From Asbury Park, Atlantic City, Avon-by-the-Sea and beyond, New Jersey 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 17 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your New Jersey road-trip eating list.

1. Carluccio’s Coal Fired Pizza (Northfield)

Pizza · $$ · 4.6★ (2,638 Google reviews)

Carluccio’s Coal Fired Pizza earned its spot on the show for pizza that regulars rave about, and the 4.6-star average from 2,638 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 22, Episode 7 — “Globe Tasting” (March 13, 2015)
Address: 1200 New Rd, Northfield, NJ 08225
Phone: +1 609-641-4011
Website: www.carluccioscoalfiredpizza.com
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2. Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House (Atlantic City)

American, Sandwich · $$ · 4.4★ (2,336 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 2,336 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 5 — “Between the Bread” (January 22, 2016)
Address: 672 N Trenton Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Phone: +1 609-350-6721
Website: www.vagabondkitchenandtap.com
See the full Vagabond Kitchen & Tap House listing →

3. Rocky Hill Inn (Rocky Hill)

American · $$ · 4.6★ (1,276 Google reviews)

The American classics at Rocky Hill Inn clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 1,276 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 25, Episode 9 — “Big Food, Small Towns” (October 14, 2016)
Address: 137 Washington St, Rocky Hill, NJ 08553
Phone: +1 609-683-8930
Website: www.rockyhilltavern.com
See the full Rocky Hill Inn listing →

4. Joe’s Meat Market (South Bound Brook)

Pizza, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (1,040 Google reviews)

Joe’s Meat Market is one of the area’s go-to spots for pizza, with a strong 4.5 stars from 1,040 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 16 — “Cheese and Meat” (August 12, 2022)
Address: 28 Main St, South Bound Brook, NJ 08880
Phone: +1 732-356-4557
Website: joes-meatmarket.com
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5. Maui’s Dog House (Wildwood)

Burger, Sandwich, Hawaiian · $ · 4.5★ (940 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for burgers, Maui’s Dog House keeps a 4.5-star rating across 940 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 10, Episode 13 — “Sandwiches Plus” (December 18, 2010)
Address: 806 New Jersey Ave, Wildwood, NJ 08260
Phone: +1 609-846-0444
Website: www.mauisdoghouse.com
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6. Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Co. (Somers Point)

Seafood, Dessert · $$ · 4.4★ (876 Google reviews)

Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Co. earned its spot on the show for fresh seafood that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 876 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 22, Episode 6 — “From Atlantic to Pacific” (March 6, 2015)
Address: 55 W Laurel Dr, Somers Point, NJ 08244
Phone: +1 609-601-7533
Website: grilledcheeseandcrabcakeco.com
See the full Grilled Cheese & Crab Cake Co. listing →

7. The Chubby Pickle (Highlands)

Chicken · $ · 4.4★ (870 Google reviews)

Known for fried chicken, The Chubby Pickle still draws a crowd — a 4.4-star rating from 870 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 13 — “From Chicken to Chiles” (July 15, 2022)
Address: 23 Bay Ave, Highlands, NJ 07732
Phone: +1 732-872-7000
Website: www.thechubbypicklenj.com
See the full The Chubby Pickle listing →

8. Haldi Chowk Indian Bistro (Middletown)

Asian, Mediterranean, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.6★ (759 Google reviews)

The bold Asian flavors at Haldi Chowk Indian Bistro clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.6-star rating across 759 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 11 — “Flavor Expedition” (May 27, 2022)
Address: 1409 NJ-35 #2012, Middletown Township, NJ 07748
Phone: +1 732-533-5087
Website: haldichowknj.com
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9. Turf Surf & Earth (Somerville)

Seafood · $$ · 4.6★ (620 Google reviews)

Turf Surf & Earth is one of the area’s go-to spots for fresh seafood, with a strong 4.6 stars from 620 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 12 — “Surf & Savory” (July 8, 2022)
Address: 46 E Main St, Somerville, NJ 08876
Phone: +1 908-393-9272
Website: turfsurfandearth.toast.site
See the full Turf Surf & Earth listing →

10. Cavé Bistro (Avon-by-the-Sea)

American, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.7★ (437 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Cavé Bistro keeps a 4.7-star rating across 437 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 1 — “Fistful of Flavor” (August 2, 2024)
Address: 515 Sylvania Ave, Avon-By-The-Sea, NJ 07717
Phone: +1 732-776-8556
Website: www.cavebistro.com
See the full Cavé Bistro listing →

11. Sam’s Rialto Bar & Grill (Pleasantville)

Other · $$ · 4.5★ (372 Google reviews)

Sam’s Rialto Bar & Grill earned its spot on the show for a one-of-a-kind menu that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 372 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 24, Episode 3 — “Family Legacies” (January 15, 2016)
Address: 15 Greenwood Lake Turnpike, Ringwood, NJ 07456
Phone: +1 973-520-7267
Website: samsbargrill.com
See the full Sam’s Rialto Bar & Grill listing →

12. Jersey Shore BBQ (Point Pleasant Beach)

BBQ, Asian, Vegan/Vegetarian · $$ · 4.6★ (340 Google reviews)

Known for low-and-slow barbecue, Jersey Shore BBQ still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 340 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 9 — “From Vietnamese to Vegan” (November 1, 2024)
Address: 710 Arnold Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Phone: +1 732-899-4400
Website: www.jerseyshorebbq.com
See the full Jersey Shore BBQ listing →

13. Mutiny BBQ Company (Asbury Park)

BBQ · $$ · 4.7★ (324 Google reviews)

The low-and-slow barbecue at Mutiny BBQ Company clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.7-star rating across 324 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 5 — “Coast-to-Coast Comfort” (September 20, 2024)
Address: 808 Fifth Ave, Asbury Park, NJ 07712
Phone: +1 732-366-9985
Website: mutinybbq.com
See the full Mutiny BBQ Company listing →

14. Skratch Kitchen (Bradley Beach)

Asian · 4.7★ (233 Google reviews)

Skratch Kitchen is one of the area’s go-to spots for bold Asian flavors, with a strong 4.7 stars from 233 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 3 — “All Over the Plate” (August 30, 2024)
Address: 812 Main St, Bradley Beach, NJ 07720
Phone: +1 732-984-6363
Website: www.skratchkitch.com
See the full Skratch Kitchen listing →

15. Piccini Wood Fired Brick Oven Pizza (Ocean City)

Pizza · $ · 4.6★ (232 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for pizza, Piccini Wood Fired Brick Oven Pizza keeps a 4.6-star rating across 232 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 23, Episode 14 — “East-West Flavorfest” (December 18, 2015)
Address: 621 Summit Ave, Union City, NJ 07087
Phone: +1 201-383-2140
Website: www.slicecofinegourmetbrickovenpizza.com
See the full Piccini Wood Fired Brick Oven Pizza listing →

16. Heights 167 (Point Pleasant Beach)

American, Mexican · $$ · 4.7★ (199 Google reviews)

Heights 167 earned its spot on the show for American classics that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 199 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 40, Episode 6 — “Wide World of Chefs” (October 4, 2024)
Address: 1314 Richmond Ave, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742
Phone: +1 848-232-2906
Website: www.heights167.com
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17. Moo Yai Thai (Sea Bright)

Asian · 4.6★ (101 Google reviews)

Known for bold Asian flavors, Moo Yai Thai still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 101 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 35, Episode 14 — “Cruisin' Coast to Coast” (July 29, 2022)
Address: 1064 Ocean Ave, Sea Bright, NJ 07760
Phone: +1 732-945-6790
Website: www.mooyaithai.com
See the full Moo Yai Thai listing →