For one of the best hamburgers in central Illinois, meat lovers head to Green Gables tavern on the shore of Lake Bloomington. Opened in 1929 at a gas station, the site was converted in 1952 into a bar, grill and full-service grocery store. Famous for its fatty, juicy patties smashed flat on the grill so their edges turn crisp, cheeseburgers are stacked with cheese, pickles, tomato, onions, ketchup and mustard, then swaddled in paper to steam. Legend has it musician Ted Nugent declared it the best cheeseburger he'd ever eaten. Pro tip: Accompany your burger with a fried side of cheddar cheese balls or corn nuggets. And prepare to wait. Service can be slow.