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    American Classic Cafe

    3.1 (28 reviews)
    InexpensiveSalad, American, Sandwiches
    Open 7:00 am - 1:30 pm

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    A rainy morning is a good time for a good meal.
    Michael S.

    I've only been to American Classic half a dozen times over the last year perhaps, but I've always left the place full and satisfied. When I go to restaurants I tend to find the one thing I really like there and end up only ever ordering that one meal on all subsequent visits. American Classic Cafe is no different for me as I discovered that I love the Alfredo Benedict (a garlic flavored eggs Benedict) and have been ordering it every time. I've always gone there with my father who has been slightly more adventurous with his meal selection such as steak and eggs, pancakes, general breakfast meals etc. and he's always liked what he had. American Classic is a low-key down home comfortable (in the sense that you can just come as you are and not feel out of place ) restaurant to eat. Ive only ever eaten there in the AM but I've always found the wait staff pleasant to interact with during my visits. Perhaps you might consider it the next time you're out for a meal!

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    2 months ago

    the past 2 times I have gone in ive sat for 30-40 minutes before I get my order in. I usually tip well so im not sure what the reason is.

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    Always great food, great service and a good time . I love eating here after church on Sundays

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    Love the cornbread and sausage gravy. Service leaves a lot to be desired. Seems as though gossiping by the soda machine takes priority

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    Wait staff was super rude and the food was meh. Wouldn't recommend this place to anyone.

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    The brisket sandwich was freezer burnt and nasty. Everything comes out of a box. Needs a total overhaul. Skip it

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    Prime Rib - Nice piece of prime rib

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    3.6(60 reviews)
    0.1 mi
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    Came in for a work dinner while in town. There was 8 of us. Very busy place & they sat us quickly…read more Service was super friendly and great. The drinks were very good. Appetizers & food was top notch. Everyone was super happy with their meals. Family friendly place with nice people.

    Spencer, Iowa…read more During fair season we were looking for a nice place to eat. This was recommended so we went. Very busy place at 8 pm on a Saturday night. Many large parties but we were only two, so we waited only 10 minutes. Dining room has many tables with nice low back chairs. They are pleather with a soft cushion. A few tables line the walls with booths/chairs combo. The downside are the black paper napkins. I wish they were cloth. The menu is broad from salads to hamburgers and of course seafood and steak. Each entree comes with a side salad and choice of side. You can select from french fries, mashed potatoes, baked potato, mac & cheese, and more. The salad is nothing more than spinach mixed with iceberg two cherry tomatoes, and one slice of cucumber. They come in a chilled aluminum bowl. Hate eating out of aluminum. They should consider changing that to chilled plates such as those at the salad bar. The dinner rolls come in a basket with a napkin, prepackaged butter, and a side of what look to be cinnamon butter. I ordered the fisherman's platter which had fried shrimp, fried clam strips, and fried cod. I chose to have mac & cheese as my side. The cod was excellent. Thick, moist, and cooked to perfection. The shrimp were butterflied. Both the shrimp and the clam strips were inconsistently cooked. Some were done and others were soggy batter. The macaroni and cheese had a light creamy white sauce. It tasted fine, but didn't have any exceptional flavor. My husband ordered the prime rib. It sits on a bed of au jus. He really liked that idea instead of having to dip it. He said the meat tasted very good. He ordered a baked potato with his meal. I ordered a raspberry shanty beer with my meal. It was a draft beer. Very refreshing, very delicious! Our waitress was kind. Did not know much about the menu and had to keep asking questions from the kitchen. That is not a problem for me, and better to check than be wrong. The entire wait staff seems to hurry, and I often saw them running. I appreciate the willing to get things done and their quickness, However, I am certain they can be much more efficient without running toward the kitchen. Be aware if you pay by credit card there is a fee to do so. Try and bring cash so you don't incur that extra cost. I would for certain come back to this restaurant. I give this restaurant 4.5 stars.

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    Pub19 Bar & Grill - 1/2 rack ribs

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    3.4(49 reviews)
    19.5 mi
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    The food here was very good. My wife got the 1/2 rack of ribs and they were fantastic. The meat was…read more"pull off the bone with a slight chew texture" just the way I like them. I know because she let me try one.The sauce they use is great as well. My pulled pork sandwich was good but nothing compared to the ribs. The sandwich was supposed to have coleslaw on it which I requested after I took the photo. Once I doctored up the sandwich with more sauce, also requested, and the slaw, it was good. I got the side salad as my side dish and it was one of the smallest salads I have ever seen.. it was simple and good. The service was excellent and the view of the golf course was great. My recommendation is to sit outside as the noise inside is a bit loud for me.

    I have only had positive experiences at this pub! I would call it more of a casual restaurant on a…read morenice golf course :) You can wear your summer whites or casual jeans and a summery top or jeans and a T. There is a nice big deck for outdoor seating which overlooks the golf course. There are nice big square umbrellas for sunny days. The staff are all local and friendly. My recommendation for food is the build your own pizza. Unlike other places I've been, their toppings offerings are comprehensive including spinach, hot cherry peppers, green olives, feta, shrimp, etc... on top of the standard "boring" toppings. The pizza is oven baked so the crust is perfectly light and crispy yet hearty. Go and enjoy!! This is one of the only place located on the west side of Okoboji on Hwy 86!!

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