Report updated Apr 16, 2026
Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial
For fans of the TV show 'Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives' and food-focused travelers looking to visit iconic locations across the country.
Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial is an established food & drink app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.6/5 rating from 1.5K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
What is Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial?
Current Momentum
v3.1
Updates and bug fixes.
Active Nemesis
TVFoodMaps
By TVFoodMaps
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What makes this app unique?
What Does It Look Like?
What Are The Key Features?
Access to over 980 locations featured on the show, including historical and closed venues.
Near Me map view to visualize and navigate to nearby restaurants from the show.
Links to 456 recipes featured on the show, sortable by dish type or season.
Track visited locations and share experiences via Facebook or Twitter.
Ability to leave comments and report errors or closed locations to keep the database accurate.
Organize locations by distance, alphabet, season, and state.
How much does it cost?
- Paid app purchase at $1.99
- Optional $0.99/year subscription for check-in tracking
The app uses a low-barrier entry price combined with a recurring micro-subscription to monetize power users who want to track their travel progress.
Who Built It?
Providing fans of culinary travel with high-accuracy, unofficial guides to locations featured on popular food television.
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What do users think recently?
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What is the competitive landscape for Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial?
Where is it available?
Localized markets (1)
How's The Food & Drink Market?
How does it evolve in the Food & Drink market?
Rank progression
29 active rankings tracked — 30-day window
The rivals identified
The outtake for Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial
Strengths to defend, gaps to attack
Core Strengths
- Unrivaled data depth (980+ locations) and high update frequency
- Strong community trust (4.6+ star rating)
- Unique integration of 456+ show-specific recipes
- Niche authority as the best-selling guide for this fandom
Critical Frictions
- Paid entry barrier ($1.99) may deter casual users
- Lack of official affiliation creates brand and legal risk
- Limited social media presence for organic growth
- iOS-only availability limits market reach
Growth Levers
- Gamification of check-ins (badges/digital passports)
- Expansion to Android platform
- Partnerships with local tourism boards for 'Food Trails'
- AI-driven route planning for multi-location trips
Market Threats
- Official Food Network apps improving their data depth
- Modern social tracking apps (e.g., Beli) offering visit tracking for free
- Reliance on the continued relevance of a single TV show brand
Key Takeaways
Diners & Drive-Ins Unofficial is an established food & drink app that is free with in-app purchases. With a 4.6/5 rating from 1.5K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.
Where Is It Heading?
Trend analysis
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