Eric Paulsen

"They grill their burgers like most do, but on this flat-top along with onions there are copious amounts of water in which the burgers are cooked, keeping them moist and giving them a unique but tasty flavor. They don't even offer cheese!"

State Trunk Tour

"Pete’s, a legend in Prairie du Chien since 1909, has one of the most unusual burger cooking methods in America. And their burgers are so well-loved, that’s the only thing on the menu. They cook the burgers up 60-70 at a time, constantly smashing the patties and letting the burgers cook in the flavorful stew-like water on the grill. After about 12-15 minutes when they’re cooked – most end up well done – they dole them out to patient customers. And they come from miles around."

Andy Soth

"Follow your nose and you’ll likely find hungry customers placing orders for a Pete’s Hamburger. Specify “with” or “without” when ordering to indicate your onion preference. Ketchup, mustard and salt are the only other condiments available. The broth is so loved locally that sometimes customers show up at the end of the night with jars to take the precious elixir home."