From Arlington, Austin, Dallas and beyond, Texas 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 Texas road-trip eating list.

1. Pecan Lodge (Dallas)

BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (8,471 Google reviews)

Pecan Lodge earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 8,471 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 14, Episode 7 — “BBQ Road Show” (May 28, 2012)
Address: 2702 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226
Phone: +1 214-748-8900
Website: www.pecanlodge.com
See the full Pecan Lodge listing →

2. The Pit Room (Houston)

BBQ · $$ · 4.5★ (7,449 Google reviews)

Known for low-and-slow barbecue, The Pit Room still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 7,449 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 13 — “Meat and Heat” (October 15, 2021)
Address: 1201 Richmond Ave., Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 281-888-1929
Website: www.thepitroombbq.com
See the full The Pit Room listing →

3. T-Bone Tom’s Steakhouse (Kemah)

Burger · $$ · 4.5★ (7,400 Google reviews)

The burgers at T-Bone Tom’s Steakhouse clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 7,400 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 1 — “Burgers, Steaks & Chops” (November 23, 2009)
Address: 707 TX-146, Kemah, TX 77565
Phone: +1 281-334-2133
Website: www.tbonetoms.com
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4. Magnolia Cafe (Austin)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.5★ (7,092 Google reviews)

Magnolia Cafe is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 7,092 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 5, Episode 3 — “Not What You'd Expect” (November 24, 2008)
Address: 1920 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704
Phone: +1 512-445-0000
Website: magnoliacafeaustin.com
See the full Magnolia Cafe listing →

5. Niko Niko’s (Houston)

Mediterranean · $$ · 4.6★ (6,480 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Mediterranean dishes, Niko Niko’s keeps a 4.6-star rating across 6,480 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 7, Episode 7 — “You Can Say That Again” (October 5, 2009)
• Season 33, Episode 2 — “Takeout: Bringing Comfort Home” (August 28, 2020)
Address: 2520 Montrose Blvd, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-528-4976
Website: www.nikonikos.com
See the full Niko Niko’s listing →

6. Magnolia Pancake Haus (New Locations) (San Antonio)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (5,991 Google reviews)

Magnolia Pancake Haus (New Locations) earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 5,991 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 11 — “Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner” (October 31, 2011)
Address: 10333 Huebner Rd, San Antonio, TX 78240
Phone: +1 210-496-0828
Website: www.magnoliapancakehaus.com
See the full Magnolia Pancake Haus (New Locations) listing →

7. Bouldin Creek Cafe (Austin)

Breakfast, Vegan/Vegetarian · $ · 4.7★ (4,709 Google reviews)

Known for a knockout breakfast, Bouldin Creek Cafe still draws a crowd — a 4.7-star rating from 4,709 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 42, Episode 5 — “Dirty, Crunchy, Sticky and Veggie” (September 19, 2025)
Address: 1900 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
Phone: +1 512-416-1601
Website: bouldincreekcafe.com
See the full Bouldin Creek Cafe listing →

8. Casino El Camino (Austin)

Mexican, Burger · $ · 4.5★ (4,323 Google reviews)

The Mexican plates at Casino El Camino clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.5-star rating across 4,323 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 3 — “Burgers and Dogs” (July 28, 2008)
Address: 517 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
Phone: +1 512-469-9330
Website: www.casinoelcamino.net
See the full Casino El Camino listing →

9. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana (San Antonio)

Italian, Pizza · $$ · 4.5★ (3,728 Google reviews)

Dough Pizzeria Napoletana is one of the area’s go-to spots for Italian comfort food, with a strong 4.5 stars from 3,728 reviews.

Featured on Triple D (3 times):
• Season 11, Episode 13 — “Porktastic” (April 11, 2011)
• Season 21, Episode 18 — “Pork Hall of Fame” (December 26, 2014)
• Season 33, Episode 11 — “Takeout: Carnivore Delivery” (March 19, 2021)
Address: 6989 Blanco Rd, San Antonio, TX 78216
Phone: +1 210-979-6565
Website: www.doughpizzeria.com
See the full Dough Pizzeria Napoletana listing →

10. Twisted Root Burger Co. (Dallas)

Burger, Pizza · $$ · 4.6★ (3,451 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for burgers, Twisted Root Burger Co. keeps a 4.6-star rating across 3,451 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 6, Episode 4 — “A Burger, A Bowl and a Slice” (April 27, 2009)
Address: 2615 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226
Phone: +1 214-741-7668
Website: www.twistedrootburgerco.com/locationslocations
See the full Twisted Root Burger Co. listing →

11. Prince Lebanese Grill (Arlington)

Mediterranean · $$ · 4.5★ (3,237 Google reviews)

Prince Lebanese Grill earned its spot on the show for Mediterranean dishes that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 3,237 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 4 — “Global Grub” (August 24, 2009)
Address: 502 W Randol Mill Rd, Arlington, TX 76011
Phone: +1 817-469-1811
Website: www.princelebanesegrill.com
See the full Prince Lebanese Grill listing →

12. Traveler’s Table (Houston)

American, Breakfast · $$ · 4.6★ (2,750 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, Traveler’s Table still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 2,750 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 34, Episode 9 — “Mouthwatering Meat” (August 13, 2021)
Address: 520 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 832-409-5785
Website: www.travelerstable.com
See the full Traveler’s Table listing →

13. Louie Mueller BBQ (Taylor)

American, BBQ · $$ · 4.4★ (2,580 Google reviews)

The American classics at Louie Mueller BBQ clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 2,580 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 1, Episode 5 — “BBQ” (May 28, 2007)
Address: 206 W 2nd St, Taylor, TX 76574
Phone: +1 512-352-6206
Website: www.texasbbq.com
See the full Louie Mueller BBQ listing →

14. SLAB BBQ & Beer (Austin)

BBQ, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (2,308 Google reviews)

SLAB BBQ & Beer is one of the area’s go-to spots for low-and-slow barbecue, with a strong 4.5 stars from 2,308 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 14 — “Sandwich Showcase” (February 22, 2019)
Address: 9012 Research Blvd C4, Austin, TX 78758
Phone: +1 512-351-9977
Website: dopebbq.com
See the full SLAB BBQ & Beer listing →

15. Wrigleyville (San Antonio)

Pizza, Sandwich, Mediterranean · $$ · 4.7★ (2,298 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for pizza, Wrigleyville keeps a 4.7-star rating across 2,298 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 7 — “From Sandwiches to Stroganoff” (November 30, 2018)
Address: 602 Northwest Loop 410 suite 146, San Antonio, TX 78216
Phone: +1 210-369-9833
Website: www.wrigleyvillegrill.com
See the full Wrigleyville listing →

16. Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas (San Antonio)

Mediterranean · $$ · 4.4★ (2,275 Google reviews)

Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas earned its spot on the show for Mediterranean dishes that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 2,275 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 30, Episode 1 — “Piling on the Pork” (January 11, 2019)
Address: 1014 S Alamo St, San Antonio, TX 78210
Phone: +1 210-314-2723
Website: lunarosatapas.com
See the full Luna Rosa Puerto Rican Grill y Tapas listing →

17. Pieous (Austin)

Pizza, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (2,124 Google reviews)

Known for pizza, Pieous still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 2,124 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 29, Episode 16 — “Mega Meat and Sweet Treats” (March 29, 2019)
Address: 166 Hargraves Dr H, Austin, TX 78737
Website: www.pieous.com
See the full Pieous listing →

18. Sichuan House (San Antonio)

Asian · $$ · 4.4★ (2,087 Google reviews)

The bold Asian flavors at Sichuan House clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 2,087 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 39, Episode 4 — “From Spicy to Sticky” (March 29, 2024)
Address: 3505 Wurzbach Rd #102, San Antonio, TX 78238
Phone: +1 210-509-9999
Website: www.sichuaneats.com
See the full Sichuan House listing →

19. Red Lion Pub & Restaurant (Houston)

Other · $$ · 4.4★ (2,079 Google reviews)

Red Lion Pub & Restaurant is one of the area’s go-to spots for a one-of-a-kind menu, with a strong 4.4 stars from 2,079 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 8, Episode 6 — “By Request” (February 8, 2010)
Address: 2316 S Shepherd Dr, Houston, TX 77019
Phone: +1 346-354-6166
Website: theredlionhouston.com
See the full Red Lion Pub & Restaurant listing →

20. Lankford Grocery (Houston)

American, Mexican, Burger, Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (2,043 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, Lankford Grocery keeps a 4.5-star rating across 2,043 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 7, Episode 2 — “Burgers, Tacos & Dogs” (August 10, 2009)
Address: 88 Dennis St, Houston, TX 77006
Phone: +1 713-522-9555
Website: midtown.lankfordsburgers.com
See the full Lankford Grocery listing →