Restaurants near Ely

“Excellent kolaches and even better people! We were in town for volleyball and stopped in to check out their version of our favorite pastry! Make sure to arrive early or order ahead as they go fast! A must stop for those that appreciate a local business with great customer service and treats. I know we will our next time through. From your new Minnesota friends. Skol!”

“A place where you can ride your bike and stop and get a brew or some food to ensure you have the strength to get back to where you started your bike trip. On Sunday afternoons they usually have some local bands playing. They have shade covers as well as an area to set along a bar outside.”

“Great service, food, and spirts. Funny thing after getting my bill for three well drinks and three IPA’s and splitting a tenderlion for 65.00 All I can seem to remember is the .95 up charge for a side of mayo. Makes me not want to come back and I really like the place.”

“What a fun afternoon eating amazing food! Save room for the fried Oreos! Andy was the best server! Thanks!”

“So good. Great BBQ sauces to choose from!”

“Need Pizza supports local community involvement which shows with their generous sponsorship of The Cedar Rapids Roller Derby. Thank you so much for sponsoring our team and your commitment to community engagement.”

“Went here for my wife’s birthday and it was absolutely perfect. Every single thing was amazing.”

“I’m only in CR on weekends and I visit whenever I’m able to, the atmosphere of the shop is incredible and kind. The workers are very friendly everytime and make engaging conversation. The flowers are beautiful and we ended up buying a small plant from upstairs and we love it :)”

“Terrible experience, very disappointed with our visit today. We talked about going there all weekend because we enjoy the 86. Drove over an hour to get there by four today because they were closing early. The girl at the front was very sweet. We were very excited to be there and told her it was our first time there. She said we could sit down and order or go to the bar. We sat down and several servers looked at us, but no one waited on us. We went to the bar and said we had never been there before. A guy said there is a menu on the counter but I'll be over there cleaning, let me know what you want and walked away. We had no idea what we were doing since it was our first time there. I wanted to try wines and my husband whiskey, but not if no one wanted to wait on us. So, we looked at each other and decided to leave. Once in the parking lot I realized it was a long way home and I should use the restroom first. So, I went back in, and I told the girl behind the counter we were leaving because no one waited on us, but I needed to use the restroom first. When I came out of the restroom she said to enjoy the rest of our day. Would have had a better day if we could have tried something... Went from very excited to be there to can't wait to leave...”

“Amazing food and awesome staff!”

“key lime pie cheesecake. The workers are really friendly and knowledgeable.”

“It is a must go if you are looking for a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Easy to order in or to go. The daily bakery specials are to die for.”

“It is my favorite sushi place in town, a hidden secret. Try it. Their lunch special have exceptional value!
Update as of January 2026: our favorite sushi restaurent
in town”

“Nothing finer then Tiffy Jos diner on a Sunday morn”

“I've been to this place twice whenever I've been in the area and have always enjoyed my food and service while there. Anyways a pro for me is supporting a local business!”

“This place hit the spot!! It was so good and so much food I ate for days!! Vegan food was great, and my Uncle and partner ate meat and said the same. You won’t go wrong making this your next dinner date!!”

“The Carnitas platter was excellent . Good service and cold beer. Fast and pleasant atmosphere.”

“food was great, waiter was , will be back”

“We just had an amazing and delicious jalapeño bacon burger with great homemade fries! My mouth is still watering and wanting more! Always a great place with friendly service!”

“My boyfriend and I came in last night and we both got the OG Street Tacos. They were great! The cocktails were great as well! It was our 3rd time in and we will definitely be back. The service was quick and attentive.”

“I love this place so much. So much I’m putting this place and my favorite server in my novels. The family is so sweet and kind, good is really good and at a good price. A true gem.”

“Finally found it today! She is inside the Collins Credit Union Building. The chicken salad croissant was one of the best ever. Add a cashew and a grape and it would take the record! Hubs said the Mac and cheese was great. Cheesy and a larger portion than he expected. Too full to try my cupcake!! The location was a bit odd at first but there's a couple of tables set up at the end of the lobby and the guy from the back came and turned in the fireplace for us! Service was top notch! Im going to call ahead for pick up next time but there will def be a next time!”

“la comida es asombrosa de un mexicano a otro muy buen sazon muchas gracias por su atencion la michelada y margarita 10 de10”

“From the moment we walked in, we knew it was the perfect place to celebrate our big day. The space is absolutely beautiful—modern, elegant, and welcoming. But what really made it special was the incredible team behind it all. The staff -especially Melissa-at The Hotel at Kirkwood went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. They were organized, responsive, and genuinely kind throughout the entire planning process. On the day of the wedding, everything was flawless—from the setup to the food to the flow of the evening. Our guests were raving about the venue, and we felt so supported every step of the way. If you're looking for a wedding location that combines style, comfort, and top-notch service, we can't recommend The Hotel at Kirkwood enough!”

“Izumi never disappoints! 💯”

“the food is so good my favorite birria tacos!! breatfas!!!”

“Visited Kava House and Cafe for the first time today. The atmosphere great, menu items delicious, and convenient location to hold a small business meeting. Highly recommend it.”

“They get me right every time”

“Great phó and sushi. There aren’t a lot of sit down Asian restaurants nearby that have nice ambiance and great cocktails, this spot has both. Definitely worth the drive to Solon.”

“The best food and beer around without question. Only thing closer is a small bar all the way on the west coast, this is the best you will ever get that isnt expensive”