Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 52, Episode 8: Funky Flavors

Triple D Nation: Sweet, Spicy and Savory

This trip, Guy Fieri's headed back for sweet, spicy and savory favorites! First, a funky fried chicken joint in Memphis is still a mega hit, serving top-tier tenderloin, the-bomb beans, and high-octane honey biscuits. Then, in Boston, hearty eats abound with a killer coconut curry goat stew and cheffed-up short rib gnocchi. And lights-out Italian in Lackawanna, N.Y., is going strong, putting out prime-time parmesan chicken with potato croquettes, plus out-of-this-world wagyu.

21 min

Specialty Spots

Guy Fieri's grabbin' unique eats across the South! A Haitian-born uncle-nephew duo is changing the game in Gainesville, Fla., plating finger-lickin’ chicken birria egg rolls with consommé, plus a gangster garlic-parm fried chicken sandwich. In Dallas, there's Mexican gone vegan, knockin' it out of the park with meatless gorditas and tamales with a twist. Then, it's killer comfort in Baton Rouge, La., puttin' their stamp on pot pie, mouthwatering meat pies, and lights-out lemon-blueberry.

22 min

Southeast Standouts

This trip, Guy Fieri's headed on a tasty tour of the Southeast! First, a brothers-run joint in Port Allen, La., is servin' up killer Cajun, like the-bomb baked potato topped with crawfish étouffée and shrimp, plus an out-of-bounds brisket po'boy with a side of rice dressing. There's gourmet grub in Gainesville, Fla., plating scrumptious shrimp rolls and stellar tagliatelle with a touch of tarragon and truffle. And in Atlanta, a Korean-Mexican mashup from a husband-and-wife team is rockin' big-time bulgogi cheesesteaks and lights-out loaded sesame fries.

Barbecue, Beignets and Barbacoa

This trip, Guy Fieri's diving into next-level barbecue fusion, the freshest catch and more! Texas meets Ethiopia at a Dallas-area barbecue joint, where they're cookin' up pork ribs with awaze glaze, the-bomb berbere mac, and big-time brisket injera nachos. There's farm-and-boat-to-table with a West Coast influence in Naples, Fla., plating gangster grouper ceviche and a gluten-free twist on beignets. Then, it's scratch-made Mexican in Atlanta from a second-generation chef, serving craveable carnitas and a fully loaded barbacoa tortilla sandwich.

22 min

Triple D Nation: From Barbecue to Boxty

This trip, Guy Fieri's headed back to some stellar spots for meats, boxty and plenty of veg in between! First, the-bomb barbecue is still smokin' in San Antonio, firing up wicked-good wings and prime-time pastrami Reubens with a Texas twist. Then, a real-deal diner in Jersey has expanded to healthier horizons, plating veggie-loaded lasagna and a mouthwatering mango chicken salad. And in Syracuse, N.Y., an elevated Irish pub is busier than ever, serving next-level lamb sliders and killer Kilkenny potato cakes.

21 min

All Kinds of Cookin'

This trip, Guy Fieri's diggin' cheffed-up eats made all kinds of ways! First up, a DDD alum and his wife launched a modern culinary spot in Decatur, Ga., sourcing local ingredients for a craveable coffee-dusted venison, the-bomb bordelaise-drizzled bone marrow and savory sautéed snails. In Lewisville, Texas, a bagel joint is bringing sci-fi vibes and legit New York style to the Lone Star State, toppin' their dynamite dough with basil and fermented jalapeño schmears. Plus, there's authentic Indian in Baton Rouge, La., platin' lights-out lamb kebabs, top-notch chutney and mouthwatering Malabar shrimp.

Triple D Nation: Street Food, Sandwiches and Soup

Guy Fieri's headed back to some funky faves! The Cajun cuisine is still killer at an Indiana joint, a breakfast-and-lunch spot in Boston is slinging serious sammies, and a family-run eatery in upstate New York is dishing out an over-the-top turkey Reuben.

21 min

Trinidad, Thailand and Italy

This trip, Guy Fieri's coastin' through some killer cuisines! There's top-tier Trinidadian in Marietta, Ga., plating a righteous chicken roti and lights-out oxtail plate. Then, a Thai spot is bringing real-deal recipes to Los Angeles, servin' beefed-up boat noodles and authentic sausages. Plus, a husband-and-wife Italian joint near Cincinnati is firin' up primo pancetta bucatini and a next-level Neapolitan pie.

21 min

Triple D Nation: Around the World and Off-the-Hook

This trip, Guy Fieri's heading back for some gangster global grub! First up, high-octane Thai in Phoenix is going strong, dishin' out deep-fried fish with a ginger twist and pineapple prawn perfection. Then, a Syracuse, N.Y., spot is still servin' up legit Lebanese eats like outrageous grape leaves and a zesty za'atar 'za. And Triple-D's first Druze restaurant is thriving in New York City, platin' up the-bomb bourekas and next-level labania.

21 min

Sandwiches and Soul

This trip, Guy Fieri's gettin' into stellar sammies and down-home delights! Asian fusion meets the-bomb baked goods in Avondale Estates, Ga., stacking crunchy Korean fried chicken on a kimchi biscuit and bringing big flavor to braised beef on milk bread. There's serious soul food in Los Angeles, cookin' up killer Cajun fried rice and a righteous ribs platter. And in Austin, Texas, scratch-made comfort food draws in locals and service industry workers alike, puttin' out prime-time pastrami on Texas toast, plus sweet-and-savory pancakes pairing brisket with blackberry.

21 min

Triple D Nation: Dining Done Right

This trip, Guy Fieri's checking back with some DDD faves still makin' waves! First up, elevated pub grub keeps rockin' in Memphis, plating outrageous General Tso's cauliflower and a funky Philly cheesesteak egg roll. Then, in Plymouth, Mass., island flavors are going strong with an amped-up mango jerk chicken and prime-time pepper pot steak tips. Plus, a Greek joint in Cape May, N.J., has expanded, dishin' out new specialties like off-the-hook octopus salad and the-bomb beef short rib with feta and tzatziki.

21 min