Fairfield, CT

restaurants

Super Duper Weenie

What started as the Super Duper Weenie truck became too small for owner Gary Zemola, who today sells nearly 2,000 dogs each week from his new, permanent locale. Guy's glad he could stop by because the hot dogs live up to their name, thanks to handmade toppings and house-baked rolls. Inspiration for the menu’s hot dog offerings stretches from California to New York, but the house favorite is the New Englander that’s generously topped with sauerkraut, bacon, raw white onions, mustard and relish.

Norwalk, CT

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Valencia Luncheria

Valencia Luncheria took Guy by surprise, as he'd never had the Venezuelan tortilla called an arepa. The thick tortilla gets fried and then stuffed with both savory and sweet fillings. Think roasted pork shoulder, tender shredded chicken, ceviche and even Nutella and cream cheese.

Middletown, CT

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O'Rourke's Diner

Middletown locals love O'Rourke's so much that when it burned down in 2006, they helped raise over $300,000 to rebuild it. Guy sampled some unexpected American and Irish favorites like Colcannon, House Baked Ham and an Irish Trilogy of French Toast

Bridgeport, CT

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Merritt Canteen

Customers have been coming to this hot dog, burger and seafood eatery for generations. Fans love the deep-fried and grilled hot dogs topped with the fiery hothouse chili. The crispy fried soft-shell crab and the New England clam chowder are "wicked good." For dessert, try the deep-fried cheesecake.

Westport, CT

cafe

Black Duck Cafe

Located on a barge under a bridge, this spot cooks over 75,000 clams a year. Guy thought the steamers had a great natural flavor and enjoyed drinking the accompanying clam broth. "That's just simple goodness right there," Guy declared of the bacon-topped clams casino. Another standout is the Black Duck Burger. Sauteed peppers, onions and mushrooms smother a 6-ounce Angus burger patty — available in a 3/4-pound size for heartier appetites.

Manchester, CT

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Corey's Catsup & Mustard

Owner Corey Wry knows how to make some dreamy burger combos. One of the Triple-D fan-favorite burgers is Auntie Laurie's burger on a pretzel bun. If you're a meat lover, try the 7-Burger stuffed with BBQ brisket, bacon and a double patty. For a side of fries, order the Sweet Potato with Maple Mayo.