Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — Season 17

Guy travels the country in search of establishments elevating nostalgic childhood fare to gourmet status. His journey begins in Tacoma, Washington, where he discovers a neighborhood eatery serving refined versions of beloved classics like p…

For a taste of genuine comfort, Guy embarks on a culinary journey. In Toronto, a smokehouse elevates familiar fare, transforming burgers, fried chicken, and even the classic BLT with inventive flair. He then travels to Burbank, California,…

Corner bars, serving as both neighborhood gathering places and culinary hubs, continue to thrive. In Denver, one can find establishments where smoked pork graces biscuits and pizzas are adorned with locally sourced ingredients. Elsewhere, i…

On this journey, Guy explores culinary creations reminiscent of his mother’s inventive cooking. In Philadelphia, a notable guest joins him in the kitchen, crafting unique dishes like fried peanut butter and jelly sandwiches and tacos featur…
In Phoenix, a chef adorned with tattoos and honed by rigorous training offers a distinctive take on chiles and a beloved regional pork dish. Meanwhile, in Toronto, a venerable bohemian eatery serves up sticky Asian pork ribs alongside a cla…
In Compton, California, a Texas-inspired barbecue joint smokes pork ribs and seasons collard greens with smoked turkey necks. In Denver, a beer and pizza establishment crafts a distinctive mac 'n cheese and adorns pizzas with beer-braised b…

On this journey, Guy seeks out culinary treasures across the country. In Philadelphia, a neighborhood eatery offers chicken pie crafted without a pot, alongside exceptional grilled octopus. He discovers in Arizona a Pakistani restaurant se…
In Philadelphia, a Jamaican eatery offers an authentic taste with its fiery jerk chicken. In Scottsdale, Arizona, a family establishment, steeped in decades of history, serves up a variety of sandwiches alongside a cherished sausage recipe.…

This journey finds Guy seeking out a delightful array of comfort food. In Phoenix, he visits a boxing gym that also operates as a restaurant, serving up mac-and-cheese muffins and chicken pot pie served in glass mugs. He then travels to Le…
Guy found himself hosting an unexpected gathering. Adam Sandler, Chris Rock, Kevin James, and David Spade – the ensemble cast of *Grown Ups 2* – descended upon him, and before he knew it, he was whisking them away on a whirlwind tour of Los…
Guy was headed to San Diego, eager for a mix of familiar comforts and new discoveries. In Ocean Beach, he sought out a legendary surf spot, sharing hearty burgers with an old friend. A short walk brought him to a brother-owned noodle shop, …
This journey takes Guy to establishments where passion fuels every endeavor. In the picturesque state of Oregon, an enduring riverside tavern serves up exceptional sloppy joes. Along the California coast, a family-owned Italian restaurant h…
He frequented establishments that pulsed with life, places where the spirit of their offerings remained vibrant. In San Francisco, a Venezuelan eatery served up a completely gluten-free menu of timeless favorites: arepas and empanadas. And …


