Idahoans revel in challenges. Nothing is too big for them to tackle and conquer, even foods. That’s why Idaho has some of the best, most interesting, and most intense food challenges in the west. Whether you think you can take down a monster hamburger or have a sweet tooth the size of a mountain, food challenge lovers will find something on our list below.
Meridian’s Homestead Bar and Grill has gotten attention for its newest entry into the “Big Food” challenge space with a six half-pound patty burger, called the Cow Tipper. As of last year, no one has beaten the challenge, but if you’re the lucky first, you’ll end up with a full stomach and a $10 gift card.
Nate’s New York Pizza’s food challenge is just downright mean. The challenge, to eat a 36-inch with bacon, can bacon, pepperoni, Italian sausage, and salami, is so big that you’re allowed to have a team of four to tackle it.
The aptly named “Hemi Challenge” at the Garage Café in Notus, Idaho will leave you squealing. Earn yourself a spot on the Wall of Fame (along with scarcely 20 other challenges) by crushing two pounds of fresh ground beef, an eight-inch bun, two pounds of fries and a milkshake.
Superb Sushi in Boise, Idaho challenges you to eat four La Bomba Rolls within an hour, or approximately 4 pounds of sushi. Even the most ardent sushi lover will have trouble taking down this challenge. They even have a $100 reward for the first woman to complete the challenge.
Do you dare to devour a two-pound burger with a one-pound basket of fries and large soda? Can you do it in 45 minutes or less? Prove it at Outer Limits and earn yourself a free t-shirt and a picture on their online Mothership hall of fame.
Guppie’s Hot Rod Grille in Twin Falls, Idaho serves breakfast, lunch, and brunch on Sundays. If you think you can eat, then consider the Deuces Challenge, featuring a 22-inch hot dog created especially for Hot Rod Grille. Served on a custom bun with fries and sauce.
The Wolf Lodge in Coeur d’Alene started out as a convenient store back in 1939 before transitioning to the beloved steakhouse of today. Even the most ardent steak lover might have trouble handling the Rancher. The $48 entrée comes with a 16-ounce ribeye and a 16-ounce sirloin.
The Ranch Hand Trail Stop Restaurant in Montpelier, Idaho is a 24-hour breakfast, lunch, and dinner diner that harkens back to the Western food stops of yore. If you can eat a Big Stack, three large pancakes in under an hour, the meal is free.
511 Main in Ashton, Idaho makes scrumptious pizza, but their claim to fame for our purposes is their Huckleberry Mountain. This six-extra-large scoop sundae, served with huckleberry syrup, whipped cream, and nuts, is no joke.