Remember what it was like going through a classic drive-through restaurant? You didn’t even need to get out of your car – simply sail up to the window, make your order, and minutes later you’re chowing down on delicious, fresh-made food. For those feeling nostalgic, you don’t need to settle for a generic fast-food burger. Iowa is seeing a renaissance in drive-through restaurants, and one location in a quiet part of the state is worth the drive from anywhere.
The small city of Belmond might seem like it’s in the middle of nowhere - but one nostalgic restaurant just might make it a destination.
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They say that you can tell how good a roadside restaurant is by how many pickup trucks you see lined up outside, and Belmond Drive-In seems to be living up to that.
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It’s only been in its current location since 2014, but you may be fooled into thinking it’s been sitting here since the 1950s - it’s a near-perfect time capsule.
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And it’s not just the nostalgic vibe that attracts people - the restaurant was awarded the title of best pork tenderloin in Iowa in 2015.
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They love their pork at the Belmond Drive-In, and the stuffed pulled pork sandwich topped with an onion ring is a favorite.
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If you want to try their most over-the-top dish, go for the Bronco Burger - a fresh beef patty with pulled pork, cole slaw, and a large onion ring.
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The drive-in frequently offers heartier old-fashioned specialties as well, like this country-fried steak platter.
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If they have the Hot Beef on offer, don’t miss it - this pile of hot roast beef topped with toast, gravy, and mashed potato is a one-of-a-kind messy treat.
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And of course, it wouldn’t be a nostalgic Iowa drive-in meal without a towering cone of soft serve.
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If you want an even more indulgent treat to call back to the good old days, try one of their signature shakes - loaded with your choice of mix-ins.
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Have you sailed into the Belmond Drive-In and ordered one of their specialties yet? Let us know all about your meal in the comments section. If you’re planning a visit to Belmond’s signature restaurant, make sure to drop by their website and Facebook page to learn about all their specials!
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Address: Belmond Drive-in, 215 River Ave S, Belmond, IA 50421, USA
