Ep 3. Blue Plate Special
- August 6, 2007
- 20 min
In season 1 episode 3 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri takes viewers to three different eateries serving up some classic American comfort food. The episode is titled "Blue Plate Special" and features diners that specialize in traditional blue plate specials, which are affordable meals served on a blue plate that change daily.
The first stop on the episode is the Gaffey Street Diner in San Pedro, California. The diner has been around since 1947 and is known for their meatloaf, which is made with a blend of beef, pork, and veal. Guy tries their meatloaf topped with gravy and served with mashed potatoes and corn on the cob. He also samples their popular weeknight blue plate special, which is chicken fried steak with country gravy, mashed potatoes, and vegetables.
Next, Guy visits the Ranch House Cafe in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This cafe has been open since 1948 and specializes in classic diner fare. Guy tries their famous huevos rancheros, which features two eggs served on corn tortillas with red or green chili sauce, beans, and potatoes. He also samples their green chili cheeseburger, which is made with beef patty, green chili, and melted cheddar cheese.
The final stop on the episode is the Hurricane Cafe in Juno Beach, Florida. The restaurant has been around since 1977 and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guy tries their popular crab cakes, which are made with lump crab meat and served with a side of remoulade sauce. He also samples their meatloaf blue plate special, which is made with a blend of beef and pork and served with mashed potatoes and gravy.
Throughout the episode, Guy interacts with restaurant owners and staff, learning about the history and philosophy behind each eatery. He also shares interesting facts about the food served, such as the origins of huevos rancheros in New Mexico.
Overall, "Blue Plate Special" showcases some of the best diners in America serving up classic comfort food. Viewers will be left craving meatloaf, chicken fried steak, and huevos rancheros after watching this episode.
