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

When traveling, I always visit local, independent restaurants. The Map Room is a gem! 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 read more

Went here for lunch and it's a nice little cozy local restaurant. Lots of booths and a dim lit bar. Their variety of burgers is what makes this place special. There's flavor combinations I wouldn't have thought of trying. The actual burger was good but not great. For a burger joint that charges a premium price, I expect a juicy burger. The meat quality had a few bits of gristle and it wasn't super juicy. It was a bit dry and cooked well done. The fries you could tell were just frozen fries. There's really only street parking or a public parking lot on the same street. However, the restaurant validate parking for the first hour, which is nice. Overall, this place was good but not great. However, the service was great! Friendly staff and it took maybe less than 10 minutes for the food to be ready read more

The locals already know what I am about to tell you: The Map Room is truly a perfect restaurant. The intentionally eclectic menu offers something for everyone, so long as they like a LOT of flavor, and the burgers in particular, are *REALLY* good. Service is exceptionally welcoming and friendly, and if I lived in Cedar Rapids, I would be here at least twice a week. read more

The Map Room - Marrakesh Burger with Dublin Fries. - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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I really was excited to try this place, but the food we recieved wasn't that good. I ordered the Reuben and my partner ordered a sandwich with pulled pork. The Reuben was okay, nothing to write home about. The pulled pork, on the other hand, was tasteless and barely covered in barbecue. The service was mediocre. We were served by the bartender, and it was, again, very mediocre service. The knives we received were dirty. Overall, there's better places to eat in Cedar Rapids. read more

The Map Room - Dirty knives - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Great burgers! Came out fast and service was friendly. My dtr said the Memphis burger bbq sauce was tangier rather than sweet. She ate it but she said she wouldn't order again. Hubby ate all the N.O. burger and really enjoyed it. My Lima burger was delish but I ordered the gravy on the side. Don't care for gravy and glad they didn't smother the patty with it. Enjoyed the salad. The fries were good but a tad salty for my taste. FYI, parking only in street or lot. Both places charge. Would return when I'm in town. read more

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Amazing food- great veg options. Veggie burger was amazing/ Marrakech w Dublin fries. Whoa. Caleb the bartender was attentive and cool. So glad I could eat here. Thanks. read more

The meat tasted rancid and I was throwing up all night. I thought at first it might have been the flavor of all the other "unique" toppings but I was sadly mistaken. read more

Good mocktails and interesting salads. The place was loud inside but the patio was nice. I'd go back.

I was visiting a friend. She wanted to take me to a local food hall for lunch. Unfortunately, they were closed. So we wound up at The Map Room. We got in just before the crowd. Thankfully, we were tucked into a corner booth and got our orders in before it got busy. I appreciate that they have a wide array of N/A drink options. I chose to have the Saigon burger and upgraded to the Tokyo salad as my side. The burger itself was solid. I was pleased that I could taste everything, given how many toppings it had. And the salad was a great complement. read more

The Map Room - The Saigon burger with an upgrade to the Tokyo salad on the side. - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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The food was ok but did not justify the cost. Good service, outdoor seating area was nice.

This place was so unique and the menu was unreal. They specialize in burgers and loaded fries. I really can't describe my burger because it was so unique and flavorful. The service was really good and so helpful! read more

The Map Room - The Marrakesh Hamburger and the Dublin Fries. - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

So my sister and I came back to the Map Room. We wanted to see if we would have a better reaction. The menu has slightly changed. *looks like that gluten free bun my sister had last time was not dairy free. They have since changed the buns so they are both gluten and dairy free. It was pretty quiet when we came in but by the time we were getting ready to leave the place was packed and had 6 groups waiting for tables. The staff were knowledgeable in what was safe for us to eat and were very friendly. We both ended up doing a build your own bun with fries. Neither of us reacted and we are happy to say we will be back! read more

I went there with my parents the last time I visited. It's probably closer to a four-star for me, but it was the best place in town. I'm gluten free and the burger was good (the bun was great!), if ever-so-slightly too juicy. At first, the menu felt incomplete to me, only really having sandwiches. But the burger menu manages to feel special enough to justify this. The ambiance was delightful, but could use a little polish. They don't have good noise control because the hard ceilings and the hard floor reflect all the sound at the patrons. It's not terrible, but it's a detractor. The tables and booths are comfortable, but feel just a tad cheap. Not bad, but certainly room for improvement. And the back patio is a bit plain, you feel like you're missing out if you eat there. They should add some decorations, maybe a mural or something. The service was wonderful. It feels "Mom and Pop," but also like a well-oiled machine. It's close to being a landmark restaurant, but could use that final bit of attention to detail. So: not perfect, but the best place in town. read more

One of the best burgers I've ever had. I ohad the New Orleans. Service was excellent.

We were in town for ncaa wrestling and went to The Map Room between sessions. Service was really good. Food was delicious. They have gluten free options which is important to our group. We went between 2-6 on a Friday which was also happy hour. Would go again, and highly recommend read more

Cozy space with amazing pub food and fries galore!!! FRIES They have large selection of loaded fries. You can order large plate as appetizer or you can upgrade your sandwich fries to the loaded fries (limited to about half of the loaded fry options). I upgrade mine to the MONTREAL FRIES. If you haven't visited Montreal, these are called "Poutine" there. They are topped with white cheese curds and a gravy. Here, you get the gravy of the day which was a beef gravy for me. SANDWICH The BUSAN was an amazing Korean treat that I don't find many places. It is made with pulled pork, kimchi, cucumbers, lettuce, green onions, bulgogi aioli. THE SPACE Very cozy, with not many tables. Try to beat the rush if you want a table. They haveanybseats at the bar which is where I sat since I was a party of one. read more

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Map Room is one of our favorites. It's small with limited seating so you may have a wait but well worth it. Staff is friendly and very attentive and the burgers are amazing. It can be a bit cool inside in fall and winter so bring a wrap or sweater if you run cold. read more

One of the first burger spots I went to in downtown Cedar Rapids and it was amazing! For a TINY establishment it doesn't feel cramped, the servers are kind and welcoming. The menu is inclusive with Vegan, Vegetaran, and Gluten Friendly options I had the Marrakesh burger and Dublin fries. A wonderful experience and I can't wait to go back! read more

This place Is very cool. They have an amazing Rosemary bacon old fashion. Half price on Wednesday. Old fashion flight of 3 half price on Tuesday. Very good. The burgers are really amazing. Very flavorful and good sized burger. Highly recommend. read more

we had great food and service, this is a gem for a small interior restaurant. they also have exterior patio dining.

Make sure to check it out! This place is a little gem to get a great burger. Our server was kind, knowledgeable and helpful in picking from a tempting menu. We liked the little small town vibe tucked into the city of Cedar Rapids. Food was solid. The banana nut old fashioned blew us away though! read more

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So good!!! From the minute we walked in it felt wonderful. Highly decorated gif Christmas, friendly service but above all the food was fantastic. Such a verity of burgers and fries it was hard to chose. We were not disappointed either. Everything well cooked, well presented and tasty! read more

We were disappointed by our recent experience. We arrived with a fully trained, ADA‑compliant service dog--only to be turned away entirely after the hostess became defensive when we asked to sit inside. We chose not to dine on the patio and left. While the hostess's tone felt unwelcoming, I don't believe it was intentional discrimination; more likely, she may not have known her legal obligations. Under the ADA and Iowa state law, service dogs must be allowed to accompany their handlers in any area open to the public, including indoor dining spaces. Iowa law mirrors the ADA, prohibiting both public businesses and "public accommodations" from excluding service animals unless the animal is out of control or poses a direct threat. I hope the restaurant uses this as a chance to train staff on inclusive practices--especially given how stressful and hurtful it is to be turned away after carefully choosing a place to eat. If welcoming to all guests, including those using service animals, becomes part of their training, it could truly enhance the dining experience for everyone. read more

The food was amazing!! We had four burgers, a mango tango, and a lime lager and everything was phenomenal! The brunch burger (on a hidden menu) was the super star! Our waiter was more than helpful and provided amazing service! We loved the (very) small locally owned business! read more

Food was ok. Just the wait was so long. We waiting over half and hour. And they didn't have that many people when we came. But this places looks cool. I think they should dress better, And not saying suit and tie. But dress cool. Not just random shirt , shorts and a hat. That's just how I feel. I would come again. If I was in Cedar Rapids again. read more

I really liked the banana flavored old fashioned. I am not sure what the name of it was (I forgot) but it was absolutely delicious. Sweet but not too sweet, it is hard to taste the whiskey and almost tasted like a banana milkshake but I am not complaining. I would have 5 more of those. My burger was delicious. I added raw onions and jalapeños on my burger which really enhanced the Delhi burger. read more

The Map Room - Banana Old Fashioned - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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First time customer and will definitely be going back! Husband and I ordered burgers togo today but I didn't get any pictures because as soon as we picked up and took bites of our burgers we did not put them back down! They were cooked perfectly and seasoned well! Fries were crispy and salty and hit the spot! Definitely our new burger place! read more

I was not welcomed to eat there as a person traveling alone since I didn't want to sit at the bar. I was directed to a chair outside where no one else was sitting. That's a bummer since I really wanted to try the food. read more

The hamburger was ok. The salad and homemade salad dressing was wonderful. The service was quick as was the food. Signature hamburgers. Friendly people. read more

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Service was fast and the atmosphere was great but the food wasn't as great as I was hoping. My boyfriend and I both agreed we would come back but just for the drinks and ambiance of the establishment. read more

The Map Room - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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This place never disappoints. So many good burgers and sandwiches, it's hard to pick what to get. Called in my order and was done exactly when they said. read more

The Map Room is a fun little restaurant with tasty burgers and fries. It looks cute on the outside. Inside, it's warm, dark, and inviting, like an old-timey pub from Lord of the Rings or something. I had the El Paso burger (smoked pulled pork, green chili gravy, queso fresco crumbles). It was quite good. I do wish the patty had been larger. When I asked for extra mustard for my burger, the server brought out an entire serving piece with a half-dozen mustards. The jalapeño mustard was a game-changer. Service was lightning fast, even though there was just one person running the bar and taking orders when we arrived around 2:30 pm. It's not a mind-blowing experience, but it's really good food in a cool atmosphere. If we hadn't been in a rush, I could have spent hours enjoying drinks and conversation here. If you're in Cedar Rapids, it's worth the stop for some unique flavors and a cozy hang-out. read more

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I was staying downtown and looking for a place for lunch. To Yelp! Mostly, I found a lot of places selling burgers. That is ok, I like burgers. However mostly what I was seeing was the normal pub style fare, until I happened upon The Map Room. They were not serving a run of the mill, bacon cheeseburger. Their specialty burgers do seem to run pretty meat heavy, but a very interesting and eclectic variety. Also, you can build your own. I did opt to build my own. I have an adventurous spirit, but I was worn out and hungry and just wanted goat cheese! My comfort cheese. Lol. I got a burger with said goat cheese, roasted red onions, and the LTOP. I didn't want the pickles on my burger, I just wanted to eat them. It came with a side of fries. What I got was a beautifully cooked smashburger with a healthy portion of creamy goat cheese and perfectly roasted red onions. The bun was toasty and warm and the veggies that were placed on the side, were fresh. The fries were also great. Hot, fresh, crispy, potato-y. I ate the hell out out it. I had not eaten and was flying out after I left, and it kept me going. It was so satisfying. Also, the prices were better than the other, rather uninspiring, options in the area. It is not a big place and I purposely came in a bit later, after the lunch rush would have died down. I could see it getting really full. I was able to come in about 2 and make myself cozy at a booth, without getting in the way. read more

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Aaaaaamazing! Milwaukee fries, Memphis burger and two build you owns. Sincerely one of the best burgers I've had in quite some time. Neat little restaurant that fills up fast. If you're thinking about it, just go. You won't be sorry. Just go very hungry. read more

Great food, amazing service... even had the bartender laughing when we read the bottom of the receipt and realized there is a potential word missing in the message! Hahaha. Only reason I went with a 4 is because the "parking lot" surrounding the building is gated and i didn't know if we could pull up and park in the lot. So we ended up having to pay for parking. read more

Found this unexpected treat passing through Cedar Rapids. Looking for a casual lunch spot and found spectacular food with a wonderful, welcoming atmosphere The flavors in each dish make even the most straightforward order of French fries a highlight. Highly recommend the Dublin fries. Shout out to the staff too, the service was fantastic. read more

What a great little find if you're looking for an honest to goodness gem without all the fancy stuff. There's a very cool vibe here with maps on the walls and a very diverse offering of taste profiles. Love french fries? I highly recommend you try one of the many options that are available. We had the Milwaukee Fries that were a-mazing! Bourbon Beer cheese and crumbly bacon pieces smothered over slender, perfectly made fries. If you can't decide which hamburger combo to try (I couldn't), check out the BYO Burger (Build Your Own). Choose the type bread, protein, veggies and sauces (I had sourdough with one beef patty, Pepper Jack, bacon and French-fried onions, tomato, pickle, lettuce smothered in 1000-Island dressing). Yum! Our waitress was great and answered all our questions. I also enjoyed the sign on the bathroom door (see photo). The prices were very reasonable and the food quality was point on. A must try. read more

My husband and I found this place by accident when we were looking for a different bar. We never found that place but we did find the Map Room. Glad we did! The Map Room is low key bar and restaurant in downtown Cedar Rapids. It's small, dimly lit, and intimate inside. Perfect place to grab a nightcap. The bartender was welcoming and friendly. They had a nice drink menu with reasonable prices (around $10 each) especially for a downtown area. I went with a Negroni and my husband had a painkiller. Both were potent drinks. We split an order of the curry paneer naan bread. If you're a curry fan this is definitely a must try. It was a spicy and a little overwhelming if you're not a curry lover but it was good. We chatted with a gentleman at the bar who was a regular and said this is a great place for burgers too. read more

The Map Room - Agra naan with curry, paneer, basil pesto and topped with dried peas - American Near Me - Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Love this place! My husband and I went there a couple of times when we lived in Cedar Rapids and the food is amazing! You must try the Busan sandwich- kimchi and pulled pork sounds odd but it's the most delicious thing I've ever had. The drinks are amazing too. Food can take a while but they've got a small kitchen and are always busy and the food always comes out amazing. It's a cute and cozy place to go to for lunch, and the trivia cards on the table keep you busy while you wait for your food. read more