Blink And You'll Miss These 6 Tiny But Mighty Restaurants Hiding In North Dakota
You might have to look closely to see these teeny restaurants in North Dakota, but they are well worth the search. Small as they may be outside and in, they serve up big food with even bigger taste. From kebabs to burgers and breakfast to ice cream, these eateries are tiny but mighty and you’ll be glad you stopped in.


This tiny little cafe sandwiched in between buildings in downtown Stanley is known for its big and delicious burgers. There is a whole menu of all your classic diner favorites all within this one small establishment. It's quaint, but it'll quickly fill you up with great food.
Joyce's Cafe is located at 118 S Main St., Stanley, ND 58784.
Joyce's Cafe is located at 118 S Main St., Stanley, ND 58784.
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Enjoy the delicious taste of Turkish cuisine at the Istanbul Kebab House in Williston. Small as it may be, it'll transport you to another part of the world with their tasty kebab, iskender, and so much more. Not enough time to stop in? No worries — they have free delivery throughout all of Williston. Yum!
Istanbul Kebab House is located at 107 8th Ave. W, Ste. 8, Williston, ND 58801.
Istanbul Kebab House is located at 107 8th Ave. W, Ste. 8, Williston, ND 58801.


This humble little restaurant in Larimore has a menu that'll make your mouth water. Whether you try their pizza, sandwiches, or specials that include things like pot roast (a local favorite), you'll be more than satisfied. It might look a little small and unassuming from the outside, but their food is anything but.
DB's The Station is located at 421 Towner Ave., Larimore, ND 58251.
DB's The Station is located at 421 Towner Ave., Larimore, ND 58251.


It doesn't take many people to have the line going out the door at Scoop N' Dough Candy Co. in Fargo. Yet the line and the wait, even in the rain, are well worth it. This is North Dakota's first and only edible cookie dough store. They layer up scoops of both ice cream and cookie dough on gourmet cones for the sweetest, tastiest experience you'll ever have. The small store is tucked away in an alley in downtown Fargo so it requires a bit of looking to find — and you'll be glad you did.
Scoop N' Dough Candy Co. is located at 206 Roberts Alley N, Fargo, ND 58102.
Scoop N' Dough Candy Co. is located at 206 Roberts Alley N, Fargo, ND 58102.
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This timeless cafe in Mandan has been around forever and is easily a local favorite. Their food keeps people coming back again and again for years. They are known for their scrumptious homemade pies as well as breakfast food and burgers. It's as classic as cafes get, and you'll love it. Just be sure to get there at a good time, seats are limited and they fill up fast!
Ohm's Cafe is located at 808 W Main St., Mandan, ND 58554.
Ohm's Cafe is located at 808 W Main St., Mandan, ND 58554.


Thompson's Cafe is a lovely little restaurant in Cavalier, North Dakota. The friendly atmosphere is one of its best features, and it's almost always full of locals. Grab a bite of any of their tasty menu options and enjoy the small, cozy space with your meal; it's a great combination.
Thompson's Cafe is located at 210 Main St. W, Cavalier, ND 58220.
Thompson's Cafe is located at 210 Main St. W, Cavalier, ND 58220.
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