A very small shop but big flavors live here. Seating is very limited indoor seating for 7 in warmer…read moreweather they have outdoor seating. It was a very busy Saturday and the service was a little slow and frazzled but they pulled it together. When the food came it was beautiful unfortunately my mini doughnuts were cold but my wife's empanade was piping hot and delicious. All in all a good experience.

The donuts are melt in your mouth. I do wish they were a tad bigger and there was another location…read moreon the west end for convenience.

The beef and chicken empanadas are absolutely delicious! They were fresh, flavorful, and generously…read morefilled. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion size. I bought them at the Downtown Iowa City Farmers Market on a Saturday morning, and they were one of the highlights of my visit. I highly recommend stopping by and giving them a try! Thank you!

This was a great, little stop right off of I-80 to pick up some tasty, handheld food that's…read morehandmade, and infinitely better than most other similar options. We got a six-pack of four different empanada types (beef, pork, chicken, and breakfast), and ate them on the road.

Very disappointing experience. The rice and beans basic staples of Mexican food were poorly made…read moreand lacked flavor. The tacos were soggy, not crispy, and clearly not properly prepared. What made it worse was being told the food is "made for gringos." As someone Mexican, that felt like a poor representation of my own culture.Authenticity shouldn't be optional it should be the standard. The only reason I order that, is because is hard to messed up a hard Shell Taco. Thanks

I only visited this place once so my review may change. We came out for a birthday dinner for a…read morefriend. We were not too hungry so we split a couple meals. The food was good but I doubt I would pass up the plethora of other Mexican places to come here. I did enjoy the salsa and chips and I have tried many! We came at 7:00 pm on a week night and there was not many patrons at this time.We are not sure if that could be why the service was good. He was polite and helpful when asked. The place reminded me of a cafeteria with the open floor plan and lots of windows on 3 sides. So, this place looks good for groups. There were some decorations but nothing too much. I will probably go back to try a few more different dishes but mainly because our friends like to come to this place.

Great Service Great Food…read moreGreetings, great big smile Great attitude Very clean friendly people

Good tacos , I stop here every time I have the opportunity . Nothing fancy just good food at a good…read moreprice

One of my favorite Spanish restaurants in Iowa and I will tell you why; interior lighting and…read morearchitecture, drinks and portion sizes, this is it folks! Love it! Feels like I am somewhere else walking in here in the dead of winter or after a long shift. Great location for any occasion! Lovely interior. Puts me at ease as soon as I walk in. Amazing customer service! They have everything from American Mexican to authentic Mexican food. Love it! You won't be able to get enough! They even have their own signature cups!

Not the fanciest Mexican joint around but the seafood is good, especially the whole fish! Service…read morewas quick and the vibe was that of nearly every other Mexican restaurant in the area. I liked it better than most.

We've heard a lot about Hearth and it did not disappoint. Smoked cod branade was excellent and…read morehappy hour flatbread pizza was delicious. Beer specials were solid and the happy hour prices got us a lot of different small items for a good price. Really cozy spot with the brick walls and brick oven going. The ambiance was very nice and service was excellent. Wine is always half price which was nice as well! - Definitely a place to check out

We had a good experience and tried a three course special with free wine pairings with each course…read morefor $30 something. Love the flatbread pizzas!!

Delicious! I asked if they did vegetarian, and they made me an incredible burrito. The beans are…read morealso really good! Will definitely come here again the next time I'm in town.

From the owner: Lunch’s special 10:00 am to 2:00pmread more

Awesome homemade food spot! Bakery & coffee was awesome !…read more Definitely recommend trying out this place . Weekends are crazy though!

After visiting Galena many times, we finally made our way to the Galena Bakehouse and we FELL IN…read moreLOVE! We stopped by the first night to pickup some coffee, a chocolate chip cookie treat, and a box of macrons to go. The shop is absolutely adorable from entrance to exit! Even before entering we loved the adorable building with perfect blue paint with white trim on the red brick. The building is well maintained and clean. While it is small, they keep the space streamlined and open. The baked good window, the sweet treats fridge, and coffee/tea areas are all distinct with their own personalities and delicious displays. On top of the clean and inviting space, prices were reasonable for such high quality products and staff were friendly and inviting. The line can sometimes be long, but it is worth the wait. Lots to love here! Back to the food, the chocolate chip cookie didn't make it far. We ate it right outside and loved every decadent bite. The cold brew was refreshing and tasty. We ate the macrons throughout the day and loved every bite! My favorites were the lemon and pistachio. My husband's favorites were the vanilla and birthday cake. The flavors were very prominent and delicious. Yum! Our final day, we wanted to try the breakfast! While I got ready at the Airbnb, my husband went to get the 2 Empanada Meal that comes with a fruit cup. We also got cold brew coffee and a Chipa. Everything was so scrumptious and fresh! The fruit cup was a perfect healthy pair to the baked goods. The empanadas were both great. We tried the "Egg, Sausage, & Cheddar" and "Egg White, Tomato, Basil, Spinach & Parmesan" empanadas. Both were great and we couldn't pick a favorite. We were glad we got both. The chipa was also so good...unlike anything we've had before. Per their website, it is a "Savory Cheese Biscuit made with tapioca flour, Cheddar cheese, & Parmesan cheese. Gluten Free." If you have never tried a Chipa, we would recommend it! And once again, the cold brew was perfect! Galena Bakehouse has won our hearts and tummies! We look forward to stopping by the next time we are in town!

(5 star ) We had…read morecaramel macchiato coffee and pastries at Bread Garden Market, and everything was delicious! The service was great, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. It's also a wonderful place to shop for groceries, with a great variety of fresh breads, pastries, meals, and other food options. There's something for everyone! Great food, great service, and a great place to eat and shop and very clean inside the store. We'll definitely be back! always!

In every city I go to I find a diamond in the ruff. My hotel was near the Bread Garden Market &…read moreBakery and I decided to check it out. My personal feeling is this place is awesome! In my travels I haven't found many places where you can get a double bacon burger, brisket fries and a cold beer for around $20. The burger with brisket fries was awesome and the Pilsner was a great combination to wash it down. Service was awesome and the patio offers a great view. Overall this is a great spot!!!! I not only recommend this place but personally can't wait to come back!!!

Amazing food! The pork belly was the best I've ever had (including the carmelized onions) and my…read morewife raved about the guava sauce. The mufungu was also excellent, and the service was excellent, including the conversations with the owner. Fantastic!

Here's the problem: there are lots of great locally owned restaurants in Muscatine…read more But here's the thing: there's only one Puerto Rican restaurant in Iowa, and this is it. Jibaro impresses. Authentic PR food presented by personable and professional staff. Pro tip: get two kinds of plantains, a rum drink.