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Best Thing I Ever Ate

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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Kaaloa's Super JsSee Kaaloa's Super Js Video ($)
(1125 ratings)

83-5409 Mamalahoa Hwy Map It!
Captain Cook, HI 96704
(808) 328-9566
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Hidden Treasures"
  • Lau Lau
    slow cooked pork in taro leaves; looks good
 5.0 out of 5
1125 ratings		 family cooking; like at someone's home
1770 HouseSee 1770 House Video ($$$)
(239 ratings)

143 Main St Map It!
East Hampton, NY 11937
(631) 324-1770
www.1770house.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "The Classics"
  • Meatloaf
    w/ mashed potatoes and sauteed spinach; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
239 ratings
24th Street CafeSee 24th Street Cafe Video ($$)
(1331 ratings)

1415 24th St Map It!
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 323-8801
24thstreetcafe.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Let's Do Lunch"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Sweet, Savory and Saucy"
  • Texas Chili
    ground top sirloin & chuck w/ spices, plus tomato sauce, baked & topped w/ cheese & onions; "some of the best [chili on Triple-D]" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Pumpkin Pancakes
    topped w/ pecan-brown sugar-butter; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1331 ratings		 est. 1987; institution in old-school diner serving scratch-made comfort food; "A happy place for hungry people!" (from its website)
Al-Noor ($$)
(1211 ratings)

15112 Inglewood Ave Map It!
Lawndale, CA 90260
(310) 675-4700
www.alnoor-restaurant.net
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "With Garlic"
  • Garlic Naan
 4.5 out of 5
1211 ratings		 opened in 1998; vow to only use the finest ingredients and prepare each dish with an infusion of passion and creativity; all dishes are made from scratch
AlineaSee Alinea Video ($$$$)
(2589 ratings)

1723 N Halsted St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 867-0110
www.alinearestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Appetizers"
  • Hot Potato Cold Potato
    chilled potato soup w/ a ball of hot potato topped w/ black truffle suspended on a pin just hanging over the soup
 4.5 out of 5
2589 ratings
Alzohour Market ($$)
(90 ratings)

7814 N 27th Ave Map It!
Phoenix, AZ 85051
(602) 433-5191
www.restaurantji.com/az/p...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Feast of the Middle East"
  • Bastilla
    stewed spiced chicken, almond filling, phyllo dough; layered, wrapped, baked & coated w/ sugar & cinnamon; "so perfectly balanced!" -Monti Carlo
 4.5 out of 5
90 ratings		 opened in 2002; family-owned Middle Eastern grocer w/ a huge selection of specialty items & prepared food
Angelo BrocatoSee Angelo Brocato Video ($$)
(733 ratings)

214 N Carrollton Ave Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70119
(504) 486-0078
www.angelobrocatoicecream...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Terrific Italian"
  • Stracciatella Gelato
    scratch-made custard base aged 24-48 hrs to thicken, then slow spun; imported chocolate is poured in to instantly harden & disperse; means "scattered & tattered" in Italian
 4.5 out of 5
733 ratings		 est 1905; family-owned ice cream parlor known for gelato & Italian desserts
Anna's Deli Siesta Key ($)
(141 ratings)

6535 Midnight Pass Rd Map It!
Sarasota, FL 34242
(941) 349-4888
annasdelis.com/locations/
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Stacked"
  • "Surfer" Sandwich
    popular item; ham, cucumber, Swiss cheese, turkey, spicy mustard & mayo on marble rye bread; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
141 ratings		 est. 1971; 5 AZ locations; known for high-quality meats & cheeses, specialty sandwiches, salads & bread; the oldest eatery on Siesta Key
Annex Kitchen ($$$)
(1585 ratings)

2257 W Shaw Ave Map It!
Fresno, CA 93711
(559) 248-8512
annexkitchenfresno.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Life Changers"
  • Sweet Corn Agnolotti
    fresh pasta stuffed w/ corn & mascarpone filling; cooked w/ butter & chives, topped w/ Parmigiano Reggiano; looks good!
 4.5 out of 5
1585 ratings		 rustic Italian cuisine specializing in handmade pasta, wood fired pizza & wood grilled meats, served in a casual contemporary atmosphere
Antonella's Italian KitchenSee Antonella's Italian Kitchen Video ($)
(77 ratings)

841 Conestoga Rd Map It!
Rosemont, PA 19010
(610) 526-1966
www.antonellasitaliankitc...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Desert Island Dish"
  • Chicken Cheesesteak Sandwich
    Wednesday special; shaved chicken breast seasoned & sauteed w/ peppers, onions & white wine, loaded onto a roll, topped w/ provolone cheese & toasted; looks good!
 4.5 out of 5
77 ratings		 est 1996; neighborhood Italian deli w/ authentic Italian specialties & award-winning hoagies
Arnold's Country KitchenSee Arnold's Country Kitchen Video ($)
(1190 ratings)

605 8th Ave S Map It!
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 256-4455
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "The Closers"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Old Time Attitude"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Nashville, TN"
  • Pecan Pie
    36-year-old family recipe; pecans & pie filling baked in a pie shell; "simple & phenomenal!" -Pati Jinich
  • Chicken and Dumplings
    use lard to make dumplings; looks good
  • Turnip Greens
    add wasabi powder and horseradish powder to give it a "kick"; looks good
  • "Meat and Three"
    1 meat + 3 sides; Casey got roast beef, mac & cheese, fried green tomatoes & fried apples
 4.5 out of 5
1190 ratings		 est. 1982; won James Beard award ("America's Classics"); cafeteria-style Southern favorites & innovative desserts; "meats and three" (meat entree & 3 vegetable sides)
Atlanta Breakfast Club ($$)
(6892 ratings)

249 Ivan Allen Jr Blvd Map It!
Atlanta, GA 30313
(470) 428-3825
atlantabreakfastclub.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Toasting the Classics"
  • Crispy Fried Chicken & Waffles
    fried chicken breast, Belgian style waffle, house syrup; "the definition of heaven" -Dr. Sandra Lee
 4.5 out of 5
6892 ratings		 opened in 2015; "Southern breakfast, Southern kitchen" (from its website)
Au ChevalSee Au Cheval Video ($$)
(8774 ratings)

800 W Randolph St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60607
auchevalchicago.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Worth the Wait"
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Burgers"
  • Double Cheeseburger
    3-patties (yes, that's three) seared on 500-degree flat top layered w/ American cheese topped w/ house-made Dijonnaise, red onions & homemade pickles; options include bacon & fried egg (Zakarian recommends both); looks good!
 4.5 out of 5
8774 ratings		 #1 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Burgers); est. 2012; "sexy, loud, crazy-music pumping & overall-fun atmosphere" (co-owner); potential long lines (up to 3 hrs); location also in NYC
AvecSee Avec Video ($$$)
(2461 ratings)

615 W Randolph St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 377-2002
www.avecrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "In a Bowl"
  • Chorizo-Stuffed Dates
    bacon-wrapped
 4.5 out of 5
2461 ratings		 opened in 2003; wine bar that includes a menu of rustic food
B & H DairySee B & H Dairy Video ($)
(558 ratings)

127 2nd Ave Map It!
New York, NY 10003
(212) 505-8065
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "As Good As Mom's"
  • Blueberry Blintzes
    blueberry preserves wrapped in crepe-like skin, shaped into a roll and pan-fried and topped w/ blueberry pie filling
 4.5 out of 5
558 ratings
Babe's Chicken Dinner HouseSee Babe's Chicken Dinner House Video ($$)
(1042 ratings)

104 N Oak St Map It!
Roanoke, TX 76262
(817) 491-2900
www.babeschicken.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Fried Chicken"
  • Fried Chicken
    brine for 24-36 hours to make it "uber juicy"; secret is double dipped; "juiciest fried chicken I've ever had"-Melissa D'Arabian; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1042 ratings
Bavel ($$$)
(2443 ratings)

500 Mateo St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 232-4966
baveldtla.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Key Ingredient"
  • Grilled Lamb Saddle Chop
    marinade of yogurt, licorice powder (key ingredient), lime & garlic; grilled & topped w/ licorice oil, almonds & herb salad; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
2443 ratings		 opened in 2018; Middle Eastern restaurant known for its hummus & downtown vibe
Bavette La Boucherie ($$)
(401 ratings)

217 N Broadway St Map It!
Milwaukee, WI 53202
(414) 273-3375
bavettelaboucherie.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sandwich Hall of Fame"
  • Corned Beef Tongue Reuben
    w/ cheese, spicy sauerkraut & pickled mustard seed aioli
 4.5 out of 5
401 ratings		 est. 2013; whole animal butchery & restaurant specializing in local meats & farm-to-table dining
Berkshire Mountain BakerySee Berkshire Mountain Bakery Video ($$)
(131 ratings)

367 Park St Rte 183 Map It!
Housatonic, MA 01236
(413) 274-3412
www.berkshiremountainbake...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Messy"
  • Bread & Chocolate
    chocolate chunks embedded in round loaf bread; 1/3 of weight is chocolate; chocolate stays melted (and hence "messy")
 4.5 out of 5
131 ratings		 est. 1985; European style bakery in the heart of the Berkshires
Bi-Rite CreamerySee Bi-Rite Creamery Video ($)
(10165 ratings)

3692 18th St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 626-5600
biritecreamery.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sugar Rush"
  • Sam's Sundae
 4.5 out of 5
10165 ratings		 strive to use local, organic ingredients when available; made from Straus Family organic dairy products; tastes are served on metal spoons saving over 500,000 plastic spoons from filling landfills every year
Biker Jim’s Gourmet DogsSee Biker Jim’s Gourmet Dogs Video ($)
(1225 ratings)

2148 Larimer St Map It!
Denver, CO 80205
(720) 746-9355
bikerjimsdogs.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Street Food"
  • Elk Jalapeno Cheddar Brat
    splits brats and then grills them to cook faster and more char flavor; topped w/ cream cheese (squirted from a caulking gun) and Coke-infused caramelized onions; Susan likes to add spicy mustard, horseradish cream sauce and ketchup; looks good
 4.5 out of 5
1225 ratings		 hot dog cart serving exotic hot dogs including reindeer and wild boar brats, rattlesnake and pheasant, elk and antelope, yak and buffalo-all of them torpedoed with Coca-Cola soaked grilled onions and a swizzle of cream cheese unloaded from the front end of a caulking gun
Billy's Diner ($)
(52 ratings)

24467 Hwy 190 Map It!
Krotz Springs, LA 70750
(337) 566-2080
www.billysboudin.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Yummy in the Middle"
  • Pepper Jack Boudin Balls
    Cajun sausage mixture balled w/ pepper jack cheese, battered & deep fried; "it's so melty & spicy & creamy" -Samantha Carroll
 4.5 out of 5
52 ratings		 est. 1995; no-frills eatery offering Cajun favorites, specialty meats & local sausages; known for boudin balls
Blacksheep BBQSee Blacksheep BBQ Video ($$)
(43 ratings)

327 Hwy 62 W Map It!
Yelville, AR 72687
(870) 449-5637
www.facebook.com/blackshe...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Mess Hall"
  • "The Hawg Dawg"
    all beef bacon-wrapped hot dog, covered in pulled pork, slaw & bbq sauce, served w/ side of choice; looks good!
 4.5 out of 5
43 ratings		 old fashioned Southern comfort food, burger & barbecue spot
Blue Bottle Coffee - Hayes ValleySee Blue Bottle Coffee - Hayes Valley Video ($$)
(1739 ratings)

315 Linden St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94102
(510) 653-3394
www.bluebottlecoffee.net
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Best Drink"
  • Kyoto Iced Coffee
    takes 12 hours to make
 4.5 out of 5
1739 ratings		 vow: sells coffee less than 48 hours out of the roaster to customers
Blue Ribbon Brasserie ($$$)
(1021 ratings)

97 Sullivan St Map It!
New York, NY 10012
(212) 274-0404
www.blueribbonrestaurants...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Personal Favorites"
  • Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade
 4.5 out of 5
1021 ratings
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