Ep 3. Burgers and Dogs
- TVG
- July 28, 2008
- 20 min
In season 4 episode 3 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri showcases some of the most mouth-watering burgers and hot dogs across America. From classic cheeseburgers to unique hot dog creations, this episode has something for every carnivorous viewer.
The first stop is at The Nook in Atlanta, Georgia, where they serve up their signature "Nookie" burger. This burger is made with Angus beef, pimento cheese, and a fried egg. Guy gets a behind-the-scenes look at how they make their famous cheese dip and tries out their loaded hot dog with bacon and mac and cheese on top.
Next, Guy travels to Austin, Texas, to visit Casino El Camino. Their burger, the Amarillo burger, is popular with locals and celebrities alike. Made with Angus beef, roasted serrano peppers, and roasted garlic mayo, this burger packs a spicy punch. Guy also tries out their tres leches milkshake, which is made with three different kinds of milk and vanilla ice cream.
In Kansas City, Missouri, Guy visits The Westside Local. This farm-to-table restaurant serves up a classic cheeseburger with grass-fed beef and all the fixings. He also tries out their house-made sausage hot dog, which is topped with sauerkraut, mustard, and pickled onions. Guy gets to meet the chef and take a tour of their rooftop garden where they grow many of the ingredients used in their dishes.
The next stop is at Baltimore, Maryland's Abbey Burger Bistro. This burger joint serves up unique burgers like the "Barking Pig," which is made with pork belly and caramelized onions, and the "Wagyu Kobe Beef," which is made with high-quality beef and topped with truffle butter. Guy also tries out their hot dog, which is wrapped in bacon and topped with mac and cheese.
In Los Angeles, California, Guy visits The Oinkster, where they specialize in slow-roasted pork. However, they also make a mean burger. Their "Royale" burger is made with two beef patties, bacon, and cheese. The buns are toasted with garlic butter, and the burger is topped with their signature Thousand Island dressing. Guy also tries out their hot dog, which is served with house-made chili and cheese.
The last stop on this burger and hot dog tour is at The Sink in Boulder, Colorado. This iconic dive bar has been serving up burgers since 1923. Guy tries out their "Black and Bleu" burger, which is made with blackened beef, bacon, and blue cheese. He also samples their hot dog, which is topped with green chili and cheddar cheese.
Overall, this episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives is filled with delicious burgers and hot dogs that are sure to make any meat-lover's mouth water. From classic cheeseburgers to unique creations, these restaurants have perfected the art of the burger and hot dog.