Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Season 2011 Episode 7 Favorites with a Twist

In episode 7 of the 2011 season of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, host Guy Fieri travels to various restaurants across the country to explore their unique takes on classic dishes. The episode, titled "Favorites with a Twist," features restaurants that put their own spin on everything from burgers to seafood.

The first stop is Blueplate in San Francisco, where Fieri tries their famous mac 'n' cheese loaded with bacon, chicken, and tomatoes. Next up is Back 40 Urban Cafe in St. Louis, known for their creative spins on classic brunch dishes like the stuffed French toast made with brioche, cream cheese, and Grand Marnier.

In Seattle, Fieri visits the Matador, where he tries their take on a taco salad – served in a crispy tortilla shell and topped with black beans, roasted corn, and chipotle ranch dressing. He also visits Cafe Poca Cosa in Tucson, where they specialize in Mexican cuisine with a twist. Fieri tries their popular chiles rellenos stuffed with spinach and goat cheese and topped with walnut sauce.

At Rusty's Surf Ranch in Santa Monica, Fieri samples their "Surf 'n' Turf" burger made with a beef patty, lobster, and garlic butter. In Atlanta, he visits Busy Bee Cafe, a soul food restaurant that serves up classic dishes like fried chicken and collard greens. Fieri tries their famous "Ghetto Burger," made with two beef patties, cheese, bacon, and chili.

Finally, Fieri makes his way to Cafe de Olla in Bernalillo, New Mexico, where he tries their twist on traditional New Mexican cuisine. He samples the carne adovada, made with pork marinated in red chile sauce, and the stacked enchiladas with blue corn tortillas and green chile sauce.

Throughout the episode, Fieri explores the creative and unique takes on classic dishes found at each of these restaurants. From a lobster-topped burger to chiles rellenos stuffed with goat cheese, these restaurants offer a delicious twist on old favorites.