Food Paradise - Episode Guide

Fantastic food is more important to many travelers than museums, hotels and souvenirs, and in this premiere episode of a recurring series, hamburgers are in the spotlight. Explore the country for the best burgers in the land, from Louis in New Haven, CT which is certified by the Library of Congress as the first place to serve a burger, to the rise of the burger chains and even to wild game burgers pushing the boundaries of what a burger can be. It is the ultimate history of the burger, and we're taking you on a fact filled, mouth-watering ride to some of the best joints in the country.

It's the well-rounded treat you just bake and eat. Fold it, stuff it, or eat it with a fork - any way you slice it, pizza is the ultimate Italian import.

The hot dog is the ultimate leisure food - fast, fun, and served in a bun. In Atlanta they like a southern slaw dog, in Chicago it's dragged through the garden, and in New Jersey they stuff their dogs in pizza bread. HOT DOG PARADISE has them all, from Pink's of Hollywood to Nathan's famous in New York, exploring the wiener wonderlands of America.

T-bone, porterhouse, New York strip, prime rib, filet mignon. So many cuts of steak, so little time. Come along as we explore the best of the best in the beef world, from the famous Peter Luger's in New York to the Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo.

Fried chicken and jalapeno poppers are fine if you're into the mundane, but we will go well beyond the standard crispy fare, delving into the incredibly high cholesterol world of deep fried pickles, turkeys, and Twinkies.

From crullers to fritters, beignets to bear claws, the world of delicious deep-fried dough is turned upside down in the search for Donut Paradise.

Cooking meat over a fire is the American way, but throwing spaghetti on the grill? BARBEQUE PARADISE takes the outdoor epicurean beyond backyard burgers to the most exquisite open flame eateries in the country.

Chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla are just the tip of the waffle cone as the hottest ice cold concoctions around the country are unearthed in ICE CREAM PARADISE. The oldest ice cream shop in America, the home of the very first ice cream cone, and a tour of the Ben & Jerry's factory are just a few of the delicious scoops in this frozen fiesta.

DINER PARADISE goes beyond the farmer's omelets, the chocolate shakes, and the meatloaf sandwiches to find the best places in the country to slide into a booth and order up a heaping helping of American history.

Bottomless bowls of soup, Vegas buffets, six pound hamburgers - this is what America is all about! ALL YOU CAN EAT PARADISE is the show for epicureans with unending appetites, featuring the lavish chocolate bar at Boston's Langham Hotel, the bountiful Brazilian barbeque at Gaucho's Grill in Los Angeles, and Las Vegas's famous Bellagio buffet. If you own pants with an elastic waistband, this show's for you.

Take two slices of bread, stuff them with everything and anything in between and you've got America's most popular lunchtime meal - the sandwich. From New York, to Michigan, to California SANDWICH PARADISE spotlights some of the most delectable utensil free, stomach-filling, finger-licking good creations across the country.Whether you prefer a classic like pastrami on rye, which has been around since the 1880's, or the simple comfort of a peanut butter and jelly, SANDWICH PARADISE satisfies with a look at some of the most beloved lunch stops across the country, serving up subs, French dips, and unique creations all their own.

It's the king of the dinner table. A cut of meat so good it's got its own knife! From Chicago to Beverly Hills to Allegan, Michigan STEAK PARADISE II serves up a second helping of the juiciest steak-eating experiences across America.Whether you prefer Kobe beef sashimi served on a brick of primordial Himalayan ocean salt or a nice, thick porterhouse you can grill yourself, STEAK PARADISE II will satisfy your hunger with some of the most sizzling stops around, including Chicago's world famous Gene & Georgetti's, prime rib at Lawry's of Beverly Hills, and even a haunted grill-your-own steak restaurant in Michigan!

It's the comfort food you share with your friends and wash down with an ice-cold beer. From Buffalo to Boston to Arlington, Texas, BAR FOOD PARADISE takes a pub crawl across America to find the taverns with the tastiest treats for soaking up your favorite libations.From peanuts to potato skins, BAR FOOD PARADISE toasts some of the best pub grub around, including the oldest oyster bar in the country, an L.A. roadhouse that's been serving burgers and suds since prohibition, Buffalo's birth place of hot wings, and the home of Mexican nachos.

It's the meal you tear apart with your hands and gnaw right off the bone, licking your lips to lap up the tasty barbeque sauce. From Reno to Memphis, and from New York to Venice Beach, California, RIB PARADISE spotlights some of the sauciest, messiest and most delectable, finger-licking good creations across the country.Whether you prefer beef or pork, RIB PARADISE satisfies with a look at some of the most mouthwatering stops across the country, serving up smoked, barbequed and wood fired ribs, including a look at the largest barbeque contest in the nation.

From Nashville to New York and all points west we're searching for the freshest, biggest and most sumptuous breakfast experiences across America.

Scoping out restaurants from Texas to Maryland to California, Bacon Paradise takes you to the most sizzling pork palaces across the U.S.A., looking at everything from bacon waffles to bacon candy.

The hottest trend to hit the food industry is the new wave of gasoline-fueled gastronomy that's put a twist on some old favorites. Food Truck Paradise explores some of the most scrumptious street eats available on wheels.

This special class of comfort food is oh so naughty, but oh so nice. Traveling from Key West to San Diego and everywhere in between, DEEP FRIED PARADISE 2: EXTRA CRISPY scours the country for a second helping of the crispiest, crunchiest, and craziest delicacies you can throw in the fryer. From corn dogs to deep-fried corn on the cob, and from french fries to old-fashioned fried potato chips, DEEP FRIED PARADISE 2: EXTRA CRISPY celebrates how Americans can take any meal from ordinary to extraordinary with a layer of batter, a dusting of flour, and a dunk in the deep-fat fryer.

It's classic, it's comfort food, and it's the most fun you can have with a fork. No matter how you like it, nothing warms the stomach like a plate of pasta.

From the sensationally sweet to the dauntingly decadent, PIE PARADISE serves up some of the most interesting destinations for a hearty slice of delicious. From a foot-high apple pie in small town Missouri, to sweet potato pie in New Orleans, and even an Aussie meat pie in New York, PIE PARADISE scours the country one forkful at a time for some of the most mouth-watering pies around.

From Texas, to New York, to Florida to the West Coast we're profiling the nine regional finalists of Men's Health magazine's 2011 Manliest Restaurants competition to find the best places for men to gather and enjoy a hearty feast.

College tailgating is as much about the food as it is about the game. From alligator gumbo to deer fritters we visit the best eats on college game days across the country. Americans love their sports, but what many fans love even more then the big game is the pre-game parking-lot party known as tailgating. TAILGATE PARADISE cheers on the more then 27 million sports fans and loyal alumni who gather together to eat and drink like champs in anticipation of watching others exercise. From alligator gumbo at University of Florida and creole creations at Louisiana State University, to beer and bratwurst at University of Wisconsin and peanut butter buckeyes at Ohio State, TAILGATE PARADISE hits the top spots for gridiron grub across the country. Call it local pride, school spirit, or just a great excuse to have a good time - tailgaters know how to throw a party.

From 5-alarm chili to blistering curries, we're serving up meals that are literally too hot to handle.

Gut-busting portions of beef you can eat are featured, from a 10-pound steak in Wisconsin to a 300 pound burger in Michigan. Americans love beef - and when it comes to serving divine bovine - bigger is better. From a 96-ounce sirloin steak in Indiana and a 168-ounce prime rib in Wisconsin, to a braised leg of cow in San Francisco and a 300-pound hamburger in Michigan, BIG BEEF PARADISE travels across the country in search of the largest, juiciest and most succulent slabs of meat fit for the Flintstones. Grab a steak knife and put on your stretchy pants as BIG BEEF PARADISE takes a carnivorous quest to find colossal ribs, monstrous sandwiches and record-breaking portions of all the red meat you can eat.

Sizzlin' smokey bacon goodness across the country, including including a cheesy bacon lasagna in Idaho, a 5-pound bacon bomb in Chicago, and bodacious bacon brownies in New York.

Visit the belly-busting best places to get your burger on -- from a heart-stopping monster burger in Las Vegas, to cheese-stuffed burgers in Minnesota and wild game gut-bombs in Texas.

America's best BBQ dishes are featured in this episode of Food Paradise, including slow-smoked brisket in Texas, sauce-dripping ribs in Kansas City and mouth-watering pulled pork in North Carolina.

Bite into the best bratwurst, bangers, sausage patties and links across America, including rattlesnake tube steak in SoCal, long smokies in Texas and a heaping helping of Germany -- in Milwaukee.

From a chock-full-of-chicken pie on Cape Cod and a manly Aussie meat pie in Georgia to a rib-sticking steak pie in Chicago, get a hearty helping of these comfort foods.

From the scorching Triple-X Texas Red to a hard-rocking roadhouse chili in Seattle, Travel Channel is serving up the hottest and meatiest bowls of chili in the country.

Enjoy America's manliest places to get your grub on, including a wild steakhouse in Texas, butcher-fresh burgers in Chicago and a towering Manhattan mountain of meat!

From a gooey mac and cheese stuffed loaf in Florida to a burly barbecued meatloaf in Phoenix, take a bite out of these heaping helpings of America's rib sticking classic comfort food.

Buckle up for the hottest places for grub-to-go, from belly-busting burritos in San Diego and hot smokin' barbecue in Ohio to a beastly burger piled high with pastrami in Las Vegas.

Get a taste of America's top hunger-filling, handheld feasts from a latke-and-corned-beef masterpiece in Colorado to a big hunk of BBQ bologna in Tennessee.

Dig into this super-sized serving of the country's hottest dogs, including a chili-dog feud in Detroit, the deep-fried "Home Wrecker" in West Virginia and a red-hot Miami dog covered in whipped cream.

Pig out on America's most porktastic eats, including a good ole Virginia country ham, a crispy tenderloin sandwich in Indiana and slow-cooked Hawaiian whole hog.

Get ready for hearty helpings of mouthwatering meatball dishes, from cheese-smothered meatball parm perfection in Philadelphia to burly balls of Texas brisket -- and even to a 1-pound wonderball in Las Vegas!

Travel Channel is serving up slice after slice of pizza perfection, from the crispy New York classic, to a 14-lb force of nature in Colorado, to Chicago's deepest most delicious dish.

Indulge in a bucketful of crispy, finger lickin', fried chicken goodness! Sample fiery Memphis hot chicken, a wild red-velvet-battered bird and the original Kentucky fried classic!

Travel Channel is dishing out comfort food that's good for the belly and the soul, from the rib-sticking, gravy-smothered oxtails in Houston, to crispy fried catfish in Memphis, to hot spicy Gumbo in New Orleans.

These food joints serve up dish after dish of deli delights, from a 5-lbs. monster Reuben in Seattle to a primo pastrami in New York City and a boisterous brisket sandwich in Michigan.

Load up on crunchy, deep-fried deliciousness, from a gut-busting double bacon corn dog in Iowa to a lip-smackin' fried hamburger in California.

We're serving up mounds of ooey-gooey, cheesy goodness, from Cleveland's colossal triple-decker grilled cheese sandwich, to a luscious lobster-stuffed mac and cheese in New York, to a fiery cheese spectacular in Chicago.

Travel Channel is serving up a mouthwatering fiesta of flavors -- from sizzling, juicy fajitas in Texas, to spicy, belly-warming tamales in San Diego and piping-hot chimichangas in Arizona.

Get ready for plate after plate of America's best beefy steaks, from a titanic 2 1/2-lbs. porterhouse in Mississippi to a premium dry-aged rib-eye masterpiece in New York City.

Fuel up at the heartiest truck stop grub shops nationwide. From a rib-sticking 16-oz. steak in Virginia to a finger-lickin' deep-fried pork sandwich in Iowa, you won't drive away hungry!

Enjoy a belly-busting bonanza of everything all-you-can-eat, including lip-smacking lobster in Rhode Island, a finger-lickin' BBQ Buffet in Texas and a sinfully delicious Vegas mega buffet.

Food Paradise is shelling out boatloads of America's best seafood, including jumbo lump crab cakes in Maryland, heaping helpings of crawfish in Louisiana, and a loaded seafood tower in Malibu.

Travel Channel continues to dish out finger lickin' exotic eats, from rib-sticking rabbit ragu in San Francisco, to crocodile-stuffed pot stickers in Arizona and down-home Cajun frog legs in Louisiana.

From the world-famous Gilroy Garlic Festival to a fierce 40-clove garlic chicken in San Francisco and a gut-busting garlic sandwich in Philly, we feature the tastiest places to get your garlic on.

Phenomenal food in biker heaven, including a burly burger smothered in bourbon-soaked bacon and a smoky sweet ribs from a monster food truck.

Prepare yourself for the nation's tastiest BBQ, including beef ribs in Austin, TX, smoky chicken baptized in a tangy white sauce in Alabama and a melt-in-your-mouth smoked brisket in Houston, TX.

We're sinking our teeth into more of America's best burgers. From a juicy beef, duck and pork Dork patty in Seattle, to a spicy beef patty smashed between 2 creamy mac and cheese buns in Chicago, this is Hamburger Paradise 3.

Spice up your life with the hottest foods in America, including flaming habanero wings in Seattle, an inferno burrito drenched in ghost peppers in San Francisco and a spicy chicken in Nashville, TN.

The nation's tastiest treats between 2 slices of bread, starring the pork-trifecta, Hogzilla, from North Carolina; the cheesy beefy monster, Big Fat Fatty, from Los Angeles, and the rare tenderloin dream, Steak and Blue, from Boston.

America's yummiest deep-fried treats from coast to coast. Chow down on deep-fried baby back ribs in San Diego, duck fat-fried french fries in Boise, ID, and crisp and tender Southern fried chicken in Charleston, SC.

We're unwrapping burritos across America, including a juicy coke-marinated carnitas burrito in Colorado, a hot and cheesy lobster burrito in Maine and a hot sauce-drenched and deep-fried catfish burrito in North Carolina.

The nation's juiciest burgers, featuring beefy patties filled with hot gooey cheddar cheese in Minnesota, a tear-inducing, habanero and ghost chili pepper covered burger in California, and a tender duck and pork Dork in Seattle.

USA's best between two slices, from a fried green tomato and shrimp po' boy in New Orleans, to a pork-trifecta known as Hogzilla in North Carolina, to an Italian dream of sliced prosciutto and fresh mozzarella in NYC.

America's tastiest deep-fried treats, featuring a sauced up rack of baby backs in San Diego, duck fat fried french fries in Boise, and a mystical corn dog smothered in spicy cream cheese in Seattle.

America's hottest late night eats, starring sweet chicken sausage doused in spicy cheese in Atlanta, a giant pizza covered in crispy bacon and savory sauce in Las Vegas, and the juiciest, crunchiest fried chicken in Texas.

The nation's craziest sandwiches, starring a deep-fried crab topped with thick bacon in San Francisco, fresh shrimp and alligator sausage in New Orleans, and boozy BBQ mac n' cheese in Florida.

America's yummiest BBQ, from melt-in-your-mouth smoked brisket in Houston, to juicy chicken baptized in a tangy white sauce in Alabama, to dinosaur sized sweet pork ribs in Sturgis.

America's most sizzlin' seafood; featuring cheesy charbroiled oysters dipped in buttery goodness in New Orleans, fresh beer battered grouper in Florida, and lobsters marinated in sweet garlic and white wine in Boston.

The nations hottest late night spots; starring beer soaked pulled pork smothered with mac n' cheese in Florida, the juiciest, crunchiest fried chicken in Texas, and sweet chicken sausage doused in a spicy cheese sauce in Atlanta.

America's cheesiest Mac n' Cheese; featuring a sharp cheddar mac topped with meaty chili in Wisconsin, a five cheese mac sautéed with hunks of lobster and shaved truffles in Maine, and a BBQ mac oozing with pulled pork in Atlanta.

The States finest street food; presenting juicy bacon wrapped fried chicken sandwiches in San Francisco, plump charcoal grilled hotdogs topped with creamy hash browns and jalapenos in Nashville, and spicy PB & J fries in Portland.

America's favorite pizza, featuring fresh lumps of crabmeat on top of melty mozzarella in Baltimore, a meat-loving ricotta, sausage and bacon pie in NYC, and a fiery chipotle chicken & chorizo slice in California.

America's hometown stars, featuring a flaky, tender fish taco covered in salsa and ranch in San Diego, rib stickin' Cincinnati chili piled high with cheddar, and crisp & juicy fried chicken with cheesy mac on the side in Atlanta.

"Food Paradise" travels to the Twin Cities and says "you betcha" to the fabulous food found at the Minnesota State Fair. The annual event is a celebration of creative comfort food like meatloaf on a stick and beer gelato.

America's most rare steaks featuring -- a smoky center-cut sirloin in Malibu, Calif., a mouthwatering rib-eye topped with spicy chimichurri sauce in Miami and a tender flank steak stuffed with gooey cheese and hard boiled eggs in Austin, Texas.

French fry and gravy dog, alligator dog, and a cream cheesy dream dog.

A 4-pound meat fortress stacked with deli delights; a French bun filled with beef brisket; fried tobacco onion rings.

Here's pork's best, from plump shoulder to a fall-off-the-bone whole hog.

Eat your way through the Wisconsin State Fair and the State Fair of Texas.

Tacos take their rightful place beside sandwiches as the tastiest, most convenient way to convey mex-ceptional food to your hungry stomach. Food Paradise travels the 50 states to bring you the best of the best in a tortilla.

What's better than breakfast or lunch? Well, brunch of course! It's the best of both worlds, and in this episode of Food Paradise, we bring to the table the best dishes and drinks from the most relaxed meal of the week.

We travel around the country in search of the eight greatest places to find super sandwiches.

For pizza that goes beyond pepperoni, check out the Great 8 pizzerias from all over the country where they're slinging pies that defy expectations.

You don't have to be from the South to enjoy down-home country cookin', you just have to be hungry! We leave no biscuit unturned in our country-wide search for the eight best Southern comfort food places.

Finding eight great places for midnight munchies since bar food has made great leaps forward in recent years.

Finding the eight greatest chicken dishes from California to Virginia.

Count down the eight great places to get authentic Italian food in America. From fresh ingredients to innovative twists on classic dishes, everything these Italian joints serve up.

Food Paradise grills the usual suspects, and a few unusual ones, in hopes of smoking out the 8 greatest places for BBQ bliss.

Counting down the top eight places serving up the extra-cheesiest delights in the nation.

Ever wonder where you can eat the best version of a city's signature dish? We're counting down the great eight restaurants serving up hometown heroes all over America.

Surf and turf doesn't just mean steak-and-lobster anymore. Food Paradise counts down 8 great places that put a creative spin on this classic combo.

We're searching out eight great Mexican food restaurants with ambitious dishes that go beyond the usual beans-and-rice platter. From a Peking duck taco to brisket enchiladas, we're finding the best Mexican crowd-pleasers.

On this episode of Food Paradise, we're hitting the road and heading to Las Vegas, baby! Sin City is much more than casinos and showgirls, it's also a food lover's destination. From the swankiest steak house to the coolest poolside restaurant, we'll show you all the hottest hot spots on and off the strip.

We're traveling coast to coast to answer the question: Where's the Beef? From a high-end steak house in Manhattan to a rib joint in Oklahoma, we take you to the most sizzling hotspots for beef in the U.S.

Chowing down in the Land of Enchantment; old favorites in New England; treats in Oklahoma.

Food Paradise travels to places that combine majestic views with savory foods. From the Gulf Coast of Florida to the awe-inspiring beauty of the Teton Mountain range, get ready for a visual feast.

Food Paradise heads out on a global grub down adventure across the USA. Whether it's an authentic taste of Germany in Wisconsin, Russian comfort food in New York or a Danish adventure in California, we travel the states for some delicious cultural cuisine.

Road trip across America to discover the best stuffed foods in the nation. From a wrestling-themed restaurant in Chicago to a baked potato factory in Houston, there's nothing quite like these restaurants serving up flavorful stuffed bites.

Favorite local hot spots serve up their city's most famous foods. From chicken wings in Buffalo, NY, to spicy chili in Houston, Texas, find out which restaurants do their city's iconic dishes proud.

A stateside hunt to find the best versions of classic American dishes. From hot dogs in Ohio to burgers in Oklahoma, these restaurants serve up nostalgic food with some innovative modern twists.

Sausage works for breakfast, lunch, dinner -- and even a late-night snack. From Milwaukee-style brats in Wisconsin to fried chicken sausage in Austin, Texas, these are America's hot spots for one of its most universal foods.

On this episode of Food Paradise, we're finding out what it takes to make bar food good again. From San Francisco to Miami, we're leaving no bar stool unturned as we tour restaurants nationwide finding who's taking boring bar food and turning it into one-of-a-kind pub grub.

On this episode of Food Paradise we're traveling far and wide in search of the foods that cast the most shade. We're on a Stack Attack looking for the tallest meals in town from Atlanta to Los Angeles -- and we're not taking any prisoners.

Local favorites feature comfort food that evokes home-cooked meals; warm, cozy and nostalgic foods from mac 'n' cheese in Detroit and chicken pot pie in Portland, Ore., to fried chicken in Atlanta and classic meatloaf in Kansas City.

Restaurants across the country prove that bacon makes everything better, from Bacon Grenades in Chicago and the I Bacon Your Pardon Roll in San Diego to bacon-wrapped wings in Vegas and an all-you-can-eat bacon buffet in Milwaukee.

From lobster smothered in melted Monterey Jack cheese to s'mores with gooey handmade marshmallows drenched in chocolate, this coast-to-coast tour finds the most indulgent, thickly coated culinary creations ever made.

This food tour heads to some of the most amazing eateries for handheld food, with no bowls, plates or utensils getting in the way. From big bags of saucy seafood in Chicago to arepas stuffed with slow-cooked meats in Minneapolis, chicken fingers in New York City to breakfast tacos in Austin, it's all hands on happiness.

It's time to ditch the protein and reach for the carbs in this over-the-top tour of foods to satisfy any carb craving. A trip to California turns up a pizza topped with pasta and a grilled cheese filled with spaghetti, and a doughnut shop in Portland takes mashed potatoes and fries them into fritters. In Chicago, a pretzel joint stuffs its knots with cakes and cookies, proving that no carb is safe from more carbs.

In this day and age, donuts aren't just for dessert! We're frying a batch of donuts for every meal of the day starting off in Minneapolis, MN, with a bacon, egg and cheese breakfast sandwich made on a sweet glazed donut. For lunch, we're in Texas for donuts loaded with barbecue brisket. When dinner rolls around, we're checking out donut burgers and donut French onion soup. If you've got a donut-shaped hole in your soul just waiting to be filled, you won't want to miss this!

We're taking a tour of retro restaurants around the country including a pair of period pharmacies on both coasts, a Jewish deli in Texas, a hot dog temple in Tennessee and a classic, chrome-clad diner in Minnesota. From massive old-fashioned sundaes and skyscraper sandwiches to towering patty melts and unique doughnuts, these restaurants bring the delicious past to the present.

We're giving America's favorite condiment a swirl in this deliciously drippy episode. Seafood dishes like hot lobster rolls and blue crab spaghetti get dressed in robes of butter at restaurants in Boston and New York while bakeries in San Francisco, Washington, DC and Atlanta bring butter to new heights in their flaky pastries. We've also got butter in places you never even thought of -- on top of knish sandwiches and melted into mochi.

From New York City Sicilians serving spaghetti in a cone, to a Vietnamese chef in Venice Beach rolling ramen noodles in a burrito, these chefs think way outside of the pasta box. New fusions are bringing noodles to the next level, and this episode of Food Paradise has all the saucy details.

America's wildest and wackiest culinary creations are showcased. From bacon sushi and flaming wings to a taco cannon and a 10,000-calorie burger, these chefs deliver deliciousness with a side of adventure, surprise and fun.

From a chili pepper-topped pizza in Atlanta, to European-style porchetta flame-roasted on a food truck in San Francisco, Food Paradise goes coast to coast on the hunt for sweat-inducing fiery food.

From seriously seismic shakes in Hawaii to super-size sundaes in New Orleans, Food Paradise gets a taste of the sweet life with some of the coolest frozen treats around.

From Japanese-flavored breakfast egg skillets in Hawaii to an update on Eggs Benedict in New Orleans, the egg comes first as Food Paradise cracks open an array of egg-cellent creations.

The best destination restaurants in America are highlighted. From city rooftops and mountain retreats to upscale events and down-home hospitality, these are the most beautiful, historical and unforgettable dining experiences the country has to offer.

From slow-smoked bison ribs in Colorado to chicken wings topped with cinnamon sugar and icing in Rhode Island, Food Paradise hunts down proteins that satisfy every carnivorous craving.

From an Arizona joint's chicken fried steak smothered in gravy to sweet, fluffy doughnuts in Rhode Island, Food Paradise is getting in line to find dishes that diners don't mind waiting hours to sink their teeth into.

From an omelette made with 15 eggs and 6 meats in Rhode Island to a two pound, softball-size meatball served on top of a mountain of spaghetti in Missouri, Food Paradise is on the lookout for dishes served in gargantuan portions.

Cajun and Creole classics from hot jazz snacks and bayou-fresh catfish to the famous Sno-Blizz.

A Route 66 road trip from Chicago to Southern California; authentic St. Louis barbecue ribs in Missouri; the iconic Oklahoma Onion Burger; custom-built milk shakes in Albuquerque, N.M.

Four regional rivals compete against one another in a meaty, mouthwatering mega-battle for barbecue bragging rights.

The tastiest spots under the Golden State's sun, including beach bites on the central coast, authentic Italian in Mammoth and some of the juiciest burgers in Southern California.

From gourmet Texas chili in Austin, TX, to a revamped patty melt in Los Angeles, diner menus across the country have been upgraded and elevated with fresh ingredients and new flavors.

The best local hideaways and tourist-friendly spots on the Hawaiian islands of Oahu and Kauai; delicacies include pineapple fried rice, Hawaiian-style dogs, lau lau pork and Spam musubi.

The best steaks, sandwiches, burgers and briskets that America has to offer; from meatloaf and pot roast nachos in Chicago to a 3-pound pork chop in Denver, it's a carnivore's carnival as we go looking for the biggest and best meat dishes in the US.

A tuna ramen burger in Alabama, breakfast waffle buns in Chicago and winning wieners in Denver.

The biggest and tastiest dishes from burritos and burgers to mac and cheese.

Hometown favorites are found in unexpected places, including classic Southern comfort food in Philly, Chicago deep-dish pizza in the Big Apple and meaty Texas-style chili in Seattle.

Classic Tuna Mac in Wisconsin and a five-meat sandwich in New York City.

A seven-pound stuffed lobster in Baltimore; mammoth Mexican burritos in San Jose; a three-pound burger in Coronado.

From ghostly pizza in Oregon to gnocchi in dark catacombs below Pennsylvania, these food haunts are serving up some scary-good dishes and plenty of festively spooky cocktails for Halloween.

From Hawaiian fare in Washington to mouthwatering seafood in southern Georgia, Food Paradise combs the coasts to find some of the best foods the country's beachside communities have to offer.

After a long, hard day at work, forget the glass of water. From an exotic spot in San Diego to a Chicago bar that puts their booze in the food, Food Paradise hunts down the best drinks and eats for the 5 o'clock crowd.

Before the entrees arrive, there's an entire world of food to explore. From a tower of tater tots in Atlanta to smoked wings in Detroit and cheese curds in Milwaukee, Food Paradise finds the best bold beginnings America has to offer.

Culinary treasures on scenic islands in the United States; from Hilton Head Island, S.C., to Hawaii, these island destinations feature a welcoming ambiance and cuisine worthy of the journey from the mainland.

Many new restaurants don't make it past year one, but there are some that have defied the odds. From a former Chicago speakeasy to a historic steakhouse in Oregon, eateries that have stood for 40 to 100 years or more are explored.

The best sauce-driven dishes across the country are highlighted. From New York to LA and beyond, these restaurants are pouring out the love by pouring on top toppings, great gravies and secret sauces that turn "good" into "finger-licking good."

Bird is the word as the country's choicest chicken dishes are highlighted. Whether it's fried to golden perfection, smothered in gravy, stuffed in a taco or topping a mound of crispy fries, chicken is one of the most versatile meats on the planet.

Fantasies come true as the best views and food in Alaska are revealed. Diners forget the lower 48 as they feast under the Northern Lights on king crab legs, reindeer ragu, elk meatloaf and salmon burgers.

The nation's most crave-worthy combinations are highlighted, from hearty biscuits and gravy and deliciously sinful mac 'n' cheese to carb-happy spaghetti and meatballs and crispy fish and chips.

The best bar food at the some of the best small breweries across the country is highlighted. From ale-glazed wings to beer-braised pork shoulder, beer has gone from a frosty sidekick to a key ingredient -- and diners are ready to drink it all in.

From a smoky bacon breakfast bowl to super-saucy barbecued ribs, these Southern-inspired spots are crushing country cooking across the US.

The best family-owned restaurants across the country are highlighted.

The best eats along the banks of America's greatest river are highlighted.

From the world's most luxurious steaks to the season's most vibrant veggies, diners across the country are going wild for homegrown goodness at these popular farm-to-table restaurants.

The most artful and indulgent Asian cuisines across the country are highlighted, from authentic hand-tossed Chinese noodles and colorful arcade-inspired dumplings to monster-sized sushi and inside-out Indian curry.

From fantastical French toast and flannel-busting flapjacks to a big city egg sandwich and Sicilian omelets, diners are waking up to unbeatable breakfasts across the country.

Diners get down and dirty with the best street food in the country, from chicken wings that defy crispiness and pizza-topped burgers to fiery hot shrimp and fresh-from-the-sea salmon tacos.

Frugal foodies across the country savor the savings while indulging in high quality meals without the high prices, from four dollar fried chicken tacos and one buck shucks to half-priced rib eyes and bargain breakfast bites.

Diners enjoy fry-day every day at these hot spots across the country, from super-stacked crispy chicken sandwiches and deep-fried lobster tails to sweet potato beignets and fanciful churros.

Diners get the most from the coasts at these seaside eateries across the country, from a one-of-a-kind salmon sandwich and fast casual ceviche to bombastic burgers and decadent pub fare. (Listed as S11E01)

Diners ditch their diets for a no-limits chow down across the country, from pizza-sized chicken Parmesan and nacho cheeseburgers to candy-covered sundaes and a decadent tiramisu for two.

From a Jersey Shore eatery where lobster boats tie up next to the tables, to legendary seafood stew in San Diego and deep-fried stuffed crab in Baltimore, get hooked up with the most succulent, savory and spectacular seafood in the country! (Listed as S11E02)

Diners take a break from the plate as they dig into super-stacked bowls across the country, from mac 'n' cheese flights of fancy and comforting pasta creations to bold beef stews and a chili with soul.

From a hidden pizza haven in San Diego to a Jewish deli in Miami and a legendary pub in Baltimore, we're getting the lowdown on the best local grub across the country by asking locals where they go to satisfy their cravings.

The country's best diners named for the average joe are highlighted, from a liquor store-turned-restaurant serving up burgers to an authentic Mexican kitchen laying down the law with its arresting dishes.

Diners check out the dishes you just gotta try before you die, from Philly's life-changing roast pork sandwiches and the best burger in NYC to a cavalcade of Cajun flavors at the best bayou brunch around.

From Texas-sized pulled pork sandwiches to beer-infused mussels in Maine and the hottest barbecue in Miami, we've found the best pubs serving up a paradise of great grub.

Putting on the freshmen fifteen never looked so good as diners eat their way through the tastiest college towns. From an entire Thanksgiving feast on a roll to mac 'n' cheese doughnuts, these dishes will fuel any cram session.

Great food calls for great entertainment, and these places offer spectacles that make memorable side dishes to incredible meals -- from mile-high burgers fueling music fans in Texas to a comedy show featuring fresh Atlantic seafood in Maine.

Pizzerias share their most delicious spins on America's favorite pie, from a family-run institution in Chicago specializing in stuffed pizzas to a one-of-a-kind pizza palace slinging outrageous dessert pizzas.

These places dish up all the meat you can eat, from a bottomless buffet of skewered meats in NYC to mile-high meaty sandwiches in Colorado.

Diners get a fresh take on fast food at these unique fast-casual restaurants across the country, from a New Jersey sandwich shop specializing in gourmet hoagies to a Los Angeles hot dog joint serving up bacon-wrapped dogs and fully-loaded fries.

From a colossal 30-pound taco pizza in Atlantic City to a towering mountain of meat in Seattle, we're featuring pumped-up portions from across the country that deliver on decadence.

Diners make mouthwatering memories at these top bites by monumental sites across the country, from sandwiches stacked with international flavors across the street from the National Zoo to silky, sweet ice cream sundaes near Golden Gate Park.

Diners cozy up to some of the most feel-good foods around the country, including fully loaded tater tots, outrageous shakes and mouthwatering Australian meat pies.

These A+ eateries serve up delicious food and awesome service near America's colleges and universities, from an iconic burger shop steps away from Harvard University to a beloved breakfast joint just off the University of Minnesota campus.

Diners pull over and fill up on gourmet delights at these road food hot spots across the country, from classic burgers and frosty root beer floats right off of Route 61 in Louisiana to fish and chips on the Pacific Coast Highway.

Restaurants reveal the dishes that have stood the test of time and provide soul-satisfying experiences for their customers, from chocolate egg creams at a 1950s soda fountain in NYC to a San Francisco bakery reimagining Old World confections.

Diners ditch their home digs and catch the culinary excitement of day trip dining, from a pound of perfect barbecue on a bun in Fort Worth, TX, to a sofrito-slathered, super-sized burrito in Arlington, VA.

New dining experiences and classic comforts are brought together under one roof at these food halls, from spicy fried chicken paired with the most decadent mac and cheese at Atlanta's Krog Street Market to an intensely delicious pierogi melt at Cleveland's West Side Market.

From fried bologna made fancy to bright lobster on pitch-black bread, these mild-mannered hometown standards go beyond the same-old-same-old and earning their bragging rights as sandwich heroes.

From spicy Chilean pork ribs in the Pacific Northwest to a Puerto Rican pork-tacular down in Georgia, diners are finding south-of-the-border flavor without ever leaving the States.

From a half-pound kielbasa smothered in Swiss cheese to an all-beef dog stuffed with smoked brisket, these restaurants are all about delicious dogs and sizzling sausages.

From authentic tacos and first-class pizza to succulent seafood paella and beer-can chicken, these dishes all come with a side of great weather, breathtaking scenery and the laid-back vibes of the Golden State.

From a triple-wide Cajun country pork chop to a sky-high stack of piggy perfection, there's almost too much pork to fit on a fork at these dining destinations.

From a spiked milkshake topped with a campfire's worth of s'mores to a sushi-stacked burger on fried rice buns, Sin City's most over-the-top eats are explored.

From classic Chicago dogs at Wrigley Field and the South Side's most delicious deep dish to an old school Jewish deli and gourmet burgers underground, the Windy City's best eats are highlighted.

From a 14-pound mountain of nachos and a barbecue a sandwich as mighty as the Mississippi to a two-pork punch of a breakfast burrito, these citywide franchises have gone off the chain.

From ice cream- and cereal-stuffed burritos in LA to a deep-dish pizza wrapped in a whole other pizza in Chicago, these restaurants prove that good food is even greater when it comes in a tasty package.