A soft, fluffy sandwich roll topped with a crackly, mottled crust made from a rice-flour paste.

A 10-inch hot dog served on a steamed bun, famous for being a staple food at Los Angeles Dodgers baseball games.

A hearty, tomato-based Italian American seafood stew that originated in San Francisco in the late 1800s.

A popular Chinese street-food snack made by wrapping sliced braised beef inside a warm, flaky scallion pancake, then adding hoisin sauce, cucumbers, and fresh herbs.

A deep-fried burrito that’s crispy on the outside and filled with flavorful ingredients like shredded beef, chicken, beans, cheese, and spices.

A creamy, cheesy, slightly spicy dip that’s a beloved snack and party food in Arkansas, especially in Texarkana and central Arkansas.

A creamy, thick chowder similar to New England style, but with key differences: it's often served in a sourdough bread bowl and may incorporate unique regional ingredients.

A popular San Diego–style burrito known for one signature twist: it’s stuffed with French fries.

A Sonoran hot dog is a bacon-wrapped hot dog grilled and served on a soft, steamed bolillo-style bun, topped with a variety of ingredients like pinto beans, tomatoes, onions, and salsa.

An Arizona cheese crisp is a thin, open-faced, crispy flatbread. It is similar to a pizza but made with a flour tortilla topped with cheese, traditionally baked under a broiler or in an oven until the cheese is melted and the edges are crisp. 

A loaded Mexican-American comfort food that originated in Southern California. They’re essentially French fries topped with seasoned grilled steak and other classic toppings, making them a hearty, indulgent dish.

A California tradition centered on slow-roasting and grilling large cuts of beef, typically a top sirloin or tri-tip, over an open red oak fire.

A tangy, mayonnaise-based barbecue sauce originating from northern Alabama.

A prized seafood delicacy known for its large, sweet, and tender crab legs.

A cold crab salad made primarily from fresh lump crabmeat, onions, and a simple marinade of oil, vinegar, and seasonings.