Iowans love to eat, and the Hawkeye State is one of America’s most underrated foodie destinations. Right now, tacos are all the rage, while other tortilla-based dishes seem to be flying under the radar. Luckily, that’s not the case in Cedar Rapids, where the best nachos in Iowa are served at a cozy Irish pub.

The Irish Democrat in Cedar Rapids is one of the state’s favorite places to enjoy a hearty meal.

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This classic Irish pub is sure to make you feel right at home - and their expansive beer list is just one of the reasons visitors come back again and again.

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Their menu features Irish pub staples, like Guinness Stew and Soda bread, but they’re famous for a totally different dish.

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Order up their enormous mountain of nachos to see why the Irish Democrat is on everyone’s list of the best nachos in Iowa.

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You can even order Irish nachos - served atop crinkle-cut fries instead of crispy chips! Whichever variation you order, you’ll be so happy to dig in.

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When you pair nachos and other comfort-food bar bites with one of their creative cocktails or a familiar stout, it’s truly tastebud heaven.

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Head on over to the Irish Democrat to see why people are talking about this cozy Irish pub with the best nachos you’ll ever try.

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Address: 3207 1st Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402

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Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday.

For more of the best bar bites in the Hawkeye State, read These 9 Restaurants Serve The Best Wings In Iowa and you’ll be snacking away again in no time.

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