Episode
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives: Smokin' Southern Decadence
Overview
Low Country Steak (Atlanta, Ga.) • Meat Boss (Mobile, Ala.) This trip, Guy samplin' some decadent grub across the South. In Atlanta, rollin' into an old friend's next-level steakhouse for some rockin' meats and killer mac & cheese. And in Alabama, a family BBQ joint usin' some funky homemade equipment to smoke up rib candy burgers and brisket sammies with Alabama white sauce and jalapeño jelly.
Details
- Series
- Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives
- Season
- Season 48
- Episode
- Episode 9
- Air date
- 2024-03-01
- Runtime
- 21 min
Episode context
Smokin' Southern Decadence is Episode 9 in Season 48 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. It aired on 2024-03-01. The runtime is 21 min.
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Episode 8: Bird, Belly and Beef
Hush Public House (Scottsdale, Ariz.) • Las Tortugas Deli Mexicana (Memphis, Tenn.) • Golden Isles Olive Oil at the Market Place (St. Simons Island, Ga.)
This trip, Guy”s samplin’ elevated beef, pork, and poultry classics around the country. In Scottsdale, an ex-Marine-turned-chef puttin’ his New American spin on Chicago Italian Beef. In Memphis, an authentic father-son Mexican joint servin’ up crispy pork belly and al Pastor tortuga sandos. And in coastal Georgia, an olive oil specialty shop makin’ a mean curry chicken salad and chocolate short ribs.
Episode 10: French Flavor and Meaty Kabobs
Kabob Grill N' Go (Phoenix, Ariz.) • Holy Crêpe!! (Boulder, Colo.) • Julia's Bistro & Bar (San Antonio, Tex.)
This trip, Guy's rollin' out for a mix of French and global cultural classics. In Phoenix, a husband and wife team crankin' their grill into overdrive for unique twists on Armenian and Persian meat on a skewer. In Colorado, a crêpe haven throwin' down both savory and sweet takes on the folded French classic. And in San Antonio, keepin' with the French flavor at a neighborhood joint turnin' hearty comfort food into haute cuisine.
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Episode 7: Flavor World
Fry Bread House (Phoenix, Ariz.) • Rincon Argentino (Boulder, Colo.) • Stick'EM (Memphis, Tenn.)
This trip, Guy's divin' into a world of cultural cuisine featuring indigenous recipes. In Phoenix, a joint droppin' Native American fry bread and chumuth for tacos and souped-up pozole. In Colorado, a joint dishin' up savory, meaty Argentine specialties like empanadas. And in Memphis, a funky downtown eatery marinatin' kabobs and lamb shanks with out-of-bounds Ethiopian flavors.
Episode 11: From the Seas and Overseas
Cracovia Polish-American Restaurant & Bar (Westminster, Colo.) • The Jerk Shack (San Antonio, Tex.) • Indigo Coastal Shanty (Brunswick, Ga.)
This trip, Guy’s rollin’ out and reel in’ in seafood and food from overseas. In the Denver suburbs, a Polish joint playin’ perfect pierogi. In San Antonio, a killer Caribbean stop serving’ seasoned shrimp. And in Georgia, a spot takin’ their Southern flair seaside.
Episode 6: Triple D Nation: From Steak to Seafood
Mrs. Potato Restaurant (Orlando, Fla.) • Alcenia's (Memphis, Tenn.) • Evelyn's Drive-In (Tiverton, R.I.)
This trip, Guy's headin' back to some of his favorite surf and turf spots. In Orlando, a Brazilian joint famous for overstuffed potatoes now cookin' up even more South American specialties. In Memphis, revisitin' a from-scratch soul food spot carryin' on Momma's traditions and startin' some of their own. And on the waters of Rhode Island, a seasonal shack uppin' their game with a lobster BLT and a two-pound fried seafood platter.
Episode 12: From Spicy to Sticky
This trip, Guy Fieri's savoring both spicy and sweet eats. In St. Simons Island, Ga., a bomb bakery is plating righteous rum cake and sticky buns. Then, a pizza restaurant in Boulder, Colo., is firing up perfect artisan pies, and a spot in San Antonio, Texas, is channeling traditional Chinese with a dynamite duck dish and pork belly bowl.
Episode 5: Soup, Sandwiches and Seafood
Pure Street Food Noodle Bar (Calgary, Alta. Canada) • Porch (St. Simons Island, Ga.)
This trip Guy's headed north and south for some savory dishes. First, a Calgary spot wowin' locals with scratch-made street food like killer phở and a crispy sando with an out-of-bounds, off-the-hook dippin' sauce. And in coastal Georgia, a joint puttin' its spin on Nashville hot chicken with a side of spicy shrimp.
Episode 13: Phoenix Food Fans
Tim Finnegan's (Glendale, Ariz.) • Bonfire Craft Kitchen & Taphouse (Tempe, Ariz.) • Crujiente Tacos (Phoenix, Ariz.)
This trip, Guy's goin' fanatical for Phoenix-area fare and the 2024 NCAA Men's Final Four. First up, a Glendale spot marryin' Irish pub grub with Southwest style with killer corned beef and cabbage taquitos. In Tempe, a family joint bringin' smoke and spice to wood-fired pizza. And in Phoenix, an award-winnin' neighborhood taqueria redefinin' Mexican street food.
Episode 4: Great Taste, Surprising Place
Loaf (Memphis, Tenn.) • Salt & Pepper (Calgary, Alta., Canada) • The Burns Pub and Restaurant (Broomfield, Colo.)
This trip, Guy’s grabbin’ big flavor from unexpected spots. In Memphis, makin’ culinary masterpieces in a museum. In The Great White North, a Calgary family joint three generations deep cookin’ up South-of-the-border classics. And in Colorado, slingin’ authentic British pub sandwiches, sweets, and spirits at a tiny airport.
Episode 3: Triple D Nation: Fresh and Fried
Saigon Noodle & Grill (Orlando, Fla.) • Marlowe’s Ribs and Restaurant (Memphis, Tenn.) • Silk City Diner and Lounge (Philadelphia, Pa.)
This trip, Guy’s catchin’ up with some of his favorite Triple-D spots. First up, a taste of Vietnam in Orlando, where a husband-wife duo are crankin’ out three times the servings of their killer phở than before. Then in Memphis, Graceland meets Flavortown at a joint smokin’ sweet and tangy barbecue and dishin’ dessert fit for The King. And in Philly, an old school diner puttin’ their spin on classics like ham empanadas and cheesesteak egg rolls.
Episode 2: Hearty Handfuls
This trip, Guy Fieri's digging into hearty handfuls of major flavor. First up, a funky joint in Memphis, Tenn., is taking pizza and wings to the next level. Then, in Calgary, Alberta, an authentic Mexican spot is dishing out legit chicharron and tasty tacos, and in St. Simons Island, Ga., it's a taste of Argentina with elevated empanadas and the bomb beef short ribs.
Episode 1: From Noodle to Strudel
Good Fortune Company (Memphis, Tenn.) • Calgary Momo House (Calgary, Alta., Canada) • Bohemian Biergarten (Boulder, Colo.)
Guy Fieri's goin' from strudel to noodle with major deliciousness in between. In Memphis, a power couple is bringin' big flavor to killer noodles and Rangoon-style crawfish dumplings. Up in Calgary, a next-level Nepalese joint is dishin' out mouthwaterin' chicken and chili. And back in the States, a rustic Boulder bohemian joint is platin' up sweet strudel and savory pancakes.