map It!
Syracuse, NY 13202
(315) 474-1153
www.pastabilities.com
  • Duck Bacon Flatbread Pizza
    house-cured smoked duck bacon, house made mozzarella, Humboldt Fog aged goat cheese, dried tart cherries, caramelized shallots, garlic oil, pomegranate drizzle, cracked black pepper, fresh basil on fresh bakery pizza dough; "one of the best duck dishes I've ever had"-Guy Fieri
  • "Wicky-Wicky" Chicken Riggies
    like a spicy tomato Alfredo pasta dish; rigatoni, spicy-spicy tomato cream, shredded locatelli cheese; "winner, winner, wicked chicken dinner"; looks good
  • Spicy Hot Tomato Oil
    famous, must-have appetizer; served w/ stretch bread; "that's crazy...this is ridiculous!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1300 ratings
opened in 1982; started w/ $15k opening a 1-room lunch spot that evolved to a 3-dining room establishment w/ full-service bar & seasonal outdoor dining; make their own sauce, bread & pasta; locals call it "Pasta's"
Rincon Criollo: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Rincon Criollo [CLOSED]See Rincon Criollo Video ($$)
(936 ratings)

40-09 Junction Blvd Map It!
Corona, NY 11368
(718) 639-8158
  • Arroz con Pollo
    paella-rice dish w/ chicken; made-to-order; one order serves 2 people; looks good
  • Ropa Vieja
    house favorite; shredded beef served w/ black beans & rice; looks good
4.5 out of 5
936 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 1976; in Queens, NY; traditional Authentic Cuban cooking set in a fun filled, family atmosphere
Rinconcito Salvadoreno: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Rinconcito Salvadoreno ($)
(24 ratings)

20 Broad St Map It!
Port Chester, NY 10573
(914) 937-2166
rinconcitony.com
4.5 out of 5
24 ratings
since 1993; family owned business serving El Salvadorian cuisine
Sophia's Restaurant: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Sophia's RestaurantSee Sophia's Restaurant Video ($)
(793 ratings)

749 Military Rd Map It!
Buffalo, NY 14216
(716) 447-9661
  • Chicken Souvlaki Salad
    marinated for 1 day
  • Fried Baloney and Onions Sandwich
    served on homemade bread
4.5 out of 5
793 ratings
passed from mother-to-son; ("And the kicker is...the homemade bread")
Bens Best: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Bens Best [CLOSED]See Bens Best Video ($$)
(384 ratings)

96-40 Queens Blvd Map It!
Rego Park, NY 11374
(718) 897-1700
  • Kreplach
    "like a Jewish egg roll"; Guy eats w/ duck sauce on side
  • Stuffed Cabbage
    Ben's style with freshly chopped meat and rice, carrots and peas, pan roast potatoes; looks good
  • Chicken in the Pot
    chicken soup, noodles, fresh carrots, matzo ball and kreplach
4.0 out of 5
384 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 1946; former Wall Street-er bought restaurant in 1970s
Black Tree: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Black Tree [CLOSED]See Black Tree Video ($$)
(319 ratings)

131 Orchard St Map It!
New York, NY 10002
(212) 533-4684
  • Winter Pig Sandwich
    six point IPA braised pork belly, brown butter apple jam, pickled apples, cheddar, hydroponic mint; offered seasonally; looks good
  • Lamb Sandwich
    braised lamb, shredded, topped w/ tzatziki, feta, mint; looks good
4.0 out of 5
319 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2013; innovative "farm-to-you" sandwiches 30-seat joint; menu changes w/ the seasons; Alex Guarnaschelli made guest appearance
Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Blackthorn Restaurant & PubSee Blackthorn Restaurant & Pub Video ($$)
(289 ratings)

2134 Seneca St Map It!
Buffalo, NY 14210
(716) 825-9327
www.blackthornrestaurant....
4.0 out of 5
289 ratings
traditional Irish pub
Brindle Room: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Brindle Room [CLOSED]See Brindle Room Video ($$)
(1015 ratings)

277 E 10th St Map It!
New York, NY 10009
(212) 529-9702
  • Duck Confit Poutine
    pulled duck mixed w/ thickened duck au jus & topped over hand-cut fries & cheese curds; looks good
  • Sebastian's Steakhouse Burger
    70/30 freshly ground beef (fat from prime rib mixed w/ chuck); topped w/ caramelized onions, cheese; side of pickle & fries; "best hamburger in America"-Josh Ozersky (Guy's buddy & hamburger expert); available for lunch only; looks good!
  • Mexican Moules Frites
    spicy mussels & fries
4.0 out of 5
1015 ratings
[CLOSED]; #2 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Burgers); owner/chef used to work in fine dining establishments & left to create foods he likes
Bunker: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Bunker [CLOSED]See Bunker Video ($$)
(745 ratings)

99 Scott Ave Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11237
(718) 386-4282
  • Banh Xeo
    crispy Vietnamese crepe w/ shrimp, bacon, egg, bean sprout, lettuce; "that is wicked good!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Suon Nuong Xa
    grilled lemongrass heritage pork loin, organic fried egg, rice; "that really is w/o question one of the best pork chops I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
745 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2013; specialize in Vietnamese street food; moved from original location in Ridgewood, NY
Don Antonio: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Don AntonioSee Don Antonio Video ($$)
(1710 ratings)

309 W 50th St Map It!
New York, NY 10019
(646) 719-1043
donantoniopizza.com
  • Montanara Starita Pizza
    house specialty; lightly fried pizza dough, topped w/ signature Starita tomato sauce & imported smoked buffalo mozzarella, finished in wood-burning oven; looks good
  • Pistacchio e Salsiccia Pizza
    fresh pistachio pesto, sausage, homemade mozzarella, pecorino romano, basil, extra virgin olive oil
4.0 out of 5
1710 ratings
opened in 2012; specialize in Neapolitan wood-fire pizza (thin crust)...offer 60 pizza varieties; Geoffrey Zakarian (from Iron Chef made guest appearance); Other Recipes: Margherita Pizza
Ducks Eatery: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Ducks Eatery [CLOSED]See Ducks Eatery Video ($$)
(630 ratings)

351 E 12th St Map It!
New York, NY 10003
(212) 432-3825
  • Chicken Wings
    hickory smoked & deep-fried, jerk rub, lime; looks good
  • Smoked Whole Goat Neck
    24-hr marinated goat neck smoked 7 hrs in oak & hickory wood, then braised & finished in skillet w/ yellow curry, bing cherries; served over coconut rice; "top 3 best goat dishes I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
630 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2012; brother-and-sister team in urban, exposed-brick setting
Empire Farm Brewery: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Empire Farm Brewery [CLOSED] ($$)
(155 ratings)

33 Rippleton Rd Map It!
Cazenovia, NY 13035
(315) 655-2337
  • Sweet Fire Fajitas
    24-hr marinated Nodine Smokehouse andouille sausage w/ grilled onion, bell pepper & cheddar-jack cheese; looks good
4.0 out of 5
155 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1994; underground contemporary, casual & festive downtown bar & grill w/ a brewery on the premises; located in an old pickle warehouse; moved from original airing location (120 Walton St, Syracuse)
Grovers Bar & Grill: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Grovers Bar & GrillSee Grovers Bar & Grill Video ($$)
(418 ratings)

9160 Transit Rd Map It!
East Amherst, NY 14051
(716) 636-1803
  • "The Bruiser"
    best seller; 12-oz angus-based burger topped w/ grilled onions, blue cheese; looks good
  • Cheeseburger Soup
    "cheeseburger in a bowl"; looks good
  • Garlic Parmesan Buffalo Wings
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
418 ratings
19th century hunting lodge for President Grover Cleveland; voted best burgers 3 years in a row (at airing)
Hildebrandt's: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Hildebrandt'sSee Hildebrandt's Video ($$)
(258 ratings)

84 Hillside Ave Map It!
Williston Park, NY 11596
(516) 741-0608
www.HildebrandtsRestauran...
  • Butter Pecan Ice Cream
    topped w/ homemade whipped cream and homemade butterscotch; looks good
  • Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
    w/ side of homemade marinara sauce
4.0 out of 5
258 ratings
Other Recipes: Pasta a la Mama
Jimmy's Diner: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Jimmy's Diner [CLOSED]See Jimmy's Diner Video ($$)
(748 ratings)

577 Union Ave Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 218-7174
  • Empanadas
    deep-fried pastry stuffed w/ picadillo (meat mix of ground beef, onions, roasted garlic, tomato puree, green olives, golden raisins); topped w/ homemade salsa verde & queso fresco; looks good
  • Skillet Apple Waffle
    homemade waffle topped w/ skillet-cooked glazed apple & pancetta mix & powdered sugar; "meat candy sensation"
4.0 out of 5
748 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2007; in Williamsburg neighborhood ("college campus just w/o the college"); Other Recipes: Deviled Eggs | Turkey and Bacon Chili
John's of 12th Street: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
John's of 12th StreetSee John's of 12th Street Video ($$)
(876 ratings)

302 E 12th St Map It!
New York, NY 10003
(212) 475-9531
johnsof12thstreet.com
  • Homemade Tuscan Ragu Meatsauce
    served on homemade pappardelle pasta (like a wider fettuccine); looks good
  • Polpette di Vitello (Veal Meatball)
    baked, pan-fried & served w/ marinara sauce
4.0 out of 5
876 ratings
est. 1908; use recipes originating from Italy; large candle display in the main dining room burning since 1933 (to celebrate the end of Prohibition)
Mama's Food Shop: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Mama's Food Shop [CLOSED]See Mama's Food Shop Video ($$)
(276 ratings)

200 E 3rd St Map It!
New York, NY 10009
(212) 777-4425
  • Fried Chicken
    marinated 24 hrs; looks good
  • Peach Cobbler
4.0 out of 5
276 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 1995
Mulberry Italian Ristorante: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Mulberry Italian RistoranteSee Mulberry Italian Ristorante Video ($$)
(568 ratings)

64 Jackson Ave Map It!
Lackawanna, NY 14218
(716) 822-4292
www.worldfamousmeatball.c...
  • Lasagna
    huge; entirely homemade (pasta, sauce); meatball, chicken, sausage, tomato, hot peppers & cheese; looks good
  • Meatball
    BIG...larger than a baseball; looks good
4.0 out of 5
568 ratings
dishes influenced by many trips to Italian restaurants ins NYC
Pies-n-Thighs: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
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(3220 ratings)

166 S 4th St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(347) 529-6090
news.piesnthighs.com
  • Pecan Butter-Crunch Donut
    signature item; glazed doughnut covered w/ butter-toffee mix; looks good
  • Carolina Pulled Pork Sandwich
    smoked for 9-10 hrs; w/ coleslaw, sliced pickle; looks good
  • Chicken & Waffles
    2-piece chicken w/ buckwheat waffles; topped w/ cinnamon butter & blueberry compote; "that is the most savory combination of chicken & waffles I've had"-Guy Fieri
4.0 out of 5
3220 ratings
opened in 2007; Southern comfort food w/ a twist; started by 3 ladies (a food school graduate, a culinary school graduate & a Harvard graduate); Other Recipes: Buckwheat Waffles
Pizza Junction: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Pizza Junction [CLOSED]See Pizza Junction Video ($$)
(30 ratings)

1269 Erie Ave Map It!
North Tonawanda, NY 14120
(716) 692-6366
  • Beef on Weck Pizza
    roast beef on horseradish-based cream sauce; looks good
  • Pulled Pork Pizza
  • Stuffed Hot Peppers
4.0 out of 5
30 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 1972; thin crust pizzas; loaded toppings
Queens Comfort: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Queens Comfort [CLOSED]See Queens Comfort Video ($$)
(2123 ratings)

3618 30th Ave Map It!
Astoria, NY 11103
(718) 721-3800
  • "Down By Law" Sandwich
    roasted chicken, bacon jam, avocado, cheddar & chipotle mayo; named after 1 of owner's favorite movies
  • Atomic Fire Balls
    deep-fried mac & cheese balls w/sriracha & side of ranch dressing
4.0 out of 5
2123 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2011; ecclectic, quirky & fun decor serving comfort food; owner/chef proposed to his girlfriend on air; Other Recipes: Cap'n Crunch Chicken Fingers
Redhead: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Redhead [CLOSED]See Redhead Video ($$)
(669 ratings)

349 E 13th St Map It!
New York, NY 10003
(212) 533-6212
  • Housemade Soft Pretzels
    served w/ Kentucky-style beer cheese; looks good
  • Low Country Shrimp & Grits
    Anson Mills antebellum grits, andouille sausage; "exceptional"-Guy Fieri; looks good
4.0 out of 5
669 ratings
[CLOSED]; neighborhood restaurant
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