Posted in Iowa March 01, 2020 by

Devour A Criminally Good Steak De Burgo At Tursi’s Latin King In Iowa

When you think of Iowa’s signature dishes, canteen sandwiches and breaded pork tenderloins may come to mind first. Those who grew up in Des Moines might have a different thought, though, because steak de burgo is a capital region dish that many Hawkeyes are obsessed with. While so many restaurants make their own version of this meal, and the origin story is debated, it’s fun to track down the best steak de burgo around.

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Carnivores in the Hawkeye State all agree - one of the best places to find steak de burgo is Tursi's Latin King, an Iowa landmark since 1947.
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This elegant restaurant in the heart of the city is famous for their mouthwatering Italian dishes and friendly, welcoming service.
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Their menu is full of Italian specialities and you'll want to start with a fresh appetizer. You can't go wrong ordering an antipasta plate.
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If you're in the mood for pasta, you're in luck. Tursi's Latin King serves up delicious cheesy and saucy dishes.
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The dish that Tursi's is most known for, though, is their amazing and mouthwatering steak de burgo. Bobby Tursi set out to create the best steak de burgo in Iowa, and many will agree that he has succeeded.
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The Tursi steak de burgo starts with a 9 oz charbroiled tenderloin sprinkled with Lawrey's Seasoned Salt. While many restaurants fry theirs in olive oil, the charbroil adds a certain amount of flavor that can't be beat.
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When it comes time to move the steak to a hot plate, their signature garlic butter and spices are added, creating a savory and flavorful dish.
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On a busy night, Tursi's makes dozens of this Des Moines staple, and Iowans can't get enough of it!
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There are tons of restaurants in the Des Moines area that make their own version of this classic meal, but one bite of Tursi's and you'll be telling everyone you've found the best steak de burgo in Iowa.
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You can see what makes the steak at Tursi's Latin King such a standout in the video below from youtube user catchdesmoines. Warning: your mouth will be watering by the time it's through!

If you thought your night couldn't get any better, you clearly need to look at the dessert menu. Seasonal specialties like this strawberry shortcake are just the thing to wrap up an amazing evening.
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Find more information about Tursi’s Latin King on their website, here.

If you find yourself on a hunt for the best steak in the Hawkeye State, visit any of these 7 Small Town Steakhouses In Iowa That Are Totally Worth The Trip.

Address: 2200 Hubbell Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317, USA