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The Food Network show Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives is a staple on American cable television. Over the years, the show has visited 3 Basque American restaurants!
The reality show follows host Guy Fieri as he takes road trips across the United States visiting independent eateries.
On the air since 2007, the show has run an impressive 26 seasons with a total of 260 episodes. It has been nominated for 5 Primetime Emmy Awards in the Outstanding Structured Reality Program category, as well as several Emmy nominations for host Guy Fieri.
1. Bar Gernika – Boise, Idaho
Season 6, Episode 3: “A Little Bit of Everywhere”
Aired: April 20, 2009
Website: Bar Gernika
Thanks to Leigh Ann Dufurrena, you can watch the Bar Gernika section of the episode online:
2. Louis’ Basque Corner – Reno, Nevada
Season 9, Episode 3: “Globetrottin'”
Aired: May 10, 2010
Website: Louis’ Basque Corner
Photo: David Calvert
3. Pyrenees Cafe – Bakersfield, California
Season 22, Episode 5: “To Bakersfield and Beyond”
Aired: April 24, 2015
Website: Pyrenees Cafe
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’ visit to the Pyrenees Cafe in Bakersfield even caused some controversy on the local restaurant scene. The owner of neighboring restaurant, Narducci’s Cafe, claimed the owner of the Pyrenees Cafe stole his spot on the show.
You can watch them battle it out on the local news station:
If you’re curious to watch these episodes, you can watch them here:
Happy viewing!
Which of these restaurants have you been to? What is your favorite Basque American restaurant? Let us know in the comments!
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