Take a Trip to Flavortown in Baltimore: 12 Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives Favorites

Baltimore is a foodie paradise, and if you’re a fan of the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives with Guy Fieri, you’re in for a treat. Charm City is home to 12 featured spots where bold flavors, local traditions, and creative dishes shine. From quirky breakfast joints to classic diners and authentic international cuisines, here’s your guide to the Triple-D restaurants in Baltimore that will have you saying, “This is money!”

All of these restaurants are less than 10 miles from Rachael’s Dowry Bed and Breakfast, and some are just around the corner. Ask us and we’ll point you in the right direction.

Blue Moon Café | 1621 Aliceanna St., Baltimore
Start your day with a visit to Blue Moon Café in Fell’s Point, a breakfast and brunch destination with funky, eclectic vibes. Known for its enormous portions, this spot wowed Guy with their Captain Crunch French Toast—thick slices of French toast coated in crushed cereal, topped with fresh berries, and served with syrupy perfection. Don’t miss their inventive breakfast burritos and fluffy pancakes while soaking in the quirky atmosphere. Their sister restaurant, Blue Moon Too, is closer to us in the Federal Hill area. Same food, but it doesn’t get as many lines as the original cafe.

Johnny Rad’s Pizzeria Tavern | 2108 Eastern Ave., Baltimore
Craving pizza with a twist? Johnny Rad’s Pizzeria Tavern offers creative bar food in a laid-back environment complete with skateboarding videos and indie tunes. Their Trainwreck Pizza is a veggie lover’s dream, piled high with mushrooms, spinach, black olives, and fresh mozzarella. With plenty of vegan and vegetarian options, Johnny Rad’s has something for everyone to enjoy.

Miss Shirley’s Café | 750 E. Pratt St., Baltimore
Miss Shirley’s Café takes breakfast and brunch to the next level. With its flagship location in Roland Park and one nearby in Inner Harbor, this upscale-casual café serves up dishes like the Chicken and Cheddar Green Onion Waffles featured on the show. Think crispy buttermilk fried chicken, cheddar waffles with a Cajun kick, and a drizzle of honey mustard aioli. Guy couldn’t resist, and you won’t be able to either. Miss Shirley’s is the only breakfast restaurant that Linda will let you skip her breakfast for!

Sláinte Irish Pub | 1700 Thames St., Baltimore
For hearty Irish fare and so much more, visit Sláinte Irish Pub in Fell’s Point. They pride themselves in the partnerships they’ve created with local farmers, bakers, butchers, and seafood purveyors to procure the freshest ingredients. Those ingredients shine in dishes like their Seafood Gumbo, a spicy mix of shrimp, crawfish tails, blue crab, and andouille sausage. This ain’t your ordinary pub food!

R&R Taqueria | 2 E. Lombard St., Baltimore
Spice up your day at R&R Taqueria, where every dish is made from scratch—including salsas made fresh throughout the day, handmade tamales, and tableside guacamole. Guy featured their Huaraches al Pastor, a handmade corn tortilla topped with marinated pork, fresh salsas, and avocado. This joint delivers authentic Mexican flavors that pack a punch.

Sip & Bite Restaurant | 2200 Boston St., Baltimore
A true Baltimore institution since 1948, Sip & Bite Restaurant is a diner with a Greek twist. Open from 7am-3pm every day, they serve everything from healthful salads to gyros to all-day breakfasts. Their menu goes on for days! Featured on Triple-D was their iconic Crab Cake Sandwich, made with fresh crab meat and seasoned with just the right amount of Old Bay for that classic Baltimore flavor.

Chaps Pit Beef | 720 Mapleton Ave., Baltimore
When it comes to Baltimore-style barbecue, Chaps Pit Beef is the real deal. It all started in 1987 as a BBQ shack in the parking lot of a night club. Today, they have three locations, and are at the Sunday Farmer’s Market under I-83. Their Pit Beef Sandwich—a Maryland classic topped with creamy horseradish sauce and onions on a potato roll—is smoky, juicy, and downright delicious.

Di Pasquale’s Italian Market | 3700 Toone St., Baltimore
With over 100 years of history and Old World traditions, Di Pasquale’s Italian Market in Brewers Hill is a must-visit for Italian comfort food—signature subs, cheesesteaks, pasta, calzones and more. Their Meat Lasagna and Eggplant Lasagna were featured on the show and are layered with authentic flavors that taste like Nonna’s kitchen.

Grano Pasta Bar | 1031 W. 36^th St., Baltimore
Nestled in Baltimore’s eccentric Hampden neighborhood, Grano Pasta Bar serves authentic Italian pasta recipes in a cozy setting. Their handmade Ravioli ai Funghi—filled with exotic mushrooms and ricotta in a creamy truffle porcini sauce—stole the show. They have a small Italian market right next door where you’ll want to grab some rustic country bread and sliced prosciutto to go.

Swallow at the Hollow | 5921 York Road, Baltimore
For scratch-made pub grub and craft beer, check out Swallow at the Hollow in North Baltimore. A local landmark since the 1940s, the Swallow’s newest owner has taken bar food to a whole new level. Their Steak Wrap—filled with filet, avocado, salsa, and garlic butter—stood out on Triple-D, as did their sticky, spicy Honey Ghost Wings.

Broadway Diner | 6501 Eastern Ave., Baltimore
From its chrome exterior to its classic booths and glass dessert case, the Broadway Diner is a quintessential 1950s-style diner. But its menu is anything but old-fashioned, with seafood, steak and pasta dishes alongside all-day breakfast fare. From Potato-Crusted Salmon on a bed of spinach to hearty Hungarian Goulash, this family-run diner delivers comfort food with a touch of flair.

Jimmy’s Famous Seafood | 6526 Holabird Ave., Baltimore
No visit to Baltimore is complete without sampling the crab cakes at Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, which opened in 1974 and is now run by Jimmy’s sons. Their colossal Maryland Crab Cakes and Soft Shell Crab Po Boy with bay sauce, as showcased on Triple-D, have earned them a loyal following. Bonus: You can even order their crab cakes to be shipped nationwide!

A visit to Baltimore’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives is the perfect way to explore the city’s vibrant food scene during your next getaway at Rachael’s Dowry. Whether you’re in the mood for breakfast, pizza, barbecue, or seafood, these restaurants offer something for every palate. Ready to dig in? Flavortown awaits!