Iowa
A local legend, Shorts serves up all manner of gourmet burgers, including a fine selection of veggie burgers. Great regional beer list.
Must-see restaurants in The Great Plains
Black Hills
Dine amid frontier charm in the oldest commercial building in South Dakota made of hand-hewn logs. The huge burgers are a handful.
St Louis
Fresh, upscale Mexican fare in a post-industrial setting. There's a full bar with cool cocktails and a long list of microbrews.
North Dakota
This locals' hangout does good coffee, as well as soups, sandwiches, a salad bar and pies.
