Iowa's Best Burger Contest
This annual contest showcases Iowa’s top restaurants serving high-quality, flavorful beef, as voted on by thousands of burger fans across the state. Each year, nominations and public voting help identify the ultimate burger experience in Iowa. The contest highlights great local dining while celebrating the people and beef behind every bite.
Dixie's Biergarten Named The 2026 Iowa's Best Burger
Just like a lock and key, craft beer and delicious beef make the perfect pair—and that’s exactly what you’ll find in Decorah, Iowa, at this year’s 2026 Iowa’s Best Burger winner, Dixie’s Biergarten. Tucked into the bluffs of this outdoor adventure community, owners Nick and Jordyn Harless serve up a beefy smash burger packed with juicy flavor in a laid-back taproom setting, where Iowa craft beer and a standout burger experience come together seamlessly.
B52 Bar & Grill
116 Main St.
Bennett, IA 52721
Kitchen Hours
Mon, Thurs - Sat: 11AM - 9:30PM
Tuesday: 4PM - 9:30PM
Wednesday: Closed
Sunday: 8AM - 9:30PM
Prairie Canary
924 Main St.
Grinnell, IA 50112
Kitchen Hours
Lunch
Tues - Sat: 11AM - 2PM
Dinner
Tues - Sat: 5PM - 9PM
TCI Bar & Grill
1000 Tradition Dr.
Polk City, IA 50226
Kitchen Hours
Lunch
Tues - Sat: 11AM - 4PM
Dinner
Tues - Sat: 4PM - 9PM
Sunday Brunch
9AM - 2PM
Salsa Guy Cafe
3925 Blairsferry Rd. NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Kitchen Hours
Mon - Sat: 7:30AM - 8PM
The Landmark Bistro
725 G Ave.
Grundy Center, IA 50638
Kitchen Hours
Mon - Sat: 11AM - 3PM & 5PM - 8PM
Open Until 9PM on Friday
Closed Sunday
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