From Norfolk, Rescue, Richmond and beyond, Virginia 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 11 by how much diners actually love them. Consider it your Virginia road-trip eating list.

1. Doumar’s (Norfolk)

BBQ, Sandwich, Dessert · $ · 4.5★ (4,511 Google reviews)

Doumar’s earned its spot on the show for low-and-slow barbecue that regulars rave about, and the 4.5-star average from 4,511 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 5 — “Brain Freeze” (August 11, 2008)
Address: 1919 Monticello Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517
Phone: +1 757-627-4163
Website: www.doumars.com
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2. The Dirty Buffalo (Norfolk)

American, Burger, Chicken, Sandwich · $$ · 4.5★ (3,451 Google reviews)

Known for American classics, The Dirty Buffalo still draws a crowd — a 4.5-star rating from 3,451 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 26, Episode 15 — “From Spicy to Icy” (June 16, 2017)
Address: 4012 Colley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23508
Phone: +1 757-226-7851
Website: www.thedirtybuffalo.com
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3. Citrus Breakfast & Lunch (Virginia Beach)

American, Breakfast, Pizza · $$ · 4.4★ (2,564 Google reviews)

The American classics at Citrus Breakfast & Lunch clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 2,564 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 12 — “Pizza, Pancakes & Pork” (November 7, 2011)
Address: 357 N Great Neck Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Phone: +1 757-222-9555
Website: citrusvb.com
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4. The Village Café (Richmond)

American, Breakfast · $ · 4.5★ (2,361 Google reviews)

The Village Café is one of the area’s go-to spots for American classics, with a strong 4.5 stars from 2,361 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 3, Episode 4 — “Neighborhood Joints” (March 31, 2008)
Address: 1001 W Grace St, Richmond, VA 23220
Phone: +1 804-353-8204
Website: villagecaferva.com
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5. The Grilled Cheese Bistro (Norfolk)

American · $$ · 4.7★ (2,188 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for American classics, The Grilled Cheese Bistro keeps a 4.7-star rating across 2,188 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D: Season 27, Episode 6 — “Ocean Coasts and Great Lakes” (September 15, 2017)
Address: 345 Granby St Suite B, Norfolk, VA 23510
Phone: +1 757-233-2512
Website: www.thegrilledcheesebistro.com
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6. Leaping Lizards Café (Virginia Beach)

Breakfast · $$ · 4.7★ (1,916 Google reviews)

Leaping Lizards Café earned its spot on the show for a knockout breakfast that regulars rave about, and the 4.7-star average from 1,916 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 13 — “Old to New” (November 21, 2011)
Address: 4408 Shore Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
Phone: +1 757-460-5327
Website: leaping-lizard-cafe.website
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7. Captain Chuck A Mucks (Rescue)

Seafood · $$ · 4.6★ (1,763 Google reviews)

Known for fresh seafood, Captain Chuck A Mucks still draws a crowd — a 4.6-star rating from 1,763 diners says the hype is real.

Featured on Triple D: Season 4, Episode 4 — “Where the Locals Eat” (August 4, 2008)
Address: 21088 Marina Rd SUITE 100, Carrollton, VA 23314
Phone: +1 757-356-1005
Website: www.captainchuck-a-mucks.com
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8. Beach Pub (Virginia Beach)

Seafood, Breakfast · $$ · 4.4★ (1,620 Google reviews)

The fresh seafood at Beach Pub clearly stuck around: it holds a 4.4-star rating across 1,620 Google reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 11 — “Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner” (October 31, 2011)
Address: 1001 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Phone: +1 757-422-8817
Website: www.beachpubvb.com
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9. Get Fresh Café (Norfolk)

Dessert · $$$ · 4.4★ (988 Google reviews)

Get Fresh Café is one of the area’s go-to spots for dessert worth the trip, with a strong 4.4 stars from 988 reviews.

Featured on Triple D: Season 12, Episode 6 — “Gettin' Fresh” (September 26, 2011)
Address: 924 W 21st St, Norfolk, VA 23517
Phone: +1 757-623-3291
Website: stores.thefreshmarket.com/va/norfolk/198
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10. Rigoletto Italian Bakery & Café (Virginia Beach)

Italian, Breakfast, Dessert · $$ · 4.5★ (821 Google reviews)

A longtime local favorite for Italian comfort food, Rigoletto Italian Bakery & Café keeps a 4.5-star rating across 821 Google reviews — proof the love didn’t fade after the cameras left.

Featured on Triple D (2 times):
• Season 12, Episode 10 — “Global Comfort” (October 24, 2011)
• Season 21, Episode 16 — “Memorable Moms” (December 24, 2014)
Address: 2181 Upton Dr #414, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Phone: +1 757-301-2465
Website: rigolettoitalianvb.com
See the full Rigoletto Italian Bakery & Café listing →

11. Pop’s Market (Richmond)

Other · $ · 4.4★ (607 Google reviews)

Pop’s Market earned its spot on the show for a one-of-a-kind menu that regulars rave about, and the 4.4-star average from 607 reviewers backs it up.

Featured on Triple D: Season 31, Episode 2 — “Family Meals” (December 6, 2019)
Address: 210 Giant Dr, Richmond, VA 23224
Phone: +1 804-918-3263
Website: popsrva.com
See the full Pop’s Market listing →