For many, dessert is the best part of the meal. When you stumble across a restaurant where there are just as many desserts as there are main dishes, you know you've come to the right place. Pizza Ranch in North Dakota fits the bill, but it's so much more--the entire family will have a blast here. Come along as I show you why you should definitely check it out!

Pizza Ranch is a midwestern chain restaurant and we’re lucky to have not one, but 15 locations around North Dakota.

From its humble beginnings in small-town Iowa back in 1981, this regional chain has expanded to include over 200 locations peppered across 14 states, stretching as far south as Tennessee! Pictured above is the Fargo location.

I love all of the nostalgia here!

The western theme is one of the most recognizable restaurant interiors in the Midwest.

This location features a unique fun zone.

It is filled with awesome arcade games that the kids will love. Heck, even the adults can get in on the fun here.

The buffet here isn't your typical buffet.

Of course, you'll find several different pizzas that you can enjoy, but the full, buffet, North Dakota dining experience features a wide range of options to ensure there's truly something for everyone.

The name of the game here is comfort food at its finest. Once you've snagged a slice (or two) of pizza, grab some fried chicken.

This is some of the best fried chicken around, which is surprising coming from a pizza joint!

And don't forget about all of the scrumptious sides.

These southern-style side dishes are the best accompaniment to your finger-licking fried chicken.

Even if you feel a little full...

... be sure to leave room for dessert!

The dessert side of the buffet is overflowing with several different dessert pies and sweet treats you'll love.

And they're always mixing things up with seasonal creations, so expect something new every time.

The Cactus Bread is the signature sweet, so be sure to grab a slice.

Topped with cinnamon streusel and icing, this is one North Dakota dessert that you’ll find yourself craving again and again.

If you were to do a search for “dessert buffet near me,” this spot/one of these spots would most certainly pop up at the top of the list!

Have you ever been to Pizza Ranch? If so, do you think it’s one of the best restaurants in North Dakota? How about among the best buffets in North Dakota? Are you aware of any other North Dakota buffets? Tell us in the comments! Visit the Pizza Ranch website for a full menu and don't forget to give them a follow on the Pizza Ranch (FunZone Arcade - Fargo) Facebook page so you never miss out on any specialty creations!

If you’d like to work off some of those delicious calories with a hike, you can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website.

There's a lot to love about Fargo. Not only is Fargo a foodie town, but it's also one of the snowiest towns in North Dakota! 

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/north-dakota/snowiest-city-nd/