Stake your claim to a superior cut at The Butcher Shop restaurant, which is known for its hickory charcoal steaks. Options range from a classic prime rib to a bacon-wrapped filet mignon stuffed with mushrooms and cheese.

The recipe to Gus's hot and spicy fried chicken has been in the family since 1953 and has remained a secret since then. Not even owner Terry Bonner's wife knows. One thing, however, is certain. Claire Robinson adores this chicken, along with maybe the entire city of Memphis, Tennessee.

On Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate, Alex Guarnaschelli indulges in farm fresh Smoked Pork Belly Sliders from Odd Duck Farm to Trailer, dishing out sustainably raised meals on wheels, in Austin, TX.

On The Best Thing I Ever Ate, pork fanatic Chris Cosentino speaks anything but "bunk" about Bunk's Pork Belly Cubano. Bunk's take on the iconic Cuban sandwich uses knock-out pork belly grilled with mustard, Swiss and ham. But the roast beef sandwich with sharp cheddar is utter, delicious nonsense. Guy Fieri became a fellow fan of the sandwich shop after sampling a pork-centric spin on a Reuben, as well as a between-the-bread creation stuffed with salt cod. “Get the funk at Bunk,” he declared.

Adam Gertler's love of City Tavern Restaurant (established in 1774) doesn't begin with its craft beers or flaky Colonial Turkey Pot Pie. Instead, it begins with the West Indies Pepperpot Soup made with beef, allspice and habanero. Or, as Gertler lovingly calls it: "a palate-searing demon broth."

Marc Summers, of Food Network's The Best Thing I Ever Ate, often dines at Buddakan in Philadelphia, PA, a stylish restaurant serving Asian fusion cuisine.

The Continental's retro decorations include toothpicked green olives for light fixtures and a modern bar sleek enough for Frank Sinatra. But the menu is the true star: Anne Burrell devours the Crispy Calamari Salad, while locals can't get enough of the Cheesesteak Eggrolls.

On The Best Thing I Ever Ate, Michael Symon, burger specialist, admits "mastery on a bun" comes from Ray’s Place and the humongous Mo-Fo Burger made with two 6-ounce beef patties, smoky bacon, cheese and more. After 36 years, it's still the best complement to Ray's jerk fries and beer.

One whiff of the Conchinillo Asada at Amada and you’ll be hooked, according to our own Adam Gertler. Amada’s known for its authentic Spanish tapas, like garlic shrimp and lamb meatballs. Call in advance and they’ll make a whole hog, too.

Philadelphia may not be Crepe City, but Creperie Beau Monde definitely makes crepes worthy of France. Co-owner Jim Caiola studied crepe making in Brittany, France, and his aunt and uncle also crafted their recipe from their native Brittany. The result? One of Alton’s favorite wrapped foods.

Consider this: A hoagie stuffed with falafel, an omelet, gooey cheese, grilled peppers and then drizzled with a generous serving of Sriracha. For Robert, this hoagie seen on The Best Thing I Ever Ate was an unforgettable, hidden treasure. But here's a hint: between 31st and 32nd streets on Ludlow.

It takes a special genius to make a grilled cheese lasagna sandwich. Lucky for Ohio diners, Matt Fish opened Melt Bar & Grilled with the lasagna Godfather sandwich. But he didn't stop there: The Monster grilled cheese goes mad scientist with its 13 different cheeses and three slices of bread.

The Junk Yard Special at Sarcone's Deli is anything but a pile of junk. Owner Anthony Bucci stuffs mozzarella, provolone, spinach, roasted peppers, fresh basil and more inside delicious sesame seed bread. That's why Adam Gertler calls this Philly fave "hoagie heaven" on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. It is also home to the famous Tomato Pie. The Tomato Pie was born of the extra dough left over at the end of the day. The dough is topped with a simple tomato sauce, oregano and olive oil and baked in a 50-foot-long brick oven.

Eating mashed potatoes is second nature for Robert Irvine. But Parc Brasserie's have to be his favorite. They're silky-smooth, and when paired with the 1/2 Roast Chicken they're "sheer genius." But before savoring the mashed pommes de terre, try the Warm Shrimp Salad with lemon beurre blanc.

Michael Symon grew up with plenty of memorable meals. But on The Best Thing I Ever ate, he reminisces about Bucci's and its Cavatelli. The pillowy dumplings made with ricotta and tomato sauce take Michael back, but diners keep returning for the classic Bucci lasagna baked to bubbly perfection.