For nearly two decades and dozens of episodes, Guy Fieri has been traveling across the country to visit America's best diners, drive-ins and dives.

At each restaurant the spiky-haired chef interviews owners, customers, chefs and staff and samples some of the eateries' greatest dishes, from burgers to pancakes, pie and so much more.

Since the very beginning, "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" has left a lasting impact on dozens of the featured restaurants, referred to by some as the "Triple D" effect. This impact is evident around the United States and right here in North Jersey, including at a beloved old-school diner in Linden that served as Fieri's first-ever stop

In October 2005, Mike Giunta, a full-time firefighter, purchased the Bayway Diner in Linden. It was a beloved but rundown est

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