Ep 4. Standout Seafood

In this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri travels to some of the best seafood spots in America. From coast to coast, Guy discovers unique and flavorful dishes made with fresh seafood caught daily.

First, Guy heads to a family-owned seafood shack on the outskirts of Boston, Massachusetts. Here, he meets the owner and chef who has been serving up their famous lobster rolls for over 40 years. Guy learns the secrets to making the perfect roll, and samples some of the freshest lobster he has ever had.

Next, Guy heads down to the Florida Keys where he discovers a restaurant that specializes in Caribbean-style seafood. Here, the menu is packed with spicy and flavorful dishes like conch fritters, jerk shrimp, and grilled octopus. Guy meets the head chef, who shares his passion for fresh seafood and Caribbean cuisine, and even tries his hand at making his own ceviche.

In New Orleans, Guy visits a restaurant known for its seafood gumbo, made with a combination of shrimp, crab, and oysters. He also tries the famous po' boys, stuffed with fried shrimp and served on a soft roll topped with all the fixings. Guy chats with the owner, who shares the history of the restaurant and its dedication to using local ingredients.

Heading west, Guy travels to a trendy seafood joint in Portland, Oregon. Here, he samples unique dishes like a seafood chowder made with smoked mussels and bacon, and a Dungeness crab and shrimp spring roll with a ginger soy dipping sauce. Guy chats with the chefs, who talk about their approach to using sustainable seafood and locally sourced ingredients.

Finally, Guy heads to San Diego, California, where he visits a seafood spot that has been in business for over 75 years. Here, he tries their famous fish tacos, made with crispy battered fish and topped with fresh salsa and avocado. Guy also gets a behind-the-scenes look at how they make their own tortillas, which are a crucial component of their delicious tacos.

Throughout the episode, Guy showcases the diversity of seafood dishes across America, and the passion of the chefs who create them. From classic lobster rolls to Caribbean-style seafood, to innovative and sustainable dishes, Standout Seafood proves that there's no shortage of delicious seafood to be found in the USA.