Trying American Foods I've Never Heard Of Before

[@jamiedabaker]

If you don’t have an air fryer in your new house yet, I think you should ! Its a life savor if you wanna keep stuff nice and crispy after it’s been delivered ! Soggy stuff sucks 😖

[@camvin575]

So you can get a delivery and still airfry it? If so where has this gadget been all my life? I would rather eat food cold then microwave it as its horrible and soggy in my opinion.

[@MarinaEariel]

@@camvin575 the air fryer is the best tool to give life back to fry food deliveries if they got cold or are leftovers from the day before. Just pre-heat it to the max it gives and then lower it when you put the food on

[@jamiedabaker]

@@camvin575 you can put any food in air fryers. You don’t need to make something from scratch to use it. It is just a portable/smaller convection oven. Soggy fries ? Put them in their to crisp them back !

[@lanedaw811]

@@MarinaEariel how many seconds or minutes to revive soggy fast food?

[@xxsydneypopytxx]

My brother got an air fryer as a gift from work it takes up a lot of room on the counter and I didn’t like the idea at first but here I am my whole family using it

[@Jay-zb1yl]

I love him, he’s so almost like innocent like a child trying something the first time. It’s such a positive and wonderful thing compared to other things on the internet. He’s always so positive and fun. I love his videos

[@silentmozart]

can we get a vlog update about your life so far in florida? how it’s been? have you met any friends? things like that

[@shivayaep]

I agree

[@samechick]

I think he says in here that he's in California now.

[@judyloveday9615]

OMG why California 😭

[@samechick]

@@judyloveday9615 Hopefully he got a short term rental.

[@DerekMckean]

@@judyloveday9615 I thought he was in Flordia. His cheesecake factory video was in Florida. But I was fooled. Fatburger.... no locations in Florida Yoshinoya....no locations in Florida Odd statement: hard to find a Yoshinoya. Conclusion: not in Los Angeles. Still could be: San Diego or Santa Barbara where you'd have to drive to L.A. 2nd Conclusion: northern California. It's hard to find a Yoshinoya in Northern California BUT unlikely since lots of famous KZbinrs go to Los Angeles County. Unlikely: he took a day trip, flew to Los Angeles and came back the next few days and is shooting at a friend's or family's home.

[@C.L.Hinton]

17:53 Rapha begins his journey to discovering that there is _always_ one fry in the bottom of a fast food bag here, regardless of your order. Welcome to America!

[@danielleking262]

LOL all fast-food eating Americans know this all too well 😂

[@JustNyomi]

It happens also in the netherlands lol or u get a curly one with your frenchies 🤣

[@Cestjanice]

@@JustNyomi Same in Germany👏🏽😂

[@Thisplaceisaprison3912]

@@JustNyomi best is when you find an onion ring in your fries

[@yiyangremus]

This is a universal thing lol.

[@Whoisaudreena]

For Wingstop you forgot the most important part ! They have the best ranch and next time tell them to double fry it ! That’s the best way

[@marissamontoya-alvarado879]

And a side of atomic sauce 😀

[@samandcolbyfanb340]

I want to go to the wingstop near me… only thing is it’s a 1-2 star rating but idrgaf lol

[@Tarantula_Fangs]

I personally think Jack In The Box has the absolute best ranch 😂🤤

[@jamiedabaker]

It’s so fun seeing you try different fast food places. I’m from a small town in NY so most stores are family owned restaurants. Maybe you should do a series where you try some family owned/ small businesses around you ! Find some hidden gems that could be your new favorite place! It also should be better quality food since it’s not fast food lol !

[@la_ra_97b16]

Yes! Hope he sees this

[@snacktivist]

I saw someone else suggest this on another video, so hopefully it comes up in the future

[@alishawilliams4194]

Anything fried gets soggier over time and especially if it's steaming in a sealed delivery box. To give a fair review on these you definitely have to allow for the delivery time and how it affects the quality or texture of the food. Most all of those foods you tried will be crispy if you eat them fresh at the restaurant. Also, even I had never heard of Blaze Pizza until you mentioned it and I was born here 58 years ago, lol. Welcome to America, Raphael!

[@SherriLyle80s]

Yep

[@tabbyzhauls]

I agree with you on everything ☺️

[@jdb101585]

Yeah. First thing we do is to open the box as soon as we get it to try to release the steam and attempt to retain some of the crispiness, lol.

[@mrscb5303]

Agree. Be more fun if he tried things fresh one at a time and just compiled it into one video.

[@cas4040]

All it takes is less than 5 minutes in any container to ruin fried food

[@danielleking262]

Hey Rapha, some advice when tasting a bunch of HOT foods at once.... Have them get delivered in increments so you can taste them when they're FRESH, esp. the pizza!! Fast food items have a very short shelf life, you can't let them sit for long after being delivered or it's NOT going to taste as good! Have only a few items get delivered at a time so you can try them, then have more come later so it's freshly delivered! And yes, when I mean fresh, just freshly made, obviously all of this stuff is junk food. 😆

Corndogs in America typically use cornbread batter as the coating which is usually sweet. Hence the "corn" part of the name. Corndogs in other countries tend not to use cornbread batter and opt for more savory versions.

[@danielleking262]

I chuckled how surprised he was that it was so sweet and said why is it like a donut or pancake..... hahahaha yep!

[@sitri4013]

Ohhhh I see I see hahahha I've never had a sweet corndog before, only savory ones so when he said its sweet I'm also confused 😂

@@sitri4013 Lol it's okay. I was confused about why it wouldn't be sweet until he said he's only had Korean ones 😂

[@jennysheaser]

That's interesting 🤔 I didn't know that they use other items to make corn dog bread in other countries

@@jennysheaser Hell, some there are no "dogs" and they're replaced with cheese or something else.

[@epatmig6097]

I love when he says "i got issues.... Period." I swear this man makes my day when i watch his videos and he generally is so funny❤

[@DerekMckean]

El Pollo Loco (L-poy-yo lo-co) uses real flame grilled chicken. They cook it on a real grill not a typical fast food stove. Everything is grilled when you order it, kind of like a Mexican American food truck. But El Pollo Loco is a fast food restaurant with full dining room. Lots of chicken fast places are just warmed in an oven, or even comes from a commissary pre-cooked. El Pollo Loco puts fresh chicken on the grill and you can actually see the grill in the back usually.

[@ganjabongmaster4204]

el pollo loco hands down has the best fast food chicken around!

[@BeckyA59]

So good!

[@danielleking262]

I grew up in Los Angeles and I miss El Pollo Loco so much!!!!!

[@aznmochibunny]

Fun fact: even though El Pollo Loco is now moreso considered Mexican American fast food, it was actually invented by a Mexican man, *in* Mexico, so it technically used to be authentic. But eventually, he sold it off to an American company, making it what it is today.

[@carasomebody6477]

Mm miss pollo loco

[@TruthTroubadour-xi9cc]

A few tips on Wing Stop: I hate soggy/flabby chicken skin, and they have an "extra done" box you can check, and I always check that box! My fav flavors are lemon pepper and that Louisiana rub. I always pick the chicken off of the bone, instead of just biting into it. That way, I can see what I'm putting in my mouth! As for the cost, avoid having it delivered, unless they are having a special for free delivery. I always order celery with their amazing blue cheese dressing.

[@mamabearangelo4038]

I love how easily impressed he is about everything and yeah his facial expressions are really cute he's so adorable I just want to teach him everything about American food I love you RAF and good luck on living here

[@Oh_thatSound]

As a BR employee, I’m glad you like the polar pizzas cuz they’re such a pain to build and decorate 😭

[@danielleking262]

But they look cool !

[@juggalette702]

No they aren't lol

[@DuoVersal]

@@juggalette702 just asking, what do you mean by that?

[@cragetty-ragetty5673]

Would love to try one day!

[@Funkopopqueen-d6x]

Never tried them

[@robylove9190]

I wanted to let you know that, when you said chia pudding was your favorite breakfast, I decided to try it. I am hooked! It's really easy to make and delicious to eat. Thanks!

[@TinaKim96]

"I have issues.. period." made me laugh like nothing ever did. 🤣

[@TinaKim96]

@Srushti Oza Sorry I don't remember. :/

[@mercedesdume3812]

If you leave certain hot foods in the bag sealed for awhile it’s going to get soft or soggy, like any type of fries, chicken nuggets etc Love your videos keep them coming

[@kingsruby1]

I have lived in the US my whole life and have never tried any of these particular foods from these sources. Glad you tried them for us.

[@vivianabanuelos3803]

If you try any of them, let it be el pollo loco. The chicken is grilled fresh in front of you. It originated in Mexico so it’s the most authentic version of Mexican fast food here in the us (if we’re talking about national fast food chains). The taco bowl salad he tried is good. Their grilled chicken salads with cilantro dressing are great too! It truly is fresh food :)

[@crystaltalksaboutthetruth3993]

If u get a chance go to the blaze pizza store. They have over 50 toppings and ones u would not think a fast food pizza chain would have. Plus they have 4 different types of crust and different sauces and the drinks omg the drinks they are amazing. I love the blood orange drink. Also wing stop u have to always go boneless and u got to get the fries and the ranch their ranch is amazing.

[@TravlinThomas]

I was going to suggest this too! When you order everything thru an app, you don't know what the actual restaurant experience is, or how the place looks!

[@shdw_blade4100]

Bone in is better boneless is just overpriced nuggets

[@johnnytieszen]

@@shdw_blade4100 your wrong boneless all the way

[@johnnytieszen]

I get all the meat cheese and veggies on a highrise lol

[@ckatie0709]

So glad that you decided to make this video. The mango a go go is good when it's fresh, but nasty when once it's separated. The peach pleasure is really good.

[@lilpixieDonna]

I know I was like noooo when I saw it that way.... I'm all about the pomegranate paradise 🙂

[@ginagiorgianni3817]

You are hysterical! I love your commentary and innocence on American food. The corn dog cracked me up!!! Keep these kind of videos coming!

[@jesswiii]

Corndogs are sweet because the hotdog is dipped in a cornbread batter (which is slightly sweet), hence the name.

[@lisamcloud6103]

Actually korean corn dogs can be sweet. I Lived in Korea for 1 year, and you can have the corndog rolled in sugar. Which is normally how they eat their corndogs.

[@Greece17]

LOL!! his facial expression on 30:21 I died laughing!!💀😂!! Thanks for giving us an update about your life and sharing these food reviews, we appreciate them 😁

[@juliecomer9468]

Loved your reaction to the burger! I couldn't help but laugh at your reaction! That tostado bowl looked really good!

[@briethompson439]

Love the return to your natural hair color Raphael - looks good! Thanks for the video - the cookie cake looked delicious 😋

[@missalg0]

Thank you for sharing these experiences with us. It's such a nice quiet joy and I love to hear your descriptions.

[@susana4350]

Can't wait until you try more new stuff and I really want to see when you try real authentic Mexican food

[@arianalangaricasanchez7338]

I was gunna say the same

[@janne5058]

I want to try the ice cream pizza now! Hope you're enjoying life in the US so far 🤗

[@michellekimbrough5816]

So fun to watch you try things! Baskin Robbins is amazing ice cream and a corn dog must have mustard. Good choices! Hope you are settling in well.

[@sarahsmiles7016]

I don’t eat mustard on my corndog so it depends on the person

[@msbscreations4645]

I love watching you experience American food! And watching you discover things here in the US!

[@WhatsForTea]

Love these videos...side note, you're looking amazing! 👌

[@JaredLeesMom]

Your reaction to the Baskin Robbins ice cream cookie pizza was everything! You are amazing. Love to you and Salem. Can't wait for part 2. Lmao over the plunger.

[@IBracheldempsey]

The way I describe blaze pizza is like taking the concept on subway and apply it to pizza. Pick and choose your toppings and they may it in a pizza oven in front of you. In Orlando we have a similar set up but take that concept and apply it to Sushi. Also a favorite

[@danielleking262]

😆👍

[@natsfan100]

Blaze is a fast casual type of food. They have the dough prepped and then you choose the toppings. They throw it in a super hot oven and it cooks really quickly.

[@Agriking]

I always want a part 2.

[@sarahsophia9625]

Can we pleeeease get a video of you speaking in Portuguese?? I’ve been waiting for it for YEARS. But great content as usual, love you Rapha ❤️

[@AmyB369]

I would love that and he can talk about Portuguese food

[@shannonpalmer9699]

Literally made me crazy...when they ask me why, I will tell them you dipped the chicken in the avocado sauce and the tacos in the ranch , they will understand!!!

[@Cubby113able]

IKR? He tried the dips with the wrong foods. 😆😆

[@vivakatrob13]

@@Cubby113ableBut he still gave the food a 10, so maybe that’s his taste preference lol

[@shannonmejia3626]

We usually get ice cream cakes for my kids' birthdays but one time for one of their birthdays I saw the cookie pizza and got that! It was delicious! 😋

[@starzza9426]

You need to get an air fryer it is great for heating left overs and pizza. It gets food crispy and warms food faster than regular ovens. French fries are the best even left over fast food tastes great.

[@random_hime]

with bone in wings it usually depends on the rub but yes the skin is usually a little bit soggy with any of the wet rubs. i also prefer boneless wings but will eat either. but yes boneless wings are essentially just chicken nuggets with sauce of them.

[@aditinandi3989]

I love your videos! I have them downloaded, I keep re-watching them all the time.🐙

[@terraaustralia]

I want to eat the Baskin Robbins ice cream pizza!

[@annisaoliviasavitri3541]

Hey Rapha! Just to let you know I'm using this video a little as my reference in introducing America's most popular dishes. I will mention you when it's done on instagram. Thank you so much for the time stop, it really helps me to pick the most highlighted videos so more of my insta friends (and also my lecturer meheheh) can know how great of a food vlogger and reviewer you are 💖

[@tatacousin]

I've been anxiously waiting for this video since July 4th! Omg, I love to see you go to New Orleans if your budget permits it! Great cuisine & landmarks. Please get a P.O. Box, we can send you some regional goodies to try!

[@judyloveday9615]

I hope his budget permits,he paid $50,000 bucks to charter a private plane so he could move his dog to the United States with him

[@juliemoeller5421]

I really love watching your videos, especially when you are trying new dishes. When you can, get a Chicago Deep Dish Pizza - You can get them frozen shipped, and bake in your oven. You will LOVE them.

[@Wund3rstruck]

The corn dog is sweet because cornbread is pretty sweet and that’s the outside of it, hence corn dog. I always eat mine with mustard haha

[@angeld1191]

I've been waiting for a new video from you Rapha! Missing you! Always love your videos. Keep up the great work!!!

[@Jessmtr]

Im from the U.S, and even I haven’t tried some of these foods before 😂 I don’t think there is a Jack in the box in my state lol

[@kaydiglawson7767]

What state are you in

[@pjohnson6644]

Same in my state

[@erickoehler4798]

We used to have them in IL, but they left 20 years ago or more.

[@lavenderoh]

Same here!

[@markb.9910]

@@kaydiglawson7767 probably Utah

[@nightfall8705]

We have breakfast corn dogs here too. It has a link of breakfast sausage and the batter is pancake. They are delicious.

[@RoseOfHeartz]

The taco shell chicken salad looked amazing!💕

[@jessicaperry7277]

Wingstop fries are the best and i love their garlic parmesan flavor. And you take the birds wing and split it into 2 parts…the drummy and the flat. And most of the items were soft/wet due to condensation built up while waiting to be delivered/eaten.

[@kirstenjackson1265]

Wing Stop fries are hands down the greatest fries. Delicious ranch too!

[@TammyHunt]

Raphael your reactions are simply precious hahaha, much better than anything you're reviewing. Love love love!!

[@Gourmet_stargazer]

If my future husband doesn't look at me the way rapha looks at that polar pizza I'll stay single

[@Солнечныйсвет-ш2у]

My bf looked at me the way Ralph did to that pizza and it caught me sooo off guard that I glared back at him🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️😂

[@Gourmet_stargazer]

@@Солнечныйсвет-ш2у Oh Hope you apologized😅 He sounds like a keeper🤗

[@rwepie4041]

Nuggets in avocado and tacos in ranch 😂😂😂😂 ur twisted and i love it

[@Valg5]

I just recently tried Wingstop. I fell in love with their garlic parmesan.

[@PerritoVA]

Bro the garlic parmesan nis the best being flavor in any place in America I swear it

[@ZootedZebruh]

The garlic parm goes extremely well with their ranch!

[@PerritoVA]

@@ZootedZebruh absolutely

[@janelle4835]

I agree. Their ranch makes the garlic Parmesan the best!

[@cassieob9760]

Hi Raphael, We don't have Jack in the Box here in Kentucky but we do have Blaze. The best thing about Blaze is that they have a make your own pizza and you can get anything, from their lists, on your pizza and it doesn't change the price. You can get 1 or 12 items and you still pay the same amount. If you haven't yet you need to try White Castle or Whataburger.

[@sakurahx3]

Do you think about to try customized cake orders again, as you are now in the US? Kinda miss these videos 😅

[@user-go1px9kt1v]

28:45 that’s why you first shake it before opening it, or stirr at least

[@JL-zj9wj]

Good to see you again. Fun video. Would love to see your sweet pup again too. "Me packing my lunch box for my kids in the future" Love your off the cuff comments.🌮🌯😂

[@snacktivist]

Baskin & Robbins was a popular chain in Canada when I was a kid (80s, 90s) ... I never had the dessert pizza but I do remember it. I had the DQ Treatzza Pizza at a couple of birthday parties and it was definitely memorable: it has more of a crumbled cookie crust (not like cookie dough) and ice cream and candy on top. It was a big deal to stop at Baskin & Robbins for a (sugar) cone when we were at the mall in my small town. They have the best peanut butter chocolate ice cream with big chunks of peanut butter! That Jack in the Box ...box ... is a thing all over the fast food world in Scotland. Love you xo

[@trogdortheburninator3621]

The thing I miss the most from moving from the west coast to the Gulf of Mexico is no El Pollo Loco. I freaking love their chicken and I'd have to drive 325 miles to get, such a shame it isn't here.

[@Astro-3500]

no one me watching this dude eat for 30 mins in my bed at 3 am i actully love youre vids they re so entertaining to watch

[@rinnie.nicole]

I love watching you try stuff, it's the closest I'll get to being a parent and watching my kids try new foods. LOLOL

[@danielleking262]

omg I never thought about that, but same !!!

[@harmonydesroches]

I appreciate it. It's fun watching your reactions.

[@kaylamatkins7241]

You need to get the s’mores from blaze pizza! Warm it up in the microwave for 10 seconds and it’s amazing. Also qdoba and jaggers if you have it there!

[@beeiscute]

I smiled the whole time. You are so joyous and I love that. Thanks, Raph. Love ya 💗

[@MikeyV36]

Get the Orange Chicken from Trader Joes you have to cook it but it’s Amazing 🤩

[@SabiChan8]

Lemon Pepper and Louisiana Rub are the 2 best dry rubs at Wing Stop! You can also ask for it to be cooked longer to be crispier. Oh! And their Ranch and Blue Cheese are the BEST!

[@tinabutterandjelly5]

You definitely have to find a fair/carnival and get a corn dog there! They're so much better 😂

[@lifeascassandra5758]

No ma’am you are asking to get sick

[@tamarapalmer929]

I have never laughed more than at your reactions to things. Ty so much. Keep up the videos!

[@silentmozart]

finally you’re back! the way i thought you got caught in them florida waters 😭

[@steely666]

Alligator 🐊

[@lilmissmuffitniki6130]

get lemon pepper boneless wings from wingstop. a favorite from so many! it's a dry rub so it's crunchy!

[@waynesmith3908]

How is it possible that Raphael is even more adorable than he was ?

[@MimiNatt89]

So glad u're so happy Rapha♥️I love seeing your dark hair back😉God Bless you baby I'm praying for you son 🙏🏻

[@angieburger7928]

You should watch “Timmy’s takeout”… he does all things American fast food and restaurants….

[@starriderkittykat9064]

I enjoyed this very much and would love a part two!😻💖💖

[@schmitzkatze4477]

It´s not offensive to me here in Germany, I love all of your videos, no matter what ♥ I just thought of you yesterday and was wondering why there hasn´t been a new video for "so long". Hope you already found a new home to life in and hope Salem is alright as well ♥

[@eileenthomas6342]

You are amazing, I love how real you are! I look forward to all your videos you are a special person .

[@Irishbuttons86]

I just love your excitement over my everyday normalcy. I hope the US isn't too rough on you and you maintain that amazing energy and your originality. You're one of a kind and it's awesome!!! Love the videos! 💜 Recommendation, try five guys Cajun fries and burger next, I love the fries!

[@mwil1323]

I am cracking up! Especially when you show us a closer angle of the food when we’ve all seen it before. Lol ha ha ha ha you are a hoot!

[@Lady_of_Hell]

FINALLY SOMEONE ELSE WHO IS WEIRD ABOUT BONES IN MEAT LOL. I’m not the only one!!! 😂

[@TheBlackbird95]

Corndog batter is naturally sweet. As you said, it is pretty much like a pancake batter. So good

[@AS-ok2ni]

It so much fun to just see your honest reaction to things. Get used to the sugar high!

[@SuperNinjaAlchemist]

At 8:20 that IS part of the chicken wing. The chicken wings are separated into 3 parts. The drumette is just the base of the wing and the flat part is the middle. The tips of the wings arent served cuz they dont really have meat

[@mariamarin6211]

Ive lived here for years & still haven’t even tried it all but 🤤

[@angelahenson9323]

Jack inthe Box each is everything 😍

[@MsSmiley420]

I'm a total foodie who lives in California. I would love to recommend some places you should try and or cook some authentic Mexican as well as Filipino food for you. Love your videos btw! Long time subscriber!

[@jameswalker4397]

How was your hurricane experience? One thing: use a fork or spoon on stuff in a taco bowl. You don't hold it in your hands. Eat the crunchy part by tearing it of by hand. Curly fries are almost never that good. The Jack-in-the-box pack is a sampler made for parties. The big, think potatoes are steak fries or pan fries or wedges. Without any sauce, they are bland. I like bean burritos with cheese, but they are not that good at Del Taco. A beef, bean, and cheese or a deluxe would be better.

[@DarshitPatel-c4z]

Ok so all the items u thought we’re soggy we’re suppose to be crispy but cuz is the delivery they all became soggy

[@jessesprecher3257]

Please do a part two!!!! I love these types of tying American food videos

[@hanasarajlic5339]

I love how you tried not to offend Germans, but you ended up offending Austrians by saying Wienerschnitzel is German. Wien is the Austrian name for Vienna, their capital.

[@caylaosborne]

we also have it in germany probably from roots of Austria but schnitzel is the bestttttt !!!

[@caylaosborne]

ours is more served with mashed potatoes and warmed sauerkraut

[@jameswalker4397]

Corndogs are best with mustard. It's also better if you can get savory or southern style cornbread on it. Though I like pancake style myself as an alternative.

[@marytichelaar7225]

You should try a steak and shake, they're Cherry Cokes are amazing.

[@LifeWithMrsB]

I love that place!

[@melanopygus]

they are cherry cokes are amazing

[@joanagomez-moreno5961]

It was about time you posted I’ve been waiting 3 weeks for another video 😫literally Rewatching all the other videos

[@cs8782]

As an American, pleased don’t eat American food, your health is too precious

[@atriix]

I looooove Blaze Pizza. I choose so many toppings, and the blood orange lemonade is to die for 😩 And if you have an air fryer, it reheats up super well in it!

[@panini5657]

i lived in japan for almost 5 years and didnt ever notice orange chicken there, its more of a western dish. Whats mostly popular there is the beef bowl sets, usually Rice, the thinly sliced beef cooked with onions and i usually got an egg and miso soup. Absolutely delicious and only costs like 7-9$ for every set meal there

[@juliabarone8852]

Orange chicken is Chinese

[@charityhoward2938]

I love your expressions. You are so real. Thanks so much. Love the videos keep them coming