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Maid Rite

4.0 (85 reviews)
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Moderate noise
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Andrea S.

Open in 1928... it's rare to see a business last that long these days. Food was delicious and fast. No tipping accepted! Cash only, but there is an ATM there to withdraw cash if needed. Big parking lot next to the building.

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Bruce N.

Ahhh, Maid Rite. It'd been a minute since my last visit (which, undoubtedly, had been in some Iowa gas station). This, however was the full-blown "Maid Rite experience", in a long+time freestanding restaurant. It was exactly as expected; friendly counter girls, seasoned wait staff and an atmosphere that looked like it had gotten lost in the 60's. In other words, it was wonderful! I had two Maid Rites that were freshly maid, hot, and tasty as hell. Skipped the sides, but I had an ice cold Diet Coke which went down smoothly. I wish I had tried one of the pies, though. They had around 8 types available and they're freshly baked in house (or nearby). Just as I remembered it, it was a delicious lunch! I'm craving another visit but, alas, there are no locations in Florida and Iowa isn't on my radar in the near future. Too bad... I could be a regular!

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Penny W.

Some things never change. Every time I visit Quincy I have to get a Maid Rite and I love the crinkle fries!!

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Jarad H.

Maid Rite is a step back in time. I don't know how to say it any different so let me explain. The menus are on the old push in letter boards, you place your order where it is then written on a brown paper bag with your name, the order is shouted out so the cooks can hear, the total is tallied by hand and a chart is referenced, for tax you pay in cash only and your change is reverse counted back to you, your order is bagged and your name is called out. Once this process is completed you sit and enjoy the exceptionally prepared food. And by all means, try the pie! Maid Rite is truly an experience that just happens to include great food.

Zack G.

Iowa chain with an "old time-y feel", that specializes in ground beef sandwiches. All of the people working there when I went were old women, which added to the "old time-y feel" Sandwiches come in 3 sizes, and with the option to add cheese, pickles, and onion. I got the medium size with all of the toppings and it was delicious but very messy, as most of the meat fell out of the sandwich. Have a basic diner menu with other options as well, including a wide range of sides. I got sides of French fries and cauliflower, and, to my surprise, the cauliflower was fried! This makes me believe that all of the sides are fried, but I could be wrong. Menu is on the wall above the counter where you order. Also have a lot of pie and milkshake options. 8/10

My husband use to eat here years ago, not very good anymore regret going here today, since i have never been here cant say i have anything to compare but i know i will not be going back. For zucchini they give you four little chips and they didn't taste very good, the maid rite sandwich was slider size but for the price you should get at least 2. And just okay my don says mine are better save your time and money.

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Workers not wearing mask. Very unsafe. Will not be back. What kind of management allows this? Please get your restaurant up to par. This is unacceptable

Margie S.

Maid rite started in IOWA 1926 and continued Newton IA 1927, Marshalltown IA 1928. They have tried it up here in Owatonna MN and failed, they wanted Way to much $$

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Reviews are generally positive. People praise the loose meat sandwiches, milkshakes, and nostalgic atmosphere, and several mention friendly service.

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Gave a 2 star because the service sucks but the food is good. Order your maid rite dry unless you like grease.

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I heard so many advertisements on the radio for the summer brunch specials here for the weekends. I…read morelove brunch so much and decided to give it a whirl. It starts from open to 2pm. It was not busy whatsoever when we got there around noon. The staff was very friendly but they didn't have a bartender for the morning for brunch. They have mimosa flights so I was excited what I had heard and seen online. They were not what I expected but they were good enough. The staff was so friendly and they seemed to get along well together like a real team. I ordered the Country Harvest Skillet with some extra jalapeños. It came out super cute looking but it just was not flavorful enough for my liking. But it was still good. They jumbo biscuits were awesome as well. My boyfriend ordered a cheeseburger and he said it was really good. I tried his fries that came with it. They were crispy and I enjoyed the seasoning they choose. I'd like to come back for lunch or dinner at some point. Also to try their other morning cocktails.

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