Top Fries From Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives: The Ultimate Guide to Carb-Loading Like a Champ!

We can all agree that Guy Fieri is the fry king. Thank to his show, ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,’ we have gotten to see some of the most insane and best fries all over the country. Each mountain of fries gets better and better!

From gourmet truffle oil fries to meal-worthy seafood chowder fries, these are the fries that have stolen the show and left fans wanting to go on a tastebud road trip.

Wet Fries

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59er Diner, located in Leavenworth, Washington, makes comfort food even better with their wet fries topped with gravy made from scratch that took two days to prepare. Guy Fieri complimented the beef gravy and the great fries that got covered with it. labor of love gravy expertly cooked fries

This Washington diner shows the spirit of homemade cooking with a pot roast and meatloaf with the same gravy. They combine homestyle cooking with a nice flavor that deserves a fist bump and shows how simple a dish can be to capture the classic New Jersey diner, Fieri-style vibe. The result is a plate of wet fries that is way out there.

Scampi Fries

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Scolari’s Good Eats located in Alameda, CA, puts a twist on your beloved side dish that is sure to surprise you. Their fries are doused in a scampi sauce that contains so much garlic and lemon, your taste buds will? get clobbered by an unexpected blast.

Topped with parsley, these fries are a new take on the classic offering all the scrumptious taste of scampi on a crispy canvas. Lemon zest offers a refreshing and zesty citrusy pop and balances the flavors. Each bite is bright and unexpectedly refreshing. Starchy deliciousness with a seafood twist.

Bulgogi Kimchi Fries

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Fries are usually an afterthought but at Hancook Taqueria, they are a showstopper! Bulgolgi Kimchi Fries are a fan favorite. Heavily seasoned fries are topped with marinated rib-eye and house spicy kimchi. To make them even better they are topped with cotija cheese and scallions. Bulgogi Kimchi Fries

Guy Fieri loves the combination of classic American foods with Korean cuisine, and says the fries have ‘complexity’ and are a ‘powerhouse’ of flavor with savory, spicy, and tangy notes. His description of the taste as an ‘explosion’ of flavors and wild ride for your taste buds shows you how serious he takes these fries and how reasonable it is for them to be popular on Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. traditional Korean flavors

Eggplant Fries

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The Eggplant Fries are the star of the show at Blue Pan Pizza located in Denver, CO! Ditch what you know about fries and try these crispy snacks that have a crackery meal-like crunch and a perfectly smooth center. These are no ordinary fries! If you dip them in housemade marinara or garlic aoli (which is also delicious) it’s no wonder why Guy Fieri said these are a standout munch! These fries are crispy on the outside and silky on the inside!

Duck Fries

Toronto, Canada’s Rosedale Diner has Duck Fries, which poutine gets elevated to a new level of elegance. Duck confit, which has been marinated in maple syrup and herbs, makes these fries a little extra. It’s also duck fat fries. Finished with rich gravy that has chocolate and red wine and fresh cheese curds from Quebec that are oevn-baked to gooey perfection, this dish is pure elegance.

Guy Fieri has said that the duck and duck gravy are great, and that the duck gravy has a lot of different flavors. He said it is fancy and funky, referring to how the fries are comforting and elegant. It is no wonder people say the fries are a must try and that they take you on a flavor adventure.

Parmesan Fries with Truffle Cream

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In the heart of Chicago near the Wrigley Field hustle and bustle, DMK Burger Bar takes the legendary fry game to a whole new level. Picture this: russett potatoes hand cut, aged, and fried and paired with sweet crisped onions. What really sets these golden fries apart is a little touch of homemade truffle aioli (and yes, we mean white truffle oil mixed with lemon juice) and a shower of freshly grated parmesan.

The crunchy outside and pillowy inside of the fries gets the customers excited. When Guy Fieri gives a thumbs up to the fries paired with truffle aioli and Parmesan, you know you can’t miss the dish!

Bison Gravy Fries

Think about eating a plate of Bison Gravy Fries from the funky Arable in Santa Fe, mexico/" class="ddd-auto-link">New Mexico. They cook a bison shank until it falls apart, then smother it in sauce with green chili and a touch of Worcestershire, and serve it with a bone marrow finish for that unapologetic decadence. It’s no ordinary gravy. It’s a stick-to-your-ribs sauce that will have you planning your next visit before the last fry is gone.

From scratch and out of love, we make our fries every day. First, the finest and organic red potatoes from Colorado are hand-cut. Next, they are boiled and fried double to create the crispy outside and soft inside of the fry. Finally, the combination of the fries with the bison gravy creates a rich and dream-like experience with a high definition flavor. rich bison gravy