I love a good regional restaurant, don’t you? A place that will forever remind you of home or perfectly represent your home state. For Nebraska natives, that restaurant might just be Runza. With over 90 locations across Nebraska and a few in neighboring states like Iowa, Colorado, Kansas, and South Dakota, this chain is known for crinkle-cut fries, crispy onion rings, and its namesake sandwiches. Whether you’re a lifelong local or passing through the Midwest, you’ll likely have a Runza within driving distance.
The very first Runza Drive Inn opened in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1949. It was founded by Sally Everett and her brother Alex Brening near Pioneers Park. Their small cinder-block stand with walk-up windows marked…..