We haven't been to L May in years. The service, ambiance and food was great. I had the osso buco which was delicious. Would recommend.

Ordered dinner takeout from L May on the advice of a Dubuque local. It was fantastic! The cheddar mashed potatoes are very tasty and steak was cooked perfectly. The focaccia was perfectly seasoned with salt and herbs--they included whipped butter but I didn't need it because the flavor and texture were already quite satisfying. The green beans and house salad were also quite yummy. One of us had pizza and was very happy with that, as well. Went wild and got dessert, as well. The chocolate mousse and cheesecake were big hits. Even though we took the food back to our hotel the service was friendly and they went above and beyond to package things nicely and include everything we might need. The place is really neat inside so we can't wait to eat there when we have a chance. Will definitely return when we are in town! read more

Food was amazing, love how thin and crunchy the pizza crust was. Fast and friendly staff. Cozy restaurant, suitable for family time or work team bonding! read more

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Have been coming to this restaurant for several years and it never disappoints!! Food and service always delivers. Clean and friendly environment. read more

The atmosphere was pleasant, the service was nice although the waitress, for some reason, spoke in a loud voice and the food was most delicious! All six of us were delighted with our orders, truly wonderful! Let's not forget the delightful drinks. All in all it was a truly nice experience! read more

Very busy restaurant, server apologized multiple times for long time between getting to our table. Great food. Ambience was busy noisy but a good people watching space. read more

Love the ambiance always have. Service was very good..a little slow on refills, but our waiter was covering a lot of tables, so OK. My only complaint was that the pork tenderloin was way overcooked to the point of be dry and hard to swallow. All other dishes were fine. In fact my wife said her salmon was as good as you could get and having eaten it extensively around the EU and the states , that's a huge compliment. I'll definitely go back but try something else.. probably the salmon. read more

Great place to stop in for a drink or a meal. Pizzas are delicious and the the entrees. Let's just say you can't go wrong with any of them. The flavors...chefs kiss! ‍ read more

Another great dining experience. The service was fabulous as our server was very conscientious. I had the filet as I believe their steaks are amongst the best. My husband had the tri-tip. Both were served with yummy cheesy potatoes that appear to be made in-house. The side salad that accompanied our entrees was more than generous and had a most delicious garlic Parmesan dressing. We were served a tomato basil focaccia bread that was a bit dry but still flavorful. We also had the caprese bruschetta that had a light balsamic drizzle on it, making it most enjoyable. Another romantic evening for my husband and I. read more

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The food is excellent and the atmosphere is inviting. Enjoy your meal from their delicious menu selections.

L May Eatery. The greeting was nice & first impression of eatery was clean. The waitress was very pretty ( Chloe) & nice. The order response time was OK, the wait for food from sit down was about 30 minutes or longer. I had the pick 2 . I got the chicken panini, salad & coleslaw. The salad was just OK. the panini was HORRIBLE. The chicken was very old and smell bad ( to me ) I did inform Chloe the waitress and they didnt charge for it, but this was my first time trying. Im not willing to try again. I forgot to say that the serving was very little as well. see picture read more

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Great service, drinks and food! Perfect for date night or any special occasion or craving for good food! Atmosphere also nice! read more

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So very glad that I found this fantastic restaurant on Dubuque's historic Main Street, as it is one of the best meals I have enjoyed recently. I had wanted to visit L May but needed help matching my schedule; however, the stars were aligned on this Saturday night after using a Yelp reservation! An exceptional setting, as it is located within an old storefront that has been completely refurbished and displayed its character throughout with hardwood floors and stunning stonework. Greeted warmly by David (who manages L May and rocks), we were quickly seated and a tremendous server in Lexi, who knew the menu, had superb interpersonal skills, and was a terrific human. She aided us with menu choices, and so glad that she did. I started with a delicious house salad and added a fantastic Caprese bruschetta. I ordered the meatloaf, and wow, it was so darn good, locally sourced beef and pork mixed with a tasty tomato gravy. Aged cheddar mashed potatoes and yummy green beans accompanied the dish, which was spectacular. Chef Tony...you are amazing! I learned from David that L May also does catering and has a private dining room for groups in its downstairs section. Incredible rock formations line the stairwells and tip you off to the building's past. I LOVED this place, and I am so grateful for the excellent customer service and food quality and will make sure to make it one of my GoTo spots in Dubuque County. read more

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My friend and I had a girls night out! We were browsing where to eat and found this gem. She really ikes this place becasue of their quality of ingredients and vegetarian dishes. Service was great! Our waters were constanting getting refilled. We got the artichoke and spinach dip, buttersquash sage pasta and morrocan salmon. We could not finish our meal and had to pack them home. Its a great place for date night! read more

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Went here with our two kids. They had a fun kids menu with a smile pepperoni pizza. Focaccia bread and salad were delicious. Our service was super friendly and attentive! read more

This place was fantastic and pleasant surprise during our visit! A small quaint little spot, our waitress was very knowledgeable and attentive! The drinks were fantastic had both a reisling and a pumpkin pie espresso martini. Highly suggest this place, the food and atmosphere are wonderful! read more

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The restaurant was clean. Very cool. The food was delicious. Margarita was so good. Spinach dip too. Filet was very good.

Great tasting and healthy food! My husband is gluten free and it was very accommodating! Serving very sweet and helpful. Recommend to everyone! The potato sausage soup was delish. read more

Excellent entrees, cocktails and service! The environment is quaint and cozy too! Parking is sometimes a challenge.

Had a great dinner! Great service, good atmosphere, and good food. Thoroughly enjoyed our evening. We'll be back!

Wow, only great things to say about L May. The atmosphere was cozy, our server was welcoming and helpful, and the food was AMAZING! Just make sure to save room for dessert! read more

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Hello, What can I say about L May! I step through the door and the host with a big smile and in charge greets me. I was seated immediately as i was the only one in my party! Yep, out with all my friends. Anyhow then the waitress comes over and very delightful as well. She takes my order and i had some special exceptions because if my diet. I feel bad sometimes with my needy way!! But she said no problem to any of them. While sitting there with all my friends i just noticed how all the patrons seemed to enjoying themselves with the ambiance and service. My food was excellent! Thanks for the bowl of cut up strawberries vs potatoes!! Marvelous place. Go check it out, and thank you L Mmay!! I didn't drink but it looks like a great cocktail and wine place as well!! read more

It's been a few years since we have dined at L May, but the place remains to be a great choice in downtown Dubuque. Very interesting menu, good selection of wines, and great service! read more

A well-known classic establishment in Dubuque, located on Main Street. Lmay is a classic staple restaurant in our family. Great service, food, & atmosphere! Excellent spot for a birthday, date night or just because! We often order the "You're in Dubuque" pizza, Fillet Mignon, or their rotating specials. Lmay sources from many local vendors and their food is always fresh. I would recommend making reservations on weekends, especially for bigger parties. Cannot go wrong, as it is a must-stop in Dubuque. read more

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Wow! Truly they never disappoint. The atmosphere is warm. The service and food are spot on every time we go. Perfect place to go on a date night or night out with friends. read more

We had an amazing experience. We dined here for our fifth wedding anniversary. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was quaint (in the best way), and the service was wonderful. We told them it was our anniversary and they made us a homemade paper heart that said "Happy 5th Anniversary" - so thoughtful! I'm so glad we chose this place. read more

The food was great and our server was wonderful! She did great with our large party and kept everything straight!

I had originally given this two stars for the service. The food was quite good and the vibe of the restaurant was nice. Given that the owner went above and beyond to make things right (thank-you!), I am updating my review. Thank-you for your attention to the issue! read more

Best restaurant I've ever had the staff are nice the food is delicious and the desert is amazing

Cute smallish restaurant in the middle of town. Our service was 5*, very friendly with just the right amount of attention. The food ranged from excellent to average. I had their Tomato Soup. Calling it soup was questionable. It was mor the consistency of a thick chunky tomato sauce. The flavor was good, but I could have eaten with a fork. It was the tiniest cup of soup I've ever been served. My husband's dinner salad was large but lacking in dressing, too many croutons and plain. A little less greens, a few less croutons and some added vegetables would have brought it to the level of the dinner. We both selected the seafood linguine. It was excellent. The pasta had just the right amount of sauce, enough to flavor it, but not drown it. There was plenty of seafood, scallops, shrimp and a few small pieces of fish. Overall we enjoyed our meal and would definitely return. read more

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The fig spread with local honey and whipped goat cheese was a perfect appetizer. Recommend trying it if available. read more

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I've been living in Dubuque for almost a year now and this was the first time I've been here. How is that possible?! We were able to call an hour ahead and reserve a table. I'm surprised they were able to squeeze us in because the entire restaurant was full when we got there at 7:45. We were seated at what appeared to be the best seats in the house - a little window nook with a bit more privacy. We started with the savory French toast. This is one of the best dishes I've had in all of Dubuque. The flavor combos are so different than what you will find on other dishes around town. I believe it was a duck egg batter on the bread, served with a whipped goat cheese, port wine reduction, some kalamata olives, and tender pieces of lamb. So phenomenal. I would consider ordering that as my main dish next time and not sharing any of it with my boyfriend! For the main course, I got the crabby shrimp plate and the boyfriend got the pork schnitzel. I thought my choice was just okay, but the pork schnitzel was delicious. It's a dish that I'd also come back and order again. They also have a really nice cocktail menu, plus they were doing a $5 rose special that I couldn't turn down. The dessert try they brought over to us looked so great. We will need to save more room for dessert the next time we dine here. read more

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Great dinner and service. They accommodated this large group and gave us this room that was perfect. read more

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Six of us walked to this great place near our hotel. We were immediately seated because of our reservation Masks & tables apart were great. We wore ours inside. Waitress was very professional & did a nice job of explaining everything. Our family style house salad was tasty. Radish slivers with toasted almond croutons in a garlic parm dressing with mixed greens & cherry tomatoes was awesome. I kind of wished I had ordered it for my dinner. The accompanying bread was pretty plain. I had the special--beef tips & shrimp. Mmmm..very flavorful with mashed potatoes to make sure you got all of the deliciousness soaked up! Hubby's slow roasted pork was really good with the poblano sauce & he had mashed garlic subbed for the sweet potatoes. There were a few green beans, which were pretty & good but too few in number. Friend's salmon was good but there were too many olives in the Mediterranean salsa. Another friend is gluten intolerant & they are awesome in that department. They brought her her own bread! Oh ! Dessert choices are tempting & we succumbed to the creme Brûlée m!! Mmmmm! Serving sizes were perfect. A bit on the pricey side but worth it! P S. I saw a pizza there that looked tasty!! read more

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The food is always amazing. Being a local this is my go to place because I know the food will be great. I am always sure to find something gluten-free that is delicious, and the servers are always careful when taking the order to make sure it is gluten-free. Love when it is warm out we can sit outside. read more

Delicious food, excellent service, yummy cocktails! I was there with 3 friends and we all enjoyed the evening. So nice to have such classy places to dine in Dubuque! read more

The beef filet was over cooked..beyond well done and very dry. Our waitress followed me out of the restaurant and aggressively stated my tip was inappropriate. She approached me at my car as I was helping my disabled sister into my car. I was shocked. read more

Our party of 8 enjoyed our meals. The atmosphere was beautifully rustic, cozy and clean. The service staff were knowledgeable, pleasant, helpful and responsive to our needs. I hope you too have a wonderful experience. read more

We had dinner here on a Saturday while visiting Dubuque. This place came highly recommend by many of the locals we spoke too. Atmosphere was great. They offer outdoor seating and they have a downstairs as well as the main floor restaurant. We sat in the downstairs, which I loved! It's such a cool old building that the restaurant is in. The wait staff was very friendly. The menu offered great options. The food was excellent. They had fantastic craft cocktails! We really had a great time and enjoyed ourselves. I would definitely go back the next time I'm in town. read more

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Food, service and ambiance were all amazing here! For allergy friendly options for my family, I was able to call ahead, receive accurate information, and then when we did decide to dine here we were anything but disappointed! Best salmon I have had in a long time! GF Mac and cheese, spinach and artichoke dip AND cheesecake! My picky daughter with multiple food allergies even found the vegan pizza tasty and that's hard to pull off. Host and wait staff were awesome. Highly recommend! We are from out of town but hope to be back when we visit again. read more