Delicious cheese curds!!! I come to Murph's to load up on cheese curds whenever I'm in the area…read morevisiting my husband's family. I also love to get the peanut butter malt and the jalapeño mac & cheese bites. Yum

Kinda average and a little pricey, but a local alternative to franchises and chains nearby. It's a…read morejumpin' joint, so don't be surprised if you have a wait a bit. Once you order, you might be waiting a little longer than you do at a typical fast food joint because everything is cooked to order. There is a veggie burger, too, if that is your desire. The menu is a bit sparse but covers most of the bases with burgers, hot dogs and a hand-breaded tenderloin. There is also barbecue pulled pork, chicken strips, and chicken sandwiches. There's also an array of grilled cheese with variations. Variations? Can you improve upon the basic grilled cheese sammich? Sure! Add bacon and tomato. Bacon? Sure! Everything is better with bacon! That's what I ordered, it was ooey-gooey as a grilled cheese should be, and the bacon and tomato just added to the experience! Deserts? Of course! Choose from sundaes or, as in my case, a milkshake or malt. I opted for a raspberry malt, which was thick and tasty, but thin enough to pull through a straw. (Unlike a certain fast-food joint where you can hold a malt upside down and it won't budge. Don't try that at Murph's!) I don't get this way very often, but next time I'm in the twin cities of Tama and Toledo, I'll be stopping back here.

When I'm on the road (driving), I'm a convenience eater. I prefer to pick up something to go fast,…read moreget back in the car and make time. And so it was a couple days ago, driving from Cedar Rapids to Ames. And at this Toledo exit, it was pretty much Subway or Hardy's. I ordered my usual: 6" Tuna on Wheat, Toasted, with Cheese, Tomato, and Pickles. The nice guy at the counter must have thought I said Turkey, because that's what I discovered on my first bite and already down US 30 by a couple of miles. Oh well and tasty enough.

Small town, everyone knows everyone. Busy little subway…read moreattached to the gas station. We caught the lunch rush. They did a great job getting everyone through as fast as they could. Fresh like the subways everywhere.

This Culver's location restored our family's confidence in good food from Culver's! We have visited…read moreevery Culver's in Omaha, NE and all have let us down. We go to this one in Newton whenever we're traveling east. They never fail to deliver our food hot and exactly how we ordered!

Traveling cross country and overnighted at campground. Cheap camping overnight. Burgers and ice…read morecream were great.

The food is good I got a crunch wrap supreme and it came out fairly fast it was pretty good. The…read moreemployees are always helpful and nice its never loud in there. The inside its self is fairly clean and the bathroom floors are not sticky the tables and other surfaces are clean. Its again really good food and they almost never get your order wrong.

The service was good, we ordered 3 bean burritos and one thing of nachos and the food was good!…read more1/3 of the bean burritos had onions in it- though we ordered them all without unions. But that's it! We went through the drive through, and got our food rather quickly!

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!

Good! I don't like chicken fingers in general, but I love canes chicken fingers and omg that sauce…read more Quick service. Friendly staff. Solid experience.

Amazing service, friendly and fun staff, the cleanest fast food establishment I've ever seen…read more The food is always top quality because of the limited menu, and you can even substitute the sides out for different sides! Fresh lemonade hand squeezed each morning as well :)

Is this absolutely MY best (aka favorite) burger...? Is it the best burger I've personally had in…read moreIowa...? Probably not. BUT it is the best burger I've ever had out of a gas station in Iowa...! Actually... I'm not exactly sure which way this place actually goes... Is this a gas station that sells food... Or a restaurant that sells gas? Potato...potatoe! Lol And it IS a very good burger overall too...! But not only do they serve burgers... They have other menu selections... Mostly all deep fried and grill options... And ice cream! I've seen signs for Iowa's Best Burger Cafe for years while running back and forth on I-80 from the Des Moines metro... Kellogg is about halfway between Newton and Grinnell. We've never stopped here until this past weekend when we were on our way home from the What Cheer IA flea market... Iowa's Best Burger Cafe is just off the highway... The first thing I noticed as the GPS said our route was about to end... It looked like it ended at an Amoco gas station... Huh? And then I noticed the signage for the Iowa's Best Burger Cafe on the building... Oh... So we're here...? Not exactly what I expected..., but I eat at food trucks too so it wasn't going to stop me. I did glance at my girlfriend to see if I could tell whether she was feeling it or not... I think she was just really hungry at that point and didn't really care. Lol There's ample parking. As you enter the building it kind of looks like a standard gas station convenience store...until you turn and look to your Right. Red plastic booth seating. There are two counters and a case that sit adjacent to one another. The counter you order at also displays the ice cream. There's a case displaying some ready to eat options. The register is on a shorter counter closest to the entrance. It's an open kitchen. There is also another small room of seating further to the left as you face the counters. The tables are kind of faux marble. Napkins, salt, pepper, ketchup, and mustard are available in each booth. We were greeted as we walked and I let them know it was our first time there and we didn't know the drill. They let us know you order standing there at the counter. Take a seat. They bring the food out to you when it's ready. You pay at the register when you are done. Cash or card...and there is an ATM on site. They bus your table. There are a couple of menu placards on the counter where you place your order... The 16 flavors of ice cream selection are plainly labeled. The two ladies behind the counter were very helpful and were both personable! We ordered: 2x half pound burger combos (one with cheese, bacon, onions and pickles and one with cheese, onions, pickles, mayo, and lettuce) 1x upgraded side to garlic mushrooms 1x upgraded side to onion rings 2x fountain drinks (Coke products...comes with combo) 1x mozarella sticks 1x two scoop bowl of ice cream 1x single cone of ice cream The wait for food wasn't long. Everything was served hot and fresh! They'd asked us if we wanted ranch... My girlfriend always wants ranch! Not only did they bring us ranch... They brought us a HUGE squeeze bottle of ranch! This is how every restaurant should bring you ranch! While we dined in (as did a couple of other customers) most of the business appeared to be take out. One pro tip... The standard half pound burger comes with two patties. I heard a customer ask a guy, at the booth next to her, how many patties he had on his burger... Huh? He had four patties on his burger... A full pounder! So there has to be a way to add an additonal patty (or patties) too... If you want a bigger burger... Ask...! The bathrooms...not horrible. The food was all great. Good service. No complaints. I wouldn't hesitate to stop in here again! And I know what to expect next time...!

Super cute pit stop when passing through. Highly recommend. Friendly staff, good food and hefty…read moresnack selections!

Stopped here on the way home from my youngest daughter's…read morebasketball tournament. This Chick fil A has menus and you are served by a server--very different from our quick service restaurant back home. It was quick, efficient, and seamless. I honestly have never had a bad experience at any Chick fil A, ever!

BEST SERVICE EVERRRR they were so kind and checked on us twice in five minutes to see if we needed…read morerefills

Stopped by here on the way to Cedar Rapids. Hadn't been to a Maid Rite in over a decade as most of…read morethem have closed near the twin cities. We stopped by for a late lunch and there weren't a lot of people. Easy parking and not too far off the highway. Very friendly staff and courteous. Clean establishment with a little of that diner charm. We ordered a few things, maid rite (of course), kids rite, fries, nuggets. Prices were in line with fast food chains (everything has gone up in price). The food was as I remember it. The fries were crisp and hot. The sandwich was just like I remember. Brought back memories. Might have been a little drier than what I remember but it's been a long time. I would skip the cheese curds. Definitely worth the nostalgia and decent food at a reasonable price. I always look out for one on our road trips and it doesn't disappoint.

Food was ok last time I was there they did mess order up but they were busy as well can't complain…read moreto much price could be adjusted some thought was bit expensive for what it is