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The Other Place

3.6 (17 reviews)
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Moderate noise
Happy hour specials
Good for kids
Good for groups

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Mushrooms for appetizer...HOT!
Gene H.

It's been quite awhile since I'd been to the OPPORTUNITY in E-Dale but it's always been very good. Stopped in to get a sandwich with a buddy after a day in the salvage yard getting parts for the old Merc. Great Fish Sandwich and my buddy had a huge Pork Tenderloin....I can say from past experiences that the pizza and the Lasagna are very good as well.

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5 years ago

If you love pizza this is the place! Arguably the best pizza in Waterloo/Cedar Falls area. Workers are always friendly and courteous.

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4 years ago

The did was so good I couldn't believe the fries I got. Couldn't finish. The waitress was friendly and accommodating.

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13 years ago

Nice sports bar, and decent pizza place. I do indeed have to say that the Subs are excellent.

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“Tonight, in Evansdale, I had what was darned near a perfect pizza.”

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BBQ that is worth a try!…read more I think the standout feature of this restaurant, however, is its array of side dishes. I especially loved the baked beans and creamed corn. As for the portions, the shared platters are surprisingly small for what you pay for.

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