An all-beef dog wrapped in a steamed poppyseed bun topped with mustard, relish, tomato, onions, sport peppers, and a large dill pickle spear. The most basic (& delicious) Chicago dog. (Most likely because it was an immigration hotspot in the 1920s) Chicago Dogs at Portillos. Chicago is one of the best foodie cities in the entire US. I say Illinois, but this is really just a list of places to eat in Chicago. German and Czech influences, as well as the practice of avoiding meat on Fridays during Lent, made it widely popular. You can even kayak straight up to this brewery and eat along the water.įriday night Fish Frys are a tradition in Wisconsin. Fish Fry with Potato Pancake at Lakefront Brewery (Milwaukee)īeer-battered cod (or walleye/perch), that’s both light and satisfying paired with a pineapple juice coleslaw, & traditional potato pancake.

These are regularly voted the very best in Wisconsin. Cheese Curds at The Old Fashioned (Madison)Ī post shared by The Old Fashioned a pound of piping hot, gooey, perfectly crispy fried cheese curds. (Sorry In & Out fans) They specialize in frozen custard, tasty fresh burgers, and cheese curds. The best fast food joint in the entire United States. I know I said to forgo the fast food BUT Wisconsin is home to Culvers. We didn’t get to delve into the Mid-West much on this trip but Wisconsin provided the perfect taste. I’m not a big soda person but there’s just something about fresh-tapped root beer from a malt shop that really satisfies.

Served with any ice cream your heart desires. Root Beer Float at Schooney Malt Shop (Taylor Falls)Ī good old fashioned root beer float. This is technically an iconic drink stop. Think taco salad sitting atop a savory doughnut. Imagine the lightest fluffiest fry bread topped with ground buffalo, lettuce, tomato, cheese & hot sauce. Indian Taco at Cedar Pass Lodge (Badlands National Park) Tender grilled chunks of buffalo served with house-made steak sauce. You’ll find a lot of buffalo meat and traditional fry bread at local restaurants all over the state.īe sure to thoroughly explore South Dakota during your trans-American road trip. The Dakota’s food scene owes thanks to its original inhabitants. A locally sourced buffalo patty topped with house-made sweet and spicy habanero huckleberry sauce (you’ll want extra to dip your fries in) & white cheddar cheese curds. Buffalo Burger with Habenero Huckleberry Jam at Cowboys Bar & Grill (Gardiner) Paired with PBR battered fries it’s truly an American staple on a foodie road trip. I can still taste the perfectly cooked juicy patty. Cowboy Burger at Mint Bar & Grill (Livingston) I’ll save you some time right now, if you’re looking for a vegan foodie road trip….this isn’t gonna be the map for you. Here is a breakdown of all the iconic American eats we stumbled upon on our trip across America and a map to guide you on your foodie quest. If you’re up for an “American” foodie road trip expect it to be a very diverse, unhealthy, & delicious adventure. Think Deep Dish Pizza (Italian) or a Traditional Fish Fry (Russian). Many of the iconic dishes created here were developed by Italian, Jewish, or Russian immigrants and paid homage to their ‘home’ countries. From the climate to the foods they lay claim to…they might as well be completely different countries.Īmerican food is also heavily influenced by immigrants.

The Deep South and New England regions couldn’t be more different. What else is America famous for? Turns out a lot more than I originally thought.Īmerican food is regional. Save This Post for Later! What Exactly is American Food?īurgers & fries. Let’s ditch the fast food on your road trip and travel better this year. It turns out the iconic American dishes don’t break the bank. Just set your GPS to avoid highways & hit the road.ĭon’t have a lot of cash to spare? Don’t fret. I just finished eating & hiking through an epic 3-month long American road trip in my converted camper van.Īnd although vanlife is definitely not as glamorous as it’s made out to be, it’s undoubtedly the best way to see America ( & there are loads of other benefits of vanlife). If you’re itching for a great American foodie road trip, you’ve come to the right place. & every region of the world has its own unique delicacies & flavor combinations. I don’t endorse any services I don’t personally use or recommend.ĭelicious food is one of the main reasons we all travel. This just means I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you for helping them promote their product or service. Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Share on Pinterest

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