Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 15 California american spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Carmel, Forestville, Long Beach and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Taylor’s Automatic Refresher (St. Helena)

American, Burger · $$ · 4.6★ (5,277 Google reviews)

Taylor’s Automatic Refresher earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 5,277 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 1, Episode 9 — “Retro” (July 9, 2007)
Address: 933 Main St #29, St Helena, CA 94574
Phone: +1 707-963-3486
Website: www.gotts.com
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2. Bluewater Seafood Market & Grill (San Diego)

American, Seafood · $$ · 4.7★ (4,728 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Bluewater Seafood Market & Grill still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 4,728 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 6, Episode 2 — “Their Own Way” (April 13, 2009)
Address: 3667 India St, San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: +1 619-497-0914
Website: bluewaterseafoodsandiego.com
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3. Rosine’s Restaurant (Monterey)

American, Italian, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (4,467 Google reviews)

The American classics at Rosine’s Restaurant clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 4,467 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 2 — “Stuffed and Twisted” (September 12, 2014)
Address: 434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: +1 831-375-1400
Website: www.rosinesmonterey.com
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4. Tommy’s Joynt (San Francisco)

American, Sandwich · $ · 4.4★ (4,167 Google reviews)

Tommy’s Joynt is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.4 stars from 4,167 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 5, Episode 5 — “Long Time Legends” (January 5, 2009)
• Season 21, Episode 17 — “Hometown Heroes” (December 25, 2014)
Address: 1101 Geary Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94109
Phone: +1 415-949-0399
Website: tommysjoynt.com
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5. Studio Diner (San Diego)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (3,102 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Studio Diner keeps a 4.4-star rating across 3,102 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 2, Episode 10 — “Open 24/7” (January 7, 2008)
• Season 26, Episode  — “All Stacked Up” (March 10, 2017)
Address: 4701 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123
Phone: +1 858-715-6400
Website: studiodinersandiego.com
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6. The Refuge (San Carlos)

American, Burger, Sandwich, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.6★ (2,057 Google reviews)

The Refuge earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 2,057 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 18, Episode 2 — “Meat Lover's Paradise” (September 2, 2013)
Address: 963 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070
Phone: +1 650-598-9813
Website: www.refugesc.com
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7. Burger Me! (Truckee)

American, Burger · $$ · 4.4★ (1,751 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Burger Me! still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 1,751 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 11 — “Burgers ‘n More” (July 19, 2010)
Address: 10418 Donner Pass Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
Phone: +1 530-587-8852
Website: www.burgermeusa.com
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8. Grill-a-Burger (Palm Desert)

American, BBQ, Burger · $$ · 4.5★ (1,637 Google reviews)

The American classics at Grill-a-Burger clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,637 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 13 — “Burgers, Beef and Barbecue” (May 26, 2017)
Address: 73091 Country Club Dr Ste A2, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: +1 760-346-8170
Website: grill-a-burger.com
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9. Commonwealth (Modesto)

American, BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (1,547 Google reviews)

Commonwealth is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,547 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 13 — “Smoked, Grilled, and Fried” (May 26, 2016)
Address: 1022 11th St, Modesto, CA 95354
Phone: +1 209-248-7451
Website: www.commonwealthmodesto.com
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10. From Scratch Restaurant (Carmel)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (1,517 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, From Scratch Restaurant keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,517 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 3 — “Cross-Country Classics” (September 19, 2014)
Address: 3626 The Barnyard Building C, Carmel-By-The-Sea, CA 93923
Phone: +1 831-625-2448
Website: www.fromscratchrestaurant.com
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11. Ramona Cafe (Ramona)

American · $ · 4.5★ (1,262 Google reviews)

Ramona Cafe earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,262 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 6 — “Comfort Food Mash-Up” (February 3, 2016)
Address: 628 Main St, Ramona, CA 92065
Phone: +1 760-789-8656
Website: www.ramonacafe.com
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12. The Starling Diner (Long Beach)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (1,125 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, The Starling Diner still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 1,125 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 20, Episode 3 — “Old Standards, New Styles” (September 19, 2014)
• Season 24, Episode 6 — “Comfort Food Mash-Up” (February 3, 2016)
Address: 4114 E 3rd St, Long Beach, CA 90814
Phone: +1 562-433-2041
Website: www.starling-diner.com
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13. The Park’s Finest BBQ (Los Angeles)

American, BBQ, Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (759 Google reviews)

The American classics at The Park’s Finest BBQ clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 759 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 17, Episode 10 — “L.A. Eats” (July 8, 2013)
Address: 1267 W Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90026
Phone: +1 213-481-2800
Website: theparksfinest.com/utm_sourcegoogle
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14. Russian River Pub (Forestville)

American · $$ · 4.5★ (743 Google reviews)

Russian River Pub is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 743 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 1, Episode 12 — “American Cookin'” (July 30, 2007)
Address: 11829 River Rd, Forestville, CA 95436
Phone: +1 707-887-7932
Website: russianriverpub.com
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15. La Texanita (Santa Rosa)

American, Mexican · $ · 4.4★ (673 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, La Texanita keeps a 4.4-star rating across 673 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 7, Episode 4 — “Global Grub” (August 24, 2009)
• Season 34, Episode 2 — “Takeout: Best of the West Roundup” (May 21, 2021)
Address: 1667 Sebastopol Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Phone: +1 707-527-7331
Website: www.latexanita.com
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