My honey and I were passing thru town today and feel like we found a hidden gem. The host/waiter…read moregreeted us and explained how sides came with most dishes and even directed us to some of the most popular dishes. We took his advice and we were not disappointed. I had the fried plantains as a side and loved that they were not too oily as some places tend to cook them. Little things like a clean bathroom and a welcoming table, set with the menu as we arrived, added to us feeling welcomed. Our host spoke english and also spanish with many of the other customers. He checked in with us as we ate way too much....but everything was so good. And for us tea drinkers, the tea had a good flavor and not that cheap chemical flavor some places use for iced tea. On the drive home my honey said he needs to think of something else for us to do in that area, so we can plan on eating there again.

After hearing good things we decided to try it out one Sat afternoon. The person who greeted us was…read morevery friendly and very helpful. We wanted to try a good variety and he was helpful not only in making choices but also getting us the best deal. We tried the classic Cubano, the Palomilla steak with assorted sides. The sandwich came with homemade chips (fries). We added fried plantains, black beans and rice and Moro rice. Everything was flavorful and very well seasoned. Even my picky eater boyfriend gave it a solid 7. I think it would have easily gotten an 8 or 9 had we eaten it fresh from the kitchen instead of waiting till we got home. I was told the liquor license is about 10 days away and we look forward to going back to enjoy some authentic Cuban cocktails. We will for sure be back. The pizza looked delicious as well so that is on the list. I've included a card with a QR code so you can view the full menu!!

Wow what a find! Went for lunch on a Tuesday to find this gem! Hot honey brussel sprouts as a…read morestarter which tantalize you with a sweet heat and feta cheese bits to cool the palate. Followed by one of the most amazing hot Reuben sandwiches with spicy pickles and homemade aeoli and a side of real fries Hubby had hand battered fish and chips which was cooked to perfection. Add to all of these wonderful gems was a great waitress with a pot of fresh coffee on an always refreshed cup... Folks this was a wonderful gem not far from I-35 and worth the extra mile or two... Osceola's Gem!!

Another drive outta DSM, this time to Osceola's The Iron Horse Neighborhood Grill and I had thee…read moreBEST onion rings! I'm so glad we thought to order them AFTER our meals came, or I would've eaten the humongous pile as my meal. Delicious! Chicken Wings: they have "the good ranch" and the wings were really good. Dirty Bird: turkey and bacon sandwich, side of coleslaw. All was good. Personally, this sandwich would be awesome with stuffing on it, like a thanksgiving leftovers sammy! It felt slightly...lacking something, but my aunt liked it so that's all that matters. Rueben (forgot pic until half was gone): very good! Perfectly toasted marble rye, french fries piping hot and delicious. Once the fries and Rueben were delivered, that's when we realized we forgot to order the onion rings and ordered those as well. Sirloin & Baked Potato (forgot pic until halfway through my baked potato ): delicious! However, I'm a total sucker for baked potatoes, lots of butter and sour cream. Also, I was so enthralled with the onion rings, I really didn't touch the steak beyond tasting one bite. I did bring it home for my lunch today! So again...let's talk about these amazing onion rings! I love large, hand-battered onion rings, not a huge fan of shoestrings. These hit every mark in my book, and were 100% worth the 45min drive! ‍‍Service was excellent, highly recommend! Sometimes it's just nice to go for a little drive, which we appear to be doing more of lately! All for $75, plus $25 tip was an awesome meal for $100. Very affordable and top quality.

Cute coffee shop in the main square with really good coffee! Great ambiance and specialty lattes…read more Very nice owner and family too!

This place is FANTASTIC! Friendly, great decor and atmosphere, and the food and coffee blew us…read moreaway! They even have the most delicious gluten free muffins we've ever had! Do yourself a favor and stop in for coffee and breakfast and friendly conversation at Mayberry's in Osceola! We will definitely be back on our next road trip!

Best breakfast in Iowa! We love it. Always ol'school large portions. Chick'n fried steak skillet is…read moremy Favorite. The french toast is large and fluffy like what you would find at a fancy restaurant! We come everytime we are in town. Busy but well worth the wait. Great prices as well! Wonderful service. They also have a nice breakfast buffet! Give it a try! Num num!

Waitress were rude and didn't want to deal with Hispanics. The only nice person and had a smile was…read moreNicolas. The other waitresses would make faces but would not say a thing.

My wife and I booked a get-away at Longview Farms B&B as we were looking for some relaxation. What…read morewe received was opulent, luxurious peace that made us long for nothing. When we arrived Donna met us at the car and showed us to our suite. We had the "Room with a View." From the moment we climbed the stairs we were enraptured by the charming attention to detail that made each moment heavenly. From the selection and placement of the books, the choice in classic looking Christmas tree, the bedding, even the window treatments...it all lent to a wonderful sense of tranquility that harkens to a more simple time yet with all of the modern conveniences. There was a pot of piping hot tea waiting for us. What would you expect from a place that also houses a fabulous tearoom? We had arranged for a harvest dinner as well and were told it would be served in our suite at the time of our choosing that evening. Looking out the windows we were taken by the rolling hills of Longview Farms, the field of lavender, the cows in the distance and the "secret garden" that itself appeared to have complete equanimity. We enjoyed our tea near the fireplace and lazily thumbed through cookbooks and tea books on a perfectly placed sofa in quiet repose. Donna and Spenser appeared at the appointed time with our wonderful harvest dinner. It was a spectacle for the senses, bringing exultation to the eyes, nose and mouth. The repast was a mélange of colors, textures and flavors. We also had more amazing tea, of course. After dinner we enjoyed more time by the fire and there was no desire to use the available TV or cell phones. We just wanted to melt into the atmosphere. When our eyes could hold up no more, we moved to the bed, which we hadn't more than seen to that point. The choice of linen and pillows was far better than any hotel. The next morning we were greeted by another sensory feast for breakfast. On checking out we toured the lovely tea room, where they even have charter buses bringing in people on occasion. We'll definitely be back for more tea in the formal setting. Donna and her family were a wonder, everything was so serene and we haven't felt so rested and relaxed. We only wished we didn't have to return to our regular lives.

Amazing place! We held my mothers 80th birthday tea here. Donna was incredibly accommodating!…read more She developed a menu for us and personalized it for each table. The food was wonderful, and all made "in house". I've had high tea in London, and she did a great job replicating it here at this quaint place. Highly recommend for a special occasion...it's worth the drive!

Absolutely delicious. This was my second visit. Both times I got a Twister in a small. Neither time…read morecould I finish the whole thing but gave it a good try. The quality of the ice cream and the toppings is great. The staff are friendly and patient as you try to choose from all the varieties. The cute patio is perfect for a summer evening. I can't wait to go and try more.

Sometimes I struggle with my reviews between giving a place a 4 or a 5 star rating but that is not…read morethe case here. This place is AWESOME! The quality ingredients and amazing flavor combinations will keep us coming back again and again. I wouldn't change a thing about this place.

Came in to Arby's to try the limited Philly cheesesteaks while they still got it and it was…read moreactually good and well prepared fresh. The employees here were very nice and hard working. The inside dinning area was clean from the tables to the floor. Overall this spot is pretty decent for something quick while you're over the road and hungry.

This is a small Arby's attached to a gas station. Our order was made correctly and was warm. No…read morecomplaints.

Osceola, Iowa has something to brag about with their Pizza Hut!! I stop at least once a month for…read moremy Supremo Sandwich and the kids have to have a pepperoni pizza when we are in town.

I don't understand the low stars on this one but here's my take…read more This pizza ranch is pretty good, every time I ordered online and got there to pick my food up, it was ready to go, hot and fresh, the service was pretty good, and the inside of the building was always cleaned and looked comfortable to have lunch in. I ordered from here a lot of times and it always went smoothly for me, and my food was always on time and fresh so definitely a 5 star for me. ‍