Located just off Highway 75, this place gives you that classic local diner feel the moment you walk…read morein. The waitresses are always incredibly kind and welcoming--even when every table is full and they're nonstop on their feet. Everything that comes out of the kitchen is delicious, hot, fresh, and clearly made with love. And whatever you do, don't skip the pie--you have to save room for dessert. This has been, and will continue to be, one of our favorite spots to eat around here.

Food and service were amazing! I called a head of time and ordered my food. The lady that took it…read morewas really nice and when I got there she pointed out the two pie boards so I can see what pies they had. I would have given the place 5 stars but in all honesty, I didn't feel completely welcomed by the other patrons.

The food is good. The atmosphere is great. The food is cooked freshly and the service is…read moreexceptional.

They now have a weekly Saturday cheeseburger special where you get a cheeseburger and fries for $5…read more While Salty Heifer was already popular, it is moreso on Saturdays. Fantastic staff. Come chat with friendly locals inside or out. Bikes and pups are welcome at their outdoor seating or join the community inside.

Love this place. Stopped by between Des Moines and Sioux City and had a deliciously disgusting…read moremeal. Everything was yummy and so unhealthy. Garlic cheese ball and tater tot poutine? Amazing. The tenderloin was massive. And the broccoli cheese soup was a star. Tried the peach pie as well which I thoroughly enjoyed. The wait staff was super friendly and the ambiance was exactly what I was hoping for, a quality local establishment. Throughly enjoyed it.

The gf wanted to check out I-80 MetalArt and we found the Chuckwagon Restaurant right across the…read morestreet. We arrived pretty much at straight up noon on a Saturday. I fully expected the place to be packed as it appears to be pretty much the only show in town as far as a sit down restaurant. There was a please wait to be seated sign there as we walked in. We were greeted right away and seated in minutes. It's old school wood tables and chairs and I think there was a counter available. Ordering is done at the tables as well as settline your bill up with your server. Surprisingly the speed of service continued throughout the visit. After drinks we ordered the rodeo burger and fries, a tenderloin with chili cheese fries, and the garlic cheeseballs. The cheeseballs came with marinara and ranch. Fresh, hot, and fantastic! I've eaten a lot of tenderloins. Many that have been highlighted as Iowa Tenderloin Trail winners or participants... This is one of the better tenderloins I've had in the state! Obviously hand made, breaded, and fried. Not too thick and not too thin. Drained properly. Served with the essential condiments including the holy trinity (onions, dill pickles, and mustard). The gf liked her burger. It could have used more of the featured ranch and bbq sauce. The fries... Neither of us cared for them. Obviously hand made, but almost too thin and too greasy. We'd both opt for a different side next time. To each our own though. Almost every small town along this stretch of I-80 has a pub & grill. The menus vary a little, but are very similar in a lot of aspects. The quality of service and the cooks make the biggest differences. The Chuckwagon hit five stars in some aspects of both. Work on those fries and the flavor of the chili (horribly bland) and this review would have been five stars. I'm going to emphasize this again. Truly one of the best tenderloins I've had in the state! Keep doing what you are doing!

Needed a quick lunch & decided to stop here. Not busy (4 people there) still took forever for…read morewaitress to get our order. We had an hour to eat & daughter had to leave without eating because it was so slow. Food was mediocre - fries soggy. My Cuban sandwich with hardly any meat. Plus the gnats flying around the table.

Teens are cooking in a place people expect to be good ordered our food came in and they put my two…read morebread and made it soggy in the spaghetti n meatballs. Gave fries in another Togo box and could've put bread in there. Way to go kiddos!!!

Food was nice, Qty big portions, Clean place inside and outside. Server had pleasant. I love…read morethey're bakery. I ordered a sheet cake with fresh strawberries and placed a certain way, on the edges, inside layer. She stated she never had made one, but was willing to try and make it. Boy, I was greatly surprised. She did a FABULOUS job. I tell everyone about my experience. My family only buys from Robins Nest. Thank you, will definitely come back .

I came back to Clarinda for my Uncle's funeral and discovered Vaugh's is now Robin's Nest…read more It has the same small town homey feel. Everyone was friendly and my order was quickly brought to my table. I ordered the Farmer's Skillet and was not particularly impressed but I take blame for not reading the description. It need eggs. I should have gone with my gut instinct of The Lion Tamer. I recommend this little spot.

Love this place. Great spot for a quiet lunch. Great food, great people ! Love the Monte Cristo…read moresandwich : )

What a wonderful surprise to find this hidden treasure when visiting family in Clarinda…read more I enjoyed the delicious chicken salad sandwich, served on wheat berry bread, along with a refreshing peach ice tea. Not only is the food incredible, but the decor is inviting. I especially appreciate the roominess. Tables aren't set so close that you don't have privacy or room to maneuver. I will be back again soon!

Breakfast plate of eggs potatoes cheese and gravy. Yum! I couldn't finish sh a half order…read more Service is always great. Atmosphere is pure small town comfort

We were on our way to Grand Island, NE and I like to eat local so I found the M & I Weather Vane…read moreCafe. The prices looked good, well the prices are wrong. I was startled when I picked it up to go and it was forty dollars for two skillets, an egg, two eggs, and bacon. I would not have ordered some items if I knew the correct prices. The skillet was very good. Everything was fresh, with potatoes eggs, ham, onions, and green peppers with cheese. The bacon was crispy and good smoke flavor. Service was good, but would like updated prices so I can order accordingly.

A group of my friends and I went to The Back Forty last weekend when we were on a party bus and it…read morewas fun bar. We stopped the bus and all walked in and good vibes were definitely felt. We didn't order food but we all ordered drinks. My drink was well made and the bartender seemed to be enjoying her work. They also had live music, which was nice. If I'm in the area again, I would definitely go back and try their food.

This was a great spot for lunch! The dinner menu looks just as great. We were wandering around on a…read moresmall town adventure today and checked Yelp for a lunch suggestion. I'm so glad we did! The place has a small town vibe but could easily compete with anything in the Omaha metro. Talked for a bit with the gal that owns it. She was great! So glad to support a women owned business. I had a basic BLT and we shared corn nuggets. Pretty good. Husband had the lunch special, Tater tot casserole. My first thought was "I have the stuff for that in the fridge/freezer at home." Then I remembered that I have indeed not made it. They made it first so we went with that. He loved it! Not your grandma's casserole. The Thursday prime rib sandwich ($15) and Friday and Saturday steak specials ($25-30) will definitely draw us back. Thanks for a great afternoon.

Excellent French Dip! The meat was perfect and generous. The dip juice was beefy and not too…read moresalty. The bun was Amazing!! Fast service Neat old building - lots of character

This restaurant is a real gem. I am thrilled that my sister recommended we stop here for lunch…read moreyesterday. The greeting was warm and friendly from Robyn our server. The soup yesterday was a (sweet potato chowder) with big chunks of perfectly cooked sweet potato surrounded by home grown sweet corn, celery and sausage. It was fantastic. I had the chicken salad sandwich, my wife and very nice salad and my sister had the Thai wrap. All were amazing,. This wonderful spot has incredible desserts as well with very generous portions. The carrot cake and homemade vanilla ice cream was off the charts. Easy street parking make it easy and very much worth driving 50 miles to experience. We will plan on coming through Nebraska City at lunch time so that we can return soon I hope.

I would have posted picture but it was so delicious I forgot! We had the rib special with ribs,…read morebeans, the best cornbread you ever tasted, potato salad like my mom makes with mustard, onions and magic sauce. Yum!!! If you are out at Arbor Farm or close, stop in. So worth it.

We were asked to seat ourselves as we entered. We ordered coffee and water to drink. Asked for…read morerecommendations on what to eat, she mentioned the special and a few items off the menu. I ordered the wings, my husband ordered a burger. We also ordered some onion rings. The onion rings were made here. They had excellent flavor. The wings came next. Loved the buffalo, but the bbq had a strong ketchup flavor, they were ok. My husbands burger was a handmade patty. Only thing missing was some kind of sauce. None offered on the menu. He used some mustard. Waitress did well making her rounds but asked if we needed anything and forgot the items I asked for. The area is well lit and relaxing. Noise level was kind of loud. We could hear everyone else's conversations. It was okay, but kind of an expensive lunch.