First and foremost the food is excellent! There is plenty of food you will not leave hungry! We had…read morethe crab pots you got 3 huge, meaty, juicy and delicious claws, with potato, corn and sausage. The garlic butter was so good to dip everything in & if you like spicy like a few with us they said it was so flavorful. The service was outstanding and the owners were so nice! You definitely need to check this place out, even if a little out of your way. We live in Illinois and will be returning!

We enjoyed our first meal at Shakin' Shellfish, a new restaurant in Ottumwa tonight. We had to try…read morethe shrimp boil, crawfish boil and crab boil. My favorite was the crab boil with Epic Eateries Garlic Butter seasoning. We had the shrimp and crawfish flavored in the Kickin' Cajun Garlic Butter. We will definitely be back! The owner even gave us a sample of the Spicy Ranch Hard Pretzels and the Hotter Than Hellfire Pretzels. We had to get a bag to take home! Be sure and make plans to try their Friday night special. It changes monthly. June is 2x shrimp tacos with pico de gallo and a side of pineapple for $10! I can't wait to try them!

Went here for a brunch after an Iowa women's basketball game, was quite busy but great food. Great…read moreservice, amazing and super friendly staff. I want to come back and try the brioche french toast sticks as well as the belgian waffle with espresso whipped cream, they sound delicious and I was super impressed with the avocado toast! It was such a cute interior, very modern and nice breakfast spot, will be coming back with my boyfriend for sure.

My college daughter said this is the upscale place for special occasions. The 3 of us went for…read moredinner the Friday night before a Saturday football game. Looks quiet on the outside. Oh boy, it's an energetic place on the inside. Yet, it's rather dark. I think they know how to cater to both college kids and their parents. The inside exudes upscale. Feels turn of the century (as in 1900) . We had a semi-circle table on the main floor. I heard downstairs is a different world. We ordered drinks first. One drink took a long time and so they comped us. That was nice. One daughter ordered a steak. It was a good size. I ordered fish. Really good. The atmosphere just put all 3 of us in a great mood. The prices are higher than average in Iowa City. Still less than in Chicago. It's a great place to dress up and have a nice dinner.

Driving through Iowa and found this gem. Excellent…read morechips/salsa. I had the Chicken Enchiladas and was not disappointed. Very fast service and the food was great.

I've eaten here twice in a week! That should say something about how well I like it. Once lunch…read morewith my husband and the lunch with a friend. The seafood (fish & shrimp) tacos on flour shells were awesome! I really liked them. My husband had the Chimichanga lunch and he thought it was very good. Second visit I had the Lunch #1. The chili relleno was very good, the taco was pretty blah. My friend had the Toledo Burrito and really liked it. Our server was nice but a little occupied with his phone on our second visit. The free chips and salsa were excellent each visit.

Incredible meal at Orchard Green!…read more While the upstairs dining area was booked for the evening, we were able to walk in and have an incredible meal in the lounge portion of the restaurant. A round of mocktails, crab cakes, and my delicious filet mignon was unbeatable. The steak was cooked perfectly and the garlic topping was the perfect touch. For desert, we shared a cheesecake and peanut butter mousse. The cheesecake was great, but the peanut butter mousse... quite literally one of the best desserts of my life! The balance of peanut butter and rich chocolate was perfect. Service was friendly and helpful, and the lounge was relaxed and comfortable. Would highly recommend Orchard Green for a nice dinner in the area!

Excellent meal - whitefish -and great service. Beautiful spot. Will go again and again when we're…read morein IC.

Ruthie's definitely lived up to the hype! We've had this place recommended to us for years, so to…read morecelebrate a big milestone, my fiancé took me here. We were able to snag a last-minute reservation on OpenTable, and the entire experience was wonderful. Our waitress was incredibly attentive--our water glasses were refilled frequently, and even when the restaurant got busy, she made sure to check on us. We were seated in a cozy, intimate circular booth on the side, which made the evening feel even more special. What I'd Order Again: Alaskan King Crab Legs - Pro tip: Order these as a side to another dish instead of as an entrée--it's much cheaper that way! The crab was incredibly fresh, thanks to their flash-freezing process, and it really hit the spot. Lobster Bisque - HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! I added this last-minute when our waitress mentioned that people travel just to try it, and it did not disappoint. The freshly cracked pepper, along with the truffle accents, made this so flavorful and rich. Cocktails - The drinks were fantastic! I had the Tweed Jacket cocktail and really enjoyed it. What made it even cooler was that our waitress actually created a cocktail that got added to the menu when she started working there--so cool! Scallops - Perfectly cooked with a stunning presentation. While I've had better on the coasts, I was impressed given that we're in Iowa. Desserts (HIGHLY recommend the homemade coffee ice cream & tiramisu!) - The tiramisu was amazing, and I could tell it was homemade because I nearly choked on the cocoa powder (the ultimate test!). But the real star? The homemade coffee ice cream--absolutely phenomenal. What I Wouldn't Order Again: Jumbo Crab Cake - It was good, but it had that slightly "old crab" taste and reminded me more of snow crab than the rich, sweet crab flavor I was hoping for. Given that I'm from Seattle, my seafood standards are high, so this didn't quite meet expectations. Brussels Sprouts - Great flavor, but I prefer mine extra crispy, and these weren't quite there. 10 oz Filet Mignon - It was cooked to the right temperature, but it wasn't as juicy as other steaks I've had in Iowa. Good, but not particularly memorable. Other Notes: Shareable Side Dishes - One thing I really liked was that their side dishes are all shareable, so they feel more like appetizers than traditional sides. It makes it easy to try a variety, and I definitely want to explore more of them when I come back! Location & Accessibility - Even though Ruthie's is inside a casino, it's tucked on the side, so you don't have to deal with the cigarette smell. Parking is plentiful, though depending on where you park, it might be a bit of a walk. Bathrooms - The restrooms are located outside the restaurant on the right--not too far of a walk. Final Thoughts: Ruthie's is a true gem, and I can see why it's so highly recommended. The service was outstanding, the food was top-tier, and the small details--from our cozy booth to our waitress's personal touch on the cocktail menu--made the night extra special. It's the kind of place that turns a meal into a memory, and I can't wait to come back.

The 5 stars explains it all!!! Such a laid back atmosphere but yet still formal environment makes…read morethis a "go-to" place. A little out of the way most times but glad way went the extra mile tonight. I recommend this place 100%!!! The filet lollipops, for an appetizer, were amazing!!! Then came our entrees. All of us got steak and NO ONE was disappointed!!! All done to protection, the way a great steakhouse is supposed to operate. Our server was above and beyond helpful in making our decisions easy and would take his advise time and time again when ordering. Filet was perfect and the Gouda cheese potatoes as a side were to die for!! Definitely go here!!!

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 and excellent food! Great fresh made bar food staples, excellent tenderloins and…read moredelicious daily specials. Great service, and friendly staff too!

I absolutely love this place. They have amazing food with great service. If your looking for one…read moreof the best tenderloins in Southern Iowa this is the place to go. If your looking for a great environment to have a few drinks and maybe shoot some pool at night this is your spot.

They've been so great about our orders and their fish crab and other seafood is amazing. Great…read moreprices

We have enjoyed Fabian's wonderful seafood for many years! Everything is fresh and ice cold. All…read morethe representatives from Fabian's are so friendly and helpful. Many thanks FABIAN'S Mike and Phyllis Iowa City, Iowa 52240

Such great food and a welcoming atmosphere. Run by a friendly family that made helpful menu…read morerecommendations. :)

ahhhh prime time 11:45 am…read moreback for the good food after close to 2 years. moo goo gai pan to go as the full supper portion ordered at the counter, super fast on the wok action! i did not see they had switched rice containers to the ultra small portion of rice. price was ok 11.72 out the door. i wish they had the rice boxes on display for the size. black bottom tray with clear top it was still hot when i arrived home after the 1/2 and hour drive! wow! flavor was spot on, plenty of veg and garlic just the way i like it! i need to remember to order the LARGE rice. and take a pix of the food. lol too hungry to take the pix!

Oh how I was surprised with this spot! I was in Ottumwa for work and decided to give this place a…read moreshot for dinner since I was staying at the hotel next to it. I'm happy I did! The food was great! The service was great, even though the restaurant was busy and they had one server just running around but she did great. Its a cool little place I will be back!

I ordered the Rainbow Roll with a side of Fried Rice. I really enjoyed it. Service was fast and she…read morewas friendly, the food fresh, and the restaurant looked nice and clean.