Came in to get breakfast this morning got steak and eggs w hash browns the steak was disgusting…read more The place is bullshit

This roadside diner with a great old Native American-themed roadsign out front has promise, but…read moreunfortunately, the food relies too much on shortcuts -- instant potatoes (yikes!) on the open-faced meatloaf sandwich & mashed potatoes platter. Gravies too salty. Chicken a la King somewhat gelatinous. Maybe the burgers or fried chicken would have been better choices. The locals seem to like the place and the friendly servers know them by name. They get stars for original external appearance (I'm ignoring the ill-advised 1980s mauve floral booth remake), and location on old Lincoln Highway (Rt. 30). Stop a block west at the little roadside park to see an original concrete Lincoln Highway bridge.

Kicking off my vacation series of reviews in Iowa, I wasnt sure what to expect from The Classic but…read morewhen Dad says he wants a tenderloin sandwich you just gotta follow along. The Classic is just that, a beloved local spot in downtown Brooklyn where the friendly service and delicious food made for a truly memorable dining experience! The staff made us feel right at home from the warm greeting at the door to the server's helpful recommendations. The menu offered plenty of options, including daily specials. My tacos were delicious and bursting with flavor. Whether you live nearby or just passing through - i would definitely recommend making a stop here.

"Classic Hospitality, Delicious Eats (Just Bring Your Beans Memory)"…read more I recently stopped at The Classic Deli & Ice Cream Shoppe in Brooklyn, Iowa--and wow, what a treat. I've read up on the history: this place has been a local staple at 120 Jackson, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and yes... ice cream. That kind of variety is always a good sign. (theclassic.us) From the moment we walked in, we felt welcomed. The hosts and staff treated us like old friends, checking in and making sure we had everything we needed. The service alone is five-star worthy ... friendly, attentive, and warm. We ordered a chicken melt, chopped sirloin with au jus, and a selection of desserts including peach pie, chocolate pie, and lemon meringue. Everything was tasty and felt freshly made. The prime rib was flavorful and juicy, and the pies were a perfect sweet finish. They have a whole variety of ice cream flavors, which we didn't try this time but will definitely sample on our next visit. The only downside was that the baked beans we ordered were forgotten, which was a small letdown since they're one of my favorite comfort sides. That's the only reason this review is four stars instead of five, because everything else was truly delightful. If you're passing through Brooklyn, Iowa, The Classic is absolutely worth a stop. The food is satisfying, the service is kind, and the cozy small-town charm makes it feel like a comforting pause in your day. I will definitely be back, and next time, I'm not leaving without my baked beans and a scoop of ice cream!

We stopped there to try breakfast! We saw that they offer the loose meat as a breakfast meat so we…read moretried it. It was reheated. It had that microwave taste that hamburger gets. We were very disappointed. We couldn't even finish the meat . The eggs and hashbrowns were good, as was the single pancake that I chose with my breakfast. I was surprised that you got one pancake whether you ordered the half or the whole. I would've expected two because I ordered the full order. The waitress was attentive. It has the same great set up: lots of schools around the Meat so. So if you go there for breakfast, do not get the maid rite meat..

Worth a visit to experience an Iowa tradition. Got the basic maid-rite ground beef sandwich. It was…read morefine, if I go back it will be with cheese. The service was efficient, place was clean. Pies looked good.

Very friendly staff that greet you, Quality food at very affordable prices, same delicious classic…read moreIowa loose meat sandwich they've been serving since the 30's. Quiet small family dinner setting.

Good food. Good service. Fun diner on a Saturday for lunch. We stopped there on our way through…read moreGrinnell. Guys had the loose meat sandwiches & said though tasty, not as good as Maid Rites. My tenderloin was good. Friend had small order of nachos & said they were fine. The loose meat is just like the sandwich meat. You add your own salsa. Fries were hot & crispy & onion rings were good as well. Good place for a quick lunch--reasonable prices.

Ordered from doordash and service was great from there. Order was incorrect when I received it.read more

Great lunch stop! If your looking for a great sandwich this is your place. Unfortunately no picture…read moreof my Jay's Cheddar Ruben because I ate every last bite! Yummy sandwiches and real ice cream which I also devoured before my review.

Sadly, mediocre at best. I would skip this place entirely. Tried coffee and food, both were poor…read morequality, not homemade....meh....nothing special. We ended up throwing both drink and the cookie we bought away as both of my kids said the cookie was "bad"...tasted like a box mix that was overcooked.

Love the community spirit and the cortado! I also recommend the dark roast and Monster cookies.read more

They have the best subs in the whole world they have old world style sandwiches that are monster…read moresize, reasonable price and you can get anything you want from soup to nuts so to speak. They're amazing and they're very friendly and accommodating. I love their sandwiches. They're amazing and you can eat for days on one! Yum! Yum! Yum!.

Stopped into this restaurant, since I heard it was a must try. They cut the meat and cheese fresh…read moreand gave me samples of meat to try. The sandwiches were huge! I couldn't eat my half. The ingredients are fresh and bread delicious. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Wish we had one in Des Moines.

Excellent food, relaxing environment, service oriented and friendly staff and hands on ownership…read more The bakery items are enjoyed by our family and friends. Definitely worth the drive to enjoy a good breakfast or lunch experience.

Gravy!!!!!! Oh my, the gravy over the pork was the best gravy I have ever had. They told us they…read moreget the sausage for the gravy from Golly Meat Locker nearby. The food was delicious. There were a steady flow of travelers stopping in for Coffee and Baked. I am sorry we have passed this shop so many times over the past two years. You will not be disappointed. Plenty of room inside, outside makes it look a little small but it is not. This is my new favorite breakfast joint in all of Iowa.

While on a cross-country road trip to eastern Iowa, had to stop at Ev's ice cream in Marshalltown,…read morea city tradition! They had five different flavors of soft-serve when we were there. Hubby (who grew up in M-town) got cheesecake, and I got raspberry, both in cones. Very delicious and a little heftier than Dairy Queen's soft-serve! Plus they now have an indoor attachment so that you don't have to stand out in the weather to order. Only downside is it is cash only. Definitely will come back if we are ever in the area again!

Super great place! Simple and cheap soft serve! Grew up in Marshalltown and love this place!read more