Restaurants near Dow City

“Since the new owners took over, I've been there 4 times now. Very impressed with the service, staff, and food. The last 2 times have been with my kids. Michael, Jess, Rich, Natasha excellent Service. But Rachel is killing it in the kitchen! Place is usually packed, not long wait time, food is excellent, staff is extremely friendly and service is excellent. If you're 45-60 minutes from Dow City, a must try! The Sirloin is my favorite. Lot of good places in western Iowa, but feel blessed to have this 8 miles from home. Thank you to everyone that works hard to deliver a very pleasant experience at this establishment. Highly recommend!!!”

“A group of friends gathered in Council Bluffs this morning, and we rode our motorcycles to Dunlap to have the pork tenderloin at dairy sweet. The place was really pretty clean. The staff was incredibly attentive and friendly. The pork tenderloin had all the ingredients of being really good, but it fell a little short. My pork tenderloin was a little undercooked but cooked enough that I felt it was safe to eat. It tasted delicious. The battering was just exquisite on it but again a little undercooked it would’ve been better if it was burnt a little in my opinion. When I ordered, I asked what came on it and the server young girl was incredibly friendly told me that it came with pickles, onions, and mustard. I don’t like ketchup on anything, and there was like a mistake size dollop of ketchup on my tenderloin. The bun could’ve been better quality, but for the money, this was an amazing experience and I will definitely come back to Dunlap and dairy suite and have another tenderloin and ask them to burn it a little with no ketchup. 10 out of 10 will come back.”

“Had the fish special for Ash Wednesday and again on Friday. Excellent food. The owners are great people, the cooks are excellent, and the help are very friendly. These people will become friends as they truly care. Highly recommend this place. Thanks for all that all of you do!”

“My first visit to Common Threads Boutique in Dunlap, Iowa, was nothing short of transformative. The moment I stepped in, I was greeted by the aroma of freshly brewed coffee that instantly lifted my spirits. Let me tell you, that latte was a game-changer! In a city filled with hustle, it was the perfect pick-me-up, reminding me of the importance of supporting local gems like this boutique. These establishments are the heart and soul of our communities, embodying the true spirit of America. I found myself there on a Wednesday, not just for an estimate, but for a greater purpose. On April 15, 2026, Mother Nature had other plans for our community, unleashing storms that left their mark. But I felt a calling to be there, to lend a helping hand in the aftermath of the chaos. Working with Home Pride Contractors, a proud local company rooted in Council Bluffs, with an office in Des Moines, I realized how fortunate I am to contribute to the rebuilding of our beloved community. I am deeply grateful for the sanctuary that Common Threads offers, along with their incredible coffee—my "fancy latte," as I like to call it. It fuels my passion and determination to push through challenges, ensuring there’s no hitch in my giddyup. Together, we can rise above adversity and support one another, embodying the very essence of community resilience. Let’s continue to uplift our local businesses and, in turn, strengthen the fabric of our neighborhoods.”

“Recently had our 40th class reunion and Mel was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING through the entire process. The food, the service, the employees, they were all very accommodating to us. We highly recommend the pork chop and red potatoes. Small town service you don’t get in the big city. Worth a stop in Charter Oak to enjoy.”

“Authentic and consistently great , this place is my go to! Service is great and they’re dedicated to quality and freshness. Absolutely recommend!”

“Dave and his staff do an amazing job at establishing and managing a standard that dining establishments won’t ever be able to accomplish. A distinct and amazing flavor of food and ice cream products with an environment to back it up. This has been a childhood staple of mine to go to and I’ll go out of my way once or if possible multiple times a year to get an unmatched flame grilled hamburger!!!”

“We are not big into bars but Vicki the owner and Amy Jo never disappoint! Great food options and they will make whatever drink you ask for. These ladies make it such a fun atmosphere and they have live bands on special occasions with great specials!”

“Food was really well done. We had the Fried Dumplings, Low mein, General Tso and Beef & Broccoli. My Wife, 1.5yr old Son and I love everything. The owner was very nice as well. We had a nice short chat about before heading out.;”

“We were in Denison for a school band event and we took our large group to Pizza Ranch. What could have been a very stressful time for us as adults turned out to be a really pleasant experience. The place was packed with several big groups of middle schoolers (who can definitely be difficult customers) and the staff handled it all like champs. Fresh pizza was coming out nonstop, and everyone working was still kind and patient despite all the noise and chaos. Huge shout-out to Derek, the manager. He stayed cool under pressure, was super flexible, and jumped in to help problem solve so things kept moving smoothly for everyone, whether they were part of the big groups or just there for a normal meal. And of course, the food was great! Highly recommend!”

“Best food love tacos quesadillas gorditas and I love the salsa and rice and beans 😂😂😂”

“Forgot an item on our order but made it right for us and even delivered it. Great tacos de tinga!”

“The food is always delicious no matter what I get! Today I asked the waitress for her recommendation on an infusion drink and it was delicious as well. Love the atmosphere, creativity and inclusivity!”

“best food in the area... great service too!!!”

“second time in Denison and just had to come back to Just One More for lunch. Cheeseburgers and fries are a great price and are very good. Tiny bar with friendly service.”

“always quick, always good, always friendly, and always a Good price!”

“Excellent food! The whole establishment was super clean, bright & colorful! The Michelada was superb 😊”

“Love this place! The only good Chinese in Western Iowa!”

“Very nice place, the staff here was very nice and welcoming. Definitely a nice lounge with a great family friendly environment that’s very relaxing. Definitely a nice place to hang out with family and friends for drinks and some delicious steaks.”

“las pupusas eran excelentes! ¡todos mis refrescos favoritos también! ¡Definitivamente regresaré!”

“Best blended coffee I've had, out here from Washington State visiting family and just live getting coffee from here... Wish there was one back in Washington...”

“I love them pizzas!!! 😋🍕😋”

“The hamburger soup was just okay, nothing to write home about. However, the roast beef between bread with potatoes all smothered in gravy was absolutely perfect! Exactly what I was needing without realizing it. The waitress was not friendly initially and took forever to take just our drink orders. I think she was overly busy and had a bit too much on her workload but she softened up as our meal finished up. I love these hole in the wall diners, they're always the ones that surprise me the most. Let me tell you, the price for lunch, 2 people, was just a little over $25. You can't find those prices in fast food these days! This is a, not so hidden, gem (right off the main drag) that most everyone can find something comforting to eat with a hometown, diner, old school kind of vibe. Don't just drive on by, stop and see for yourself!”

“My little sister & I love coming to Subway.My fav is pretty simple but it’s so good!My big brother even tried their steak protein bowl and he really enjoyed it.The staff is usually nice,even when we order our sandwiches by ourselves :) Thank you guys!”

“Just wanted to leave this because I went today to get the new Dragon Ball meal and the staff all the way through the drive thru were super nice and great the whole time!
The food was good and just was so grateful for how the staff were. Needed that today!”

“Dude !! I ordered a steak McMuffin with extra onions, I have to give it a 9 out of 10, it was fresh hot and made exactly the way I requested, with extra onions. I had to rate the atmosphere three stars because I was in the Drive-Thru, however the manager lady was thorough made sure my food was right and then I got my coffee, I will definitely be returning !!!”