International Day of the Nacho is on October 21 and National Nachos Day is on November 6. Alex P. Taylor, as seen on Season 11 of Bravo’s Below Deck, was nicknamed The Nacho King of CT after he implemented several month-long nachos showcases and celebrations every November in his home state of Connecticut.
This past year, he has been a regular on Great Day Connecticut where he showcases his original nacho recipes from his upcoming cookbook, “Totally Nachrageous: Lessons in Life in Nachos.”
His mission was clear for 2024- to conduct a national search and secure a list of the most unique, creative and wow-factor nachos in each state of the USA, nachos that are indeed Totally Nachrageous! While scouring the internet, Instagram, Reddit and calling upon friends in different states, he created a list that is very different from other collections available online- a list made for adventurous nacho lovers.
From nacho fusion to the most unique toppings and cultural ingredients, he found the restaurants and bars that have boldly gone where no nachos have gone before. There are so many amazing local businesses from all over the United States listed in this article.
Nontraditional, Unconventional and Fun. Check them out below!
Follow @alexptaylor1 & @totallynachrageous for more Totally Nachrageous adventures. Have a spot you think should be a contender for next year? Send a DM to Alex on Instagram. Be sure to tag @totallynachrageous when you try any of the nachos from the list below.
Alex P. Taylor is a proud nachopreneur and has appeared on multiple forms of local and national media including HBO’s Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Fox's Hell's Kitchen, Connecticut's Morning Buzz, NBC, Fox and radio.
Phil Sandoval’s Mexican Restaurante
IG: phil.sandovals
6125 University Drive, Suite E-18 Huntsville, AL 35806
Acapulco Chicken Nachos- Grilled chicken and refried black beans topped with raspberry chipotle sauce, diced pineapple, and melted Chihuahua cheese. Served with pico de gallo, sour cream, shredded lettuce and jalapeño slices
https://philsandovals.com/about/
"Raspberry chipotle sauce and pineapple- these nachos are nacho your average bear. Love the Chihuahua cheese too! "
Jack Sprat IG: jackspratak
165 Olympic Mountain Loop, Girdwood, AK, 99587
Nacho Libre- vegan nachos with chilled mushroom & walnut taco ‘meat’, nuchi sauce, corn tortilla chips, avocado purée, serrano peppers, scallions and radish pico de gallo
https://www.jacksprat.net/index.html#s1
"Most unique vegan “meat.” And a big YES to radish pico de gallo! Whether you are vegan or not, a must try in Alaska. "
Diego Pops IG: diegopops
4338 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, Arizona 85251
Brussels Sprout Nachos- street corn queso, queso oaxaca, Fresno chili, pickled onion, roasted garlic beet crema and fried egg
"Omg. Brussels Sprouts. Egg. Street corn queso. Stop. Rock on with your bad ass nachos!"
Baja Grill IG: eatbajagrill
5923 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock, AR 72207
Cuban Nachos- slow-smoked shredded pork topped with chipotle aioli, orange red cabbage and jicama slaw, fresco cheese, cilantro, avocado, rice, beans, queso and sour cream
https://www.eatbajagrill.com/home-1
"I love a good Cuban sandwich and am such a proponent of nacho fusion. This nacho checks all the boxes for me. The only thing I’d add- chopped pickles as a topping."
Saucy Chick Goat Mafia
203 S Rosemead Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107
Jeera Chick Chaat-chos- Hand-pulled Jeera rotisserie, on a bed of hand-rolled and crafted Indian airy, melt-in your mouth para crisps, Mayocoba beans, herbaceous GG Sauce, Ambli Molasses, crema, roasted peanuts, lime spiced coconut, fresh torn mint and sev crunch
https://www.saucychickgoatmafia.com/
"Love the culture fusion. Love the chip substitute. "
Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken
IG: monomonokfc
1550 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80202
Bulgogi Nachos- Fried wontons loaded with Bulgogi, jalapeños, onion, green onion, cheddar mustard dressing & housemade aioli
"Wontons. Bulgogi. Cheddar mustard dressing. Need I say more? Please pass me a napkin. I’m drooling."
Barracuda IG: barracudanewhaven
196 Crown St, New Haven, CT 06510
Barracuda Yuca Nachos - yuca frita topped with pepper jack cheese, tomato & scallions served with sour cream, salsa and guacamole. Shown here with pork belly.
https://www.barracudanewhaven.com/
"My first Yuca Nacho! Yuca is known for subtle sweetness with a nutty flavor. Love the chip replacement here. Love it with the blackened chicken."
Archie Moore’s IG: archiesmilford
15 Factory Lane MIlford, CT
Archie Moore’s Buffalo Nachos- their regular nachos topped with melted Monterey Jack Cheese, grilled chicken marinated in their buffalo wing sauce, jalapeños, and tomatoes, served with salsa, sour cream and bleu cheese dressing
https://www.archiemoores.com/about
"Spicy buffalo chicken. Blue cheese dressing. Hot and cool. They are doing these right at Archie Moore’s."
Klondike Kate's Restaurant & Saloon
IG: klondike kate's
158 E Main St, Newark, DE 19711
Trash Can Nachos- fried corn tortilla chips, topped with french fries, chicken fingers, chopped bacon, onion straws, lettuce, tomatoes, melted cheese, honey mustard dipping sauce and bleu cheese drizzle
https://www.klondikekates.com/
"Some real everything but the kitchen sink action and I am here for it!"
El Meson De Pepe's Restaurant & Bar
IG: elmesondepepe
410 Wall Street, Mallory Square, Key West, 33040
Pepe’s Cuban Nachos- homemade plantain chips topped with ropa vieja, picadillo, guacamole, cheese, diced tomatoes, and onions
https://www.elmesondepepe.com/restaurant/
"An all time favorite and MUST every time I visit Key West! Don’t mind the roosters roaming the streets. The plantain chips and ropa vieja make these nachos out of this world."
Hankook Taqueria IG: hankook taqueria
1341 Collier Rd NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30318
Specialty Nachos- Tortilla chips topped with your choice of protein, queso, sesame soy salad, spicy Korean BBQ sauce, jalapenos and sour cream
"Sesame soy salad, spicy Korean BBQ sauce. Your mouth will come alive at first bite. Love the nacho and culture fusion here. Well done!"
Kehau's Kitchen IG: kehaukitchen
98-150 Kaonohi St b118, Aiea, HI 96701
Pua'a to Da Poke Nachos- Half Kalua pig, half ahi poke on wonton chips. Kamakaze (Hawaiian Style w/ Special Sauce)
"If this combo doesn’t make you smile, call me. I will eat them for you. Insert winky face emoji here."
10 Barrel IG: 10barrelbrewing
826 W Bannock Street, Boise, Idaho 83702
Steak “Not Just” Nachos- Seasoned potato chips, steak, bacon, jalapeño, bleu & mixed cheeses, 4-cheese sauce, green onion
https://10barrel.com/pub/boise-brewery/
"Idaho- I’m not surprised your nacho has subbed corn tortillas for season potato chips. Don’t threaten me with a good time. Steak, bacon and bleu cheese. That’s hot."
Ditka’s IG: ditkas_restaurants
2 Mid America Plaza #100 Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Coach’s Pot Roast Nachos- cheddar-jack, jalapeno, sour cream, tomato, scallion
https://www.ditkasrestaurants.com/about
"Pot Roast?! Yes, coach! Taking an extra lap now."
La Chinita Poblana IG: la_chinita_poblana
906 Carrollton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202
LCP Nachos with Tofu Jori- homemade chips, black beans, sambal queso, chipotle salsa, sour cream, queso fresco and pico de gallo. In the mood for meat? Try their Korean steak or the tamarind chicken.
https://www.lachinitapoblana.com/
"Love the vegetarian option with the Tofu Jori. I also can get down with the Korean steak and tamarind chicken. Sambal queso? Sign me up!"
Malo IG: malodsm
900 Mulberry St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Tot’chos- grande tots, queso, cheddar, carne molida, pico de gallo, pickled jalapeños and chipotle crema
https://www.malodesmoines.com/
"Malo means bad in Spanish. But these rebel nachos prove it’s good to be bad sometimes. Tots instead of chips? Why not?!"
Cactus Grill IG: cactusgrill_
7841 W 159th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
Navajo Nachos- crispy corn tortillas with thinly sliced chicken, feta, and Monterey jack cheese. Topped with creamy dill sauce, jalapeño slices, and pico de gallo, then baked. Served with salsa fresca
"It’s the creamy dill sauce. It’s the feta. Bold. Different. Totally Nachrageous."
Bear & The Butcher IG: bearandthebutcher
815 Euclid Ave, Lexington, KY 40502
Breakfast Nachos- B&B kettle chips, scrambled eggs, chorizo, pickled jalapeños, bacon, Monterey jack cheese, Cotija cheese and green onions. Served with a side of salsa
https://www.bearandthebutcher.com/
"I love a good breakfast nacho. Never had one? What are you doing with your next weekend? Now is your time to join the rest of us!"
Bear & The Butcher IG: bearandthebutcher
815 Euclid Ave, Lexington, KY 40502
Loaded Pork Nachos- B&B kettle chips, beer braised pulled pork, beer cheese, pickled jalapeños, honey lemon BBQ, pickled red onion and cilantro
https://www.bearandthebutcher.com/
"Let’s talk about the honey lemon BBQ, beer cheese and pickled red onion- I’m all in."
Juan’s Flying Burrito
2018 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Hawaii 5-0-4 “Kamehameha” Nachos- Chips topped with bacon, pulled pork, grilled mango, pineapple salsa, melted cheddar-jack, chipotle sour cream, avocado, cilantro and pickled jalapeños
https://juansflyingburrito.com/
"Love. Love. Love. Mango, pineapple and chipotle sour cream. Just packed my bag. I’m on my way."
Bar Harbor Lobster Pound
414 State Highway 3, Bar Harbor, ME 04609
(Reopens MDW)
Fresh Lobster Nachos- fresh homemade corn tortilla chips dressed in hand picked lobster meat, fresh homemade mango salsa, cilantro and a side of homemade tomato salsa
https://www.barharborlobsterpound.com/
"Fresh lobster. Mango salsa. Are you kidding me? These are seasonal, so make sure they are open. Totally worth the trip."
Nacho Mama’s IG: nachomamasmd
2907 O'Donnell St, Baltimore, MD 21224
Crab Nachos- tortilla chips topped w/ jalapeno crab dip, cheddar, Monterey jack, jalapenos, salsa, and sour cream
https://www.nachomamasmd.com/our-story
"I’m feeling kinda crabby about these. Why are they so delicious and out of my reach for DoorDash? Road trip time. B-More, here I come."
Anchovies Bar IG: anchovies bar
433 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02116
Italian Nachos- corn chips, braised short rib ragu, ricotta & cherry peppers
Website unavailable
"The Italian side of me is smiling big time now. Ricotta. Cherry peppers. What the what?! Another reason to love visiting Boston."
Jolly Pumpkin IG: jollypumpkinel
218 Albert Ave, East Lansing, Michigan 48823
Red Chicken Nachos - red chili marinated chicken, pickled red onion, black beans, Monterey jack, aged cheddar, tomatillo salsa, mashed avocado, and cilantro
https://east-lansing.jollypumpkin.com/
"It’s the red chili marinated chicken for me. It’s also the name Jolly Pumpkin. Come on. It’s a win no matter how you look at it. "
Twigs Tavern & Grille IG: twigsrochester
401 6th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Shrimp Nachos- Diced shrimp, pineapple, red & yellow peppers, Caribbean jerk sauce, cilantro, mozzarella
https://www.twigstavernandgrille.com/
"Shrimp. Pineapple. Caribbean jerk sauce. It’s the Nacho Island life for me!"
The Ole Biloxi Fillin Station IG: fillinstation
692 Howard Avenue, Biloxi, Mississippi
Crawfish Nachos- house made tortilla chips topped with blended cheese, crawfish tails, jalapeños, house made pico, green onions, topped with our signature house made piroux sauce
https://www.facebook.com/OleBiloxiFillinStation/
"Crawfish. Piroux sauce. Take my money. Sold!"
The Landing Eatery & Pub IG: thelanding1
1189 West Kansas Street, Liberty Missouri, 64068
Gio's Italian Nachos- Crispy fried wontons smothered in our house Alfredo sauce, topped with Scimeca’s Italian sausage, tomatoes, red onion, black olives, pepperoncini, mozzarella cheese and red pepper flakes
https://landingeateryandpub.com/about/
"You had my attention at Alfredo sauce. You kept it with wonton chips, sausage and pepperoncini. I didn’t know I needed this in my life until now."
Devil’s Toboggan IG: devilstoboggan
113 E Oak St #2b, Bozeman, MT 59715
Upstairs Nachos- Corn chips topped with seasoned ground bison, charred corn, Swiss cheese, parmesan-romano, avocado crema and chipotle aioli
https://www.devilstoboggan.com/
"The devil made me eat them. Again and again and again. xoxo"
Stokes IG: stokeswestdodge
13615 California St, Omaha, NE 68154
Aztec Nachos- blackened chicken, Aztec curry sauce, jack, cheddar, sesame soy slaw, cilantro, lime, guacamole
https://stokesrestaurant.com/about
"Sesame soy slaw. Curry sauce. Well, well, well. Who’s ready to party in Nebraska?"
McMullan’s Irish Pub IG: mcmullansirishpub
4650 W Tropicana Ave #110, Las Vegas, NV 89103
McMullan’s Irish Nachos- homemade potato chips layered with cheddar cheese, bacon, tomatoes and chives, topped with sour cream
https://www.mcmullansirishpub.com/our-pub
"Do a little jig. Make a little nacho. Get down tonight. Irish eyes are smiling. Are yours?"
Liquid Therapy Brewery & Grill
IG: liquidtherapynh
14 Court St, Nashua, NH 03060
Bacon Cheeseburger Nachos- 90/10% burger, bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, therapy sauce, cheddar jack, 100% corn tortilla chips
"The therapy I can finally admit that I need. In sauce form of course. Nacho fusion at it’s best!"
Soya Ramen & Sushi Burrito
IG: soyaramenburrito
3371 US-1, Lawrence Township, NJ 08648
Japanese Nachos- yellow corn tortillas topped with spicy tuna, avocado, scallions, spicy mayo, eel sauce, tobiko and sesame seeds
https://www.soyaramensushinj.com/
"Real Housewives. Snooki. Sushi nachos. Proof that New Jersey is a pop culture icon."
Bosque Brewing Co. North
IG: bosquebrewingco
834 US-550 Bernalillo, NM 87004
Chicken Elote Nachos- tortilla chips with queso, shredded chicken, House-made pita wedges,sautéed corn, red bell peppers and onions, pico de gallo, guacamole, and lime crema. Topped with Hot Cheetos powder.
(Sub chicken for birria beef for a little extra)
https://www.bosquebrewing.com/our-story
"Hot. Cheetos. Powder. Goodbye :)"
Jajaja IG: jajajamexicana
West Village: 63 Carmine Street, New York, NY 10014
Lower East Side: 162 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002
Plant-based! Grande Nachos- vegan chorizo, refried beans, habanero queso, salsa verde, sour cream and corn relish
https://www.jajajamexicana.com/
"I have had these and you would never know they were vegan. Habanero queso, where have you been all my life? Thanks, Joi! #iykyk"
KoKyu IG: ko_kyu
245 East NC-54 Ste 105, Durham, NC
27713
Burnt End Nachos- Beef Brisket Burnt Ends, Corn Tortilla Chips, Aji Verde Salsa, Pickled Sweet Chilies, Fresh Scallions, with Sour Cream and Ghost Pepper Cheese Sauce on the side
KoKyu IG: ko_kyu
245 East NC-54 Ste 105, Durham, NC
27713
Caramelized Kimchi Nachos- Caramelized Kimchi, Corn Tortilla Chips, Sriracha, Kimchi'd Radish, Fresh Scallions, Sour Cream and Ghost Pepper Cheese Sauce on the side
"Ghost pepper cheese sauce, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways…"
Acapulco Mexican Restaurant
IG: acapulcofargo
1150 36th St S, Fargo, ND 58103
Acapulco Nachos with steak and bacon grilled with onions and bell peppers. Smothered in White Queso Dip and topped with guacamole
https://www.acapulcomexicanfargo.com/
"Just the perfect day. I want to spend it with you…and steak and bacon and grilled onions and peppers."
Cap City Fine Diner and Bar
IG: capcitygrandview
1299 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43212
Blue Cheese Potato Chips aka Ohio Nachos- “a Cap City original,” blue cheese, chives and Alfredo sauce!
https://capcityfinediner.com/locations-menus/grandview/
"Again with the Alfredo sauce here. I love being surprised with things I have never tasted before. Add in some blue cheese and chives and we are going places!"
Roosevelt’s IG: roosevelt's tulsa
1551 E 15th St, Tulsa, OK 74120
Ahi Tuna Nachos- seared Ahi tuna, wonton crisps, wasabi aioli, pineapple ponzu, goat cheese, sesame seeds and green onion
https://rooseveltstulsa.com/about-us/
"I’m not OK. I’m great! Pineapple ponzu, wasabi aioli, goat cheese- wow! With love, your newest super fan."
Expatriate IG: expatriatepdx
5424 NE 30th Ave, Portland, Oregon 97211
Expatriate Nacho-fried wonton chips, thai chili cheese sauce, spicy lemongrass beef, crema, kaffir lime & tomato salsa, herbs
http://expatriatepdx.com/context
"Thai chili cheese sauce. Spicy lemongrass beef. Stop showing off. You’re making us all look bad. Jk. Keep showing off. I like it."
LMNO IG: lmnophilly
1749 N Front St, Philadelphia, PA 19122
My fav!!! Octopus Nachos- queso mixto & oaxaca cheeses, onion, pickled serrano, salsa macha (Contains Peanuts)
"These are the nachos that I had on Below Deck! I didn’t even know they were available on a menu in the US, nevermind in Pennsylvania. PA, you have my heart and my money now. See you soon! "
Diego’s- available every Thursday off season, noon to close, IG: diegosnewport
11 Bowens Wharf, Newport, Rhode Island 02840
Cauliflower Pibil Nachos- achiote & orange roasted cauliflower pico de gallo, lime crema. refried beans, baja cheese, shaved scallion
"Winning with three in one spot on this list! A true Nacho Paradise! I love Newport and Diego’s. For all of the varieties, make sure to visit on a Thursday for these beauties."
Rita’s IG: ritasfollybeach
2 Center St, Folly Beach, SC 29439
Rita’s Nacho’s- choice of: blackened Ahi tuna, pulled pork, or steak with peppers, jalapeños, onions, jack cheese, black beans, queso, watermelon pico de gallo
https://ritasseasidegrille.com/
"Rita’s, you had me at watermelon pico de gallo. The nacho topping I never knew I needed until you came into the picture.
Never go away."
Vinyl Taco IG: vinyltacosf
3609 S Western Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Street Corn Nachos- tortilla chips topped with queso sauce, creamed corn, queso fresco, blanco crema and cilantro
https://www.vinyltacosiouxfalls.com/
"Feeling a little corny writing this but, Vinyl Taco, you’re beautiful. Thanks for being you."
Chauhan Ale and Masala House
IG: eatatchauhan
123 12th Ave N, Nashville, TN 37203
Lamb Nachos- lamb keema, provel cheese, lemon yogurt, kachumber and tamarind chutney
https://www.chauhannashville.com/about
"Talk about creative Indian cuisine. Chef Maneet, we adore you!"
Lavaca Street Bar - South Lamar
3121 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
K-Pop Nachos- Gochujang chicken, wonton chips, white cheddar queso, Sriracha, lemon ginger aioli and Korean BBQ spice
https://lavacasouthlamar.com/thunder-chief
"And the Nachos Grammy goes to- K-pop Nachos! High energy. Super fun. Don’t mess with Texas."
Log Haven IG: loghaven
6451 E Millcreek Canyon Rd, Salt Lake City, Utah 84109
Alpine Nachos- house chips, forest mushrooms, speck, fontina
https://log-haven.com/about-us/
"Speck is a cured, lightly smoked ham. Mushrooms? Fontina? Wow. I’m impressed."
BBCO (Burlington Beer Company) IG: burlingtonbeer
180 Flynn Avenue, Burlington, Vermont 05401
Korean Beef Nachos- corn tortilla chips, Cabot cheddar and fontina blend, Angus beef, pitchfork pickle kraut-chi, sesame seeds, cilantro verdant sauce and scallions
https://www.burlingtonbeercompany.com/our-story
"Yes to all of these ingredients. Unique cheese blending, sauce and pickle kraut-chi. I want to eat these during a snowstorm and forget about all of my worries. Bring on the snow and ‘chos!"
Little Nickel IG: littlenickelgram
4702 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225
Hawaiian Nachos- chicken, pork or black bean, crispy bacon, grilled pineapple, queso blanco (contains flour), white cheddar cheese, pickled red onion, jalapeno, cilantro crema, pico de gallo, cabbage and salsa verde
"Bacon, pineapple and two kinds of cheeses. Call Ruthie. We’re going back to Hawaii!"
Some Random Bar IG: somerandombar
2604 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Crab Nachos with crab, white cheddar cheese, grilled onion, avocado. lime sour cream, cilantro pesto & aleppo pepper
"Crab, grilled onion and cilantro pesto. Tell me you're unique without telling me you’re unique. Done deal!"
Ichiban Pan-Asian Cuisine
IG: ichiban_wv
103 Capitol St, Charleston, WV 25301
Sashimi Nachos- five crisp wontons generously topped with sashimi tuna, cilantro, jalapeno, avocado, roe and spicy mayo
https://ichibanrestaurantscharlestonwv.com/
"Small but mighty! Roe, spicy mayo, sashimi tuna. County road, take me home."
Bear & Bottle IG: bearandbottlemadison
601 N Sherman Ave, Madison, WI 53704
Shrimp Rangoon Nachos- house-made shrimp wonton, carrot & cabbage slaw, scallion, sweet chili sauce
https://www.bearandbottlewi.com/
"Wisconsin surprised me as I was finishing off this list. Shrimp rangoon nachos, wow! I was thinking I’d find Cheese Curd Nachos, but this is what you find when you search thinking out of the box in Wisconsin. Impressive!"
The Handle Bar IG: handlebar j
7680 Granite Loop Rd, Teton Village, WY 83025
THB Nachos- elk and red bean chili, cheddar jack cheese, cherry peppers and cumin crema
Handle Bar Restaurant & Pub | Teton Village | Four Seasons
"Elk chili, cherry peppers, and cumin crema. You got me. Cheers to being creative and totally nachrageous!"
Thanks for stopping by!
Follow @alexptaylor1 & @totallynachrageous for more Totally Nachrageous adventures. Have a spot you think should be a contender for next year? Send a DM to Alex on Instagram. Be sure to tag @totallynachrageous when you try any of the nachos from the list below!
The Most Unique and Creative Nachos in Every State
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