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Smokey D’s in Des Moines, Iowa

This award-winning eatery was opened by Darren and Sherry Warth, and the number of competitions they've won since opening is really quite astonishing. They have around 700 awards under their belts. You'll find smoked turkey, brisket, ribs, and pork on the menu, but this isn't just some traditional BBQ joint (although we also love traditional). They have innovative dishes on offer, like their burnt ends glazed with an Asian-style sauce.

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Their platters also come with thick slices of Texas toast that are so buttery and fluffy that they melt in your mouth nearly as well as the meat.