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Culver’s is definitely my top contender.

Taco John’s is a good one. I loved their chicken avacado bacon taco. $2 and half a dozen later never had a regret. Until it went away.

A&W is hit or miss as long as they still have their root beer tapped in store.

Kwik Trip is popular too because it’s literally grab and go or call ahead and it’s made for you. You can customize it without extra cost is a big win. Burgers. Pizza. Grab some donuts and breakfast sausage and the ultimate diabtus sandwhich is made for breakfast.

I like Culver’s, Taco John’s, and Kwik Trip, all mentioned before here.

My addition will be B-Bops. Last I checked, they are only in the Des Moines metro. Also, Tasty Tacos, but they are more fast casual rather than fast food.

Central IL, I don’t know if it would count but there are several in a close area: Krekel’s Custard. Known for smashburgers and homemade ice cream. Similar to Culver’s but older I think, and better.

I can eat a Portillo’s beef in a pinch, but if I have my choice and I’m in Chicago, I’m going to Al’s.

Culvers

Culver’s is my personal pick

I’m partial to Culver’s and Wendy’s. Portillo’s seems to be rising in popularity across the country these days, too.

Taco Johns

Chain fast food: Portillos hands down. Non chain: your closest hot dog or beef joint

I moved away from the Midwest a few years ago and miss the food dearly

My preference is usually Chicago style, but this Detroit stuff will do.

All these posts about Kwik Trip was making me question what I’m missing by not eating gas station food.

But to be fair, I do love a Casey’s pizza. Best gas station pizza I’ve had.