The Hidden Gems In The US Anthony Bourdain Loved
NEWS
By KYLE GRACE MILLS
The Sample Room
Lauding chef Michael McKay of The Sample Room in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Anthony Bourdain said, “He spends at least as much time as mom or pop would. It's personal.”
Today, you can still savor that exquisite artisanal fare and enjoy the cozy local joint atmosphere. Judging by the high-brow menu, it's clear that the restaurant remains a true gem.
Ulrich's 1868 Tavern
For a "No Reservations" episode, Bourdain visited Ulrich's Tavern, the oldest bar in Buffalo, NY that’s been serving wings, beer, and other classics since 1868.
If you visit Ulrich's today, you can get a true taste of Western NY humble fare. They still serve Buffalo wings and Beef on Weck, a proud Buffalo-invented sandwich Bourdain loved.
El Taco Veloz
While in Atlanta for his show "The Layover," Bourdain ordered roasted beef tongue tacos at El Taco Veloz, one of the oldest taco stands located on the Buford Highway.
He said the tacos were made "just like the old country" would have made them. Today, you can hit any one of El Taco Veloz's seven Georgia locations to get a taste of their tacos.
Biker Jim's
When at Biker Jim's Hot Dogs in Denver for "No Reservations," Bourdain was served some gourmet dogs, running from Alaskan reindeer to rattlesnake, by Biker Jim himself.
While being fed various types of wild game sausages with cream cheese, Bourdain kept crying for more. There are quite a few Biker Jim's Hot Dogs in the Denver area you can hit.
Joe's Kansas City BBQ
For "A Cook's Tour," Bourdain tried burnt ends, a quality cut of brisket's discarded end pieces, at Oklahoma Joe's (now called Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que).
Turned into barbecue treasure, the usually tossed burnt ends were described as "finger-licking good” by Bourdain. Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que locations serve the dish till date.