Chicago has quietly become one of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives‘ favorite stops. We pulled every Chicago restaurant Guy Fieri has featured on the show, kept the 17 that are still open and still highly rated (4.4 stars and up, hundreds to thousands of real Google reviews), and ranked them by popularity. Here’s where to eat on your next trip.

1. Little Goat Diner

Seafood, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.7★ (9,902 Google reviews)

Little Goat Diner earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 9,902 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 14 — “Seafood and Comfort” (January 24, 2025)
Address: 3325 N Southport Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: +1 773-819-7673
Website: littlegoatchicago.com
See the full Little Goat Diner listing →

2. Manny’s Cafeteria and Delicatessen

Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (4,542 Google reviews)

Known for over-stuffed sandwiches, Manny’s Cafeteria and Delicatessen still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 4,542 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 17 — “Tasty Traditions” (August 10, 2018)
Address: 1141 S Jefferson St, Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: +1 312-939-2855
Website: www.mannysdeli.com
See the full Manny’s Cafeteria and Delicatessen listing →

3. Smoque

BBQ · $$ · 4.6★ (4,438 Google reviews)

The low-and-slow barbecue at Smoque clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 4,438 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 2, Episode 6 — “Real Deal BBQ” (November 5, 2007)
Address: 3800 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: +1 773-545-7427
Website: www.smoquebbq.com
See the full Smoque listing →

4. The Original Vito & Nick’s Pizzeria

Italian, Pizza · $ · 4.4★ (3,074 Google reviews)

The Original Vito & Nick’s Pizzeria is one of the area’s go-to spots for Italian comfort food, with a strong 4.4 stars from 3,074 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 5, Episode 6 — “Something from Everywhere” (January 12, 2009)
Address: 8433 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60652
Phone: +1 773-735-2050
Website: vitoandnicks.com
See the full The Original Vito & Nick’s Pizzeria listing →

5. DMK Burger Bar

American, Burger, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (2,245 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, DMK Burger Bar keeps a 4.5-star rating across 2,245 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 9 — “Slammin' Sammies” (October 17, 2011)
Address: 2954 N Sheffield Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: +1 773-360-8686
Website: dmkburgerbar.com
See the full DMK Burger Bar listing →

6. Del Seoul

Asian · $ · 4.7★ (2,192 Google reviews)

Del Seoul earned its spot on the show for bold Asian flavors that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 2,192 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 18 — “Far East Flavorfest” (August 31, 2018)
Address: 2568 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: +1 773-248-4227
Website: delseoul.com
See the full Del Seoul listing →

7. La Scarola

Mexican, Italian · $$ · 4.6★ (2,096 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, La Scarola still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 2,096 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 3 — “Takeout: All Over the Menu” (June 4, 2021)
Address: 721 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60654
Phone: +1 312-243-1740
Website: www.lascarola.com
See the full La Scarola listing →

8. Tufano’s Vernon Park Tap

Italian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,451 Google reviews)

The Italian comfort food at Tufano’s Vernon Park Tap clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,451 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 5, Episode 8 — “Just Like Yesterday” (January 26, 2009)
• Season 27, Episode 11 — “All in the Family” (October 27, 2017)
Address: 1073 W Vernon Park Pl, Chicago, IL 60607
Phone: +1 312-733-3393
Website: sites.google.com/site/tufanosrestaurant
See the full Tufano’s Vernon Park Tap listing →

9. Tre Kronor

Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (1,434 Google reviews)

Tre Kronor is one of the area’s go-to spots for a knockout breakfast, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,434 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 4 — “Global Grub” (August 24, 2009)
Address: 3258 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: +1 773-267-9888
Website: swedishbistro.com
See the full Tre Kronor listing →

10. Taste of Peru

Mexican · $$ · 4.4★ (1,240 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Taste of Peru keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,240 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 5 — “Home And Away” (February 1, 2010)
Address: 6545 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60626
Phone: +1 773-381-4540
Website: www.tasteofperu.com
See the full Taste of Peru listing →

11. Bites Asian Kitchen + Bar

Asian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,101 Google reviews)

Bites Asian Kitchen + Bar earned its spot on the show for bold Asian flavors that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 1,101 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 15 — “World Tour of Flavor” (February 14, 2025)
Address: 3313 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: +1 773-270-5972
Website: biteskitchen.com
See the full Bites Asian Kitchen + Bar listing →

12. 90 Miles Cuban Cafe

American, Mexican, Sandwich · $ · 4.5★ (892 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, 90 Miles Cuban Cafe still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 892 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 15, Episode 3 — “Savory Standouts” (August 19, 2012)
• Season 19, Episode 14 — “Crazy for Chicken” (April 18, 2014)
Address: 2925 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618
Phone: +1 773-654-3075
Website: mimastoc.com/utm_sourcegoogle
See the full 90 Miles Cuban Cafe listing →

13. Garifuna Flava

American, Mexican, Seafood, Chicken · $$ · 4.5★ (851 Google reviews)

The American classics at Garifuna Flava clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 851 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 3 — “You Can Only Get It Here” (May 23, 2011)
Address: 2518 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
Phone: +1 773-776-7440
Website: www.garifunaflava.net
See the full Garifuna Flava listing →

14. Chilam Balam

Mexican · $$ · 4.5★ (725 Google reviews)

Chilam Balam is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.5 stars from 725 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 7 — “Homemade & Homebrewed” (October 3, 2011)
Address: 3023 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: +1 773-296-6901
Website: www.chilambalamchicago.com
See the full Chilam Balam listing →

15. Monster Ramen

Asian · $$ · 4.5★ (514 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for bold Asian flavors, Monster Ramen keeps a 4.5-star rating across 514 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 3 — “Sauerkraut, Shoyu and Shank” (March 7, 2025)
Address: 3435 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: +1 773-770-9049
Website: monsterramenchicago.com
See the full Monster Ramen listing →

16. Sfera Sicilian Street Food

Italian, Sandwich · $$ · 4.8★ (485 Google reviews)

Sfera Sicilian Street Food earned its spot on the show for Italian comfort food that regulars rave about, and the 4.8-star average from 485 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 41, Episode 4 — “African, Sicilian and Sandwiches” (March 14, 2025)
Address: 5759 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60660
Phone: +1 773-739-9128
Website: www.sferachicago.com
See the full Sfera Sicilian Street Food listing →

17. MFK

Mediterranean · $$ · 4.7★ (425 Google reviews)

Known for Mediterranean dishes, MFK still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 425 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 28, Episode 19 — “Culinary Journey” (September 7, 2018)
Address: 432 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: +1 773-857-2540
Website: www.mfkrestaurant.com
See the full MFK listing →

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