Sundown Bar and Grill

I stopped at this little gas station adjacent diner for a quick lunch. I didn't have high…read moreexpectations when I came through the door and found them to be in the midst of renovations but they had some booths on the side, I was hungry and the staff was friendly. The place has a Mom and Pop feeling and it feels like a family operation. My server (Christian?) was very nice. The menu had a surprising variety. I asked if they had a Club sandwich and got a cheerful, "We can do that.". I opted for the house made slaw - which was really good. The sandwich was, likewise, very good and I wish I had the time to try a piece of cake or pie. I started this as a 4 star review because of the initial impression of the truck stop diner under construction but I realized the food was a 4.7, service and value were 5.0. If you ever find yourself in Williamsburg, Iowa, give them a try.

Tried to dine in but stood in the entry for nearly 5 minutes before we left. I have worked in the…read morerestaurant industry, and I know they work very hard. While we waited, I watched the same 2 people walk by many times through the kitchen area and just look at us. All it would have taken is a " I will be right with you".

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Bryant's Chill and Grill

3.7(7 reviews)

2.0 mi

The food was incredible I don't like chicken wraps or cheeseburgers but there's were incredible and…read morethe chicken strips were so crispy loved it so much the service was a bit slower but they were slammed so I get that. The whole place looked awsome too I loved the ambiance.

These guys failed the most simple 5 minute rule. No greeting, nothing. Only scouls from the…read morewaitress. Never again. From the look of the place , it's just food off the back of the Martin's truck anyway, so no real loss, except for our time. So, we walked...

Ronneburg Restaurant

3.9(189 reviews)

11.8 mi

we celebrated Easter on the Saturday before Easter. There were 22 adults and two little ones…read more They were able to sit us at one big table. Food, service, and setting worked great for us.

We went at peak lunch time on a Sunday and got right in. Service was good. We were happy that we…read moredidn't wait to eat at the busier restaurant a couple of doors down because I think this place was better (I looked at the buffet at the other place and it just wasn't my thing). I had the schnitzel grilled sandwich. It had Swiss cheese and the best mustard ever. It was very warm and crispy on the outside. It was very good but I would say the schnitzel was a little plain tasting. If it had a little more seasoning, it would be incredible. The texture was perfect. My husband had the schnitzel platter for one. He gave me his coleslaw and I thoroughly enjoyed it. It tasted homemade in a very good way. He liked everything he got and agreed with me on the schnitzel needing more seasoning. His potatoes were surprisingly tasty. I'd go here again!

This is the Sauerbraten and Jager Schnitzel. Sauerkraut, green beans with ham, brown gravy.

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Ox Yoke Inn

3.4(220 reviews)

11.9 mi

Must visit this place!!! Where I live, there's not much…read moreGerman (nor is it authentic and good tasting) food. The Saurbraten was delicious and in and of itself deserving of the full five stars. There's plenty of parking in the back and side of the restaurant, as well as an accessible entrance. Walking in you're greeted with friendly staff, the extensive gift shop and yummy smells. We were quickly seated and it was obvious this was a local favorite (had been recommended to us by several hotel staff). Everything about our meal and experience here was great and if I'm ever within an hour of this place, it's worth a detour for another meal.

Best pickled beets my mom ever had. Our server was a young girl that was so sweet and great at her…read morejob. We didn't order much but it was a nice stop with lovely servers.

Steins and stag on the fireplace

Reuben

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Fireplace near our table

Bryant's Off 6

3.9(22 reviews)

18.1 mi

Always great food, big portions, good prices & friendly service!…read moreOne of the few places who aren't slamming customers with ridiculous high prices.

Disappointing food...sloooow service. Patty melt - 6/10, mini tacos - 0. $27 includes 1 soda.read more

Tenderloin

Reuben

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Chicken tenderloin sandwich

Sunrise Cafe

4.5(40 reviews)

46.6 mi

Always the same folks serving and preparing your food. Friendly , spotless and delicious. It's more…read moreFamily than crew. 5 Star!

After being out for a hike at one of the parks nearby, I needed to find a place to replenish my…read moreenergy and took to Yelp to find a diner or something similar to get the job done. Sunrise Cafe immediately piqued my interest, and it was all I hoped for. The sign on the wall when I walked in stated "if you leave here hungry, it's your own fault" and based on my experience that's 100% true. I ordered the meat lovers skillet and the skillet was absolutely overflowing with hash brown, egg, and meaty deliciousness! If I'm in the area again, I know where I'll stop.

Pork Tenderloin Sandwich and Fries

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Meat lovers skillet

Baxa's Sutliff Store & Tavern

3.9(28 reviews)

34.1 mi

Love this place! Somewhat divey bar on the banks of the Cedar River. It's been here forever and…read morethere's a reason. A nice little venue with a historic bridge out fron where you can walk across the river. There's a nice patio that they have music on. The menu is pure old time bar food. I love it!. We had the clans strips, chicken gizzards, and fries. Everything was delicious and the gizzards were tough like they normally are. They have a nice selection of canned beers and beverages. Nothing over the top, but nice. The staff is very friendly and helpful and the prices are very reasonable. A nice place for a drive and good food.

Stopped in here to take a look one afternoon while in the area. Very neat old bar with great…read moreambience and service. Tons of regulars and they all wanted to talk to us so very fun. Will definitely stop by if in the area again.

Ceiling at Baxas. All $1 bills.

Cheese Curds

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Pullman Bar & Diner

4.4(741 reviews)

24.5 mi

Great atmosphere, very kind staff, and amazing food! We were able to get seated right away on a…read morebusy Sunday. The macchiato was the best coffee I've ever had. The biscuits and gravy were delicious.

If I could give more than 5 stars, I would. We ended up at Pullman Bar & Diner three mornings in a…read morerow during our trip, and honestly, it became one of the highlights of our weekend. Every single thing we ordered felt fresh, thoughtful, and just really well done. My kids were obsessed with the chocolate chip pancakes (which says a lot), and my dad and I worked our way through a few different dishes. The biscuits and gravy were comforting and rich without being too heavy, and even the simple eggs were cooked perfectly. But the standout? The breakfast tacos. They were insane. The pork was seasoned perfectly, super flavorful without being overwhelming, and everything just worked together so well. Also, do not skip the fresh squeezed orange juice or the local sourdough with homemade preserves. You can taste the difference. It's one of those places where you can tell they really care about the ingredients. Service was warm and easy, and the vibe just makes you want to sit and stay a while. We'll 100% be back if we're ever in Iowa City again!

Table dining

The Mo burger

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Ramen happy hour!

The Cellar Peanut Pub

4.5(47 reviews)

50.1 mi

After dinner drink here to get the Pella vibe! Such a totally cool place. Service was excellent. We…read moresat out back after getting our drinks. It was picturesque and relaxing. They are known for their Mules and Bloody Mary's. My Bloody Mary (Original Classic) was another meal! And it was excellent. Definitely will return next time in Pella, IA!

Great bar spot in Pella! Let me tell you, they have an ABUNDANCE of peanuts here! It's great. They…read morehave a bunch of tvs with different sports games on. They also had board games and 2 arcade style game machines in the back! Their draft beer options are super expansive! I was here on a Tuesday and it was packed!! Only issue was because of this being a popular spot, the service was very slow so keep that in mind if you are in a rush to be somewhere after. Otherwise, I loved the vibe in here and there were a ton of 4 person high top tables you could seat yourself at that offered great views of the tvs. There were also a few larger tables for big groups, as well as ample bar seating.

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Pour Bastards Pub

4.8(4 reviews)

54.0 mi

A friendly dive bar. Cheap drinks and no attitude from staff or customers. Great music on the…read morejukebox. What's not to like ?

On the square in Newton...nice place for everyone. Friendly local place. Drink snacks beer rock…read moreand roll and country...630pm on a monday