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    4.4 (9 reviews)
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    13 years ago

    Awesome, low key, chill place. Fun hole in the wall. They have a large selection of stouts on hand. Great place.

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    11 years ago

    This is a nice little hidden gem. A great low-key place to get drinks. The staff is always friendly.

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    9 years ago

    Unique, awesome variety of beer, best margaritas, and exceptional staff. My favorite Lounge by far in the Cedar Valley.

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    14 years ago

    Great beer/scotch selection, free jukebox, with a 70's retro type feel. Depending on who is bartending the service is kind of slow/lousy.

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    1850 Patio & Grill

    1850 Patio & Grill

    3.5
    (50 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    We were in town for a tournament and looked up local food. 1850 popped up with mixed reviews and…read moreI'm really glad we went. The ambiance is really balanced no matter what the occasion. Our Bartender was wonderful, knowledgeable and quick. we listened to him answer questions constantly while balancing overall operations. Food: Brunch menu - B&Gs 10/10, Breakfast platter 9/10 Regular lunch menu - 1850 chicken sandwich was phenomenal and added the honey/bourbon sauce 10/10 worth the extra for the sauce Drinks: Full bar and a specialized menu, best part was coffee being available. The service really set this place apart and the food was tied for first with it. We will be back when we are in town.

    We were seated before two other tables -- one party of two and one party of five -- yet both were…read morehelped before us. I've honestly never felt so invisible at a restaurant. We sat there with no greeting, no water, nothing. We were actually about to leave and head to Culver's when the gentleman who seated us noticed we still hadn't been acknowledged. He immediately stepped in to help, got drinks started, apologized for the delay, and even offered us a complimentary appetizer because of the lack of service. The appetizer was great, and his kindness completely changed the tone of the experience. He ended up taking our order and delivering our food as well. His attentiveness and genuine care were superb. Unfortunately, the meal itself was disappointing. We usually order the Reuben but decided to try the 1850 chicken sandwich this time. It arrived barely warm, looked unappealing, and the chicken was quite dry. Honestly, I probably would have enjoyed Culver's more. That said, the gentleman who took care of us made all the difference. I wish I had gotten his name because he truly deserves recognition. I left nearly a 20% tip because of him and honestly wish I could have left more. You have an absolute gem working for you. We'll likely be back, though not quite as confidently next time. Hopefully this was just an off lunch.

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    Beet Salad w/o bacon
    French Fries - came with BBQ
    French Fries - came with BBQ
    Fried Cheese Curds - sweet & spicy sauce and an extra side of ranch

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    Fried Cheese Curds - sweet & spicy sauce and an extra side of ranch
    SingleSpeed Brewing

    SingleSpeed Brewing

    4.0
    (193 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$

    Fantastic beer selection. Excellent food. Reasonable prices. Single speed checks all the boxes!…read more I've stopped at Single Speed several times when passing through, and always enjoyed the experience. The flatbread is huge--at least two meals' worth--as are the salads. Beer's available in full pours, half pours, and flights, so it's easy to sample a few in one sitting. And don't miss the specials--especially inventive soups. There's plenty of seating options, too--a nice patio, bar stools, and a couple rooms full of tables and booths. Cheers!

    This property is enormous, and I imagine it would be a really great place for a family reunion or…read moregathering! There is ample space inside and out, and it's all very open and clean, though the inside dining areas are separated into large rooms, which I think would help with noise control when it's busy. We visited around 7:45 on a Friday evening in August and found it remarkably not crowded, but they have another location in Cedar Falls that probably draws a larger crowd. We were at the Waterloo location, which probably caters to a lot of business people and business travelers during the week. We ordered a lot of food for two people, and it was all excellent, but I rate this cool place four stars because all the food came out of the kitchen at once and we were totally overwhelmed. If it had been paced, I think we could have pulled it off, and as travelers, we couldn't really take leftovers with us to have another day. Our server was extremely helpful and patient helping me understand their beverage selections. I enjoy a good cocktail or a glass of good wine, but my beer tastes are even more limited, but SingleSpeed offered up the perfect solution: the SingleSpeed-a-rita. This is made with their Ring Around the Gose, tequila, agave, and lime juice. That hit the spot on a hot Friday night in Iowa!

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    Indoor at SingleSpeed Brewing
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    Pulled Pork
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    Gravy's Diner

    Gravy's Diner

    4.4
    (58 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $

    Wow. Service is top tier. 5 star breakfast cooked within 10 minutes of sitting down? You instantly…read moregot me sold there. Quality every single time. Thanks to the owner who cooks and the great chefs, as well as the other owner who is present everyday to greet and converse with customers! The owners have a great, powerful story about how they started. This diner has a very warm atmosphere and you feel welcomed everytime you step inside. It has a nice nostalgic feel that draws in people of all ages. I've had many of the menu items and I can say that everything was cooked as you expect it to be. Soft, cheesy omelettes with fresh vegetables. Soft scrambled eggs that just have that "home cooked by your grandma when you were a kid" feel. Crispy hash-browns. Sausage is great. Toast is always buttered and crisp. Man. Gonna go eat there tomorrow now that I'm talking about them, lol. Prices are very reasonable for the quality and hospitality received here. They are doing a great job at Gravy's Diner, I recommend literally anyone to try this place at-least once. You won't be disappointed. One of the best breakfast spots in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls area. They're open super early! For those who work in the morning and need a happy start to their days before work. Biscuits and gravy were so good.

    Had pretty high expectations after reading other's reviews. Service was friendly and attentive…read more Food was overall good. Ham and cheese omelet was very good. You can ask for hashbrowns crispy which I liked. Pancake was disappointing. Menu says fluffy but it was flat and thin. My son said biscuits and gravy were ok. Waffles were thin but my husband enjoyed his. They serve Pepsi products.

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    Eggs and bacon
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    Menu 8/8/24

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