Ep 12. Griddles and Vittles

In season 22 episode 12 of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri takes viewers on a journey through some of the best griddle cooking in the country. From classic breakfast diner fare to inventive sandwiches and burgers, this episode is all about comfort food that's cooked on a hot griddle.

First up is a visit to a classic '50s-style diner in The Villages, Florida, where Guy meets the owner and head cook, who has been flipping pancakes and cooking up breakfast favorites for over 30 years. The menu is filled with classics like eggs benedict, biscuits and gravy, and huge stacks of pancakes, all cooked to perfection on the diner's massive griddle.

Next, Guy heads to San Antonio, Texas, to visit a family-owned restaurant that specializes in inventive variations of classic burgers and sandwiches. The restaurant's owner, who is also the head chef, shows Guy how he creates his signature dish - a giant burger patty that's layered with cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, and onion, all sandwiched between two grilled cheese sandwiches.

From there, Guy travels to St. Louis, Missouri, to visit a restaurant that's been serving up classic diner dishes for over 75 years. The menu is filled with classic comfort foods like meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and chicken fried steak, all cooked perfectly on the restaurant's massive griddle. Guy chats with the restaurant's owner, who shares some of the secrets to his success - including his signature meatloaf recipe that's been passed down in his family for generations.

Finally, Guy heads to a small town in New Mexico to visit a family-owned restaurant that's known for their green chile cheeseburgers. The owner and head cook shows Guy how he grills up the perfect burger patties and adds just the right amount of spice to his famous green chile sauce. Guy takes a bite of the burger and declares it one of the best he's ever had.

Throughout the episode, Guy showcases the art and science of cooking on a griddle, highlighting the unique flavors and textures that can only be achieved by cooking on a hot, flat surface. He also chats with the owners and head cooks of each restaurant, learning about the history and traditions behind their dishes and the unique techniques they use to create them.

Overall, Griddles and Vittles is a must-watch for food lovers and fans of classic diner fare. Guy's enthusiasm and passion for great food is infectious, and viewers will find themselves craving a plate of hot and crispy bacon or a juicy burger cooked to perfection on a griddle by the end of the episode.