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    Elk Mountain Trading Post

    4.7 (14 reviews)
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    A very short jaunt off I 80 in the Elk Mountain Trading Post is a must stop, not just for the amazing food (definitely get a burger) but for the generous hospitality and history - it's housed in an incredibly old building. Also a museum next door. Highly recommend visiting this beautiful town of 150 residents.

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    Lauren G.

    One of the better burgers I've had in my life...and I eat about 4 burgers a week. Just make sure you tell them medium rare if you like some pink inside! My friend ordered the double bacon cheeseburger and it's a monster. Simple Wyoming interior and definitely nothing fancy...the way we like it. They only take cash or checks!

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    3 years ago

    We were very hungry and fortunately found this place. Excellent food and amazing people....Stop here to eat, you will not regret it

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    10 years ago

    Best burgers in the state of Wyoming!!! Always come back!! Worth stopping in for. I highly recommend it.

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    9 years ago

    Must stop to get one of the specialty burgers. THE best burger between here and Joliet IL.

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    9 years ago

    Best Burger in this state hands down. Friendly staff and rustic decor. They only accept cash.

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    Closed on Sunday & Monday. Open 11am to 6pm other days, but may vary. Call ahead to be sure.

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    Ken told us that he & his wife will be doing this for only 2 more years.

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    Cactus Jacks - Ribeye with baked potato

    Cactus Jacks

    3.5(108 reviews)
    67.9 km
    $$

    The service was great and the food was perfect! Did not disappoint. We will be going back.read more

    I understand the establishment was understaffed with one server, I ran in while we were gasing up…read morevehicles at the station next door, found the waitress in the back, and explained we were going to be a party of three, dining in, and I wanted to order the Feast, which we were going to share, AND TWO OF US HAD A 4-HOUR DRIVE TO DENVER, SO WE WANTED TO EAT QUICKLY. "So, you want me to put in the order now?" she asked. "Yes, please." "What sides?" she asked. So, evidently, she couldn't enter an order of pre-cooked BBQ and register urgency/efficiency without knowing which sides. When we returned five-minutes later, several others had now arrived. She served a newly-seated table of 4 waters, then returned for their orders, without acknowledging us. Then did the same for a table of two. It was at least 20-minutes before she acknowledged us. I said "We decided on those sides - garlic mashed potatoes and mac and cheese." Then, another 20 minutes before we were served! As she served the other tables in order, having never put in ours, and lacking any consideration or courtesy to expedite it. The food, including the meats, was bland, the sauces overly sweet, being sugar or "honey" based, and the reviewed "large portion" Feast for Two at $28.95, could have fed one hungry individual. Of particular note, after the delay and our Feast arrived with two COLD baby back ribs. Even if this overpriced meal only came with two ribs, you would think any server might have been considerate to add one more for a party of 3 sharing the Feast. We lost over an hour on a requested and first ordered prepaid meal to an in courteous waitress, whom I suspect may not have possessed the cognitive ability to comprehend an express order, for an over-priced order of small-portioned, bland BBQ Feast. Old and run down diner, atmosphere. Definitely, not worth the stop!

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    Cactus Jacks - The fam enjoying the meal.

    The fam enjoying the meal.

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    Reuben with vegetable side

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    Penny's Diner - Ruben Sandwich and Tots

    Penny's Diner

    3.1(236 reviews)
    67.5 km
    $

    The food was amazing and the service was great, the server was very sarcastic and funny overall it…read morewas a great time I would love to go in again.

    Sorry, no pics of food was too hungry and did not wait to take a picture…read more Finished up work for the day before heading back to Casper and decided to grab some lunch. It was a cold and very windy day so a cup of chili sounded perfect. The young lady who waited on us said that she had just made it. And the chef said that she makes the best chili in town. Ordered a cup of chili with a side of sour cream. The chili came out quick and fast hot with a large serving of cheese and onions on top. I love a good onion on top of chili. It adds just enough crunch. Asked for my side of sour cream and was informed that they did not have any. We also ordered the jalapeño poppers. They were just OK. I prefer my jalapeño poppers to be stuffed with cream cheese and not cheddar cheese. It gave it a weird texture and I didn't really care for it. It was decorated cutely for the holiday season of Halloween. If you have a large party, you may be split up at different tables as they do have a few booths and then a counter to sit at. Not very large, but the good thing is they are open 24 hours so if you do crave some food in the middle of the night like a breakfast hashbrowns and potatoes, this will be your place to go.

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    Penny's Diner - Counter and table service

    Counter and table service

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    J's Prairie Rose - The Breakfast Burrito at J's

    J's Prairie Rose

    4.5(309 reviews)
    80.2 km
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    J's Prairie Rose Café in Laramie is a must stop for locals and travelers alike. I think Yelp &…read moreNextdoor drive the business here underneath it all. Lots of travelers find it on Yelp and lots of locals deem it a Nextdoor favorite. The place is bustling on a random Monday filled with people the servers know by name and with those they dutifully seat and meet. We were the latter. Our server was friendly. The place is not a diner by east coast standards but instead a small storefront containing a restaurant. It has a room in front and one in back. With the kitchen and bathrooms in between. The difference here is the food! It is 5 Star Midwest type fair here. Good portions and reasonable prices. Oh my! This place had such good food. It easily was the best meal I ate in a week. We sat down already knowing Guy Fieri ate here but didn't know much else. Somehow through pure chance we ordered the three dishes that are the locals favs as we noticed on a card at the table after ordering. The breakfast burrito was the bomb. Yes, you should order it! The eggs with crispy hash browns inside and your choice of meat, I did bacon, was so tasty with the green chili poured over it. It was plate licking good. The 7220 burrito was also a fave with the pork and the same green chili sauce. The chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes and gravy was also so tasty. We didn't stop there because we heard about homemade pie and homemade cinnamon rolls. The cinnamon roll was medium sized with home made icing and lots of cinnamon so decadent. The pies we had, peach & strawberry rhubarb, had flaky buttery crusts and full of fruit. One we did as is and one ala mode with a hearty portion of vanilla ice cream. Sooooo good!

    My favorite meal at my new favorite spot! A true western diner with Wyoming hospitality! Very very…read morebusy, and I was impressed with the speed at which we were seated. With all the hubbub, it was amazingly quiet. Everyone was talking and enjoying their meals, yet we had no problems hearing each other. The coffee gal had our coffees to us asap, with water, and kept them full the entire meal. Our waitress, Keeley greeted us with a warm smile and friendly demeanor. And before we knew it, our meals were served up hot and oh so scrumptious! I definitely recommend - it's worth the 5-10 minute wait! You won't be disappointed! Be sure to bring a to go container for your leftovers - they use styrofoam

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    J's Prairie Rose - Back Room Seating

    Back Room Seating

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    Steak and eggs

    J's Prairie Rose - They sell T-shirts with the cool logo.

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    Elk Mountain Trading Post - tradamerican - Updated June 2026

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