Ep 12. Fresh Fish & Funky Chicken

Guy Fieri is back at it again, traveling across America in search of the best diners, drive-ins, and dives on this season of his hit Food Network show. On episode 12 of season 21, titled Fresh Fish & Funky Chicken, he takes us on a culinary adventure through some of the best restaurants serving up fresh seafood and unique chicken dishes that will make your taste buds dance.

First up, Guy visits a restaurant in Connecticut that specializes in serving the freshest seafood around. From lobster rolls to clam chowder to seafood-stuffed artichokes, this restaurant has it all. Guy gets a behind-the-scenes look at how they source their seafood from local fishermen and farmers, ensuring that everything is as fresh as it can possibly be. He tries their famous lobster mac and cheese dish and declares it the best he's ever had.

Next, Guy heads to a funky joint in Nashville that serves up some seriously unique chicken dishes. From chicken and waffles to an avocado chicken sandwich, this restaurant is all about pushing the boundaries of what's possible with chicken. Guy meets the owner, who reveals that they use a special marination process to infuse the chicken with flavor before it's even cooked. He tries a buffalo chicken meatball sub and is blown away by the bold flavors.

Then, Guy travels to a restaurant in Michigan that is known for its mouth-watering fish and seafood dishes. He meets the owner, who started the restaurant with his wife over 30 years ago, and learns about their commitment to using only the freshest, sustainably sourced seafood. Guy samples their famous fried perch dish and raves about the delicate, flaky texture of the fish.

Finally, Guy pays a visit to a restaurant in Oregon that serves up a wide variety of chicken dishes. From chicken fried steak to chicken and dumplings to their famous chicken fettuccine Alfredo, this restaurant has something for everyone. Guy gets to go into the kitchen and watch as the chef prepares their signature dish, a chicken and waffle sandwich with jalapeno-infused syrup. He declares it one of the best dishes he's ever tasted on the show.

Throughout the episode, Guy showcases the unique flavors and techniques that make each of these restaurants stand out from the crowd. He also shares fun facts and trivia about the history of each restaurant and the people behind them. If you're a fan of seafood or chicken (or just delicious food in general), Fresh Fish & Funky Chicken is an episode you won't want to miss.