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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Fred's Texas Cafe [CLOSED] ($$)
(672 ratings)

915 Currie St Map It!
Fort Worth, TX 76107
(817) 332-0083
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "All Kinds of Classics"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Bringin' Home the Bacon, Burger and BBQ!"
  • Cheeseburger
    looks good
  • New Mexico-style Green Chili and Lamb Stew
    seasonal
  • Rib Eye Steak
    pan-seared & topped w/ chipotle brown butter
  • The Holy Cristo
    mashup of funnel cake, hot dog in battered & deep-fried pretzel bun & monte cristo sandwich & topped w/ raspberry sauce
 4.0 out of 5
672 ratings		 [CLOSED]; USA Today - 51 Best Burger Joints (2010); Martin Sheen was eating there on show
Fuku Burger [CLOSED]See Fuku Burger Video
(172 ratings)

3743 S Las Vegas Blvd Map It!
Las Vegas, NV 89109
As Seen On:
All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Pizza and Burgers"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Salty Addictions"
  • Tamago Burger
    all-beef Fuku-patty w/ furikake seasoning, teriyaki & wasabi mayo, finished w/ crispy onion strings & a fried egg
 4.0 out of 5
172 ratings		 [CLOSED]; still a food truck (check website for location); serving all-American burgers w/ a Japanese twist
Gato [CLOSED]See Gato Video ($$$)
(1156 ratings)

324 Lafayette St Map It!
New York, NY 10012
(212) 334-6400
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Decadent and Delicious"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Fried Fabulous Fun"
  • Apple Tarte Tatin
    apple tart topped w/ salted Calvados caramel & vanilla-black pepper gelato; looks good
  • Scrambled Eggs
    w/ almond romesco, boucheron cheese, tomato confit toast
 4.0 out of 5
1156 ratings		 [CLOSED]; one of Bobby Flay's restaurants expressing Mediterranean food, drink & design; located in 100-year-old building
Gibsons Bar & SteakhouseSee Gibsons Bar & Steakhouse Video ($$$)
(2520 ratings)

1028 N Rush St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 266-8999
www.gibsonssteakhouse.com...
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Deep-Fried Sweet Tooth"
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Desserts"
  • Macadamia Turtle Pie
    1-foot tall pie w/ macadamia nut-wafer crust layered w/ vanilla ice cream, more macadamia nut mix, caramel-chocolate sauce, more ice cream & topped w/ whole macadamia nuts
  • Meaning of Life (Cake)
    5-layer cake w/ chocolate mousse, bananas, raspberries, whipped cream; each slice is approx. 6-lbs; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2520 ratings		 #5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Desserts); autographed photographs of athletes, politicians, movie stars, rock stars, entertainers on walls
Giordano's PizzeriaSee Giordano's Pizzeria Video ($$)
(1420 ratings)

223 W Jackson Blvd Map It!
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 583-9400
www.giordanos.com
As Seen On:
101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown, Episode: "Countdown 101-81"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "The Deep Fried!"
Pizza Paradise
  • Pizza
    Stuffed deep-dish; Tia gets w/ sausage & pepperoni; Stuffed deep-dish
 4.0 out of 5
1420 ratings		 #88 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); est. 1974
Greenblatt's Deli [CLOSED]See Greenblatt's Deli Video ($$)
(823 ratings)

8017 Sunset Blvd Map It!
West Hollywood, CA 90046
(323) 656-0606
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Ooey-Gooey Obsessions"
  • #3 Pastrami Sandwich
    w/ Swiss cheese, cole slaw & Russian dressing on pumpernickel; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
823 ratings		 [CLOSED]; est. 1926; catered to the entertainment industry & been "The Place To Go" in Hollywood for Deli including Marilyn Monroe, Joe DiMaggio, Groucho Marx, Janis Joplin, Bing Crosby, Rita Hayworth, Kirk Douglas, Marlon Brando, Peter Lorre, John Belushi, Danny Kaye & Billie Holiday (from its website)
Grove Hill [CLOSED] ($$)
(85 ratings)

25 Pleasant Dr Map It!
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
(440) 247-4800
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Splurge with No Regrets"
  • Chicken Before the Egg (Chopped Chicken Livers)
    duck fat english muffin bread, candied bacon, sunnyside egg
 4.0 out of 5
85 ratings		 [CLOSED]
Hash House A Go GoSee Hash House A Go Go Video ($$)
(4096 ratings)

6800 W Sahara Ave Map It!
Las Vegas, NV 89146
(702) 804-4646
www.hashhouseagogo.com
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Double-Down Chow Down!"
Man v. Food, Episode: "Las Vegas"
  • Fried Chicken Eggs Benedict
    w/ maple reduction, 2 eggs, bacon mashed potatoes & biscuit
 4.0 out of 5
4096 ratings		 parent location in San Diego--also located in Reno; serves "Twisted Farm Food"; large sizes
Holeman & Finch [CLOSED]See Holeman & Finch Video ($$)
(1359 ratings)

2277 Peachtree Rd NE Map It!
Atlanta, GA 30309
(404) 948-1175
As Seen On:
America's Best, Episode: "American Classics"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Burgers"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Deep-Fried Decadence"
  • The Burger (Double Cheeseburger)
    only 24 burgers served after 10pm...sometimes selling out w/in minutes; everything is homemade including bun, ketchup, mustard, pickles; not on menu, served after 10pm, only 24 burgers per night; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1359 ratings		 [CLOSED]; #1 (America's Best: American Classics); according to website, burgers are also a regular part of Sunday brunch offering
Hometown Bar-B-Que ($$)
(1052 ratings)

454 Van Brunt St Map It!
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(347) 294-4644
www.hometownbarbque.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Let's Do Lunch"
Burgers, Brew & 'Que, Episode: "Ooey, Gooey and Cheesy"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Super-Stuffed Gluttony!"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Lip-Smacking Barbecue"
  • Lamb Belly Banh Mi
    smoked pulled lamb belly w/ hot & sweet sauce, pickled Daikon & carrot, cilantro on baguette; looks good
  • Chinese Sticky Ribs
    smoked pork ribs lathered w/ Asian sauce & grilled; looks good
  • Beef Ribs
    smoked for 9-10 hrs; Aaron recommends side of potato salad; looks good
  • Korean Sticky Ribs
    babyback ribs, smoked in white oak & then deep-fried; topped w/ chopped cashew & scallions; looks good
  • Lamb Belly
    smoked for 8-10 hrs on white oak; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1052 ratings		 opened in 2013; first-come-first-serve walk-up counter-service bar-b-que hall until BBQ is sold out; live music on weekend nights
Hopdoddy Burger BarSee Hopdoddy Burger Bar Video ($$)
(5213 ratings)

1400 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 243-7505
www.hopdoddy.com
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Plead Guilty to Pastrami, Poutine and Pork!"
  • Poutine Burger Special
    fresh-ground burger topped w/ fries, gravy, cheese, caramelized onions, fried egg & "sassy" sauce; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
5213 ratings		 multiple locations
Hugo'sSee Hugo's Video ($$)
(1425 ratings)

8401 Santa Monica Blvd Map It!
West Hollywood, CA 90069
(323) 654-3993
hugosrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Wake-Up Call"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Guilty Obsessions"
  • Pasta Mama
    looks good
  • El Desayuno Burrito De La Casa
    breakfast burrito of eggs scrambled w/ sauteed tomatoes, peppers, onions & cilantro topped w/ slightly spicy roasted tomato chipotle sauce & melted mozzarella cheese or Daiya vegan cheese & garnished w/ guacamole; served w/ breakfast potatoes, turmeric ricen, or fresh fruit; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1425 ratings		 serving "stealthy healthy" meals (from its website)
IveyCake [CLOSED]See IveyCake Video ($$)
(37 ratings)

782 Old Hickory Blvd Map It!
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 942-6259
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Salty Addictions"
  • Spoiled Rotten Cupcake
    apple spice cake w/ apple cider buttercream, dipped in butterscotch; w/ or w/o toasted pecans; offered seasonally
 4.0 out of 5
37 ratings		 [CLOSED]
Joan's on ThirdSee Joan's on Third Video ($$)
(2563 ratings)

8350 W 3rd St Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 655-2285
www.joansonthird.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "With My Hands"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Salty Addictions"
  • Chocolate Coconut Cupcake
  • Short Rib Sandwich
    shredded short rib w/ melted jack cheese & sweet red onions on country white bread; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2563 ratings		 opened in 1995 as a catering company; opened storefront/restaurant in 1998
K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen [CLOSED]See K-Paul's Louisiana Kitchen Video ($$$)
(1444 ratings)

416 Chartres St Map It!
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 596-2530
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "The Classics"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Thanksgiving Madness"
Soul Food Paradise
  • Blackened Louisiana Drum (Redfish)
    fresh Drum fish from Louisiana waters seasoned & blackened in a cast iron skillet; served w/ drawn butter, potatoes & veggies
  • Turducken
    chicken stuffed in a duck that is then stuffed in a turkey
  • Chicken & Andouille Gumbo
    pan-braised chicken, Chef Paul's own Andouille sausage w/ fresh vegetables, cooked in a chicken stock & dark roux; served w/ rice; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1444 ratings		 [CLOSED]; opened in 1979; serving Cajun soul food; 200-seat dining area include seasonal balcony area on the second floor; international sensation
Keens SteakhouseSee Keens Steakhouse Video ($$$$)
(3187 ratings)

72 W 36th St Map It!
New York, NY 10018
(212) 947-3636
www.keens.com
As Seen On:
America's Best, Episode: "American Classics"
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Sensational Surprises"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Holiday Decadence"
Manliest Restaurants
  • Steak
    dry-aged for 3-4 weeks, thick-cut; looks good
  • Legendary Mutton Chop
    dry aged up to 1 week, served w/ jus, mint jelly & sauteed escarole; "now I'm hungry" -Richard Blais; large lamb chop
  • Prime Rib
    "King's cut" (huge...32-oz); looks good!
 4.0 out of 5
3187 ratings		 #3 (America's Best: American Classics); est. 1885; award-winning giant steaks & signature meats; owns the largest collection of churchwarden pipes in the world (many line the ceiling); historic photos/posters hung wall-to-wall; over 300 single-malts scotches available
Kitchen Consigliere ($$)
(361 ratings)

700 Haddon Ave Map It!
Collingswood, NJ 08108
(856) 854-2156
kitconcafe.com
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Super-Stuffed Gluttony!"
  • Eggplant Parmesan
    layers of lightly fried eggplant, ricotta & mozzarella baked & served in house marinara...more like a lasagna; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
361 ratings		 owner/chef went to prison & learned how to cook
Kuma's CornerSee Kuma's Corner Video ($$)
(5364 ratings)

2900 W Belmont Ave Map It!
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 604-8769
www.kumascorner.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "With Garlic"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Chicago's Finest"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Their Own Way"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Meat Lover Mania"
Hamburger Paradise 2
  • Plague Bringer Burger
    1-lb patty w/ roasted garlic mayo, extra raw garlic, homemade hot sauce, pepper jack cheese, jalapeno, tortilla chips (for crunch), lettuce, tomato & onion all on a pretzel roll; looks good
  • Black Sabbath Burger
    fan favorite; w/ blackening spice, chili, Pepper Jack, red onion; served on pretzel bun; "that's up there in the top 5 burgers on Triple-D"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Lair of the Minotaur Burger
    w/ caramelized onions, pancetta, brie, bourbon-soaked pears served on pretzel roll
  • Mastodon Burger
    10-oz burger w/ bacon, barbecue sauce, sharp cheddar & frizzled onions; looks good
  • Build-Your-Own Mac and Cheese
    choice of Andouille sausage, bacon, broccoli, caramelized onions, chicken, corn, garlic, green onion, jalapeno, peas, roasted red pepper and/or sundried tomatoes; looks good
  • Kuma Burger
    signature & top seller; w/ bacon, sharp cheddar, fried egg, lettuce, tomato & onion
 4.0 out of 5
5364 ratings		 opened in 2005; dive-bar where burgers named after heavy metal bands
Locanda VerdeSee Locanda Verde Video ($$$)
(1858 ratings)

377 Greenwich St Map It!
New York, NY 10013
(212) 925-3797
www.locandaverdenyc.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Crazy Good"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Savory Confessions"
  • Maple Budino
    dessert - flam/pudding
  • Lamb Meatball Sliders
    w/ caprino & cucumber; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
1858 ratings		 casual, energetic, affordable neighborhood Italian taverna
Lou Malnati's PizzeriaSee Lou Malnati's Pizzeria Video ($$)
(7257 ratings)

439 N Wells St Map It!
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 828-9800
www.loumalnatis.com
As Seen On:
All-Star Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Pizza and Burgers"
Food Wars, Episode: "Chicago: Pizza"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Decadent and Delicious"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Pizza Perfection"
Pizza Paradise
  • Loaded Combo Pizza
    deep-dish square-cut pizza w/ sausage, pepperoni, onions & mushrooms; looks good
  • Pizza
    signature deep-dish butter crust topped w/ cheese then sausage and tomato sauce; looks good; Anne gets the thin crust, "loaded" pie (pepperoni, sausage, green pepper, onions, mushrooms, black olives) & orders it well-done; sliced in squares; looks good; Deep-dish
  • Malnati Chicago Classic
    deep dish pizza w/ homemade lean sausage, some extra cheese & vine-ripened tomato sauce on buttercrust; looks good
  • The Lou Pizza
    deep-dish pizza w/ spinach mix (enhanced w/ garlic, basil & onion), mushrooms & sliced Roma tomatoes covered w/ three cheeses, on a garlic buttercrust; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
7257 ratings		 Food War: (deep-dish sausage) Uno's vs. Lou Malnati's; Lou Malnati's won (3-votes-to-0); opened in 1971; Lou Malnati left Pizzeria Uno to start his own restaurant; many other locations in Chicago area
Madonna Inn ($$$)
(1610 ratings)

100 Madonna Rd Map It!
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
(800) 543-9666
www.madonnainn.com
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet Eats vs. Decadent Treats"
  • Pink Champagne Cake
    layered white cake wrapped w/ pudding & topped w/ Guittard white chocolate ("hot pink white chocolate curly-Q's")
 4.0 out of 5
1610 ratings		 rating is for hotel; international landmark destination w/ 110 whimsical guestrooms, enchanting decor, spa, horseback riding, terrace pool & bar and multiple dining experiences; no, not affiliated w/ Madonna
Martin's Bar-B-Que JointSee Martin's Bar-B-Que Joint Video ($$)
(929 ratings)

3108 Belmont Blvd Map It!
Nashville, TN 37212
(615) 200-1181
www.martinsbbqjoint.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Triple D Nation: Wings 'n' Things"
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Deep-Fried Delights"
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Lip-Smacking Barbecue"
  • BBQ Nachos
    corn tortilla chips, pulled pork, queso, slaw, cilantro, sour cream, pickled jalapenos, lime wedges & Jack's Creek; looks good
  • Broccoli Salad
    a top side seller; looks good
  • Smoked Wings
  • Fried Bologna Sandwich
    1-inch thick sliced smoked bologna & flash-fried
  • Redneck Taco
    BBQ on top of cornbread hoe-cake topped w/ slaw & sauce; choose between pork, brisket, sausage, chicken, turkey or catfish (Michael gets the chicken)
  • Whole Hog Platter
    smoked w/ hickory pulled pork; Michael get sides: broccoli salad & hush puppies; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
929 ratings		 specialize in West Tennessee-style; multiple locations
MC KitchenSee MC Kitchen Video ($$$)
(406 ratings)

4141 NE 2nd Ave Map It!
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 456-9948
www.mckitchenmiami.com
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Cinnamon, Steak and Cake!"
  • Paccheri
    tubular pasta w/ gravy sauce w/ housemade sausage, mascarpone, broccoli rabe
 4.0 out of 5
406 ratings		 serving Italian cuisine; "one of the top 3 best Italian restaurants in the entire United States" -Rocco Dispirito
Mr Holmes Bakehouse [CLOSED]See Mr Holmes Bakehouse Video ($$)
(2468 ratings)

1042 Larkin St Map It!
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 829-7700
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Holy Moly Burgers!"
  • PB&J Cruffin
    layers-like croissant shaped like a muffin rolled in sugar & stuffed w/ PB & J filling; takes multi-day to make; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2468 ratings		 [CLOSED]; long lines
Mud Hen Tavern [CLOSED]See Mud Hen Tavern Video ($$)
(443 ratings)

742 N Highland Ave Map It!
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 203-0500
As Seen On:
Guilty Pleasures, Episode: "Sweet and Salty Addictions"
  • Chicken & Waffle Croquettes
    deep-fried waffle batter, chicken & bacon meatballs; topped spicy maple sauce
 4.0 out of 5
443 ratings		 [CLOSED]; casual neighborhood place
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