If eating your way through Iowa this year sounds like something right up your alley, read on. We’ve pulled together twelve bucket list restaurants scattered around Iowa, one for each month of the year. If you are looking for some of the best restaurants in Iowa, we're pretty sure you'll find a few hidden gems here.

1. January - Breitbach’s Country Dining, Balltown

As Iowa's oldest bar and restaurant, a meal at Breitbach's isn't an experience you want to miss! You just can't beat the authentic rich history you'll find here.

2. February - Proof, Des Moines

Go all out for February with an advance reservation at Proof Restaurant in Des Moines. This elite establishment is one of the best options in Iowa if you want to take your meal to the next level. The "Proof" is in how satisfied your tummy is after your meal.

3. March - The Lighthouse Inn, Cedar Rapids

Take a spring drive through Iowa and stop for a meal at one of Iowa's oldest restaurants. Built in 1912 this famous Iowa restaurant has some stories to tell.

4. April - Rastrelli's Italian Restaurant, Clinton

Italian is on the menu this month. Specifically, Rastrelli's. Pizza. Pasta. Cheesecake. Need we say more?

5. May - La Regia Taqueria, Iowa City

Cinco de Mayo calls for some Mexican cuisine, and we know just the place. Not only is La Regia Taqueria a Mexican restaurant serving up authentic, tasty dishes, but it's also a market where you can buy specialty items and ingredients for your own cocina.

6. June - Smokey's Lost Bar & Grill, Delhi

How about a meal on the beach to kick off summer? Yes, really. You CAN do that in Iowa. This summertime hangout has limited hours in the off-season so be sure to check their hours before stopping by.

7. July - Barn Happy, Cedar Falls

Fit in a little shopping with your brunch or lunch meal at Barn Happy. This little deli is in a hundred-year-old barn, and there are some fun, unique gift items to be purchased here as well.

8. August - The Tangled Wood, Bettendorf

Including its patio, this might just be Iowa's largest restaurant - a whopping 15,400 square feet. And just look at that meat platter!

9. September - Bluff Lake Catfish Farm

Dine on fresh-caught fish while enjoying a view of a waterfall. Does it get better than this? The Bluff Lake Catfish Farm has limited winter hours, be sure to check for availability before swimming up for a bite to eat.

10. October - Baxa's Sutliff Store and Tavern, Lisbon

For a restaurant with a view, Baxa's can't be beaten! Dine overlooking the historic Sutliff Bridge. The food is great, too!

11. November - The Machine Shed, Davenport

Fill up on some of Iowa's best pork dishes at the Machine Shed in Davenport. You can eat pig for breakfast, lunch, and dinner here. And it's all good.

12. December - Taylor's Maid-Rite, Marshalltown

December's a busy month, and fast food might be just what you need to make it through. Try a loose meat sandwich from Taylor's Maid-Rite in Marshalltown.

Iowa has some pretty cool places to eat don't you think? From home-style cooking, like your grandma would make to fine dining, each has something unique to offer. How many of these have you already tried? And what do you think are the best restaurants in Iowa? Share your favorites with a comment.