There’s a whole year ahead of us, and that means plenty of time to explore new culinary adventures. There are plenty of restaurants in North Dakota you might have never heard of or considered trying, but we’ve put together a list of must-try eateries in the state that you’ll want to have on your list for 2020. Check out these 10 awesome, unique, and stand-out restaurants that you’ll want to check out:
- The Cottage Cafe - Rugby
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Ben Shea/Google The Coffee Cottage cafe is easy to miss - you might just think it’s a cute little home, not a restaurant, but inside its picturesque exterior is lots of deliciousness. Known for their soup and sandwiches as well as fresh-baked, homemade pies, this little cafe is a North Dakota gem. Learn more about it here!
- Boots Bar & Grill - Medora
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vicariouslythrulisa/Tripadvisor Eat a meal in the heart of the badlands, surrounded by beautiful buttes and the charming western town of Medora, at the Boots Bar & Grill. This place fits the western theme of the town perfectly and serves up hearty steaks, burgers, BBQ ribs, and more. Give it a try and find out more information here.
- Noodlezip - Bismarck
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Noodlezip/Facebook Love Asian food? Then this trendy restaurant is for you. They have all kinds of authentic Asian dishes ranging from sushi to spring rolls and a bit of everything in between. All of their food is crafted with care using only the freshest ingredients, most of which are locally sourced. Try it out and find out more about it by clicking here.
- Sabir Buffalo Grill - Jamestown
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Sabir’s Buffalo Grill/Facebook This restaurant in Jamestown offers a fine dining atmosphere and some of the very best surf and turf in the state. You can find everything from bison to lobster on the menu, along with lots of wine options to pair them with. Interested in learning more? Click here!
- Bismarck Ale Works - Bismarck
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Ale Works/Facebook Enjoy the taste of authentic German food along with delicious brews at this restaurant in ND’s capital city. From their handcrafted ale to plenty of German favorites like bratwurst, sauerkraut, schnitzel, and more, you’ll practically be transported to Germany itself just by eating here. Find more information about it here.
- La Cantina - Mayville
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Isern1952/Tripadvisor You may not expect to find truly authentic and delicious Mexican and Tex-Mex food in a small North Dakota town, but La Cantina will prove such a place does exist. This spot has some of the tastiest tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and much more north of the border. This hidden gem is worth visiting, and you can find out how here.
- Spicy Pie - Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot
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Spicy Pie Pizza/Tripadvisor This North Dakota-grown chain has multiple locations in the state, the original being in Fargo. Now having two Fargo locations, a West Fargo location, and spots in both Grand Forks and Minot, many North Dakotans can go enjoy this spot. They are known for their stellar pizza, grinders, and beer, and they certainly won’t disappoint. Find out more here.
- The Hub Pub - Grand Forks
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The Hub Pub/Facebook This is one of the oldest restaurants in North Dakota, having been established in 1940. You’ll find bits of its past all over inside along with drool-worthy food. From American classics like burgers to flatbreads and plenty in between, this historic restaurant is definitely a must-try in 2020 if you haven’t visited it before. Find out more here.
- FARMtastic Heritage Foods Hub - Anamoose
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FARMtastic Heritage Food Hub/Facebook You won’t find a better farm-to-table restaurant anywhere else than the small town of Anamoose, North Dakota. The FARMtastic Heritage Foods Hub has locally-sourced, delicious food, and plenty of food that’ll remind you of grandma’s recipes from the old country. The organic ingredients they use go into meals inspired by dishes originating all over the world, from Germany to Spain, and they have fantastic pastries, too. Learn more about it here.
- The Little Cottage Cafe - Bismarck
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Wanda Serr/Google This timeless cafe has been serving incredible breakfasts and much more since 1965. Though it seems tiny both outside and in, it gets absolutely packed with people who are there for the amazing homestyle cooking. Don’t forget to try their pies and fresh caramel rolls - a North Dakota favorite! Learn more here.
Which ones are on your radar to try for 2020? Have you tried any of them before or have others to recommend that we missed? Let us know!
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Ben Shea/Google
The Coffee Cottage cafe is easy to miss - you might just think it’s a cute little home, not a restaurant, but inside its picturesque exterior is lots of deliciousness. Known for their soup and sandwiches as well as fresh-baked, homemade pies, this little cafe is a North Dakota gem. Learn more about it here!
Boots Bar and Grill/Facebook
vicariouslythrulisa/Tripadvisor
Eat a meal in the heart of the badlands, surrounded by beautiful buttes and the charming western town of Medora, at the Boots Bar & Grill. This place fits the western theme of the town perfectly and serves up hearty steaks, burgers, BBQ ribs, and more. Give it a try and find out more information here.
Noodlezip/Facebook
Love Asian food? Then this trendy restaurant is for you. They have all kinds of authentic Asian dishes ranging from sushi to spring rolls and a bit of everything in between. All of their food is crafted with care using only the freshest ingredients, most of which are locally sourced. Try it out and find out more about it by clicking here.
Sabir’s Buffalo Grill/Tripadvisor
Sabir’s Buffalo Grill/Facebook
This restaurant in Jamestown offers a fine dining atmosphere and some of the very best surf and turf in the state. You can find everything from bison to lobster on the menu, along with lots of wine options to pair them with. Interested in learning more? Click here!
Ale Works/Facebook
Enjoy the taste of authentic German food along with delicious brews at this restaurant in ND’s capital city. From their handcrafted ale to plenty of German favorites like bratwurst, sauerkraut, schnitzel, and more, you’ll practically be transported to Germany itself just by eating here. Find more information about it here.
Isern1952/Tripadvisor
You may not expect to find truly authentic and delicious Mexican and Tex-Mex food in a small North Dakota town, but La Cantina will prove such a place does exist. This spot has some of the tastiest tacos, burritos, enchiladas, and much more north of the border. This hidden gem is worth visiting, and you can find out how here.
Spicy Pie Pizza ND/Facebook
Spicy Pie Pizza/Tripadvisor
This North Dakota-grown chain has multiple locations in the state, the original being in Fargo. Now having two Fargo locations, a West Fargo location, and spots in both Grand Forks and Minot, many North Dakotans can go enjoy this spot. They are known for their stellar pizza, grinders, and beer, and they certainly won’t disappoint. Find out more here.
Sarah Hazle/Google
The Hub Pub/Facebook
This is one of the oldest restaurants in North Dakota, having been established in 1940. You’ll find bits of its past all over inside along with drool-worthy food. From American classics like burgers to flatbreads and plenty in between, this historic restaurant is definitely a must-try in 2020 if you haven’t visited it before. Find out more here.
FARMtastic Heritage Food Hub/Facebook
You won’t find a better farm-to-table restaurant anywhere else than the small town of Anamoose, North Dakota. The FARMtastic Heritage Foods Hub has locally-sourced, delicious food, and plenty of food that’ll remind you of grandma’s recipes from the old country. The organic ingredients they use go into meals inspired by dishes originating all over the world, from Germany to Spain, and they have fantastic pastries, too. Learn more about it here.
Etolie_of_NE_Ohio/Tripadvisor
Wanda Serr/Google
This timeless cafe has been serving incredible breakfasts and much more since 1965. Though it seems tiny both outside and in, it gets absolutely packed with people who are there for the amazing homestyle cooking. Don’t forget to try their pies and fresh caramel rolls - a North Dakota favorite! Learn more here.
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