Food was hot and cooked perfectly. Staff was prompt, friendly, and quick with the coffee refills…read more Pleasure to eat at the Mill and Grill. Would highly recommend this place.

Food was good. But the lamps above the tables were very dusty. Plus while us and other guests were…read moreseated one of the waitresses decided to vacuum.

My parents only live about 7 1/2 miles from Unkie's and they'd taken everyone in the family there…read more(multiple times)...but me. It became almost a running joke. They'd rave about the food. Remember how good that was at Unkie's? No. No I don't... Lol We were up there this weekend and it was a couple days before my 55th birthday and mom said... We should take Dan and Owen to Unkie's to my dad... I almost refused... Why ruin a good inside family joke? But I'm glad we went! Don't blink or you'll miss Thor! We arrived at about 430 PM on a Saturday. They open at 300 PM for drinks, seat for dinner at 430 PMish and take orders and start serving at 500PMish. It's seat yourself. The seating is a combination of booths and low top tables and chairs. There is also a small bar with seating at it as well... The place is old school. Mostly dark wood and a classic small town steakhouse vibe. Don't expect a five star atmosphere... The real magic is in the food and the customer service. Unkie's is cash only. They will take a local check. And there is an ATM on site. No card payments. Our server was fantastic. I think she is one of the owners... Took our drink orders first along with an appetizer. We ordered our entrees with her a few minutes later. She checked on us every now and then and our drinks never hit the bottom of the glass. My parents ordered the appetizer sampler (fried pepper rings, cauliflower, cheeseballs, jalapeño cheeseballs, mushrooms, pickles, and onion rings) that they shared with the table and they split a 10 oz fillet meal (medium) with sauteed mushrooms, a baked potato, and a side salad with ranch. Dad ordered three extra jumbo shrimp. The shrimp are $4.50 ea, but they are HUGE. The ranch that comes with the apps (or salad)... It's made in-house and is SO good! If you like ranch it's a must try here. My son ordered the 10 oz ribeye (medium) with fries and a side salad with french. I ordered the 10 oz fillet (medium-rare), the Jojo's potatoes (broasted potato wedges), three jumbo shrimp, and a side salad with blue cheese. We all ordered fountain drinks. All the meals came with Texas toast. Everything was cooked to perfection. Not one thing was not on point! The special the night we were there was two 5 oz lobster tails for $40 and there was a halibut special going on too. I glanced at the receipt. I think the total was $143 before tip... Dad was paying or I'd have been more attentive. Unkie's is a hidden gem of a small town steakhouse who certainly lived up to their reputation! Everything I'd heard was true. Is it worth an almost two hour drive from the Des Moines metro on a date night...? If you don't mind the drive... Yes. Yes it is! And it's most definitely worth the 7 1/2 mile drive from Goldfield to Thor...

Review of Unkie's Entertainment Restaurant & Lounge - Thor, Iowa…read more Unkie's is one of those small-town Iowa restaurants that feels like home the minute you walk in -- the kind of place where you can sit down, relax, and enjoy a good meal without any fuss. It's a real destination spot if you're from the area or just passing through north-central Iowa. I was there celebrating my birthday with my family, and we had a great evening. One thing to note -- they won't seat you until your whole party arrives, which keeps things moving smoothly for the staff and other guests. It's a busy place that draws folks from a wide area, and you can tell it's popular for good reason. The food was solid all around. I had the pork chop -- it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. My wife ordered the chicken and said it was moist and well-seasoned. A few in our group went for steaks and steak-and-lobster combos. Most of the steaks are market-priced, and while they were just a touch overcooked, everyone agreed they had great flavor. Sides were a mixed bag -- my baked potato was a little overdone, and the hashbrowns leaned a bit greasy, but nothing that spoiled the meal. Between six adults and one child, with drinks, appetizers, entrées, desserts, and a couple of lobster add-ons, our total came out around $50 per person -- fair for the quality and portions. A quick heads-up for anyone planning a visit: Unkie's doesn't accept cards, so bring cash. They do have an ATM on-site if you forget, but it's easier to come prepared. All in all, Unkie's hits the mark for what it is -- a good, small-town Iowa restaurant serving hearty food in a friendly setting. It's one of the best we've found in the area, and we'll definitely be back to try their sandwiches next time

Traveling thru ........ Deceiving the outside signage that…read moresays burgers on the partially lit sign, they serve so much more, chicken, hot beef, variety of potatoes, kids size too, also pork loin dinner, half orders! Try it super friendly owner and staff

We've been here a few times in the past ands the food has always been very good! This visit was not…read morebad but it wasn't as good as it used to be. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The food was ok but it just wasn't up to par from what we remembered. It reminds me of bar food. The floor was sticky when walking to the table. Just a let down!

It is always a joy to come here. The ladies who own it are always so friendly. The food is always…read moredelicious. The attention to detail Is superb. We love looking at the beautiful decor. I've been coming here with my Grandma ever since I was six years old, and it never gets old!

Such a peach of a novelty in a small town! My mom, Mother-in-law, and Sister-in-law, created a…read morebirthday group! We would go here to eat and sit and visit, and shop amongst the beautiful things to buy hanging up all around you as decor. You see it, you like it, it's yours! Very fun displays, linens, atmosphere, and it is in the upper eshelon for Tea Shop Restaurants by my opinion! Debbie is a star, and shows her caring ways to everyone! Never have I been disappointed with the food, or time spent there. You are welcome to sit and enjoy. You are never kicked out for having a long lunch, it is what they expect! So, if you have limited time, let them know ahead of time, and they will take care of everything! I cannot say enough wonderful things about this family, and their love for the public, and Fort Dodge, Iowa! GO HAVE YOURSELF A MARVELOUS TIME!! 5 STARS!

Awesome small restaurant, they're celebrating 50 years, my dad got the gizzards (he said they were…read moregreat) and the ham and cheese omelet (also good). I got the biscuits and gravy, delicious. Would come here again in two years when we're back in town for our family reunions!

Brownies is a classic gem in the modern world of chain eateries. I had a homemade hearty chicken…read moredumpling soup for only $5. I highly recommend it. Juicy flavorful chicken that wasn't over cooked and the dumplings were fluffy but firm. Nothing crazy on the menu, just old style Midwest home cooking that makes you miss mom.

Definitely a bright spot in the corn fields of NW Iowa. One night I enjoyed the regional beers and…read more50 cent wings (Buffalo spicy and garlic Parmesan). Another night I really enjoyed a tender, tasty medium rare filet mignon. The side salad was extremely fresh considering it was quite quiet. The restaurant just added a bar, and changed its name from the Family Table Restaurant. (Still part of the chain, just a tab more upscale.) When you are in the middle of the country, this is a good spot to stop at.

I stopped by Valentina's Mexican Food Truck Taqueria in Eagle Grove on a Wednesday evening around…read more6:30 PM. There were a couple of tables occupied, and there was a steady stream of customers coming in for takeout orders, which is always a good sign. This was my first visit, and I was immediately impressed by how clean and well-lit the restaurant was. The kitchen is visible from the dining area, and it was great to see two cooks and two waitresses working efficiently to keep up with the dinner crowd. The menu is simple and authentic, focusing on traditional Mexican dishes rather than an overwhelming number of options. I ordered the mixed fajitas along with a Mexican bottled Coke. Before the meal, they served warm tortilla chips with a bean dip. I also asked for salsa, and the waitress warned me that the green salsa had a little kick to it--which it did--but it was very flavorful and complemented the chips perfectly. The mixed fajitas were cooked perfectly. The portion size was generous, and despite my best effort, I could only finish about three-quarters of the meal. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and will definitely be returning. If you're looking for a more authentic Mexican dining experience in Eagle Grove, I would highly recommend giving Valentina's Mexican Food Truck Taqueria a try.

The food here is nothing special. But it's so CHEAP so you can't beat that!! It's breakfast food…read moreand all simple things. Their coffee isn't bad and their cinnamon rolls are made in house are amazing. The staff are friendly enough and the food comes out pretty fast. I don't love how cramped in feels in there. They have so many tables in that small space and you can hardly get to the bathroom without asking five strangers to move. But my family and I eat here a lot.

Great place for breakfast and lunch. I had a BLT and it was very good. Excellent pie as well.read more