Guy Fieri knows where to find the good stuff. These 13 California dessert spots all earned a feature on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives — and they’re still open, still slinging it, and still highly rated. From Bakersfield, Chico, Long Beach and beyond, here are the ones worth the drive, ranked by the reviews.

1. Rosine’s Restaurant (Monterey)

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

Rosine’s Restaurant earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 4,467 reviewers backs it up.

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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2. 24th Street Cafe (Bakersfield)

Burger, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (2,254 Google reviews)

Known for burgers, 24th Street Cafe still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 2,254 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 22, Episode 8 — “Sweet, Savory and Saucy” (April 17, 2015)
Address: 1415 24th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: +1 661-323-8801
Website: 24thstreetcafe.com
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3. Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill (San Luis Obispo)

Pizza, Mediterranean, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (2,176 Google reviews)

The pizza at Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 2,176 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 1 — “Fistful of Flavor” (August 2, 2024)
Address: 1210 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Phone: +1 805-439-1999
Website: eatpetra.com
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4. Putah Creek Café (Winters)

Breakfast, Pizza, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (1,786 Google reviews)

Putah Creek Café is one of the area’s go-to spots for a knockout breakfast, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,786 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 11, Episode 12 — “Signature Twists” (April 4, 2011)
Address: 1 Main St, Winters, CA 95694
Phone: +1 530-795-2682
Website: putahcreekcafe.com
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5. Little Jewel of New Orleans (Los Angeles)

Seafood, Breakfast, Sandwich, Southern, Cajun, Dessert · $$ · 4.4★ (1,685 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, Little Jewel of New Orleans keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,685 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 5 — “Takeout: Shipped, Sweet & Savory” (June 25, 2021)
Address: 207 Ord St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: +1 213-620-0461
Website: littlejewel.net/utm_sourcegoogle
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6. Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe (San Diego)

Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.4★ (1,060 Google reviews)

Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 1,060 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 36, Episode 9 — “West Coast Wonders” (January 6, 2023)
Address: 12640 Sabre Springs Pkwy # 107, San Diego, CA 92128
Phone: +1 858-486-8863
Website: nutmegsd.com
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7. Ruen Pair (Los Angeles)

Asian, Dessert · $ · 4.4★ (975 Google reviews)

Known for bold Asian flavors, Ruen Pair still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 975 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 4 — “Soup, Salad and Sorbet Spins” (August 29, 2025)
Address: 5257 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: +1 323-466-0153
Website: www.ruenpairthai.com
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8. Black Market Liquor Bar (Studio City, Los Angeles)

Seafood, Italian, Vegan/Vegetarian, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (813 Google reviews)

The fresh seafood at Black Market Liquor Bar clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 813 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 38, Episode 3 — “Champion Chefs” (September 15, 2023)
Address: 11915 Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604
Phone: +1 818-446-2533
Website: www.blackmarketliquorbar.com
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9. Upper Crust Bakery & Cafe (Chico)

Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (806 Google reviews)

Upper Crust Bakery & Cafe is one of the area’s go-to spots for dessert worth the trip, with a strong 4.5 stars from 806 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 18 — “Coming Together in Cali” (April 19, 2019)
Address: 130 Main St, Chico, CA 95928
Phone: +1 530-895-3866
Website: www.uppercrustchico.com
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10. Savoy Café & Deli (Santa Barbara)

Sandwich, Vegan/Vegetarian, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (689 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for over-stuffed sandwiches, Savoy Café & Deli keeps a 4.6-star rating across 689 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 13, Episode 13 — “Outside the Box” (March 5, 2012)
Address: 24 W Figueroa St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101
Phone: +1 805-962-6611
Website: www.thesavoycafe.com
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11. Factory Gastrobar (Long Beach)

Pizza, Vegan/Vegetarian, Dessert · $$ · 4.6★ (502 Google reviews)

Factory Gastrobar earned its spot on the show for pizza that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 502 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 4 — “From Standards to Standouts” (September 26, 2014)
Address: 518 W Willow St, Long Beach, CA 90806
Phone: +1 562-270-3253
Website: www.lbbeer.com
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12. The Real Italian Deli (Palm Desert)

Italian, Burger, Sandwich, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (481 Google reviews)

Known for Italian comfort food, The Real Italian Deli still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 481 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 15 — “Stellar Sandwiches and Big-Time Burgers” (August 5, 2022)
Address: 44795 San Pablo Ave, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Phone: +1 760-836-1493
Website: www.therealitaliandeli.com
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13. Zoftig Eatery (Santa Rosa)

Burger, Dessert · $$ · 4.7★ (279 Google reviews)

The burgers at Zoftig Eatery clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 279 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 4 — “From Big Burgers to Little Italy” (October 26, 2018)
Address: 57 Montgomery Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Phone: +1 707-521-9554
Website: www.zoftigeatery.com
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