Los Angeles has quietly become one of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives‘ favorite stops. We pulled every Los Angeles restaurant Guy Fieri has featured on the show, kept the 14 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. Bludso’s Bar & Que

BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (2,774 Google reviews)

Bludso’s Bar & Que earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 2,774 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 4 — “Takeout: Real Deal Delivery” (June 11, 2021)
Address: 609 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Phone: +1 323-931-2583
Website: www.bludsosbbq.com
See the full Bludso’s Bar & Que listing →

2. Rutt’s Hawaiian Cafe

Hawaiian · $ · 4.5★ (1,810 Google reviews)

Known for Hawaiian plates, Rutt’s Hawaiian Cafe still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,810 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 20, Episode 1 — “California Cruisin” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 11707 Washington Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90066
Phone: +1 310-398-6326
Website: ruttscatering.com
See the full Rutt’s Hawaiian Cafe listing →

3. Little Jewel of New Orleans

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

The fresh seafood at Little Jewel of New Orleans clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 1,685 Google reviews.

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
See the full Little Jewel of New Orleans listing →

4. Chichén Itzá

Mexican · $$ · 4.7★ (1,527 Google reviews)

Chichén Itzá is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.7 stars from 1,527 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 5 — “Mex to the Max” (August 14, 2017)
Address: 3655 S Grand Ave c6, Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone: +1 213-741-1075
Website: www.chichenitzarestaurant.com
See the full Chichén Itzá listing →

5. Don Chow Tacos

Mexican, Sandwich · $ · 4.5★ (1,258 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, Don Chow Tacos keeps a 4.5-star rating across 1,258 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 9, Episode 8 — “Fast Food Their Way” (June 21, 2010)
• Season 22, Episode 14 — “Food TruckAPalooza” (February 22, 2015)
Address: 137 4th Ave, New York, NY 10003
Phone: +1 212-677-7300
Website: www.dostoros.com
See the full Don Chow Tacos listing →

6. The Bun Shop

Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.4★ (1,149 Google reviews)

The Bun Shop earned its spot on the show for burgers that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 1,149 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 8 — “Burgers, Buns and Bagels” (October 7, 2016)
Address: 239 W Read St, Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: +1 410-989-2033
See the full The Bun Shop listing →

7. Tacos Y Birria La Unica

Mexican, Sandwich · $ · 4.7★ (1,037 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, Tacos Y Birria La Unica still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,037 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 10 — “Stuffed, Sandwiched and Souped” (August 4, 2023)
Address: 2840 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023
Phone: +1 323-715-4025
Website: www.instagram.com/tacosybirrialaunica
See the full Tacos Y Birria La Unica listing →

8. Ruen Pair

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

The bold Asian flavors at Ruen Pair clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 975 Google reviews.

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
See the full Ruen Pair listing →

9. The Park’s Finest BBQ

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

The Park’s Finest BBQ is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.6 stars from 759 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
See the full The Park’s Finest BBQ listing →

10. La Pupusa Urban Eatery

Mexican · $ · 4.5★ (745 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mexican plates, La Pupusa Urban Eatery keeps a 4.5-star rating across 745 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 8 — “Sloppy, Saucy and Stuffed” (July 7, 2023)
Address: 1051 W Washington Blvd G, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Phone: +1 213-749-4573
Website: lapupusadtla.com
See the full La Pupusa Urban Eatery listing →

11. Gloria’s Café

Mexican, Seafood · $$ · 4.5★ (724 Google reviews)

Gloria’s Café earned its spot on the show for Mexican plates that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 724 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 9, Episode 3 — “Globetrottin'” (May 10, 2010)
Address: 10227 Venice Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90034
Phone: +1 310-838-0963
Website: gloriascafe.com
See the full Gloria’s Café listing →

12. Marouch Restaurant

Asian, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.5★ (549 Google reviews)

Known for bold Asian flavors, Marouch Restaurant still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 549 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 37, Episode 11 — “Dumpling-icious” (August 18, 2023)
Address: 4905 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90029
Phone: +1 323-662-9325
Website: www.hollywoodmarouch.com
See the full Marouch Restaurant listing →

13. daybird

Chicken, Asian · $ · 4.5★ (304 Google reviews)

The fried chicken at daybird clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 304 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 38, Episode 4 — “From Chicken to Noodles” (October 13, 2023)
Address: 240 Virgil Ave Suite 5, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Website: www.daybirdla.com
See the full daybird listing →

14. Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles

Asian · 4.6★ (286 Google reviews)

Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles is one of the area’s go-to spots for bold Asian flavors, with a strong 4.6 stars from 286 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 1 — “Trinidad, Thailand and Italy” (July 11, 2025)
Address: 5445 Hollywood Blvd unit a, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Phone: +1 323-652-2935
See the full Mae Malai Thai House of Noodles listing →

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