The BEST episodes of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives season 26

Every episode of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives season 26, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Diners, Drive-ins and Dives season 26!

Host Guy Fieri travels across America in search of the best diners, drive-ins and dives. He visits classic "greasy spoon" restaurants and talks to staff and customers about the food. Episodes often feature eateries linked by a common theme, such as burgers or comfort food.

Last Updated: 5/15/2024Network: Food NetworkStatus: Continuing
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Belly Up to Barcelona
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7.96
99 votes

#1 - Belly Up to Barcelona

Season 26 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/6/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's crossing the Atlantic to take a big bite out of Barcelona, Spain. He's diving in to the many different cuisines the city has to offer, from a homey spot serving Galician-style octopus and soup, to a grab-and-go sandwich stop cooking up traditional sausage and sauces. Plus, a family-owned joint puttin' out old-school Catalan cooking, like rabbit and snail specialties.

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A Sampling of Spain
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7.92
61 votes

#2 - A Sampling of Spain

Season 26 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/13/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's travelling all the way to Barcelona, Spain for a sampling of Spanish cooking. He'll dig into everything from top-notch tapas, like prawns and quail, to traditional Catalan specialties like mouthwatering meatballs and even a veal-head stew. Plus, there's killer paella featuring seafood, rabbit and squid ink rice.

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Island and Desert
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7.72
32 votes

#3 - Island and Desert

Season 26 - Episode 16 - Aired 6/30/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's finding a desert treasure and island flavor. In Palm Desert, Calif., a breakfast-lunch cafe dishin' out a righteous rib melt and nostalgic breakfast tarts. In Maui, Hawaii, a funky gluten-free spot making full-flavored pizza and fish and chips. And in Virginia Beach, Va., a crazy Caribbean joint serving up jammin' jerk pork and mama's beef stew.

Kickin' It in Cancun
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7.69
59 votes

#4 - Kickin' It in Cancun

Season 26 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/17/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's headin' south of the border to dig into Cancun cuisine, like an authentic, family-owned spot where grandma's cookin' up real-deal rellenos and killer chicharron gorditas. Then, an underground locals' joint pairing urban art with dishes like off-the-hook pork and seared tuna. Plus, an inside look at Guy's Playa del Carmen restaurant, serving up everything from nachos and tacos to ceviche.

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Not Your Typical Joints
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7.63
51 votes

#5 - Not Your Typical Joints

Season 26 - Episode 7 - Aired 3/24/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's going off the beaten path to check out some funky finds. In Charlotte, N.C., an eatery tucked inside a beer store slingin' crazy waffle creations. In Houston, a not-your-everyday fusion joint mashing up killer barbecue with sushi. And in Cancun, a beachy spot surprising guests with nurse shark pescadillas and a unique Mayan fresh-fish specialty.

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Chicken Trifecta
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7.60
47 votes

#6 - Chicken Trifecta

Season 26 - Episode 14 - Aired 6/9/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's diggin' into some winner winner chicken dinners! In Maui, Hawaii, it's a star-studded stop at Mick Fleetwood's joint serving the rocker's mom's favorite chicken, plus a dish that musician Sammy Hagar dives right into. Then, a Hawaiian-Thai food truck stuffin' their wings and fryin' their ribs to perfection. And in Palm Springs, Calif., a hot dog spot going meatless with their chili dog and putting a big twist on chicken and waffles.

Goin' International
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7.55
47 votes

#7 - Goin' International

Season 26 - Episode 9 - Aired 4/7/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's grabbin' gangster global grub. In Houston, a Jamaican joint knocking it out of the park with their oxtail and curry goat. Plus, a Lebanese stop serving up mom's specialties like kibbie balls and kabobs. And in Cancun, Mexico, a 24-hour hot spot crankin' out the bomb burritos.

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From North to South America
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7.54
52 votes

#8 - From North to South America

Season 26 - Episode 8 - Aired 3/31/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's diggin' into flavors spanning the Americas. In Charlotte, N.C., a brewery serving the bomb bacon jam burger and a dynamite duck confit flatbread. In Cancun, Mexico, a lights-out spot taking street tacos to a whole new level. And in Houston, a family-owned joint cookin' up outrageous Argentinian empanadas.

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Wonder Women
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7.48
52 votes

#9 - Wonder Women

Season 26 - Episode 10 - Aired 4/21/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's visiting an all-female lineup that's rockin' the house. In Houston, a grandma firing up family recipes like homemade tamales and chile rellenos with a twist. In Orlando, Fla., a funky spot focused on making meatball masterpieces. Plus, the bomb bakery scratch-making sweet and savory specialties.

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Multicultural Cooking
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7.47
49 votes

#10 - Multicultural Cooking

Season 26 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/28/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's digging into traditions from many different cultures. In Houston, a Mexican joint cooking up authentic tortillas and tacos. In Orlando, Fla., a funky spot serving off-the-hook Puerto Rican specialties. Plus, a Jewish deli-on-wheels puttin' out peak pastrami and legit lox.

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From Spicy to Icy
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7.46
35 votes

#11 - From Spicy to Icy

Season 26 - Episode 15 - Aired 6/16/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's heating up with some spice and cooling off with some ice. In Palm Springs, Calif., a barbecue joint pilin' up the meats and firin' up their "flamethrower." And in Norfolk, Va., a wild wing spot going big with their buffalo and killing it with their Cajun. Then, in Maui, Hawaii, a funky place dishin' out the bomb lobster grilled cheese followed up by a tropical shaved ice specialty.

Mega Mouthfuls
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7.44
79 votes

#12 - Mega Mouthfuls

Season 26 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's unhinging his jaw for some mega mouthfuls! In Robbinsville, N.J., a real-deal Italian market cookin' up prosciutto bread and their multi-meat "boss of the sauce." In Louisville, Ky., a funky seafood spot piling their specialties on top of waffles. And in Portland, Ore., a killer barbecue food truck stackin' up a fully-loaded "shabamwich."

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Beef, Lamb and Pig
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7.39
76 votes

#13 - Beef, Lamb and Pig

Season 26 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/17/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's going for all kinds of meaty favorites. In Louisville, Ky., a real-deal Irish pub servin' up cottage pie and a lamb-cabbage specialty. In Charlotte, N.C., a funky spot putting out flavorful Asian-barbecue fusion. Plus, a Charlotte burger joint gettin' creative with their toppings, like sweet potato, brie and house-made pimento cheese.

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Swiss, Sandwiches and Sausage
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7.36
72 votes

#14 - Swiss, Sandwiches and Sausage

Season 26 - Episode 4 - Aired 2/10/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's sampling sandwiches, sausage and even a little schnitzel. In Portland, Ore., a standout spot servin' up specialties straight out of Switzerland. In Charlotte, N.C., a funky food truck dishing out grilled cheese with all kinds of culinary twists. Plus, another Charlotte stop at a hot dog joint making sausage from scratch and a classic chili cheese Coney.

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Turkey, Taters and Dogs
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7.32
50 votes

#15 - Turkey, Taters and Dogs

Season 26 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/12/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's digging into a righteous mashup of flavors. In Orlando, Fla. Joey Fatone is riding shotgun to a potato-centric palace, plus a trip to his very own hot dog hangout. And in Palm Springs, Calif., a joint stackin' up short ribs for lunch and puttin' their spin on a classic breakfast pastry. Plus, a dynamite deli serving up real-deal latkes and turkey pastrami.

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7.19
54 votes

#16 - Burgers, Beef and Barbecue

Season 26 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/26/2017

This trip, Guy Fieri's diving into the bomb beef and barbecue. In Orlando, Fla., an authentic Vietnamese spot serving phenomenal pho and a beefy specialty, where Guy is joined by Justin Warner. In Palm Springs, Calif., a not-your-typical burger joint dishing out their "Buddha Burger" and "Devil's Revenge." And in Temecula, Calif., a smokin' barbecue stop where they're even putting their 'cue into lasagna.

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