Chad Nielsen is the deputy editor of Deseret Magazine. As a writer, he specializes in deeply reported longform narratives, and has covered crime, drug addiction, the military and sports. He lives in downtown Salt Lake City and sometimes rides a bike.

Behold the Intermountain West’s 10 most legendary diners because nothing satisfies quite like a burger or stack of pancakes at the end of a long stretch of asphalt
The Griddle in Winnemucca, Nevada, features biscuits and gravy and smothered burritos. It’s one of our 10 “Back Roads” selections of diners and cafes in the West.
Taggart’s Grill in Morgan, Utah, features pitas, jalapeño poppers. It’s one of our 10 “Back Roads” selections of diners and cafes in the West.
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