Iowa
Good smells have wafted out of this traditional bakery since 1903. Savory choices include zelniks (buns filled with cabbage and caraway seeds). Another…
Must-see restaurants in Iowa
Iowa
It took Michelangelo four years to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, but it took Evelin 'Paco' Rosic just four months to make a half-sized…
Iowa
Inventive, fresh seasonal fare is the hallmark of this industrial chic eatery downtown. Always crowded, diners share large and small plates of the…
Iowa
Located in the old Ames train station, this barbecue joint has tables overlooking the still busy tracks. The food is sensational, cooked by a crew of…
Iowa
This converted grain mill draws folks from across the region with both its made-from-scratch Southern cooking and live blues and jazz music (Saturday and…
Iowa
Beloved donut shop that also sells cinnamon twists; the fresh fruit numbers are the bomb.
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This excellent restaurant serving hearty fare is out west near I-35/80 exit 125 and the Living History Farms. It's a bustling place that emphasizes top…
Iowa
Generations of locals have feasted on homestyle Italian classics at this proudly family-run restaurant. Have an amazingly cheap mixed drink at the bar…
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A classic that's had an open kitchen since before they were trendy. Succulent steaks (go for the prime sirloin) are perfectly grilled and come with sides…
Iowa
What better way to spend a balmy evening than enjoying a handmade frozen treat at this old-style neighborhood malt shop? It's so good here that you'll…
Sioux City
Run by the Calligan family since 1955, this Sioux City institution is a true drive-in (the only interior seating is the seats in your car). There are two…
Iowa
Generations of locals and students have feasted on the plate-covering pancakes at this no-frills diner downtown. The coffee is cheap and just keeps coming…
Sioux City
The most popular name at this 1925 tavern is Charlie Boy. And it's a pretty special name as it's the name of the house specialty: an Iowa loosemeat…
Iowa
'Keeping Iowans on top of the food chain since 1922!' is the slogan at this hole-in-the-wall store just south of downtown. Enjoy Iowa comfort food such as…
Iowa
Long-running Maude's is at the quiet west end of downtown. The menu features a lot of seasonal specials, but you can always count on an artfully prepared…
Iowa
Locals have gathered around the horseshoe-shaped counter at this Ottumwa staple since 1936 to gobble down 'canteens' (loose meat hamburgers wrapped in wax…
Iowa
This swanky 2nd-floor gastropub boasts locally sourced meals and killer libations at the long cocktail bar. Classic movies play on Monday nights and there…
Iowa
With a front that opens onto the street, this stylish cafe is a great place to relax with a glass of wine and watch the Valley Junction action. Or go for…
Iowa
This cluttered old corner tavern with a magnificent wooden bar has a long list of beers on offer. But what really keeps people coming are two things: the…
Iowa
With a name any traveler can love, the Scenic Route Bakery offers up fabulous coffee drinks and an array of baked goods, from healthy muffins to gooey…
Iowa
The poetic menus at this stylish amber-lit restaurant in the Millwork District are organized like so: roots + soil, flour + water, farm + fish. The…
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This old-fashioned cafe on Courthouse Sq made a cameo appearance in the 1995 film version of The Bridges of Madison County. It serves up mac ‘n’ cheese…
Iowa
The small menu covers a lot of ground: breakfast pastries (try the 'Dutch letter', a sweet pastry popular in small-town Iowa), sandwiches, Indian dishes …
Iowa
This tiny hut from the 1960s is located right on a small beach and the namesake channel that links East Okoboji Lake and Big Spirit Lake. Burgers and…
Iowa
Your one-stop year-round source for organic goods, local craft beers and deli sandwiches in an old rail freight house on the waterfront. The two-story…
Iowa
Grab a seat on the large deck at this busy pub and enjoy the view of the frenetic channel between West and East Okoboji Lakes. Basic breakfasts and…
Iowa
Hits a home run with cliché-busting takes on Iowa comfort food; it's seasonal, locally sourced and great alongside its home-brewed beers. Located 10 miles…
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Cafes, food vendors and artful shops offer their goods from this modern market. The city's best coffee as well as baked goods, pizza, sausages, craft beer…
Iowa
One of Iowa's farm-to-table pioneers, Alba has a great spot in the buzzy East Village neighborhood. Dine on inventive seasonal fare that's casual yet…
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A kingdom of locally produced cheeses and smoked meats. Get your picnic supplies here.
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The place downtown for a great coffee and a tasty breakfast. Excellent baked goods.
Iowa
A local legend, Shorts serves up all manner of gourmet burgers, including a fine selection of veggie burgers. Great regional beer list.
