One of the first things travelers notice when they’re driving through the Midwest is the prevalence of Casey’s General Store. This gas station and convenience store seems to be on every corner, and you’ll find all sorts of opinions about the Iowa-based business if you ask around. Casey’s has pioneered the Hawkeye State’s famous gas station pizza, and Iowans sure love to talk about this unique culinary sensation.

The very first version of Casey’s General Store opened in Boone, Iowa in 1959. The service station and convenience store was popular, and soon grew to include several more locations.

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Today, you can find more than 2,000 Casey’s General Stores throughout the Midwest, and this Iowa sensation shows no sign of slowing down its takeover of the American Heartland.

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Most people think of coffee, donuts, and snacks as gas station food - and Casey’s coffee certainly does have a cult following. However, the real reason Iowans love Casey’s so much? Their pizza.

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Yup, that’s right - gas station pizza is one of Iowa’s most beloved foods! It’s also among its most divisive. It seems like you either love Casey’s pizza, or you’d much rather pass. Where do you stand?

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Before you make your final judgement on Iowa’s famous gas station pizza, be sure to try their taco pie. It’s one of the most popular items on an expansive menu that features several specialty creations.

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Of course, you can always stick with a classic, like pepperoni meat lovers, or a pie with extra cheese.

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Whether you’re looking for a last-minute pizza night treat or you’ve been craving Casey’s pie all week long, you can’t go wrong indulging in one of Iowa’s most unique culinary sensations.

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Where do you stand on gas station pizza from Casey’s General Store? If you love it, hate it, or appreciate it for what it is, tell us in the comments below!

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For more Iowa’s signature dishes, read These 9 Foods Are So Iowan That You Can’t Imagine Life Without Them.

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Address: Casey’s, 1303 SE Marshall St, Boone, IA 50036, USA