If you are either a SoDak native or have spent any time in the Mount Rushmore State, you already know that we have the best burgers in the world, which can be enjoyed at nearly any locally-owned restaurant! If you want to try one that manages to stand out from all the others, however, we cannot help but recommend the incredible John Wayne burger from the Bullpen:

Located in Lake Norden (population 476), the Bullpen is an eastern SoDak favorite that specializes in all things delicious! 

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Boasting a laid-back, sports-inspired dining room, the Bullpen is the perfect place to watch the big game or unwind after a long day and also employs the friendliest staff who will always welcome you with open arms. 

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Like all great sports bars, the Bullpen serves a mouthwatering selection of steaks, sandwiches, and burgers, the best of which may just be the previously mentioned John Wayne.

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What makes the John Wayne burger so darn tasty? Not only is it made with real beef, but it is piled high with such delicious ingredients as crispy hashbrowns, applewood-smoked bacon, cheddar cheese, and crispy french-fried onions.

Google/Jake Jorgenson What’s not to love about John Wayne?! 

In addition to their John Wayne, the Bullpen serves a huge assortment of other innovative burgers, all of which can be found on their website.

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What pairs well with the John Wayne burger? An ice-cold beer, of course! No matter your favorite, you can find it at the Bullpen, which offers a vast selection both bottled and on tap. 

Google/Susan Olson Not a beer drinker? No problem, as the Bullpen has a massive assortment of wine, liquor, and other various cocktails. 

The restaurant portion of the Bullpen is open Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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The John Wayne burger from the Bullpen was introduced to us by a reader! Do you have a place in South Dakota that you would like us to feature? Tell us about it here! For even more of our favorite burgers, check out This Ultimate Burger Bucket List In South Dakota Will Make Your Mouth Water.

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What’s not to love about John Wayne?! 

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Not a beer drinker? No problem, as the Bullpen has a massive assortment of wine, liquor, and other various cocktails. 

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Address: 511 Main Ave, Lake Norden, SD 57248, USA