After 55 years in business, Catelli's closed in 1991. But in 2010, brother-sister duo Domenica and Nick Catelli reopened the restaurant and brought the old family recipes back to life. Guy stopped by for Jack's Covelo Beef Meatball Sliders. But the ravioli? Two words: handmade perfection.
Don't let the facade of this quaint restaurant in a funky hotel fool you: They have everything south of the border, including a variety of vegetarian fare. Visiting on Triple D, Guy found a taste of every Latin country, including amazing arepas stuffed so big they resemble overflowing clamshells.
Visit The Blue Door Pub to find out why Guy said, "I'd like to float on that burger to Flavortown!" Try the signature stuffed burger made with blue cheese and garlic, known as the Blucy, or go bold and sample more-unusual offerings, like the burger topped with red currant jelly.
The ingredients at this farm-to-table restaurant are sourced locally. Try the harvested cranberry wild rice bread in the French toast. You’ll find all the American classics and pop culture favorites, such as Korean-style barbecue ribs, pizza and Baja fish tacos, plus a gluten-free selection.
Named after the family's best friend, J.J. McBrewster's is known for scratch-made cooking. Try the hickory-smoked goat platter and mutton dinner. Guy claims the barbecue Melon Sauce at this Western Kentucky eatery should be renamed the "Rich Mahogany" for its dark, smoky flavor.
For more than 60 years, politicians and hungry tourists have ventured to DC's Tune Inn for classic, greasy dive food. Guy raved about the Bon Ton sauce used generously for such specials as Joe's West Virginia sandwich made with American cheese and the beer-battered burger, dripping with flavor.
Located in the heart of California's wine country, this espresso and wine bar celebrates food, wine and art. Guy enjoyed the creamy feta and tangy chimichurri in the lamb burger and he devoured the borscht made with fresh local produce. The smoked duck sandwich with melted Gruyere is also popular.
Jersey native Blair Laing is making Garden State classics and 33 different cheese steaks. Guy fell head over heels when he bit into the Wildwood Cheese Steak with blue cheese, meatballs and rib eye. The chicken salad sandwich with homemade bread and the loaded chips with BBQ sauce also impressed.
This family owned and operated diner is famous for its Snapper Soup. Guy recommends this "savory" gravylike soup, which has chewy chunks of snapper turtle, to those who want to try something different. Pasta lovers should come here for the "perfectly balanced" handmade ravioli and marinara sauce.
After a hard day at work, locals like to come here to enjoy a hearty home cooked meal. Guy said the firm and tender dumplings in the chicken and dumpling soup were "righteous." The nutty monster caramel pecan roll had a great doughy texture too. Also popular are the breakfast burritos and hash.
The Dad's Burger is so popular that when the current owners bought the restaurant, they kept it on the menu. Guy describes the signature 8-ounce bacon and blue cheese-encrusted beef patty as the most "righteous" and "juiciest" burger ever. If you prefer chicken, try the Hot Blonde with avocado.
Owner Corey Wry knows how to make some dreamy burger combos. One of the Triple-D fan-favorite burgers is Auntie Laurie's burger on a pretzel bun. If you're a meat lover, try the 7-Burger stuffed with BBQ brisket, bacon and a double patty. For a side of fries, order the Sweet Potato with Maple Mayo.
The starter for the dough from this pizza shop is from an Italian island and is 200 years old. The "crazy good" Bacon and Clam Pizza impressed Guy with its generous amounts of toppings, great texture and chew. He also appreciated the salami and beef filled fried ravioli with marinara dipping sauce.
This 71-year-old family-run fried chicken dive is now teaching the fourth generation the secrets to its craft. Guy loved the crunch and seasoning of the fried chicken dinner, which comes with a breast, a thigh, a wing and a long leg, as well as hush puppies, fries, coleslaw and potato salad.
The polka music, Polish party atmosphere and great-tasting food make this establishment a local favorite. Guy thought that the fried potato and cheese pierogi were delicious and he loved the savory and fatty prime rib sandwich. After dinner, don't be afraid to break out some of your polka moves.
Make restaurant favorites at home with copycat recipes from FN Magazine.
Let Guy take you on a coast-to-coast tour Friday at 9|8c.