Guthrie Center, Guthrie County | Map It

Located directly on the Western Skies Scenic Byway in downtown Guthrie Center, the Prime Time Bar & Grille is a local favorite and the perfect stop for lunch or dinner during a tour along the byway. Try the steak sandwich for lunch and the steak linguini for dinner.

Hamlin, Audubon County | Map It

The winner of the very first "Iowa’s Best Breaded Tenderloin" contest almost 15 years ago, Darrell’s Place in Hamlin is still serving up around 220 pounds of fried pork each week.

Manning, Carroll County | Map It

After strolling Manning’s historic Main Street, grab a bite to eat at Cliff’s Place. Open daily, the family-owned restaurant features broasted chicken, a full salad bar and flame-broiled burgers and steaks.

Atlantic, Cass County | Map It

Craving comfort food? Come to the Sweet Joy Shoppe for daily lunch and dinner specials like beef stroganoff or chicken and noodles. The shop also offers a variety of pastries, lattes and smoothies.

Denison, Crawford County | Map It

This hometown diner located on the Historic Lincoln Highway in western Iowa serves classic diner fare and is open seven days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Beebeetown, Harrison County | Map It

The steakhouse and saloon near the Loess Hills in Beebeetown serves its popular ribs only on Friday nights. Fans also rave about their sweet potato fries sprinkled with powdered sugar and served with marshmallow dipping sauce.

Onawa, Monona County | Map It

This charming café serves up traditional comfort food from its location on Iowa’s widest main street. Photos on the walls feature historical images from Onawa.

Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County | Map It

The pizza might be king at this Council Bluffs classic, but the menu also includes steak, seafood and pasta.

Harlan, Shelby County | Map It

This community-minded restaurant serves high quality, locally sourced foods, including many organic and vegetarian options.