This spot has been slinging burgers since original owner Helen "Bebe" Hackney served them with brews on her back porch during the Prohibition era. A standout is The Famous Hackneyburger, served on dark rye with a brick (yes, a brick) of onion rings on the side. As Guy proclaimed, ''It's all-American, baby.''

The Carne Asada a la Oaxaquena at Frontera Grill requires no less than 16 ingredients. Even then, Alex wants to steal the recipe and the chefs — she's that jealous. Chef Rick Bayless is known for his mastery of Mexican cuisine, so the carne asada is to die for, as are his Yucatecan ceviches.

A tasty mix of traditional and contemporary dim sum abounds at Yank Sing. Chef Chris Cosentino is a fan of the Baked BBQ Pork Buns, describing them as "sticky, golden brown, just enough bun, lots of yum." Also try the Shanghai Dumpling filled with minced Kurobuta pork, scallions, ginger and broth.

Hollywood hot dog legend Pink's Hot Dogs is one of the most - if not the most - famous and busiest hot dog stands in the country. Dishing up dogs since 1939, their Chili Cheese Dog is still a favorite of customers (and of Bobby Flay), having been chomped on by The Best Of, FoodNation and Throwdown.

At the L'Auberge Restaurant in Sedona, Ariz., Rachael had only one word to describe the magnificent scenery: heaven. The food, consisting of traditional French cuisine like fois gras and pain perdu (French toast) with an almond crust, is just as great as the location. (270)