Explore North Dakota’s Unique Culinary Scene
15.04.2024 - 07:01
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Amidst the vast plains and rugged landscapes, North Dakota’s culinary scene is steadily making waves with the recent recognition of three James Beard Award nominees in 2024. These nominations underscore the state’s growing influence on the national food scene and showcase the rich tapestry of flavors and culinary talent present in the region.
North Dakota Tourism invites visitors to experience the innovative dishes that celebrate local ingredients and traditions. From traditional Midwestern favorites to creative fusion cuisine, a trip to North Dakota isn’t complete without a stop - or a few! - at these must-try spots. Each with its own history, story, and motivation, no matter the mood you may be in, there is a restaurant that will suit all palates.
Bismarck
Anima Cucina
A bustling café by day transforming into an Italian inspired pasta & wine bar at night, Anima Cucina is inspired by the soul of “la bella vita,” the good life that connects us all. Enjoy a cup of coffee or house-made pastry in the morning; a lunch menu of artisan sandwiches and more in the afternoon; and slow the day down with a curated wine list, craft beer, charcuterie, fresh pasta, and unique Italian style entrées in the evening. Chefs Kenny Howard and Heath Stocks were also nominated for the 2024 James Beard Awards.
Butterhorn
A dream of owners Shane Cornelius and Stephanie Miller, a Top Chef contestant, Butterhorn in downtown Bismarck is a fresh take on Midwestern cuisine to the table, with a French and Italian influence. The team at Butterhorn is dedicated to incorporating local ingredients, and the promotion of seasonal produce and proteins located in North Dakota and the surrounding states. Stephanie’s North Dakota roots often shine through the menu with regional dishes including lefse, bison and kuchen.
Huckleberry House
Huckleberry House is where Nordic culinary traditions meet contemporary elegance in a riverside setting. Inspired by an 1800s boathouse, this restaurant features two levels of indoor and outdoor dining. Chef Cody Monson provides a unique twist to modern Nordic dishes while local mixologist serves up inventive cocktails (think Huckleberry Cooler), and classic design elements for a distinctive dining experience by the river.
Fargo
BernBaum’s
Hidden inside a quaint, mid-century antique furniture shop, BernBaum’s is a vegetarian Scandinavian-Jewish fusion bagel concept that brings a taste of old New York to Fargo modeled after shops in NYC’s Lower East Side. Andrea Baumgardner was nominated for Best Chef Midwest by The James Beard Foundation in 2024 and 2020. Food & Wine magazine considers BernBaum’s as having “the best bagels in the country” and “one of the best restaurants in Fargo.”
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