From Allston, Attleboro, Boston and beyond, Massachusetts has sent a steady stream of restaurants to Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives over the years. We gathered the spots Guy Fieri has featured across the state, kept the ones still open and still beloved, and ranked the top 20 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Massachusetts road-trip eating list.

1. Yankee Lobster Company (Boston)

Seafood · $$ · 4.5★ (4,554 Google reviews)

Yankee Lobster Company earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 4,554 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 15, Episode 13 — “Turn On Traditional” (November 12, 2012)
Address: 300 Northern Ave, Boston, MA 02210
Phone: +1 617-345-9799
Website: www.yankeelobstercompany.com
See the full Yankee Lobster Company listing →

2. In a Pickle (Waltham)

American, Breakfast, Sandwich · $ · 4.6★ (3,626 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, In a Pickle still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 3,626 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 1 — “Guy's All-Star Guests” (November 29, 2019)
Address: 265 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
Phone: +1 781-891-1212
Website: www.in-a-pickle.com
See the full In a Pickle listing →

3. Little Donkey (Cambridge)

American · $$ · 4.4★ (2,139 Google reviews)

The American classics at Little Donkey clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 2,139 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 6 — “Wide World of Chefs” (October 4, 2024)
Address: 505 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02139
Phone: +1 617-752-6762
Website: www.littledonkeybos.com/utm_sourcelocalutm_mediumorganicutm_campaigngmb
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4. Pauli’s (Boston)

Seafood, Sandwich · $ · 4.5★ (1,956 Google reviews)

Pauli’s is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,956 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 1 — “Guy's All-Star Guests” (November 29, 2019)
Address: 65 Salem St, Boston, MA 02113
Phone: +1 857-284-7064
Website: www.paulisnorthend.com
See the full Pauli’s listing →

5. Morin’s Hometown Bar & Grill (Attleboro)

American · $ · 4.4★ (1,630 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Morin’s Hometown Bar & Grill keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,630 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 13 — “Legacies” (November 16, 2009)
Address: 16 S Main St, Attleboro, MA 02703
Phone: +1 508-222-9875
Website: www.morins1911.com
See the full Morin’s Hometown Bar & Grill listing →

6. Mike’s City Diner (Boston)

Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (1,577 Google reviews)

Mike’s City Diner earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,577 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D (3 times):
• Season 2, Episode 7 — “Talkin' Turkey” (November 10, 2007)
• Season 23, Episode 16 — “Ultimate Turkey Fest” (November 19, 2015)
• Season 32, Episode 4 — “Takeout: Tastier at Home” (May 8, 2020)
Address: 1714 Washington St, Boston, MA 02118
Phone: +1 617-267-9393
Website: www.mikescitydiner.com
See the full Mike’s City Diner listing →

7. Highland Fried (Cambridge)

American, Southern · $$ · 4.7★ (1,495 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Highland Fried still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,495 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 18 — “Northern Southern” (November 8, 2019)
Address: 150 Highland Ave, Somerville, MA 02143
Phone: +1 617-625-1131
Website: highlandkitchen.com
See the full Highland Fried listing →

8. Rino’s Place (East Boston)

Italian · $$ · 4.6★ (1,459 Google reviews)

The Italian comfort food at Rino’s Place clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,459 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 10, Episode 7 — “Made to Order” (October 25, 2010)
• Season 32, Episode 5 — “Takeout: Dinner & Dessert That Delivers” (May 15, 2020)
Address: 258 Saratoga St, Boston, MA 02128
Phone: +1 617-567-7412
Website: rinosplace.com
See the full Rino’s Place listing →

9. Ba Lẹ Restaurant (Boston)

Sandwich, Asian · $ · 4.6★ (1,364 Google reviews)

Ba Lẹ Restaurant is one of the area’s go-to spots for over-stuffed sandwiches, with a strong 4.6 stars from 1,364 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 11 — “All Over Flavor” (November 15, 2024)
Address: 1052 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02125
Phone: +1 617-265-7171
Website: balebanhmiboston.com
See the full Ba Lẹ Restaurant listing →

10. Mr. Bartley’s Gourmet Burgers (Cambridge)

American, Burger, Sandwich · $$ · 4.4★ (1,343 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Mr. Bartley’s Gourmet Burgers keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,343 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 1 — “Burgers, Steaks & Chops” (November 23, 2009)
Address: 1246 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
Phone: +1 617-354-6559
Website: www.mrbartley.com
See the full Mr. Bartley’s Gourmet Burgers listing →

11. Charlie’s Diner (Spencer)

Breakfast · $ · 4.4★ (1,338 Google reviews)

Charlie’s Diner earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 1,338 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 2, Episode 9 — “Family Owned” (November 23, 2007)
Address: 5 Meadow Rd, Spencer, MA 01562
Phone: +1 508-885-4033
Website: www.charliesdiner.com
See the full Charlie’s Diner listing →

12. Angela’s Cafe (East Boston)

Mexican, Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (1,316 Google reviews)

Known for Mexican plates, Angela’s Cafe still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 1,316 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 15, Episode 11 — “Food Done Right” (October 29, 2012)
Address: 1012 Bennington St, Boston, MA 02128
Phone: +1 617-874-8251
Website: www.angelascafeboston.com
See the full Angela’s Cafe listing →

13. Dirty Water Dough Company (Boston)

Pizza · $$ · 4.5★ (1,245 Google reviews)

The pizza at Dirty Water Dough Company clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,245 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 14 — “Pizza Plus” (October 4, 2019)
Address: 222 Newbury St, Boston, MA 02116
Phone: +1 617-262-0090
Website: dirtywaterdough.com
See the full Dirty Water Dough Company listing →

14. Cafe Polonia (Boston)

Other · $$ · 4.8★ (1,161 Google reviews)

Cafe Polonia is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.8 stars from 1,161 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 1 — “Roadtrippin' in Beantown” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 611 Dorchester Ave, Boston, MA 02127
Phone: +1 617-269-0110
Website: www.cafepolonia.com
See the full Cafe Polonia listing →

15. JT Farnham’s Seafood & Grill (Essex)

Seafood · $$ · 4.4★ (1,134 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for fresh seafood, JT Farnham’s Seafood & Grill keeps a 4.4-star rating across 1,134 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 2, Episode 8 — “One of a Kind” (November 19, 2007)
Address: 88 Eastern Ave, Essex, MA 01929
Phone: +1 978-768-6643
See the full JT Farnham’s Seafood & Grill listing →

16. Greek Corner Restaurant (Cambridge)

Mediterranean · $ · 4.5★ (1,105 Google reviews)

Greek Corner Restaurant earned its spot on the show for Mediterranean dishes that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 1,105 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 3 — “Timeless” (September 13, 2010)
Address: 2366 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140
Phone: +1 617-661-5655
Website: greekcorner.us
See the full Greek Corner Restaurant listing →

17. Trina’s Starlite Lounge (Somerville)

American · $$ · 4.7★ (1,056 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Trina’s Starlite Lounge still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 1,056 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D (3 times):
• Season 21, Episode 3 — “Cross-Country Classics” (September 19, 2014)
• Season 24, Episode 6 — “Comfort Food Mash-Up” (February 3, 2016)
• Season 33, Episode 4 — “Takeout: Ordering All Kinds of Flavor” (September 25, 2020)
Address: 3 Beacon St, Somerville, MA 02143
Phone: +1 617-576-0006
Website: trinastarlite.com
See the full Trina’s Starlite Lounge listing →

18. Kelly’s Diner (Somerville)

Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (1,054 Google reviews)

The a knockout breakfast at Kelly’s Diner clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 1,054 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 1, Episode 11 — “Diners A-Plenty” (July 23, 2007)
Address: 674 Broadway, Somerville, MA 02144
Phone: +1 617-623-8102
Website: www.kellysdiner.com
See the full Kelly’s Diner listing →

19. Lone Star Taco Bar (Allston)

Mexican · $$ · 4.4★ (921 Google reviews)

Lone Star Taco Bar is one of the area’s go-to spots for Mexican plates, with a strong 4.4 stars from 921 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 1 — “Roadtrippin' in Beantown” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 477-479 Cambridge St, Allston, MA 02134
Phone: +1 617-782-8226
Website: lonestar-boston.com
See the full Lone Star Taco Bar listing →

20. Deep Ellum (Allston)

American · $$ · 4.6★ (832 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Deep Ellum keeps a 4.6-star rating across 832 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 21, Episode 1 — “Roadtrippin' in Beantown” (September 5, 2014)
Address: 467 Moody St, Waltham, MA 02453
Phone: +1 781-313-6100
Website: deepellum-waltham.com
See the full Deep Ellum listing →