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The Flying Elbow

4.7 (56 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Updated 3 months ago

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Gene H.

When we stopped by last week I didn't know until just before our order was served that there was a "Facebook Special" of sorts available called The King of the Ring Burger which features Korean BBQ and slaw...now the burgers we had were great but I knew I'd have to come back soon and try this one! Our server said that they could probably make one on our next visit if we asked for one. So...upon heading up to the counter to order I was very apprehensive about the chances. I ordered the Mrs All American Burger with bacon on Texas Toast and onion rings before asking the question if it was possible to get The King of the Ring as our server had suggested....the gal turned to look at the cook and asked if it would be possible to order a King of the Ring...one quick glance around his station to verify what he had he gave me the "thumbs up" sign and inside I was yelling "YES!!!!!". The burger did not disappoint as the Korean BBQ sauce and the coleslaw combination was as good as the match between the Macho Man and the Ultimate Warrior that was playing on the big screen from a years gone by Summer Slam.... They need to put this one on the permanent menu if you ask me...it's definitely a contender for the title!

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Sonia M.

Great service, great food, great atmosphere. I ordered the chili dog and sweet corn and my son ordered the crispy chicken wrap and fries. Everything was so good we did in and forgot to take pictures. I liked the root beer on tap and french fries the best. I'm pretty sure they are known more for their burgers and barbecue, but we weren't up for that today since we had burgers the day before. I'm pretty sure they're delicious since my mom and dad frequent this place. And it's a local hit. If you ever stop in Marshalltown, Iowa, make sure you eat here.

Rachel R.

Really good find in Marshalltown, IA! The food was delicious and really friendly service. The burger was a true smash burger, flavorful and crispy. I loved the Vader Tots - cheesy and delicious. It was really busy for a Friday afternoon, so be prepared to fight for a table!

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Angie M.

The menu is a little overwhelming, but in a good way! Lots of unique combinations. I had the nature boy and the flavors were a lot!!! With each bite I liked it more and more. My husband had the vegan hot dog with vegan chili on top. He said it was delicious with all the toppings. I wasn't a big fan of the Vader tots but I dint like cheesy potatoes that much. The atmosphere is small but fun with wrestling decor.

Brian O.

We walked in and this place is amazing! The wrestling decor was perfect, the inside was super clean and the atmosphere was fun. We were seated and walked up to order and Liz helped us and she knew the menu and made great recommendations. We got the Jabroni for a burger this is cheddar cheese, pineapple sweet corn relish, Cheddar Ruffles, sweet corn mayo, The People's BBQ sauce & green onion. We skipped the green onion. Well seasoned burger with amazing flavors. Bun held up nicely with all those ingredients. Now we love hot dogs and any item on the menu can be made into a burger or hotdog. For hotdogs we got the The Nature Boy which is Asian peanut sauce, pickled red cabbage, sweet chili Doritos, banana peppers! Omg this is one of my top two hotdogs ever. We also got the Punk, which is neon green relish, pickle spear, sport peppers, red onion, diced roma tomato, mustard & celery salt. This is basically a Chicago dog done perfectly which is my favorite hotdog! As a side we got the Mr. Mac'Man which Mac n' cheese, and flaming hot Cheetos on top of fries. Our guest got the Brisco which was voted the 2024 customer favorite. From start to finish The Flying Elbow is a solid 5. Thank you Liz for chatting with us and your recommendations. My wife and I do food road trips across the country and the world. This place is one of our favorites.

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Brian S.

If you like the UFC and a UFC atmosphere... then this is the place. Not only is the Ambiance awesome with UFC gear but the food is amazing. I ordered the burger sandwich and Vader tots... absolutely amazing. Buddy ordered the hot dog and that also was amazing. Highly recommend due to great food, service and ambiance is great.

Tony H.

I have been following this place on fb and have been wanting to try for quite some time- because I used to love professional wrestling and became the food and atmosphere looked awesome! I am never in the Marshalltown area but my daughter had a bball tournament and it just happened to end at 11am I noticed outside there's a cool patio that overlooks a creek. When you go inside, you order at the counter. There's a cool bar area with a good craft beer selection that you can send your tab to and pay there after ordering. I noticed a couple weeks ago there was a burger that caught my eye and the post read "*NEW* SPECIAL: KING OF THE RING BURGER / Havarti Cheese, Bacon, Coleslaw, Onion Rings & Korean BBQ. Available as single patty or double. Specials are while supplies last!" I knew I had to get this so of course I ordered the double, my daughter got the regular cheeseburger and we split these fried hash brown tot things with smoked ketchup. The king of the ring burger - I've never had a better burger. My daughter lover her burger and the fried hash brown things were good but I would recommend a different side. This place is on of my new faves and we will drive out of our way to come back!

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Mary P.

Finally made it here! Wow! What great burgers! We felt fortunate to get in at lunchtime & find a table. It's a small place. We started with cheese balls. They're good. Two of us had George the Animal. Mmmmmm...The burgers are fried crispy on the edge but juicy! They are pretty big! Friend's Jerry the King was tasty, too! All a bit messy, so grab napkins! I had street corn salad as a side & it was great. Friend's coleslaw was too creamy. Can't wait to go back & take the spouses!!

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3 years ago

This place is fun, great beer selection, tasty creative menu, friendly staff. Cool theme

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3 years ago

Great food always! It's worth the drive to try something new! We tried it on whim because they were voted best burger and it was spot on!

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2 years ago

Burgers are AWESOME! I had the filled tots...so good! Had great drinks on the patio! Just such a great place to chill!

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2 years ago

The food was fantastic! I'm bringing people from out of town with me and recommending this spot to my friends.

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4 years ago

Great, and unique, burgers and hotdogs. One of my new favorite places in Marshalltown

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3 years ago

Slowest place I have eaten at in marshalltown. Waited over 30 minutes for 1 burger. Culture was fine.

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