Posted in Wisconsin Dining October 01, 2019 by Daniella DiRienzo

There’s Nearly Always A Line At Pete’s Hamburger Stand In Wisconsin

They say, “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” And that old adage has definitely proven true for Pete’s Hamburger Stand. The tiny burger joint has garnered a huge reputation for its mouthwatering hamburgers, which they’ve been making the same way since opening over 100 years ago! Take a look:

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Many of Wisconsin’s small towns are home to great restaurants – and in Prairie du Chien, that *great restaurant* is Pete’s Hamburger Stand.

Small in size but big on flavor, Pete’s is located in a little trailer on Prairie du Chien’s main street.

The tiny eatery has been at its present location since 1955; however, it’s been around much longer. A longtime favorite, Pete’s has been serving up its famous burgers since 1909!

The tasty hamburgers have garnered quite the reputation…and quite the following, attracting locals as well as tourists from all over the world.

Because of its popularity, a long line that can be seen from a distance is the norm at Pete’s.

However, the incredible burgers are more than worth the wait.

So, what makes the burgers so good? It’s how they’re cooked, which is with water and onions. A tried and true method, the burgers have been prepared the same since Pete’s opened all those years ago.

As far as toppings go, you can forget about lettuce, cheese, or most other usual options. At Pete’s you’ll have a choice of "with" or "without," which refers to whether or not you want onions on your burger.

Ketchup and mustard are the only other topping options; however, the burgers are so good, an abundance of toppings isn’t necessary.

The buns are nearly as good as the burgers, which makes sense when you learn that they’re baked fresh daily at the nearby Huckleberry’s.

The hamburgers are definitely the star of the show at Pete’s, so the only other items on the menu are chips, soda, and water.

Pete’s is open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, from late-April to late-October. Visit Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. For more information, check out Pete’s Facebook page.

Address: 118 W Blackhawk Ave, Prairie du Chien, WI 53821, USA