Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 13 Florida 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 Daytona Beach, Daytona Beach Shores, Gainesville and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Metro Diner (Jacksonville)

American, Burger, Chicken, Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern · $$ · 4.6★ (5,072 Google reviews)

Metro Diner earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 5,072 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 4 — “You Found ‘Em” (September 20, 2010)
Address: 9802 Baymeadows Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32256
Phone: +1 904-425-9142
Website: metrodiner.com/locations/florida/southside/utm_sourcegmb-listing-maputm_mediumorganicutm_campaigngoogle-my-business
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2. Mrs. Potato (Orlando)

American, Mexican, Breakfast · $ · 4.7★ (2,812 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Mrs. Potato still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 2,812 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 12 — “Turkey, Taters and Dogs” (May 12, 2017)
Address: 4550 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32811
Phone: +1 407-290-0991
Website: www.mrspotato.net
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3. LOBA Restaurant (Miami)

American, Italian, Hawaiian · $$ · 4.9★ (2,406 Google reviews)

The American classics at LOBA Restaurant clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.9-star rating across 2,406 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 13 — “Italian, Hawaiian and Colombian” (June 29, 2018)
Address: 6915 Southwest 57th Avenue, S Red Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33143
Phone: +1 305-665-9661
Website: www.beautyandthebutchermiami.com
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4. The 239 Naples (Naples)

American, Mexican, BBQ, Cajun · $$ · 4.7★ (1,856 Google reviews)

The 239 Naples is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.7 stars from 1,856 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 10 — “Barbecue, Beignets and Barbacoa” (May 23, 2025)
Address: 9108 Strada Pl Ste 14110, Naples, FL 34108
Phone: +1 239-631-1902
Website: the239naples.com
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5. Millie’s Restaurant & Catering (Daytona Beach Shores)

American, Seafood, BBQ · $$ · 4.7★ (1,843 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Millie’s Restaurant & Catering keeps a 4.7-star rating across 1,843 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 2 — “Stuffed, Smoked and Wrapped” (September 16, 2022)
Address: 3218 S Atlantic Ave, Daytona Beach Shores, FL 32118
Phone: +1 386-275-1492
Website: milliesrestaurant.com
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6. Green Turtle Inn (Islamorada)

American, Mexican, Seafood · $$ · 4.5★ (1,816 Google reviews)

Green Turtle Inn earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,816 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 9 — “Tacos, Turtles, and Tri-tip” (April 8, 2016)
Address: 81219 Overseas Hwy, Islamorada, FL 33036
Phone: +1 305-664-2006
Website: www.greenturtleinn.com
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7. Blue Collar (Miami)

American, Burger, Breakfast, Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.5★ (1,422 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Blue Collar still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,422 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 19, Episode 8 — “Cross Country Comfort Food” (May 9, 2014)
• Season 26, Episode  — “All Stacked Up” (March 10, 2017)
Address: 6789 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138
Phone: +1 305-756-0366
Website: bluecollarmiami.com
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8. Milly’s Empanada Factory (Miami)

American, Mexican, Breakfast, Dessert · $ · 4.7★ (995 Google reviews)

The American classics at Milly’s Empanada Factory clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 995 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 6 — “International Intrigue” (March 9, 2018)
Address: 13313 SW 42nd St, Miami, FL 33175
Phone: +1 305-791-1848
Website: millysfactory.com
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9. The Rooster Food+Drink (Naples)

American, Seafood · $$ · 4.7★ (870 Google reviews)

The Rooster Food+Drink is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.7 stars from 870 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 14 — “Seafood and Comfort” (January 24, 2025)
Address: 600 Goodlette-Frank Rd #101, Naples, FL 34102
Phone: +1 239-228-5973
Website: www.theroosternaples.com
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10. The Local Restaurant (Naples)

American, Breakfast, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.5★ (798 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, The Local Restaurant keeps a 4.5-star rating across 798 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 5 — “Flavortown Finds” (April 4, 2025)
Address: 5323 Airport-Pulling Rd, Naples, FL 34109
Phone: +1 239-596-3276
Website: thelocalnaples.com/utm_sourcegoogleutm_mediumorganicutm_campaigngbp
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11. Coolinary Cafe (Palm Beach Gardens)

American · $$ · 4.7★ (656 Google reviews)

Coolinary Cafe earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 656 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 7 — “Pig's Feet, Mojo and Chow-Chow” (July 16, 2021)
Address: 4580 Donald Ross Rd #105, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
Phone: +1 561-249-6760
Website: thecoolpighospitality.com
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12. Arepita Beach (Daytona Beach)

American, Mexican, BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (621 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Arepita Beach still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 621 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 2 — “Stuffed, Smoked and Wrapped” (September 16, 2022)
Address: 174 N Beach St, Daytona Beach, FL 32114
Phone: +1 386-675-2288
Website: www.arepitabeachdaytona.com
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13. Fehrenbacher’s Meats & Eats (Gainesville)

American, Italian, Sandwich · $$ · 4.8★ (357 Google reviews)

The American classics at Fehrenbacher’s Meats & Eats clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.8-star rating across 357 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 4 — “African, Sicilian and Sandwiches” (March 14, 2025)
Address: 411 SW 4th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601
Phone: +1 352-792-6655
Website: www.fehrenbachersmeatsandeats.com
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