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12 BonesSee 12 Bones Video ($$)
(1144 ratings)

5 Foundy St Map It!
Asheville, NC 28801
(828) 253-4499
www.12bones.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Ribs"
  • Blueberry Chipotle Ribs
    pork ribs smoked in oak for 3 hrs & then grilled & glazed w/ homemade blueberry Chipotle sauce; sauce available online; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1144 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Ribs); serves lunch only
Amos Mosquito's Restaurant & Bar ($$)
(793 ratings)

703 E Fort Macon Rd Map It!
Atlantic Beach, NC 28512
(252) 247-6222
amosmosquitos.com
  • Buzz-Buzz Shrimp
    early Mississippi browns (shrimp), lightly fried & tossed in sweet & spicy "buzz-buzz" sauce; served w/ fresh pineapple slaw; looks good!
  • Southern Fried Pork Chops
    boneless chop seasoned w/ "secret" 11 herbs & spices, fried & topped w/ tasso gravy; served w/ smashed potatoes & sauteed spinach; looks good
  • Southwest Style Tuna
    grilled or blackened local tuna served atop a homemade black bean cake, topped w/ roasted corn & avocado pico de gallo, finished w/ spicy red bell pepper emulsion; looks good
4.5 out of 5
793 ratings
opened in 1999; casual joint serving coastal comfort cuisine; name came from a knock-knock joke
Bang Bang Burgers ($$)
(853 ratings)

2001 E 7th St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 375-4505
bangbangburgersclt.com
  • Fried Sweet Potato Brie Burger
    topped w/ maple cranberry sauce
  • Pimento Burger
    homemade pimento cheese & fried pickles; looks good
4.5 out of 5
853 ratings
burgers from the highest quality, Black Angus whole muscle cuts of short rib & chuck produced by NYC's own Pat La Frieda
Cast Iron Kitchen ($$)
(434 ratings)

8024 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28411
(910) 821-8461
castiron-kitchen.com
  • Dirty South Biscuit
    southern fried chicken tenderloin, bacon, runny egg, muenster & pepper jack cheeses w/ sausage gravy
  • Not My Momma's Meatloaf
    house made meatloaf w/ ground beef & pork, fried egg, caramelized sweet onion, arugula, tomato, aged cheddar, herb aioli & Texas Pete hollandaise served on a toasted bun; "this is outstanding!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
434 ratings
mom-and-pop joint serving North Carolina favorites w/ a twist; serving breakfast & lunch only (check website for updated info)
Ceviche's ($$)
(623 ratings)

7210 Wrightsville Ave Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 256-3131
www.wbceviche.com
  • Ropa Vieja
    braised & shredded beef in a spicy pepper broth served w/ coconut rice & mixed vegetables; looks good
  • Sancocho
    Panama's national dish; soup w/ chicken, sweet potato, yucca, plantains & corn in a spicy cilantro broth; served w/ a side of coconut rice
4.5 out of 5
623 ratings
"Inspired By My Upbringing In Panama, Central America - Fishing With My Dad In Both The Pacific And Atlantic Oceans, Picking Fresh Mangos At The Bus Stop For Breakfast & Epic Surfing Trips (I Vividly Remember My First Barrel). I Wanted To Bring That Feeling To Wrightsville Beach With A Staple In The Panamanian Diet, Ceviche, Tropical Fruit, Plantains, Etc.." - Hunter Tiblier, Owner.
Cheese SmithSee Cheese Smith Video ($$)
(106 ratings)

624 S 17th St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 231-0808
www.cheesesmithco.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On Wheels"
  • "Buffalo Baby" Grilled Cheese
    havarti, braised buffalo chicken, homemade buttermilk ranch, quick pickled carrot & celery slaw; looks good
4.5 out of 5
106 ratings
opened in 2018; food truck specializing in creative grilled cheese concoctions
Copper Penny ($$)
(1187 ratings)

109 Chestnut St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1373
www.copperpennync.com
  • 109 Chestnut Chicken Sandwich
    signature sandwich; mushroom, chicken, Provolone, chipotle mayo served on toasted sub roll; named after the restaurant address; looks good
  • Hot Roast Pork Sandwich
    sliced pork loin, sauteed spinach, Provolone, garlic aioli on a sub w/ side of au jus for dipping; looks good!
  • Onion Rings
    looks good
4.5 out of 5
1187 ratings
small funky joint owned/operated by husband-wife duo serving simple, but real-deal food
Fork N Cork ($$)
(1045 ratings)

122 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 228-5247
www.theforkncork.com
  • Confit Duck Wings
    deep fried confit duck wings served w/ choice of sauce: Charmoula (delicious Moroccan sauce), Hot Honey Garlic, Peach BBQ, Raspberry Chipotle, Creole Rosemary Honey Mustard or Habanero Orange Marmalade; Guy liked w/ Habanero Orange Marmalade
  • Wellington Bites
    Beef Wellington in a puff pastry; served w/ side of port wine cherry sauce & horseradish cream sauce; call to check availability; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1045 ratings
higher end comfort food in 40-seat joint
Papi Queso ($)
(290 ratings)

1115 N Brevard St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28206
(704) 999-1764
www.facebook.com/PapiQues...
  • "The Pig Mac"
    grilled cheese sandwich w/ pulled pork, bourbon onions, mac 'n' cheese, cheddar; looks good
  • Mushroom Gruyere Grilled Cheese
    w/ truffle spread, pan-roasted mushrooms, Gruyere cheese; recommend dipping w/ tomato soup (if available); "out of all the grilled cheese I've ever had, that's the peak" -Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
290 ratings
est. 2012; started as a food truck, now fixed joint specializing in gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches
PinPoint Restaurant ($$)
(351 ratings)

114 Market St Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 769-2972
pinpointrestaurant.com
  • Catfish & Grits
    catfish brined & cold-smoked, pressed in corn meal & fried; served on grits & vegetables; topped w/ green tomato slaw & lemon-brown butter
4.5 out of 5
351 ratings
locally sourced New American meals, including many seafood dishes
Pizzeria Toro ($$)
(965 ratings)

105 E Chapel Hill St Map It!
Durham, NC 27701
(919) 908-6936
www.pizzeriatoro.com
  • Crispy Pig Ears
    strips of dredged & fried pig ears on a bed of seasonal fruit mostarda w/ white whine & spices; "it has it all!" -Pati Jinich; looks good
4.5 out of 5
965 ratings
opened in 2012; modern pizza parlor w/ wood fired pies, Italian wines, beers & cocktails
Skylight Inn BBQSee Skylight Inn BBQ Video ($)
(229 ratings)

4618 Lee St Map It!
Ayden, NC 28513
(252) 746-4113
www.skylightinnbbq.com
  • Whole Hog Pulled Pork
    BBQ sauce is spicy tomato-vinegar-based; looks good; use oak wood charcoal and cooked for 16 hrs; comes w/ homemade coleslaw, potato salad and corn bread; whole pig can feed up to 80 people!
4.5 out of 5
229 ratings
#90 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); #3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best BBQ); est. 1947; James Beard award winner (American Classics - 2003)
Sweet PotatoesSee Sweet Potatoes Video ($$)
(861 ratings)

607 N Trade St NW Map It!
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
(336) 727-4844
www.sweetpotatoes.ws
  • Sweet Potato Bread Pudding
    topeed w/ bourbon caramel sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
861 ratings
TIN Kitchen ($)
(189 ratings)

Charlotte, NC 28202
(704) 750-0477
www.tinkitchen.com
  • Buffalo Cauliflower Sliders
    cauliflower steak-sliced w/ buffalo sauce; served w/ slaw, blue cheese
  • Chana Masala Tacos
    chickpea-based sauce & topped w/ apricot & Medjool date couscous; looks good
4.5 out of 5
189 ratings
since 2011; food truck; go to website to find locations
Winnie's TavernSee Winnie's Tavern Video ($$)
(226 ratings)

1895 Burnett Blvd Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28401
(910) 762-1799
www.wilmingtonsbestburger...
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Stacked"
  • "Trailer Park" Burger
    bacon cheeseburger w/ jalapeno pimiento cheese & Cajun fried green tomatoes, plus chipotle mayo, onion, lettuce, bread & butter pickles; "it's like a buffet for your mouth!" -Fanny Slater
4.5 out of 5
226 ratings
opened in 1962; family-run bar & restaurant known for burgers
300 EastSee 300 East Video ($$)
(959 ratings)

300 East Blvd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28203
(704) 332-6507
www.300east.net
  • Butterscotch Ice Cream Sandwich
    Sorghum molasses cookies w/ side caramelized pineapple; "one of the best desserts I've ever had on Triple-D" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Lamb & Mushroom Ragout
    served on Bosky Acres goat cheese ravioli w/ lemon-mint-goat cheese butter
4.0 out of 5
959 ratings
opened in 1986; independent, mother-and-daughter-owned casual dining establishment offering creative American-Eclectic cuisine in a fun & historic house built in 1900
Cabo Fish TacoSee Cabo Fish Taco Video ($$)
(1533 ratings)

3201 N Davidson St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 332-8868
www.cabofishtaco.com
4.0 out of 5
1533 ratings
Coastal CravingsSee Coastal Cravings Video ($$)
(857 ratings)

1209 Duck Rd Map It!
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
(252) 480-0032
www.cravingsobx.com
  • Seared Scallops
    served on lobster sauce seasoned w/ truffle oil; "up there in some of the best scallops I've ever had...cuz this scallop is out of bounds!"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Steamer Pots To Go
    a cooking pot loaded w/ the fresh catch nightly preparation of the Outer Banks "Local Catch" (depending on season/catch, it can include oysters, middle-neck clams, snow crab legs, shrimp, red potatoes, smoked sausage, corn on the cob); served in a tin can which you can order to-go & use to cook; Carolina coast tradition
4.0 out of 5
857 ratings
funky little joint connected to a gas station-convenient store; drive-through service available; Other Recipes: Jicama Chayote Slaw
DishSee Dish Video ($)
(658 ratings)

1220 Thomas Ave Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 344-0343
www.eatatdish.com
  • Chicken and Dumplings
    top seller; made from scratch; looks good
  • Salmon Patties
    fresh salmon broken down from whole fish; formed into patties, padded w/ Panko (Japanese bread crumbs) & skillet fried; served w/ honey-orange butter
4.0 out of 5
658 ratings
opened in 2002; southern comfort food; "disarmingly unpretentious kind of joint you immediately warm to as though it were your mama's or grandma's kitchen" (from its website)
Flaming Amy's Burrito Barn ($)
(695 ratings)

4002 Oleander Dr Map It!
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 799-2919
flamingamysburritobarn.co...
  • "Churkeychanga"
    seasonal item; roasted turkey breast, mashed garlic red skin potatoes, jalapeno cornbread stuffing, flour tortilla, deep fried & served w/ jalapeno cream gravy & cranberry salsa
  • Notorious P.I.G.
    a flour tortilla filled w/ slow-roasted Cuban pork, bacon, chorizo, cheese, sriracha slaw & chipotle BBQ sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
695 ratings
est. 2000; "hot, fast, cheap & easy" (from its website); known for Mexican favorites, vegan options & salsa bar
Floyd's 1921 Restaurant & Catering ($$)
(246 ratings)

400 Bridges St Map It!
Morehead City, NC 28557
(252) 727-1921
floyds1921.com
  • Red Neck Egg Rolls
    Carolina BBQ pork egg rolls; served w/ sweet chili sauce & wasabi slaw; looks good
  • Shrimp Napoleon
    sauteed shrimp & mozzarella cheese layered between grit cakes & topped w/ tasso ham & roasted red pepper gravy; looks good!
4.0 out of 5
246 ratings
since 2005; elevated Southern cuisine; "High Quality Food and Exceptional Service" (from its website)
Intermezzo Pizzeria and CafeSee Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe Video ($$)
(409 ratings)

1427 E 10th St Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28204
(704) 347-2626
www.intermezzopizzeria.co...
  • Piroska
    Balkan style stuffed pizza w/ ham, mushrooms, mozzarella, ricotta cheese, sour cream; looks good
  • Sarma
    cabbage rolls w/ ground beef, rice, bacon, spices; served w/ house-made bread
4.0 out of 5
409 ratings
since 2007; serving hand-tossed pizza & unique Serbian dishes; Other Recipes: Eggplant Musaka
JJ's Red Hots ($)
(525 ratings)

1514 East Blvd Map It!
Charlotte, NC 28203
(980) 225-8880
jjsredhots.com
  • Chili Cheese Coney
    w/ housemade chili, shredded cheese, diced onions; looks good
  • Kasekreiner
    homemade traditional Austrian-sausage w/ cheese in middle topped w/ kraut, house-pickled onions, hot-blonde mustard on potato roll; looks good
4.0 out of 5
525 ratings
hot dog joint serving Sahlen's smokehouse as well as house-made hot dogs and sausages; Other Recipes: Hot Dog Chili
Lexington Barbecue ($)
(601 ratings)

100 Smokehouse Ln Map It!
Lexington, NC 27295
(336) 249-9814
  • Chopped Shoulder Pork
    looks good
4.0 out of 5
601 ratings
Ortegaz RestaurantSee Ortegaz Restaurant Video ($$)
(240 ratings)

201 Sir Walter Raleigh St Map It!
Manteo, NC 27954
(252) 473-5911
www.ortegaz.com
  • Blackfin Tuna Tacos
    in homemade tortillas & topped w/ cilantro & lime sauce; looks good
  • Shrimp & Chorizo Alfredo
  • Soft-Shell Crab Quesadilla
    seasonal only
4.0 out of 5
240 ratings
opened in 2007; southwestern flair w/ a relaxed, casual atmosphere; husband-and-wife team who switch every 6 mo. from cooking to hosting
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