17 things you probably didn't know about 'Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives'

Christina Snyder,Fiona ClairApr 21, 2020, 22:34 IST

Guy Fieri's signature red Camaro is shipped to each destination on "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." He's not actually driving it.Food Network

"Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" has been airing on the Food Network for over a decade.
It's a road-trip-style TV show where Guy Fieri travels around the US, Canada, and a few international destinations to try out restaurants, diners, and hidden gems.
Fieri's signature 1968 Camaro gets shipped on a trailer to each city he visits — he's not actually driving it around the world.
Many restaurants that have appeared on the show experienced a huge increase in sales after their episode aired.
Fieri chooses the restaurants and dishes featured on the show, so viewers won't see a lot of liver or eggs.
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"Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" — or as Guy Fieri calls it, "Triple D" — is currently on its 32nd season on the Food Network, making it one of the channel's biggest hits.

The show features Fieri traveling around the US to meet restaurateurs and business owners. They share their signature dishes, and he gets to see how the meals are made and sample them.

Here are some behind-the-scenes secrets that even "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" superfans might not know.

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If you're wondering if Fieri has been to the restaurant you're dining at, just look for his spray-painted head.

Guy Fieri leaves his mark on the restaurant he visits on the show. Fiona Clair for Insider

The show helped Fieri earn his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Guy Fieri was awarded a Hollywood Walk of Fame star in 2019. Paul Archuleta / Stringer/Getty

You won't see a lot of egg or liver dishes featured on the show.

Guy Fieri said he doesn't like eggs. Dmitry Galaganov/Shutterstock

Fieri personally chooses each restaurant and dish that's featured on the show.

Guy Fieri makes the final call on all the restaurants. Food Network

In an attempt to balance out all of the food he eats on the show, Fieri brings a juicer on the road with him.

Guy Fieri said he tries to balance his diet while filming. Ethan Miller /GettyImages

Fieri invites Make-A-Wish families to every taping of "Triple D."

Guy Fieri is involved in the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Make-A-Wish-America/Facebook

Fieri doesn't like to talk to the chefs beforehand because he wants everything on the show to be authentic.

Guy Fieri tries to wait until he's on camera to talk to the chefs. Food Network

The restaurateurs have to invest a fair amount of money into the episode.

The show doesn't cover the cost of the ingredients used during filming. Food Network

Restaurants featured on "Triple D" often gain huge popularity once the episode airs.

Businesses can become more popular after the show. The Food Network

Off-camera, Fieri apparently gives the chefs advice.

Guy Fieri is known to share the tips he's learned along the way. Food Network

Fieri has developed many catchphrases throughout the making of the show.

Guy Fieri can get pretty excited about food. Food Network

Filming each episode of the show takes a couple of days.

It isn't a quick in and out to film this show. Food Network

The pilot episode took 21 days to film.

Guy Fieri on "Food Network Star." Food Network

The show has featured some celebrity guest stars through the years.

Guy Fieri and Kid Rock on "Triple D." Food Network

Fieri has published three books about "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives"

Guy Fieri has documented his findings. Amazon

Fieri's ride is an important part of the show, but he doesn't actually road trip in it.

Guy Fieri's signature red Camaro is shipped to each destination on "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives." He's not actually driving it. Food Network

There are lots of helpful fan websites dedicated to the show.

"Triple D" fans have made websites with updated restaurant guides. Food Network

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