Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives - Season 9 / Year 2015

This trip, Guy's tackling everything from land to sea. In Des Moines, the funky fusion joint serving up unique burritos alongside off-the-chain bulgogi masa fries. Across town in the Beaverdale area of Des Moines, the Southern spot cooking up all the classics, from ribs and red beans and rice to catfish cakes and collards. And in Atlantic City, the husband-wife duo dishing out soul food standouts like turkey chops and pig feet.

This trip, Guy's taking a tasty tour through Tuscany, Italy. In Montecatini Alto, the hillside seafood spot serving up a squid ink specialty and a Mediterranean prawn-artichoke mashup. To the west in Collodi, Guy swings through the "birthplace of Pinocchio" to reunite with an old buddy dishing out legit spaghetti and outrageous lamb. Then, Guy's headed south for a bucket list experience of truffle hunting in the mountains of San Miniato. And finally to Lucca for one last stop, at a true Tuscan joint cooking up all kinds of totally fresh pasta with mussels and an out of bounds oxtail tortelli.

This trip, Guy's hitting up totally traditional Italian spots in Florence, Italy. First, the 50-year-old landmark serving up their legendary spaghetti specialty and some crazy good chicken. Then, the second generation spot reeling in the awards and cranking out all kinds of totally fresh pasta. And finally, the popular pizza place sharing their Italian dough-making secrets and cooking up a legit salami-cheese calzone.

This trip, Guy's heading southwest for a flavor-filled tour of sunny Arizona. First, the real deal Italian market making an authentic beef specialty straight from the mother country. Also in Scottsdale, a pitstop at the funky gas station/barbecue cafe dishin' out the bomb brisket alongside a host of handcrafted fuel — yes, fuel. And in Phoenix, the out-of-the-box burger joint serving up all kinds of crazy culinary creations.

This trip, Guy's headed coast to coast, from north to south. In Atlantic City, the local legend dishin' out righteous crab-stuffed flounder and a legit spin on cannelloni. In Phoenix, the mom and pop pizza shop firing up pies topped with everything from baked ziti to chicken marsala. And in Bakersfield, Calif., some sunshine and down-home specialties, like tri tip and grilled chicken, worthy of a road trip.

This trip, Guy's gettin' a far out taste of both coasts. In Bakersfield, Calif., the 75-year-old steakhouse firing up savory stuffed pork chops and legit lobster mac 'n cheese. Across town, the Latin-American fusion joint cranking out chicken and tri-tip with a south-of-the-border spin. And in Somers Point, N.J., the sandwich spot serving up all kinds of crazy combos, like a killer crab melt and the bomb pork belly reuben.

This trip, Guy's getting an authentic taste of all ends of the earth. In Bakersfield, Calif., the firehouse-turned-restaurant firing up Latin-fusion favorites like basque lamb tacos and popcorn pork with a side of zing. In Northfield, N.J., an Italian spot servin' all kinds of authentic specialties like grandma's pizza and homemade pappardelle pasta. And in Phoenix, the funky Thai joint dishing out off-the-hook dumplings and coconut Asian pork.

This trip, Guy's taste buds are in for a culinary adventure. In Bakersfield, Calif., the classic cafe dishing out meaty Texas chili and decadent pumpkin pancakes. Across town, the hidden gem piling up a peanut butter burger alongside all kinds of delicious desserts, like homemade "Bacon Love" ice cream. And in Phoenix, the gourmet taco spot mixing up a mean mole.

This trip, Guy's giving some love to a little town with a lot of flavor. In Bakersfield, Calif., the landmark Basque spot serving a four-course meal including outrageous oxtail and garlic fried chicken. Across town, the Greek place cooking up authentic specialties like cabbage dolmades and braised beef over pasta. And west of town in Taft, Calif., the funky Asian joint dishing out killer pad Thai and a favorite called tom yum kung.

This trip, Guy Fieri's checkin' out high octane joints in Charlotte, N.C., with NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer. First, the relocated Triple-D alum dishing out dynamite burgers and a unique spin on shrimp. Then, the go-kart track serving revved-up sandwiches like steak with fig preserves and smoking hot chicken. And parked at the Charlotte Speedway, the funky food truck firing up tasty flavors like chana masala tacos and buffalo cauliflower sliders.

This trip, Guy Fieri's indulging himself in righteous, rich recipes. In Charlotte, N.C., the crazy seafood spot reeling in off-the-hook gumbo and a spicy mahi mahi specialty. Across town, the mother-daughter team serving up savory lamb ragout and a decadent ice cream sandwich. And in Los Angeles, the Korean-German combo firing up drunken chicken and a killer burger.

This trip, Guy Fieri's headed west for barbecue and beyond. In Los Angeles, the food court gem grilling up homemade chorizo and a Yucatan turkey special. Then, in Las Vegas, two funky joints firing up the grill and slinging dishes that'll have you licking your chops ... and your fingers.

This trip, Guy's hittin' up world flavors tucked away in the USA. In Los Angeles, the Korean-Mexican mashup serving up short rib tacos and spicy pork chimichangas. Nearby in L.A.'s Chinatown, the New Orleans-inspired joint cooking up Big Easy po' boys and legit crawfish mac and cheese. And in Charlotte, N.C., the Serbian pizza place dishing out European-style calzones and a stuffed cabbage specialty.

This trip, Guy Fieri's going all in for some comfort and soul. In Charlotte, N.C., the down-home hangout dishing out low country favorites, like killer collard greens and standout shrimp and grits. In Las Vegas, the standout strip mall spot serving their crepe specialties with everything from savory beef to sweet caramel apples. And in Culver City, Calif., Marc Summers joins Guy at the mom and pop shop firing up tasty turkey chili and dynamite dogs on cornbread buns.

This trip, Guy's gettin' a big taste of the Far East. In Las Vegas, the city's original Japanese spot rolling out serious sushi and traditional udon. Then, the Vegas winner dealin' in righteous pork and an Asian spin on classic grilled cheese. And in Denver, the Korean barbecue joint firing up the grill for a meaty all-you-can eat flavorfest.

This trip, Guy Fieri's checking out killer cuisine spanning three different continents. In Denver, the unique quick service spot dishing out a creative take on Indian curry. Then in northwest Denver, the Brazilian bistro cooking up the bomb croquettes and an abundant seafood specialty. And in Atlanta, the folksy joint stacking mega meat into serious sandwiches.

This trip, Guy Fieri's digging in to stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. In Atlanta, the down-home joint cooking up righteous chicken and biscuits and house-cured lox. Across town, the twin-brother team firing up Southern grub like brisket burger and chicken-fried ribs. And in Fort Collins, Colo., the funky cafe serving up vegetarian specialties like tomatillo and chickpea pizza and a savory cauliflower steak.

This trip, Guy Fieri's celebrating homeland favorites from all kinds of diverse cultures. In Richfield, Minn., the Mexican restaurant-market combo dishing out real-deal tacos al pastor and carnitas tamales. In Denver, the Greek joint cooking up lights-out lamb ribs and a unique dessert specialty. And in Atlanta, the Southern spot serving up their spin on shrimp and grits, plus legit biscuits and gravy.

This trip, Guy's checkin' out some righteous spots that say a lot in the name. In Fort Collins, Colo., an NFL pro and Triple-D alum team up on gangster green chili and mile-high burgers. In Falmouth, Mass., the quaint breakfast-lunch cafe putting out perfect pickle chips and a savory scone sandwich. And just outside of Falmouth, the family-owned favorite serving local soft shell crab and hearty kale soup.

This trip, Guy's divin' into menus boasting the bomb beef. In Minneapolis, the neighborhood gastropub serving up serious sandwiches piled with steak and braised beef. In Atlanta, the Jewish deli putting out a fish specialty alongside killer pastrami hash. And in Plymouth, Mass., the funky cafe dishin' out unique cheesesteak pretzels and a twist on traditional shepherd's pie.

In Denver, beef empanadas and a veggie tarta specialty; in Bayport, Minn., brisket sandwiches and pulled pork; in Falmouth, Mass., Tex-Mex breakfast and a loaded chicken sandwich.

This trip, Guy Fieri is eating up grub that doesn't require a knife and fork! In Atlanta, a funky old house turned brew pub cookin' up cheddarwurst corn dogs along with a knockout pastrami sandwich. In Minneapolis, an English-Filipino mashup serving the bomb bahn mi and bacon onion dip. Then, in Woods Hole, Mass., a seafood spot dishing out mussels and lobster-stuffed cod.

This trip, Guy Fieri's livin' it up in London, digging into a real-deal regional feast. First, a couple of British buddies smoking up true blue American 'cue. Then, a hip hangout giving classic fish-n-chips a modern makeover. And Guy finds a taste of legit English fare at a locals' favorite, serving standout shepherd's pie, braised ox cheek, and righteous rhubarb cheesecake.

This trip, Guy's going big on the pig. In Colorado Springs, a funky food truck serving their pork fusion on loaded platters and Colombian arepas. In Minneapolis, an Asian joint tucked away in a grocery store dishing out barbecued pork and pork belly ramen. And across town, a smokehouse firin' up killer wings and a hearty porchetta sandwich.

This trip, Guy's diving into an island-Italian mashup. In Plymouth, Mass., a colorful joint dishing out a unique plantain sandwich and wings gone bananas. In Colorado Springs, a neighborhood Italian spot servin' up outrageous arancini and real-deal veal. And a few miles away, a Caribbean-pasta joint cooking up jerk chicken penne and a surprising curry "vegetti" dish.