The Absolute Best Nachos In Every State

If there's one comfort food classic that most Americans can't wait to get into their bellies, it's the humble nacho plate. This Tex-Mex fave has it all; crispy, deep-fried chips, tons of melty rich cheese, meaty toppings, and plenty of fresh vegetables to keep it just light enough to possibly qualify as healthy. Although you can make the perfect plate of nachos at home if you nail the cheese to chip ratio, there's something special about enjoying a towering stack of smothered nachos out on the town. Fortunately for all of us, there's no shortage of incredible nacho joints all around the country.

From traditional chips, guac, cheese, and fixings to out-of-the-box offerings featuring seafood, pulled pork, or infused sauces, you can find something to sate your appetite and send you straight into nacho nirvana on our list. No matter where you live, there's a sizzling plate of nachos with your name on it.

If you find yourself in the great, icy expanse of Alaska, make a point to check out Xalos Mexican Grill. Tripadvisor reviewers are head over heels in love with the restaurant's super nachos, fiery salsa, and authentic Mexican cuisine, dubbing Xalos Mexican Grill "the best Mexican in Anchorage".  

With oodles of meat and cheese, plenty of spicy jalapenos, and crunchy, topping-drenched chips, these nachos are absolutely loaded. Although they're big enough to share, you might want a plate all to yourself.

Little Rock's Heights Taco & Tamale Co. offers something that you won't just see anywhere: sizzling and scrumptious nacho skillets packed with goodies like smoked pork and brisket on a bed of lime-spiked, salty chips. 

According to Tripadvisor, the nachos are ace, with meat-lovers lining up to taste the chargrilled ribeye nacho skillets crowned with signature salsas, sour cream, guac, and a whole lot of melty cheese. 

The Centennial State's La Loteria Taqueria gives hungry Coloradoans a traditional taste of Tex-Mex thanks to its bevy of classic dishes, including nachos. According to iHeart, La Loteria Taqueria's nachos are the stuff of legends, packed with a laundry list of customizable ingredients and served on crisp chips. 

Customers can create their own nacho experience, choosing from base ingredients like chicken, beef, or shrimp and spicing things up with jalapenos and pico de gallo. Add on a few generous handfuls of cheese and a dollop of sour cream, and you have a winning plate.

At Delaware's Klondike Kate's, nachos aren't a side order or afterthought — they're a central item on the menu. As Only in Your State notes, this amiable watering hole has several inventive types of nachos, like BBQ chicken, Buffalo nachos, or seafood-based nachos piled high with shrimp. 

The cream of the nacho crop has got to be a stack that you can't get anywhere else: Trash Can nachos with fried onions, bacon, chicken fingers, and tons of fixings. If you need more carbs, there are fries on there too. 

Manuel's Tavern in Georgia derives a lot of its appeal from being an accessible, laid-back place to feel at home and get some good food, but patrons have a special soft spot for the nachos. 

This unassuming local bar is the city's best place to load up on piping-hot nachos served with tons of crunchy vegetables, velvety sour cream, fiery homemade cheese and jalapeno sauce, and protein (via The Atlanta Journal-Constitution).

For unconventional nachos with an added layer of crunch, check out Idaho's Mexican Crazy Corn. Here, you'll find spicy stacks of nachos topped with the restaurant's signature roasted corn. According to East Idaho News, Mexican Crazy Corn owners Chris and Richard Johnson use fresh-grown corn, tomatoes, and signature queso in their dishes. 

When you chow down on a plate of Mexican Crazy Corn nachos you'll get tons of tantalizing traditional flavors plus the sweetness of the roasted corn, which Chris and Richard Johnson grow themselves.   

At La Margarita in Indiana, the nacho philosophy seems to be to go big, cheesy, and delicious or go home. According to iHeart, La Margarita's nachos are made for people who think the best part of the nacho plate is the galaxy of toppings, with sky-high mounds of meats, pickled vegetables, herbs, and fresh, creamy guacamole. 

If you're feeling extra fancy, you can always combine the chorizo and chicken for an unparalleled comfort food experience.  

When it comes to Kansas, we know you're probably expecting some mammoth nacho dish covered in heaps of barbecued meat. And we're equally certain you can find plenty of finger-licking-good versions of said dish throughout the state. But since barbecue is so ubiquitous in this part of the country, why not try something a little more unique?

You'll find exactly that at Albero's Café in Wichita, Kansas in the form of the restaurant's famous Italian nachos. What exactly are Italian nachos you ask? Fair question. In lieu of the traditional tortilla chips, Albero's uses pasta chips, which are essentially fried pieces of cooked pasta. The pasta is topped with a blend of Italian cheeses and a Mediterranean tomato relish. You can also add chicken, ground beef, or Italian sausage.

The appetizer is a near-universal hit among those lucky enough to have it. Reviewers on Tripadvisor describe the nachos as incredible. Yelp users were equally impressed, with one stating that "The Italian nachos was the best part of our lunch. Everything about the nachos was SO GOOD!" Another claimed that they dream about Albero's Italian nachos.

But the most noteworthy praise has come from Wichita Eagle food writer, Denise Neil. "I couldn't stop thinking about the Italian nachos ... days after I had them," she wrote. "We ate this pile of goodness until it was almost gone and made plans to return some night to eat only the nachos with a bottle of wine."

Eater New Orleans notes that Juan's Flying Burrito cleverly puts a spin on traditional Mexican food, injecting a bit of the bayou into south-of-the-border faves. The mix certainly pays off, with glowing Tripadvisor reviews that cite Juan's Flying Burrito as having the "best nachos ever". 

The secret is in the amazing variety of different ingredients, including grilled vegetables, fresh fruit, creamy avocado, and tons of cheeses. Try the Kamehameha Nachos for a porky, tropical treat.  

Maryland's Trippy Tacos crowns each platter of tasty nachos with Trippy Sauce, a complex yet mild sauce that perks up the layers of pico de gallo, tender meat, and satiny crema. With several varieties of meat-based nachos like steak, al pastor, and chicken, Trippy Tacos has the carnivores covered. They'll also keep vegetarians happy with stacked veggie nachos. 

Yelp reviews laud the fresh combos, creativity, and convenience, all topped with a hearty dose of Trippy Sauce.

Michigan's Rico's is a local classic and fan favorite, fusing dive restaurant style with excellent food for a relaxing but memorable meal. According to M Live, the two things you absolutely must get a Rico's are tacos and nachos, especially Rico's famous double-decker nachos filled to the brim with cheese, meat, and vegetables. 

These mammoth nachos are big enough for a crowd, easily satisfying four to six of your hungriest friends. 

Mississippi's O'Lucky B's serves up the best loaded nachos in the state, with tons of hearty toppings that range from conventional beef to non-traditional gyro, fried catfish, or Buffalo chicken bacon ranch. 

According to Yahoo!, O'Lucky B's nachos get their molten cheesy consistency from shredded cheese, queso, and hot nacho cheese, so you get a variety of different textures and flavors in each bite. Top it all off with a dollop of sour cream and some fiery salsa and you have a pristine piece of the good stuff. 

In Big Sky Country, Montana, everything is bigger, including the nachos. Tamarack Brewing has on-point grandiose servings of cheesy, meat and veggie-laden nachos that Tripadvisor reviewers celebrate as the absolute best grub in Missoula. 

True to brewery form, these Keg Nachos come in a huge half keg that Only in Your State deems "absolutely delightful." Bring your appetite, and friends, because there's no way one person is polishing off a single (or even a half) order alone. 

With a name like Nacho Daddy, you know that this Vegas hot spot takes its nachos seriously, and according to Yelp reviewers, the huge plates don't disappoint. Between the frosty margaritas and mouthwatering options like Fiesta Nachos with chicken and cheese, Golden Knights Nacho with premium steak and mushrooms, and the Southern Fried Chicken Nacho with BBQ sauce and creamy queso, you'll be spoiled for choice on the strip. 

Whether you're looking for a beautiful rendition of conventional nachos, or a luxe out-of-the-box taste treat with lobster, Nacho Daddy has you covered.

According to NJ.com, Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen is the spot to get your nacho fix, serving unconventional riffs on nachos, including a dessert option. The nachos at Tacoria Mexican Street Kitchen are crafted with the utmost care, from the fresh beans and bright salsa to the perfectly cooked proteins. 

Satisfy your sweet tooth with the Nutella Nachos; a beautiful celebration of rich Nutella and cinnamon sugar-coated flour tortilla chips. 

According to Tripadvisor, New York's Calexico's nachos are the stuff of your wildest dreams, with incredible sauces, fabulous toppings, and luxe fixings that riff on traditional nacho plates but give you a little something extra at the same time. 

Eater concurs, deeming these nachos a delicious marriage of two different cheeses, sweet charred corn, beans, proteins, and fresh pico de gallo. They're a slice of Tex-Mex heaven in the Big Apple, crafted with care and served piping hot.

Two words define North Dakota's Blarney Irish Pub: Irish nachos. Instead of conventional chips, Blarney Irish Pub uses waffle fries as the hearty backdrop for a comforting blanket of sharp cheddar, green onion, tomatoes, protein, and jalapenos. The contrast between the fries and toppings gives these nachos a unique texture and leaves you feeling totally satisfied and full. 

With rave reviews on Tripadvisor, this comfort food hybrid is well worth crossing state lines for.   

For the best nachos in Oklahoma you need to veer off the beaten path and go where the locals dine: Tacoville. Unassuming, unpretentious, and utterly invisible to the casual tourist, Tacoville has the best Tex-Mex grub in the state, including a unique take on nachos with flat fried tortillas, tons of cheese, and plenty of sauce and jalapenos (via Tripadvisor). 

It's a tasty and traditional little dive that won't break the bank and will deliver big on nacho goodness.

At the Keystone State's El Vez, hungry customers can sate their hunger with massive plates of Nacho Mamma, Macho Nachos, or simply go for a crunchy bowl of chips with fresh salsa, lime, and jalapenos. From the premium meats to the pickled veg, El Vez hits all the spots, and according to Tripadvisor reviews, the portions are no joke.

iHeart calls El Vez "the best Mexican restaurant in Pennsylvania", and notes that the Philly fave features customized servings of guacamole with yummy add-ins like goat cheese and fire-roasted tomatoes. 

South Carolina's Queology is the southern state's best place to grab a huge plate of nachos, with Tripadvisor reviewers advising that you must visit if you're a nacho lover. It's fairly easy to see what all the buzz is about. 

Queology uses incredibly fresh ingredients to craft towering stacks of steaming, cheesy nachos that you can wash down with a signature cocktail or two, or one of the restaurant's craft beers. These nachos have a fun twist as well: they're drizzled with barbecue sauce and topped with coleslaw.

Fusing smoky BBQ pulled pork or chicken with a big old plate of nachos is one of Edley's Bar-B-Que's specialties. The nachos are lauded by Tripadvisor reviewers and combine two beloved comfort food traditions: Tex-Mex nachos and piles of perfectly smoked meat. 

Topped with delicious sour cream, pico de gallo, barbecue sauce, and a whole heap of melty nacho cheese, if these sumptuous treats don't hit the spot, we're not sure what will.

If you read the Tripadvisor reviews for Utah's Porcupine Pub & Grill, one glaring thing will stand out to you: You must try the nachos. The nachos at Porcupine Pub & Grill are a cheese-lovers dream, gushing with plenty of sharp cheese and topped with scallions, tomatoes, olives, and jalapenos. 

The thing that Porcupine Pub & Grill truly nails with all of this is the ratio of cheese to chips, ensuring that you get a perfectly-portioned bite every time. 

For vegan nachos that will send your taste buds into the stratosphere, try Virginia's Galaxy Hut. According to Happy Cow, this throwback comfort food joint is proudly vegan-friendly, serving veggie-heavy renditions of all your favorite traditional snacks, including nachos. 

Northern Virginia Magazine notes that Galaxy Hut's nachos are a novel twist on the traditional recipe, with tater tots instead of chips and plenty of faux meat toppings, veggies, and luxe sauces like aji amarillo cashew queso. 

West Virginia's Black Bear Burritos' nachos stand out in the best possible way thanks to the gargantuan proportions of nachos topped with oh-so-many goodies like homemade Buffalo sauce, creamy queso, and crunchy bacon. Grab one of Black Bear Burrito's classic beers and you have a meal that you'll remember for a long time. 

West Virginia Tourism calls the restaurant's plate of goodness one of the best nacho plates in West Virginia thanks to the large portion size and spot-on flavor. 

El Abuelito is Wyoming's best spot for real Mexican food that's kind to your wallet and will satisfy any hunger pangs. According to Jackson Hole News & Guide, El Abuelito's success stems from its ability to stay true to standard nacho traditions by not swapping in new ingredients or replacing the standard chips with other carb-laced goodies. 

Instead, you'll get simple, yet scrumptious nachos with a thin layer of beans, some cheddar, and a bit of avocado and tomato.