Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 54, Episode 9: Funkalicious

Triple D Nation: Fried, Baked, Smashed and Stuffed

This trip, Guy Fieri's checking in with some Flavortown faves crankin' out new knockouts! A Triple-D OG Chicago institution is celebrating over 100 years, still slingin' their signature thin crust pies and firing up fried chicken and a mighty mostaccioli. In Richfield, Minn., a real-deal Mexican joint is busier than ever, servin' a righteous relleno and prime-time pork taco. And a vegetarian diner in Cambridge, Mass., has really taken off, dishing out a meat-free spin on smash burgers, plus lip-smackin' jackfruit Cubanos.

21 min

Triple D Nation: All Day Long

This trip, Guy Fieri's returning to some Triple-D rock stars for fresh round-the-clock flavors! A big-deal bagel joint in Cambridge, Mass., has expanded their operations, piling chicken salad on pretzel dough and bakin' up the-bomb banana coffee bread. Then, a 24-hour vintage diner in downtown Chicago is busier than ever, keeping their loyal patrons and reeling in new ones with lights-out liver and onions, plus scratch-made meatloaf. And a Duluth smokehouse increased their space and menu offerings, plating zesty pepper porchetta and a legit lamb sammie with a curry kick.

21 min

Pizza, Pastrami, and Potato Skins

This trip, Guy Fieri's diggin' into craveable comfort! There's a smokin' meat-Jewish deli mashup near Austin, Texas, where a former New Yorker is plating the-bomb pastrami and scratch-making mouthwatering matzo ball soup. A Calgary, Alberta, joint is conjuring a taste of the South, serving A-list brisket, righteous ribs, and prime-time potato skins. And a pizza spot in Reno, Nev., is dishin' it out Detroit-style, firing up fresh focaccia with finger-lickin' chicken, lights-out lamb, and more.

21 min

Southern, Sweets, and Spam

This trip, Guy Fieri's samplin' Southern, sweet, and Spammy sensations! In Calgary, Alberta, a Triple-G champ and his buddy are servin' cheffed-up casual vibes with their off-the-chain chicken and craveable carrot cake. There's a twist on soul food staples from a husband-and-wife team in Reno, Nev., rockin' red beans, killer collards, cornbread, and lights-out layered cake. Plus, an Asheville, N.C., joint is bringing island flavor to the mountains, cookin' hearty Hawaiian BBQ chicken and a sweet soy Spam bowl with all the fixings.

21 min

Triple D Nation: Flavortown Fill-Up

This trip, Guy Fieri's fillin' up on fresh flavors from some Triple-D top spots! In Dallas, the-bomb BBQ joint expanded big time into their own brick-and-mortar, smokin' a prime-time pitmaster sandwich and a beast of a beef rib. Cape Cod comfort food is going strong at a Falmouth, Mass., roadside spot where they're serving fully loaded jambalaya and out-of-bound oysters Rockefeller. And just upriver from New Orleans, a bar-restaurant has become even more food forward with new elevated faves like jerk duck confit, plus a rockin' redfish topped with craveable crawfish béarnaise.

21 min

Hot Dogs, Hot Knots, and Hot Ramen

This trip, Guy Fieri's tasting hot takes on comfort! A husband-and-wife duo near Asheville, N.C., is doing whole-animal and farm-to-table right, firin' up high-octane hot dogs and wicked chicken parm sausages. In Reno, Nev., a community-invested spot is bringin' a taste of NYC to the desert with primo pepperoni Sicilian pie, the-bomb Buffalo knots, and craveable cannoli cookie cups. Plus, a righteous ramen joint in Calgary, Alberta, is craftin' out-of-bounds noodle bowls and prime-time pork tacos.

21 min

Smoked, Fried, and Aged

This trip, Guy Fieri's savoring smoked, fried, and dry-aged delights! A TOC alumna is cookin' legit Lowcountry flavors in Asheville, N.C., servin' up a signature catfish sandwich and rainbow trout with a twist. Then, a modern eatery in Calgary, Alberta, is bringin' beeswax to next-level lamb and firing up fully loaded falafel. Plus, an award-winning BBQ joint near Reno, Nev., is plating prime-time "porkstrami" and finger-lickin' chicken fried steak.

21 min

Flavorworld

This trip, Guy Fieri's diving into a world of flavor! In Calgary, Alberta, a family-run spot is bringing Asian and Mediterranean influence to a cheffed-up menu, dishing out delectable duck confit Monte Cristo and funkalicious fish and chips. Then, a top-tier Thai joint in Reno, Nev., is perfecting pork for a serious stir-fry and next-level noodle soup. Plus, there's lights-out Latin in Asheville, N.C., serving out-of-bounds arepas topped with righteous ropa vieja, pernil, and more.

Triple D Nation: Mexican and Meat

This trip, Guy Fieri's goin' back to some DDD flavor-makers for a mess of meat and Mexican! First, an old-school deli institution in Chicago is busy as ever, fillin' up food trays with killer corned beef hash and mouthwatering meatloaf. A Cincinnati street taco joint has expanded big time, with new menu faves like craveable carnitas taquitos and sizzlin' stuffed poblanos. Plus, a Cajun smokehouse in New Orleans has really taken off, mixin' it up with the-bomb boudin grilled cheese and an over-the-top chopped chicken sandwich.

21 min

Buns, Burgers, and Bolognese

This trip, Guy Fieri's diggin' into burgers, Bolognese and more! There's a husband-and-wife team in Sacramento, Calif., puttin' their stamp on craveable Asian with prime-time pork dumplings and braised beef noodles. Then, a Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., bistro is mixin' up a mighty meat sauce and pressing a righteous roast beef panino. And in San Jose, Calif., a mom-and-pop shop is servin' plant-based faves, like the-bomb black bean burger with cashew queso, plus a funky fermented power bowl!

21 min

Sloppy, Spicy, and Belly

This trip, Guy Fieri's goin' from smoky to belly with a dash of spicy! There's next-level Mexican in Sacramento, Calif., putting their twist on tacos with amped-up pork and not-your-everyday Nashville hot chicken. The-bomb BBQ joint is transporting a taste of Texas to Palm Beach Gardens, Fla., bringin' brisket to a stacked sloppy joe and off-the-chain chili. Plus, a real-deal Cambodian spot in San Jose, Calif., is servin' full-flavored fish curry and primo pork belly noodles.

21 min