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Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Off the Hook Specials"

  (4 restaurants - Include Closed)    
Aired on: January 14, 2008 
Aired on: January 14, 2008 
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Fly Trap ($$)
(976 ratings)

22950 Woodward Ave Map It!
Ferndale, MI 48220
(248) 399-5150
theflytrapferndale.com
  • Pho Bowl
    fan favorite; soup w/ lemongrass and Thai chili infused broth w/ flat noodles, sesame, various veggies & tofu; "this rates up w/ some of the best bowls I've had"-Guy Fieri
  • Red Chili Salmon Burger
    chopped salmon, Asian chili paste, spring onions, soy & black seseme seeds; w/ shaved cucumber & ginger lime aioli; looks good
4.0 out of 5
976 ratings
opened in 2004; "a finer diner"
GrindersSee Grinders Video ($$)
(722 ratings)

417 E 18th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 472-5454
www.grinderspizza.com
  • Famous Chili Bomb Pie (Pizza)
    cheese pizza w/ tots, chili-cheese, and scallions located in the center of the pie; looks good
  • Bengal Tiger Pizza
    a crowd favorite; inspired by the flavors of Northwest India; pizza w/ rich green sauce topped w/ tandori chicken, real crab meat, hearts of palm, cheese and cilantro
  • Chicken Paprikash
    cooked by George Detsios (self-proclaimed "Hungarian Delight") who comes once per week (on Monday's?) to cook Hungarian dishes; looks good
  • Stretch Philly
    homemade pastrami & sliced rib eye, provolone, grilled onions & banana peppers
  • "Le Hog" Pizza
    "serious flesh feast"; creamy white sauce, 5 cheese blend, bacon, Canadian bacon, ham & meatballs; Casey got it "bombed" (w/ tots, chili-cheese & scallions topped in the center of the pie)
4.0 out of 5
722 ratings
est 2004; #101 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); formerly an auto parts store...eclectic atmosphere; owner/cook (and scupter) makes scuptures in back; American eatery known for NY style pizza, Philly cheesesteaks, world-famous Death wings & award-winning BBQ
Schooner or Later ($$)
(2032 ratings)

241 N Marina Dr Map It!
Long Beach, CA 90803
(562) 430-3495
schoonerorlater.com
  • Belgian Waffles
    topped w/ seasonal berries, banana, nuts, or apple cinnamon and whipped cream upon request
  • Schultzie's Mess
    blend of chopped ham, onion & bell pepper grilled w/ hash browns & eggs and topped with melted Cheddar cheese; served w/ sourdough toast; looks good
  • Club Sandwich
    triple decker sandwich w/ turkey, bacon, lettuce and tomatoes on sourdough
3.5 out of 5
2032 ratings
est. 1985; large outdoor seating available by the dock (great atmosphere) w/ dock parking for boats; serve "schooner" portion of beer (a large chalise-sized portion); local hangout; long lines
Gailwood Cook Shack [CLOSED]
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2135 N Milwaukee Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 470-8334
  • Nachos
    topped w/ cheese, pulled pork & pickled Jalapeno
  • Pulled Pork Sandwich
    looks good
  [CLOSED]; lunch truck/RV; Flea Market at Logan & Milwaukee
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Off the Hook Specials"
  (4 restaurants - Include Closed)    
Aired on: January 14, 2008 
Aired on: January 14, 2008