Apparently this is a coffee bar in the day and a martini bar at night, I have not been here during…read morethe day. My friends and I came in for a drink to end our evening and found this place to be a little quirky but very homey. We sat in the area with the couch, loveseat and chairs. There is other seating available with high stools and tables. We had three people check in us during our visit so we were well cared for. We didn't order food as we had already eaten. It's drink menu has about 50 martinis listed. This place has a laidback feel to it, very enjoyable. The martinis come out just slow enough to notice but not overly slow. Enjoyed our experience, we will return.

Fantastic food, drinks, and service! Incredible experience…read more Would highly recommend the blueberry lemon or scotheroo martinis, you will not be disappointed.

We had Super Ram Salad mixed kale and red leaflettuce…read more tri-colored quinoa. avocado. roasted sweet potato. apples. candied pepitas. cashew cheese. (Vegan by leaving off the candied pepitas) Falafel Burger Spiced chickpea patty, roasted red pepper sauce, pickled apple relish. vegan gluten free bun. (V/GF) with Sweet Potato Fries Pecan Dream pretzel crust. cashew custard. caramel pecan crumble. dark chocolate. (Vegan/GF/contains nuts) Normally, I would not focus on a desert, but this Vegan dessert is something I would come here just to get it. This place prides itself on having menu items which change with the seasons. This desert merits being an exception to that rule and hopefully will become perennial. Despite being a Vegan and Gluten-free desert, it is one of their most popular. I hope it's there the next time we travel through this area. The other Vegan items were good but this is truly great!

first time here. It's embarrassing I miss this place. The ambience was outstanding. More…read moreimportantly you could have a conversation in the area without the echo you getting some of the other restaurants. I was a guest to my bankers and they made a couple recommend recommendations which were outstanding. I ended up getting the tuna poke, and the appetizer with tuna. Everything was outstanding. I will definitely bring my better half a.k.a. the wife a.k.a. Peggy back. If you're looking for a nice place with great service in ambulance with good food to top it off you'll definitely wanna check this place out.

Expensive options as well as more affordable options. I wasn't impressed with the smoked old…read morefashion but the Duroc Pork Chop meal was so delicious that I highly recommend this cool spot.

Mind blowing experience! Food was epic! Service was first class! Can't say enough great things…read moreabout this place! You should experience it yourself... Thank you for the masterpiece in food explosion

Great place! The rooftop is so nice! Staff friendly-food good. Pickle Maragarita- amazing!read more

A rooftop night in October was awesome! They were not very busy during happy hour. Food was really…read moregood and service was attentive and very good!

This review is for the new Marion location. Nice location was packed on a weekend. Very "boujee"…read moreas a martini and small plate restaurant. Martini selection was excellent and tasted very good. Good menu with small appetizers and entrees. I have two main issues with this place. 1. Extremely slow service. There were 2 servers and 2 bartenders for 40 tables. Very slow on everything. 2. Food was good but pricey for the amount you receive. Don't go here unless you have a couple hours to kill and/or you aren't hungry. There are much better places to eat for the value. That being said it's a cool venue with a good martini selection and full bar.

Drinks and an appetizer before dinner…read more Feels like an upscale place but casual dress is perfectly fine. It also feels like a great date place if you're so inclined. Plenty of seating on padded benches, tables and at the bar. Comfortable place, feels sleek and hip. I'd love to see a fireplace in it for some reason. The drink menu is extensive. Wine and beer along with most any martini flavor you could come up with. Seriously, if you can't find a martini or three that you like here, you shouldn't be going out. The food menu is flatbreads and finger foods, perfect for a place to come before a dinner elsewhere. The staff have always been friendly and helpful with suggestions or questions.

Charming gastropub just a great little spot. Food overdelivers and the drinks hit too.read more

When traveling, I always visit local, independent restaurants. The Map Room is a gem!…read more A wide variety of burgers, with house made vegan options. Indoor and outdoor seating. Great decor and comfortable booths. Fantastic service! Attentive without hovering. 10/10

I visited The District CR in downtown Cedar Rapids during a recent business trip and had an overall…read moreenjoyable experience. First impressions were a bit confusing--the entrance makes you feel like you're walking into an office building. There's a door to the right with signage for what seems to be a sister bar that's only open on limited nights, but the actual restaurant is straight back. Once inside, the space is large and open, with plenty of room between tables and a sizable bar area. I sat at the bar and learned about their Whiskey Wednesday specials, which included several types of Old Fashioneds and whiskey flights. While it sounded intriguing, I opted not to partake. They also offer daily drink special themes. The menu is eclectic, with a mix of Cajun, Italian, and American fare. I went with the Cacio e Pepe with Elephant Ear (Orcchiette) pasta, and added shrimp along with a half wedge salad as a premium side. The pasta itself was delicious--perfectly cooked with a rich, peppery flavor. However, I wish the server had mentioned that the shrimp was Cajun-seasoned. While great on its own, it slightly overpowered the pasta. The wedge salad was a bit of a letdown--the lettuce was watery, which diluted the overall flavor. The dish also came with garlic bread, which was yummy. Service was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and efficient. Unfortunately, it was hard to get a real read on the restaurant's vibe because it was pretty empty on a Wednesday night.

When I walked in, there wasn't a single other customer in the restaurant. Unfortunately, the…read moremanagement was extremely rude and made me feel very uncomfortable. The overall atmosphere felt negative and unwelcoming. Based on this experience, I would not return.

Wontons, THE Best Order Appetizer along with whatever your Oder IS…read more Out-of-State Implant Here! Had an Anniversary Here 3x's, Does NOT Disappoint. Next Time, WE Want to Sit Next to the Vinyl Wall.

I stopped my Lucky's on my way to the airport. It was a cute little spot in a little downtown…read morestrip. It was pretty busy inside for a little spot! The food was pretty good but average for what it was. The cheesesteak could use a little more love but the cheesecake was delicious!

Great food/ attentive staff and interesting atmosphere! We go when we are celebrating or have…read morefriends to meet.

This is the second NYE we have spent at The Hip Stir. The service is great, ambiance is great and…read morethe food is unique a d great as well. We had a party of 10 and we all ordered different things. My husband and I got the cheese curds. The honey Lemon aioli was a legit surprise and was SO good. My husband got salmon and loved the vinegrette salad dressing. I got the chicken marsala gnocchi. It was rich and salty and delicious. I've never had anything quite like it. I also enjoyed being able to enjoy the Tinsel pop up decorations as well.

Visiting my BFF from Mississippi, this guy down one block - antique store recommended the…read morerestaurant, we asked if it was local food, his response was"it's where all the locals go!" I didn't see anything on the menu that I wanted, asked our lovely waitress what she liked? Recommended the steak tacos, with black bean salad. I cautiously agreed. It was delicious and my friend ordered the OG tacos with tatter tops - delicious Yes, we would return. Give it a try! The inside was very clean and cool looking! A huge bar!!! Darts!!! Fire pit outside!!! Give it a try

Stopped by for the first time at this little festive gem late afternoon the other day. Thankfully…read moreafter the lunch rush. We were able to grab a spot at the bar and were greeted right away by the bartender. He was supper nice and helpful. Unfortunately we didn't get his name. They have it all decked out, everywhere, for Christmas. Was not expecting that when walking in. So quite surprised! Our order was Cheese Steak Sandwich (no peppers) and Cheese Curds. And the Chili Cheese Dog (no onions) and Tator Tots. Food came out promptly which was good. The cheese steak sandwich was dry. I tried a couple bites and was done. The cheese curds though were great! The chili cheese dog & tator tots were just ok. Overall all, service was great, food...not so much.