Philadelphia, PA

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The Dining Car

The Dining Car & Market's philosophy is simple: "Get what you like...like what you get!" Add to that, get it anytime you like. This 24/7 operation boasts a menu Guy couldn't believe. It's all about classic comfort foods, like chip beef, "funkadelic" chicken croquettes and crepes with ham and Swiss.

Pittsburgh, PA

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Nadine's Restaurant

Nadine's in Pittsburgh provides homemade food with home-style comfort; owner Nadine Voelker even puts up birthday banners for her restaurant's many regulars. Specialties include roast beef, fried bologna and — Guy's favorite — Na's Pasta, piled high with sausage, salami and ham.

Pittsburgh, PA

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Kelly O's Diner

Although Kelly O'Connor opened her diner with no cooking experience, she was armed with a handful of family recipes. Guy swung by for a DDD first: haluski. The Polish dish is made with egg noodles, onions, cabbage and bacon. For another tasty bite, try Kelly's "winner-winner" turkey pot pie soup.

Philadelphia, PA

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Honey's Sit 'n Eat

This family restaurant is serving up Southern classics with Jewish flair. Guy thought the brisket Frito platter with twice-cooked brisket topped with corn chips was "incredibly enjoyable." The chicken chili Frito pie garnered praise for its guajillo chicken. Locals enjoy the matzo ball soup.

Pittsburgh, PA

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Starlite Lounge

Pierogi and stuffed pepper soup might not be the first dishes that come to mind when someone thinks of a bar outside of Pittsburgh, but the Starlite Lounge has attracted locals for over 50 years. When Guy tried the Chicken Diablo, he said that owner Ron Esser's homegrown peppers were ''dynamite.''

Pittsburgh, PA

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Crystal

Crystal on Penn in Pittsburgh may have changed hands since appearing on DDD, but never fear — the menu is still the same mix of American classics and authentic Lebanese cuisine. Guy loved the stuffed grape leaves, and he devoured the lamb shish kabob in record time.

Philadelphia, PA

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Silk City

As a lifelong foodie, Mark Bee offers more than just the standard diner fare at his joint. Guy was left impressed by menu items such as duck confit spring rolls and pulled pork empanadas. “That is an orchestra right there; that’s a medley of just great flavor,” Guy said of the empanadas. They start with fresh ham, which is cooked down with a mix of chili powders and spices, then shredded and layered with sweet potatoes; they're finished in a fried dough pocket slicked with a chipotle-honey glaze.

Hatboro, PA

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Daddypops

Guy's love of potatoes is no match for Daddypops' customers. Each day Daddypops goes through nearly 200 pounds of potatoes for its beloved home fries. Since opening in 1953, Daddypops still keeps its menu old school with dishes like Philadelphia-style scrapple and scrumptious deep-fried Oreos.

Pittsburgh, PA

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Big Jim's

At Big Jim's in "The Run," diners rarely leave hungry. The signature veal Parmesan sandwich nearly matches the width of Guy's head, which Guy deemed "ridiculous." The hefty portion sizes don't end there. Big Jim's calzone packs a punch with ham, salami, capocollo, pepperoni, provolone and veggies.

Coraopolis, PA

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Lo Bello's Restaurant

What started as a hot dog stand in 1944 has become a local legend. Guy swung by Lo Bello's for the ravioli and gnocchi handmade the old-school way and bursting with great meat flavor. With each bite of ravioli, Guy kept asking for more, admitting he could eat the delicious pasta all day

Pittsburgh, PA

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The Dor-Stop Restaurant

Pittsburgh locals know when it's time for breakfast, it's time for Dor-Stop. On Triple D, Guy swung by this family operation serving sweet pumpkin hotcakes and crunchy raspberry French toast. For egg lovers, try Jumbot, a mix of eggs, sausage, green bell peppers and "anything you would want."

Philadelphia, PA

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Good Dog Bar

Guy goes inside a 100-year-old building and finds the comfort food joint is filled with "mean libations, and the food's on point." You'll get upscale comfort dishes like stuffed burgers on brioche, truffled cheesesteak empanadas and duck confit pot pie. It's good food, good beer and great staff.

Philadelphia, PA

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Memphis Taproom

Memphis Taproom diners are used to the unique menu from Chef Jesse Kimball. But Guy's Triple D visit left him totally wowed. The watermelon, arugula and pork belly salad was just like a "picnic basket" in Guy's mouth -- but the vegan Smoked Coconut Club with tomato mayo was completely off the hook.

Pineville, PA

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The Pineville Tavern

This family owned and operated diner is famous for its Snapper Soup. Guy recommends this "savory" gravylike soup, which has chewy chunks of snapper turtle, to those who want to try something different. Pasta lovers should come here for the "perfectly balanced" handmade ravioli and marinara sauce.

Philadelphia, PA

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Geechee Girl

At Geechee Girl Rice Cafe; in Mount Airy, Pa., owner Valerie Erwin's most popular dish is her take on North African chicken. Guy was surprised that the chicken was ''light but well-rounded,'' and he said the greens were up there with the best greens he's ever had. Also try the pulled pork with slaw.

Philadelphia, PA

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Jamaican Jerk Hut

Owner Lisa Wilson and the rest of the staff at the Jamaican Jerk Hut pride themselves on authenticity — it's the only Jamaican restaurant in the area with a charcoal jerk pit. Guy chowed down on the ''melt-in-your mouth'' jerk chicken, complete with a sauce made with Scotch bonnet peppers.

Philadelphia, PA

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Standard Tap

The menu at Standard Tap in Philadelphia is far from standard — for example, check out the grilled octopus served with an oregano potato salad. There's also chicken pie (no pot necessary), covered in a flaky pastry crust that left Guy yearning for more.

Philadelphia, PA

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Percy Street Barbecue

Percy Street BBQ has built up a reputation for having some of the best barbecue in Philadelphia, and Guy needed only one word to describe the ribs: ''ridiculous.'' Owner Erin O'Shea also serves up unconventional (but still delicious) fare, like a pork belly sandwich.

Philadelphia, PA

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South Philadelphia Tap Room

This South Philly neighborhood bar takes the beloved PB&J to the next level by breading it with frosted flakes and then deep-frying it. Guy loved the "big flavor" from the ricotta donuts and was surprised by the "outrageous" taste of the wild boar head cheese tacos with homemade salsa and guacamole.

Philadelphia, PA

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The Sidecar Bar & Grille

At The Sidecar Bar & Grille, head chef Brian Lofink put his own spin on New England clam chowder by adding gnocchi to the mix. The result is a dish that left Guy so amazed that he declared it ''literally one of the best gnocchi dishes" ever.