Dig into BBQ dishes with a kick at Cowgirl. Spike up the spice factor with the smoking-hot pulled pork sandwich, or indulge in the Five Pepper Nachos with Salsa Diablo (add brisket for extra decadence). The Frito Pie is also a standout, complete with Fritos, chili, sour cream, cheese and jalapenos.

When cravings for Thanksgiving food hit you, have no fear: The Bobbie sandwich served at Capriotti’s is sure to satisfy — and it’s available all year long. Every morning, a 24-pound turkey is roasted until it’s fall-apart tender, and then it’s shredded and piled high on soft Italian rolls. These holiday-worthy sandwiches are finished with housemade cranberry sauce and stuffing.

This modern American restaurant delivers an ultra-decadent spin on the classic chocolate chip cookie. Instead of regular chips, this cookie features rich chunks of Belgian semisweet chocolate. A quick turn in the oven results in an extra-crisp exterior that gives way to a gooey center. The cookie is baked and served in a miniature skillet, and comes topped with a scoop of vanilla gelato drizzled with chocolate syrup and flanked by two mounds of whipped cream.

Head to this food truck for Mexican favorites like tacos and burritos with a smoky barbecue twist. Come for the meaty entrees, but don’t leave without the Cajeta-Stuffed Churros. A vanilla-laced batter is fried in sweet duck fat until it transforms into fluffy churro balls. The fried treats are then rolled in cinnamon sugar, stuffed with cajeta (a caramel sauce made from goat’s milk) and drizzled with caramel and chocolate ganache. Fiery jalapeno bacon crumbles complete the creation.

Two comfort foods make for an indulgent combo at this spot. The 10 Mile Burger stars a pork-and-bacon patty topped with a melty layer of Monterey Jack cheese and a fried egg. Pair it with the Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Molten Cake: A hot, fudgy filling flows out when you dig into this rich treat.

What started as a simple tortilla factory in 1964 has grown into an empire of more than 60 taco shops serving up real-deal Mexican food. Guy raves about Roberto’s carne asada burrito, which features juicy beef, fresh pico de gallo and cool guacamole, all wrapped up in a toasted tortilla.

Rao’s classic Italian-American cuisine is legendary. The tangy lemon chicken and the tender meatballs made of beef, pork and veal taste like they came straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Another must-try is the Beef Lasagna featuring ricotta, pecorino, mozzarella and a sausage-studded Bolognese sauce.

The Slider Burgers with Cheese and Onions served at this Hackensack fixture are a favorite of both Alex Guarnaschelli and Guy Fieri (who said he could eat “18 or 75” of them). These three-bite beauties feature griddled patties cooked with thin-sliced onions and served beneath a blanket of melty American cheese. Michael Psilakis likens these sliders to “tiny hockey pucks of joy.”

Stop by this old-school Hoboken joint to listen to some Sinatra on the jukebox while savoring classic sandwiches. A must-try is the cheesesteak: a grilled slab of marbled rib eye is topped with melty American cheese and caramelized onions, then piled onto a sliced hunk of bread from a local bakery.

Sometimes the most-beloved dishes are surprisingly unfussy — like the roast beef and mozzarella sandwich from Fiore’s. To build this sandwich, layers of tender roast beef and creamy, housemade mozzarella cheese are nestled on crusty Italian bread. A generous ladle of savory au jus gravy finishes the creation.

This tiny shop slings massive subs piled high with meaty layers and fresh fixings. Guy is a fan of the Italian Sub: An 18-inch roll made by a local baker is layered with crisp lettuce, provolone cheese and a hearty trio of Italian meats, then finished with oil, seasoning and crushed cherry peppers.

This old-school Italian hideaway is famous for its simplicity — cash only, BYOB and no official website — but it doesn’t need the frills. After all, the standout Italian classics are what draw the crowds. Alex Guarnaschelli recommends the Veal Parmigiana, a tender, breaded bone-in veal chop that’s blanketed in a melty layer of buffalo mozzarella and finished with a housemade marinara sauce.

For the ultimate in comfort food indulgence, order the Mac & Cheese Waffle at this steakhouse. Every morsel is filled with cheesy decadence. After the mac and cheese is cooled, it gets a quick breading, then it's cooked in a waffle iron until it's golden on the outside and gooey on the inside.

Celebrate any day in decadent style with the "Party Like It's Your Birthday" Cake at the Las Vegas outpost of this famed dessert spot. The over-the-top treat features whipped cream, confetti-spiked cake and the three classic Neapolitan ice cream flavors. It all adds up to a 16-layer masterpiece.

With Las Vegas’ reputation for excess, decadent bites abound, but this food truck offers a sure bet when it comes to indulgent burgers. Jet Tila’s go-to burger is the Tamago: A marinated beef patty topped with fried egg, teriyaki sauce, fried onions and wasabi mayo makes for a medley of flavors.