serving neo New York, Neapolitan pizza; "Simple. Consistent. Delicious...An easy atmosphere. Filled with music, and the smells of cooking. Posters from concerts we went to hanging on the walls. Enough room to have a good time." (from its website); special appearance: celebrity chef Christian Petroni
I Bigoli con Ragù d’Anatra (Duck Ragu) typical of Veneto, bigoli are a type of rough long pasta served w/ duck ragù; "tender, great depth of flavor...no filler, all thriller...gives me goosebumps" -Guy Fieri; looks good
La Lasagna al Tartufo a il Pastaficio creation made w/ truffles & mushrooms; vegetarian
opened in 2016; French inspired bakery "specializes in artisanal breads, pastries, desserts, macarons, signature cakes, savory items & more" (from its website)
Fresh Clam Pizza shucked-to-order littleneck clams baked on fresh dough w/ a mixture of garlic & spices, served w/ fresh lemon wedges; "it is widely considered one of the best clam pizzas in America" (from its website); looks good
Cheese Truck Challenge challenge: 10 grilled cheese sandwiches (6-lbs) in 1 hr; win and name a sandwich and free grilled cheese for 1 yr; "King Hungry VIII" (Rick Best-Yale student) lost
"Nazir" Burger not on the menu; 30-day dry aged beef patty topped w/ hickory-smoked Portuguese sausage, brie cheese, garlic kale, tomato, fried egg, tocino mayo & Francesinha sauce on a bolo roll
est. 2013; "menu of locally sourced, creative American comfort food w/ a focus on America's most beloved dish, the burger" (from its website); plus craft beers, bourbon selection, cocktails & wine list
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Bar Food); est. 1988; casual restaurant known for its awarding-winning chicken wings, eclectic menu ranging from traditional pub fare & comfort food to contemporary seasonal specials, family-friendly atmosphere, local & national craft beer, & in a historic building which dates back to 1789
"inspired by the beach culture of the Greek Islands, offering traditional taverna fare with a coastal vibe in a relaxed atmosphere" (from its website); celebrity appearance: sportscaster Dan Patrick
The "Big Kahuna" Challenge 8-scoop, 7-topping, banana, brownie, whipped cream & 4 cherry sundae, weighs over 5 lbs; finish in under 20 minutes to win wall of fame recognition, gift card & t-shirt; Casey won
Throwdown: Bobby Flay won [recipe]; gourmet pie shop serving handmade sweet and savory pies, an array of handmade cookies, tea breads, puff pastry, cheesecakes & other unique baked goods; 1st place winner in National Pie Championships for 2007, 2008 & 2009
since 1971; fresh seafood; clam bake w/ outdoor dining using tree stumps as chairs encircling bright red tables; seasonal (Apr - Oct) & weather permitting (call in advance); "There’s no place, quite like this place, anywhere near this place, so this must be The Place."; looks fun
Red Potato Pizza award-winning top seller; house crust w/ sour cream, sliced red potatoes, sharp cheddar cheese, chives & choice of bacon, broccoli or both; "it tastes like a baked potato!" -Hannah Chloe