When you think of dive bars, cheap drinks and neon signs probably come to mind, but these spots are breaking the mold with food that could give high-end restaurants a run for their money.

Thousands of bar-goers were surveyed to find the nation’s top dive bars dishing out surprisingly delicious food!

Not only did two Minnesota dive bars snag spots on the list of America’s best for food, but a few other gems in neighboring Wisconsin and Iowa also made the cut. These "worth the drive" destinations prove you don’t need fancy decor to serve unforgettable meals.

Coming in at #22 is The Tipsy Cow in Madison, Wisconsin:

According to their website, The Tipsy Cow is the downtown destination for great corner tavern food. They opened in 2011 with a commitment to high quality ingredients adding simple touches for a tasty, fresh product.


#27 The Old Fashioned in Madison, Wisconsin

All the pictures on their Instagram had my mouth watering, but according to their website, the cheese curds are where it's at! They were featured on the Food Network and Voted #1 Curds in Wisconsin!

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#59 The Station On Ingersoll in Des Moines, Iowa

At The Station on Ingersoll, their goal is to not only provide the community with a true sports bar, high-quality pub fare, and an array of drinks but also to be a go-to spot for anyone and everyone looking to have a good time, according to their website.


#65 Spring Street Tavern in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Their website says, they are a friendly neighborhood tavern located in beautiful Northeast Minneapolis. Voted City Pages BEST Neighborhood Bar and BEST Wings!

Related: Experts Say This is The Best Restaurant in All of Minnesota


#87 Skinners Pub & Eatery in Saint Paul, Minnesota

At Skinners, they say you'll never leave hungry! Enjoy home cooked, made from scratch food for a great value!


#110 Water's Edge Bar and Grill in Polk City, Iowa

Water's Edge is known for being a cozy bar and grill offering quick bites, including burgers, plus late-night food, and sports on TV.

Click here to see the entire list of the best dive bars with food according to Geek.Nexus.

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