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25 Arizona eateries featured on Food Network's 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives'

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Guy Fieri has been all over the country checking out some of the most unique restaurants and flavors for his TV show, "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives."

His trek for delicious cuisine has brought him to the Grand Canyon state many times -- 25 to be exact.

In his Arizona visits, Fieri has tried everything from gas station BBQ to farm-fresh burgers, authentic Italian sausage to pasta-topped pizza. And of course, gourmet Mexican tacos.

We found all the restaurants that have been featured on 'DDD.' Most are in the Phoenix area, but Guy traveled up to Flagstaff to check out two others. He hasn't been to Tucson yet, it seems.

Scroll down to start planning your next 'DDD' foodie road trip in Arizona.

La Piazza Al Forno

In this episode, Guy Fieri tried the Italian Stallion pizza--otherwise known as meat pie--which includes San Marzano tomatoes, house-made mozzarella, Schreiners Sausage (local to Phoenix), pepperoni, Prosciutto di Parma and sopressata.

IF YOU GO:
5803 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale AZ 85301
http://lapiazzaalforno.com/

Thee Pitts Again

Thee Pitts Again

Thee Pitts is all about BBQ, coleslaw and chili. It has one location in Arizona and another in Colorado.

IF YOU GO:
5558 W. Bell Road, Glendale AZ 85308
Second location in Silverton, Colorado
http://www.theepittsagain.com/

Haus Murphy's

In the "Family Favorites" episode, Guy tried the Sauerbraten, which is essentially a German pot roast.

IF YOU GO:
5739 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale 85301
http://www.hausmurphys.com/

Tom's Thumb

Do not pull up to Tom's Thumb on a full tank of gas. That's because it's a gas station. But inside is the BBQ cafe. That's where Guy went to check out smoked meats and pigs and grits.

IF YOU GO:
9393 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale AZ 85260
www.thethumb.com

Paradise Valley Burger Company

In this episode (Arizona All-Stars), Guy had the country-fried burger. The burger is country fried, topped with gravy and fried onions.

IF YOU GO:
4001 E. Bell Road, Phoenix 85032
http://www.paradisevalleyburgercompany.com/

Andreoli Italian Grocer

Prosciutto is the name of the game at Andreoli. They also serve authentic Italian goods.

IF YOU GO:
8880 E. Via Linda, Scottsdale AZ 85258
http://andreoli-grocer.com/

Perk Eatery

Guy Fieri has the Breakfast Enchiladas, Chicken on the Coup, and the Wine Country French Toast.

IF YOU GO:
6501 E. Greenway Parkway #159, Scottsdale AZ 85254
http://www.perkeatery.com/Perk_Eatery/Home.html

DeFalco's Italian Eatery, Grocery & Deli

Guy tried the Italian Sausage and the Italian Deli Calzone

IF YOU GO:
2334 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale AZ 85257
http://defalcosdeli.com/index.html

Over Easy

Ham Steak with Red Eye gravy, chicken fried steak and Banana French Toast.

IF YOU GO:
5 Valley locations (Phoenix, Scottsdale, Mesa, Gilbert, Tempe)
http://eatatovereasy.com/

Giuseppe's On 28th

Guy tried the Bolognese ragu, pork shanks and osso buco.

IF YOU GO:
2824 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix AZ 85016
http://www.giuseppeson28th.com/

Barrio Cafe

Guy tried the Chiles en Nogada, fresh Tilapia in Mexican baja and Cochinita Pitbil.

IF YOU GO:
2814 N. 16th Street, Phoenix AZ 85006
http://www.barriocafe.com/

La Santisima Gourmet Taco Shop

Guy tried the Nogada Taco and the Oaxacan Black Mole Chicken Taco.

IF YOU GO:
1919 N. 16th Street, Phoenix AZ 85006
5932 W. Glendale Avenue, Glendale AZ 85301
http://www.lasantisimagourmet.com/

Los Taquitos Mexican Grill

Guy tried the Carnita taco and the Bombero Burrito.

IF YOU GO:
2855 E. Ray Road, Chandler AZ 85224
4747 E. Elliot Road, Phoenix AZ 85044
7000 N. 16th Street, Phoenix AZ 85020
http://lostaquitosaz.com/

Matt's Big Breakfast

Guy tried The Chop and Chick.

IF YOU GO:
825 N. First Street, Phoenix AZ 85004
3118 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix AZ 85016
Sky Harbor International Airport Terminal 4 (Gate B5)
http://mattsbigbreakfast.com/

St. Francis

Guy tried the Pig Dip, the iconic Skillet Pancake, and the Moroccan meatballs.

IF YOU GO:
111 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix AZ 85012
http://stfrancisaz.com/

The Duce

Guy tried The Duce's mac-and-cheese muffin basket, the TKO Chicken Pie, and the Beer Can Chicken.

IF YOU GO:
525 S. Central Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85004
http://theducephx.com/

Chino Bandido

Guy recommends for the fusion and the spice lovers, the Pollio Diablo, Jade Red Chicken and Jerk Fried Rice.

IF YOU GO:
15414 N. 19th Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85023
http://chinobandido.com/

Tortas Chano (formerly Roberto's Authentic Mexican)

When DDD aired, the restaurant was known as Roberto's Authentic Mexican Food. The restaurant recently rebranded itself as Tortas Chano, but said the menu has remained the same. Guy tried the tacos al pastor and the chimichanga burrito.

IF YOU GO:
39510 N. Daisy Mountain Drive, Anthem AZ 85086
http://tortaschano.com/

The Wild Thaiger

Guy tried the Dragon Eggz. They can be served steamed or crispy.

IF YOU GO:
2631 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix AZ 85004
Little Thaiger, 7150 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale AZ 85251
https://www.wildthaiger.com/

Joe's Farm Grill

Joe tried the Ahi Tuna Burger, Asian Slaw, and the barbecue chicken grilled pizza.

IF YOU GO:
3000 E. Ray Road, Gilbert AZ 85296
http://joesfarmgrill.com/

 

Sal's Gilbert Pizza

Guy tried the Baked Ziti pizza and featured the lasagna pizza.

IF YOU GO:
1150 S. Gilbert Road, Gilbert AZ 85296
www.gilbertpizzaaz.com

Curry Corner

Guy tried the Tandori Chicken Tikki and the Goat Karahi.

IF YOU GO:
1212 E. Apache Blvd., Tempe AZ 85281
http://currycornertempe.com/


NORTHERN ARIZONA

Salsa Brava

Guy tried the Navajo Taco.

IF YOU GO:
2220 E. Route 66 (Sante Fe), Flagstaff AZ 86004
http://www.salsabravaflagstaff.com/

Brandy's Restaurant

The original owners have since sold the restaurant and retired. The hours have changed, and according to the comments, the dishes featured on DDD are no longer served.

IF YOU GO:
1500 E. Cedar Avenue, Flagstaff AZ 86004
http://brandysrestaurant.com/


Aunt Lena’s Creamery (CLOSED)

Aunt Lena's Creamery was featured on 'DDD' but closed in 2009.