Restaurants in Iowa City

“Great view! Great food!!!”

“Always excellent with partitions for privacy. The bar is dark. The drinks are excellent. The food is excellent. It’s always a class act every single time. Consistency and quality.”

“I'm gluten intolerant so I ordered the tomato bisque rather than the chips with my sandwich. The waiter heard me tell my friend why I was ordering the soup and checked to make sure I would be able to eat both the sandwich and the soup. He went above and beyond to cater to my needs. Our lunch was good and his entire demeanor and attitude were very pleasant. Worth stopping here since we were only in town for a doctor's visit at the hospital.”

“I've been looking for a great restaraunt in Iowa city for months. One of the best rib eyes, or streaks, I've eaten. You must eat here if you get the chance. And Kali was an outstanding server.”

“Cole is the best! He always made sure our drinks were full! Cole is the man!”

“I had my second visit today for lunch and I was pleasantly impressed even over my high expectations from my first visit. this will be a main stop any time I am in town. I forgot the bartenders name but he was working at 230 pm on Feb 24th. absolutely fantastic service”

“Really enjoyed the brunch. The Smoked Salmon Benedetto was great and loved the biscuit. The calamari was the besy I've had in Iowa City. The Tiramisu was a delicious way to finish a great meal.”

“Great use of flavors and ingredients. Will definitely be going back.”

“My wife and I went to the Black Angel for a late lunch about 4 pm today. We split a beef brisket sandwich with each us having a bowl of chicken tortilla soup. The soup was lukewarm and had to be reheated which was promptly and courteously done, as was all service rendered. This was our only complaint. Everything was excellent. Best Chicken Tortilla soup (not too spicy) ever had, The sandwich was great too. Yum!”

“Great Service, Food, atmosphere. Will visit again when in town.”

“Every review about each mouthful being a flavor explosion is accurate. Wife and I love trying new places, and this did not disappoint. Atmosphere was perfect, loud enough to afford you privacy but not so loud you’re shouting. Jess took her time and was very helpful. Lighting was excellent. The fried rice was the only thing I wasn't 100% on. The mushroom salad was phenomenal, locally sourced. We will definitely be back.”

“After a long day in the sun, went for a drink and had the best waitress around. The sun makes me grumpy but Ms. Hannah's bubbly spirit and kindness was just what I needed to not finish the day in disaster ❤️ Big Grove, you are lucky to have this little peanut and will be a big reason I return 🍻”

“My friends and I ate at I love FuFu last Wednesday night and it was AMAZING! It was the first time we had been there and our server was so helpful and knowledgeable about what to order, what things tasted like, spice levels. Everything was absolutely delicious! We will definitely be returning! This is Quad Cities GEM!!! Go! You won’t be disappointed!!! ✌️💕”

“Rachel is amazing. Entire place is great vibes.”

“We had a fantastic dinner service at Plated Table. The atmosphere was calm and relaxing. The environment was very peaceful with the natural light and the plants. The food was amazing. They were very accommodating with allergies like gluten and dairy intolerances. Can’t wait to come back.”

“Made reservations for my birthday. We had the bruschetta caprese as a starter. It was very fresh, tomatoes had tons of flavor. We ate every last shred of basil off the plate. My husband ordered the lobster which had amazing flavor and didn’t have the standard “seafood” taste I dread. I had the rissono which wasn’t at all greasy, or spicy. Decent portions and quality food. Servers are very well informed. I had two limontini’s which were delicious. Bar can get a bit behind in a rush. We finished with dessert, cheesecake with berries which was fine but not my favorite cheesecake. We will be back and sure to recommend!”

“Absolutely love the selection they have, 10/10 recommend trying out!”

“Oh my gosh we are here for my 25th birthday and the food was *chef kiss* delicious!! From our entrees to my birthday dessert was phenomenal and I can’t wait to eat here again!! Everything was very well seasoned and so fresh!”

“Found this place looking for a healthy menu while we were driving past Iowa City to Chicago. So glad we made the stop. Great location to see the University and enjoy some great food. I had the Açaí bowl and it was amazing, my husband had the turkey wrap which was a healthy choice for him 😊. The staff was super pleasant. Would definitely make this a stop if in Iowa City or just driving through. Love small businesses ❤️”

“Been coming here for years, and I love it just as much as the first time. Come check out their Build-a-Boards!”

“We come here regularly when we're in town to see a show at Hancher. Never been disappointed. We were there on May 2 for an early dinner. Best server ever! Brady -- he was new but handled everything wonderfully. Always smiling, attentive without hovering and always found an answer to any questions we had quickly. Please give this guy a raise!”

“Delicious & authentic Chinese food. Friendly staff & manager kindly helped with my high maintenance order. Food was ready right on time. Clean restaurant with a very impressive (large) menu. Will definitely be back.”

“Best bartenders and regulars in the business! Go Griff!”

“I'm consistently impressed by the exceptional service and food quality at The Bistro at the Courtyard by Marriott. Great Iowa City location just across from Kinnick Stadium in University Heights – the atmosphere is fantastic, the food is always fresh and top-notch, and the staff is outstanding. A consistently delightful experience, whether dining indoors or on the patio.”

“Favorite place to go- even on the weekdays! Bartenders are always super nice and welcoming (if I could name them all I would!). Never have I ever felt uncomfortable or unwelcome there. Everyone is always super nice- plus you can’t forget to take a pickle shot with Dilly the bartender before (or after) watching the show ♥ plus they have fun games over at AlleyCat.”

“We enjoyed a private party, the food was supreme, the staff was friendly, helpful and observant, the location great, and the interior decor and layout was perfect”

“Absolutely incredible food, amazing service too ❤️”

“My husband and I enjoyed the food and the atmosphere...and I thought the fresh-squeezed lemonade was the best! My husband had breakfast for dinner...all good. I chose the meatloaf which was such a generous portion that I could only finish half of it. It was the best meatloaf I've had in a restaurant. We've been here a few times before and purposely chose to dine here during our short trip to Iowa City. It did not disappoint!”

“These burgers are fantastic! If you are a burger lover, or just someone who appreciates food, you need to try Cracken’s Grill. Absolutely worth every single bite! 10/10.”

“. Fantastic place! I recently moved from Chicago and have been here twice already. The food is amazing, and the customer service is beyond exceptional. All of the staff are kind and professional, but Lily truly deserves special recognition, she has the best serving attitude, outstanding customer service, and makes guests feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. Her positive energy and professionalism make a real difference. Wishing everyone here continued success, I’ll definitely be back again!”

“Fantastic food, friendly people!! I had papusas and the pan con pollo sandwich. The papusas were delicious and that sandwich… if you enjoy a bahn mi, you gotta try this!! 10/10 5 stars!🌟”

“I love dancing there with my friends!”

“Excellent sandwiches. Our baby loves to eat the baguettes every time we go. The vegetarian one is really good and my husband loves the pork belly banh mi.”

“its great ice cream, the wife loves it, it is small and some young people learning keep up the good product.”

“Best Cuban Sandwich I’ve ever had! Horchata is amazing and the atmosphere is warm and inviting! I love this place!!”

“Everything was wonderful, start to finish. We had gluten free La Verte and gluten free L'Ocean. Delicious, delicate, and definitely something we'll come back for! We finished off our meal sharing a gluten free Paris dessert crepe. Beautiful and tasted better than it looks!”

“The ingredients are fresh, the portion is generous and the staff is friendly.”

“The tunes are fresh and wild.”

“Wonderful place with sustainable vegan coffees and pastries. You gotta try the BamBam coffee! Convenient walk up window!”

“Great atmosphere and even better people!! Maryam, Laila, and Abraham are awesome always welcoming and chatting with us!! We appreciate them so much and look forward to coming back every week”

“Stopped to meet a close friend while we were in the area vacationing. Great atmosphere for sitting down and having a fun and relaxing time with an old friend and meeting some new friends.”

“The Encounter Café is a true gem in Iowa City! The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and full of charm. The servers were incredibly kind and attentive, providing excellent service that made the whole experience feel personal and uplifting. The cinnamon rolls were out of this world—fluffy, fresh, and perfectly sweet—easily the best I’ve ever had. Their coffee was fresh and flavorful, and every dish we tried from the breakfast menu was outstanding, made with quality ingredients and served hot. If you’re looking for a heartfelt, delicious breakfast spot in Iowa City, The Encounter Café is a must-visit.”

“Excellent food, eclectic specials, one of the better and more creative restaurants in Iowa City”

“I ordered a vanilla heart shaped cake from her with a photo on top, and it it came out perfect! She responded so fast and worked with me to make the cake exactly how I wanted it. She was so kind and with great the cake tasted and look, I would tell anyone and everyone to get a cake from her!!!”

“We tried this Restaurant out for the first time this last Saturday. We did call and get reservation earlier that week though due to UofI graduations. We ordered seven different items off their menu. I have to tell you, they were all great. The farmhouse salad, the Burrata, the pizzas and my favorite, the Seven-Layer Lasagna Bolognese! Well done Maggie’s! A+++++”

“Best clever cocktails. Emmie's invention - the Pepperontini cannot be beat!”

“delicious food always, gracious service”

“I came in today. I ordered a burger. it was the tap tap to be exact. I wanted to add bacon on it but there wasn't an option for the bartender to add that when she placed my order. Instead, she went back to the kitchen to check with the cooks to see if it could be an option and they made it happen. such a great way of going above and beyond.”

“Always a delight for any book lover.”

“Ate here on November 7 in the early afternoon. I ordered the baked white fish dinner, which included a large roll, French fries and a side salad. The fish was a large portion and baked to perfection. Our waitress was friendly and took good care of us. All employees were friendly. The place appeared clean and there is ample parking. Prices are reasonable. Would definitely come back again when in Iowa City.”

“Wonderful atmosphere -great service”

“NODO IS a PRECIOUS GEM! ALWAYS FAntastic incredible food! A must stop whenever nearby. I SO wish they would clone themselves in QC's. Every sandwich is perfect prep, ingredients, flavoring. Everything homemade. Absolute consistency of quality over YEARS. I don't know HOW they do this with low prices, maybe BC counter order--but then they serve to table & clear!? With happiness & speed?! Excellent homemade soups to die for, Iowa-City-made Cobra Verde + great coffee/cold bew, + wine--everything you could possibly want plus outdoor seating + great music. Live long & prosper, NODO”

“I ordered a bulk meats order for a graduation party Jaden helped me get exactly what I wanted and needed and told me just what to do to make sure my food would be delicious and perfect the day of my event. And it WAS everything was so delicious all the guests raved about the food!”

“They had a lots of really good ice-cream options! I had a brownie flavored one, and it was absolutely delicious! 10/10 I do recommend”

“Great food, but staff could use some more personality like the expertise of the Wendy's Drive Thru Guy exemplifies. That Man could make this delicious food even better!”

“Amazing place for food and drink just block from my home. Very Worth the drive if you live elsewhere.”

“Great experience regarding the atmosphere at Papa Murphy’s, the service provided by Papa Murphy’s workers, and especially the fantastic taste of the pizza itself.”

“Pagliai’s Pizza is the kind of place that reminds you why the best dining experiences are often the simplest. Tucked away in Iowa City, this unassuming neighborhood institution feels like a hidden treasure — and after our first visit, the only disappointment was realizing it took us four years, and the eve of graduation, to finally discover it. What makes Pagliai’s even more remarkable is its history. Serving Iowa City since 1957, the restaurant has spent decades perfecting the art of traditional pizza-making, and that experience is evident in every detail. In an era where restaurants constantly chase trends, Pagliai’s has endured by staying true to what it does best. From the moment you walk in, Pagliai’s embraces an old-school charm that feels increasingly rare. The dining room is cozy and inviting, filled with classic booths and intimate tables that create the perfect atmosphere for an authentic pizza night. There’s no unnecessary flash here — just a restaurant that knows exactly what it is and executes it beautifully. The menu follows the same philosophy of simplicity done right. Beer, wine, and soda accompany what is unquestionably the star of the show: the pizza. Offered in both original crust and double dough, the pies arrive perfectly crafted and unapologetically delicious. We ordered two large original crust pizzas, and every slice passed the ultimate “flop test” with flying colors — crisp enough to hold its shape, yet still perfectly tender with each bite. What makes Pagliai’s so memorable is its confidence in tradition. The ingredients are fresh, the flavors are balanced, and the experience feels refreshingly genuine. Add in prices that are remarkably reasonable, and it becomes clear why this Iowa City staple has thrived for nearly seven decades. Whether you’re a longtime Iowa City resident or simply passing through, Pagliai’s Pizza is a must-visit destination — a timeless pizza parlor that quietly delivers one of the best meals in town.”

“Me: The Nutella smores My roommate: anything peanut butter 10/10”

“What a treat. It is to be a musician, And be invited to perform at this fine facility, The experience it's what you think of and want as a musician. Place dedicated to music and create food, that makes your mouth water from smelling it. Hands down the best Smoked brisket I have ever ever had! It's out of this world. Everything you serve is amazing, The coleslaw is exquisite. And I didn't even say nothin about how amazing the stage and sound and atmosphere is playing in your venue. It's top notch that chandelier, just sets such a vibe, It's a classy joint i'm gonna say. Thanks for existing. Thanks for letting me play!”

“Best tea and bubble tea around!”

“Love it would definitely come back and bring friends”

“food is always great as well as the service. oh, and they make deviled eggs much more delicate compared to most places. with the option to sprinkle bacon on top of their deviled eggs, you definitely got a chefs kiss right there”

“Great service and our food was delicious! Highly recommend”

“Great coffee, always clean. Exceptional light.”

“Sidekick Coffee and Books is one of my favorite places in the world. I have been coming since they opened, and as time goes on, it just gets better and better. The coffee is the BEST. My favorite drinks are the iced Winnie the Pooh latte and the smoked salt maple latte. The food is also delicious, my favorites being the quiche and the cinnamon rolls. The staff is so kind and helpful. The atmosphere in Sidekick is extremely cozy. They have a great selection of books, toys, games, puzzles, and other gift items. It's a great place to find a perfect gift, and they wrap for free! The events are another one of my favorite things about Sidekick. They have several book clubs, author events, storytimes, trivia and more. My kids (ages 8 and 3) also love Sidekick. It's a fantastic place to bring your kids. They have ice cream, a train table, and fun cubbies to read in! I also highly recommend the summer camps. My daughter did 2 last year, and will be doing them again this summer! Katy and the staff and her staff make Sidekick a place you will want to come back to again and again.”

“What do I recommend about Press? The owners, the staff, the coffee, the atmosphere, their ethos and values. This coffee shop is a gem, I am so glad they are in my neighborhood. They support local artists and local events. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“SO happy to see that Saigon’s Corner is now on Chomp! (Maybe this isn’t new, but I don’t remember seeing them there before). We got a ton of food for a very reasonable price, it was very well packaged (pho broth separate from noodles, veg, protein, etc), arrived in a very reasonable time (even on a Saturday night) and it was all fresh and really delicious. We easily have enough for lunch for both of us tomorrow as well. We will definitely be ordering again, and can’t wait!!”

“Amazing food! A lot of love is in this cooking. Great chicken and wonderful sides!”

“had a wonderful time the staff and atmosphere was fantastic I recommend people to check it out .”

“A true classic bar. Incredible staff for 40 plus years”

“This is a good asian food spot in Iowa city. We have eaten here several times. The sushi is usually quite good. Sometimes the ramen is better than others. There are a lot of good vegetarian options here as well. They do serve sake. They have a very diverse menu and I'm sure we will be back again.”

“Traveling Nurse here. I have not had a Gyro this good in a long while. She promised me I would love it and I did. Will be stopping by again when I am in the area. And OMG the fries too. Thanks so much.”

“Ate here on November 7 in the early afternoon. I ordered the baked white fish dinner, which included a large roll, French fries and a side salad. The fish was a large portion and baked to perfection. Our waitress was friendly and took good care of us. All employees were friendly. The place appeared clean and there is ample parking. Prices are reasonable. Would definitely come back again when in Iowa City.”

“Ate here for the first time before attending an Iowa basketball game nearby. There were good choices on the menu. I had the spicey Italian meatball grinder with fries. It was good and very filling. Prices seemed reasonable. The place was noisy so it was hard to socialize with my friends. Otherwise, a good place to eat and would go there again if in town.”

“Can’t wait to go back next time I’m in town”

“Food was made fresh when ordered and was really good. Definitely going back next time I'm in Iowa City.”

“This is our favorite place for family dinners. The food is delicious; the service outstanding and the atmosphere is bright and friendly.”

“Beautiful presentation and flavors!”

“The food is delicious and the prices are reasonable.”

“Omg. What an experience!!! The girls working were so friendly. The honeydew drink immediately caught my eye and I got it with boba. When I tell you this drink was so good, I mean SO GOOD. I cannot wait to come back. 10 stars from me.”

“Loved it! Would recommend really like the steak tacos.”

“Deluxe has been a consistent go-to choice for any dessert (our wedding cakes!) or treats (cookies for our veterinarian) They have done multiple special orders (Scottie shortbread and gingerbread) over the years, but just grabbing some petit-fours or an almond apricot croissant to hit the spot.”

“the greatest bar! We highly recommend!”

“Really happy with my visit to El Paso Mexican Tienda Y Taqueria. Good selection and the prices were very reasonable. The store was clean, well-stocked, and easy to navigate. I'll be recommending this spot to everyone I know.”

“Everything about Hyper is TOP NOTCH. Everytime I come in the employees are so kind and sweet. My drinks are always fantastic no matter what I get (coffee, energy, etc.). I absolutely adore Hyper.”

“It's a great experience to be able to still visit an Old Fashioned Dairy Queen, we know and love McWane people and it doesn't hurt anything that you give out Pup Cups!”

“Food is delicious and the staff is the best. Only the second time there and they remembered us. Their was also a power outage that knocked out the entire street. They did great under pressure!!!! If you haven’t tried it you must. Even the 10 year old tries something new and loved it”

“I have previously disliked the dentist due to trauma to my front teeth and anxiety surrounding visits. This was the first office I felt so confident in and they were SO friendly. Everyone here is amazing and they also do FANTASTIC work. Dr. Shaw takes his time to make sure your teeth and comfort are 100%!!”

“I've been mail-ordering my Peruvian French Roast from Steve for almost a decade, and he always gets it sent whatever date I schedule. Consistently wonderful roasts, consistently excellent customer service. I don't want my coffee from anywhere else!”

“We had the best burgers!! Definitely try the Dundee!!! SO yum!!”

“Always great pizza, every time. Long time customer (decades by now) !”

“their chicken bacon ranch pizza is fantastic!”

“Ethan aat the front security, was awesome and understanding when I realized I had something in my pockets he offered to hold it for me until I left. Awesome people, he could have turned me away but instead worked things out for me to go in. 10 out of 10. Will return”

“Le Gourmet has great burgers, french fries, and even better service. While the wait is slightly longer than Jimmy John's, for the same price you can have a delicious, hot, and fresh burger, fries, and drink combo.”

“Brothers is THE place in IOWA CITY ! Was back in town since graduating last year and gosh I miss that place so much . Had a great bartender named Zach and he was just so dope the whole night 🥵 the music was aight but nevertheless bartending and vibe there is nothing short of brilliant !🤑 if you haven’t been what are you doing ! Go live a little !”

“This place is the cutest little hangout spot. I 10/10 recommend their fish bowl cocktail paired with some corn nuggets. Can’t find that anywhere else in Iowa city!! The staff is so friendly. Try to make it there on a Sunday and enjoy the environment created for meat raffle, win some free food! Love CAMP so much, definitely will be back to visit again.”

“Stopped in this morning for a Snowball flight! Every sip was fantastic. We drive from Anamosa and it’s worth it every time! We will definitely continue to make this a regular stop when we are in the area. Very happy to hear about the 2nd location as well! Congratulations.”

“Delicious food. There needs to be some education of staff on ADA allowances for service dogs. They tried to tell my husband his SD was not allowed. They are right down the road from the VA hospital, I can’t imagine this is the first time they’ve seen one?!”

“Gracie M sets the standard of bartending like Alabama sets the standard of college football. Drinks are always on point, service is quick, and her energy makes the whole place better. She somehow manages to keep everyone happy even when it’s packed, and she does it with a smile. If Gracie’s working, you already know it’s going to be a good night.”

“Good food, bright and clean atmosphere and friendly people”

“the food is generous and tasty”

“Didn’t see the first shark for about half an hour – a tiger – thirteen footer. You know how you know that when you’re in the water, Chief? You tell by lookin’ from the dorsal to the tail. What we didn’t know was our bomb mission had been so secret, no distress signal had been sent. They didn’t even list us overdue for a week. Very first light, Chief, sharks come cruisin’. So we formed ourselves into tight groups…the idea was, the shark comes to the nearest man and he starts poundin’ and hollerin’ and screamin’. Sometimes the shark go away. Sometimes he wouldn’t go away. Sometimes that shark, he looks right into ya, right into your eyes. Y’know, the thing about a shark, he’s got lifeless eyes, black eyes, like a doll’s eyes. When he comes after ya, he doesn’t seem to be livin’ until he bites ya, and those black eyes roll over white, and then – aww, then you hear that terrible high-pitch screamin’, the ocean turns red, and in spite of all the poundin’ and the hollerin’, they all come in and rip ya to pieces…in that first dawn, we lost a hundred men. I don’t know how many sharks, maybe a thousand. I don’t know how many men. They averaged six an hour…Noon the fifth day, Mr. Hooper, a Lockheed Ventura saw us. He swung in low and he saw us…and he come in low and three hours later, a big fat PBY [seaplane] comes down and start to pick us up. You know, that was the time I was most frightened – waitin’ for my turn. I’ll never put on a life jacket again. So, eleven hundred men went in the water, three hundred and sixteen men come out, and the sharks took the rest, June the 29th, 1945. Anyway, we delivered the bomb”

“The Chicken Lo Mein was really delicious! There was plenty of chicken and vegetables, and it even came with rice. For only a little over $8, the portion and quality are amazing. Great value and very tasty. I’ll definitely come back!”

“Wow great sandwiches in such a hidden spot! Brian gave particularly wonderful service and I felt very taken care of by the warm friendly staff and amazing sandwiches. As a St Louis resident with a great sandwich scene I can say the recommendation was well worth going out of my way for!”

“The kids and I come here on the regular. Lots of good drinknamd food options. I enjoy tue variety of sugar free options since I am diabetic but still enjoy coffee”

“we love the chicago pizza alfredo and the Tuscany chicken bread”

“Great service!! Tasty food and fun atmosphere!!”

“They have the best cookies EVER!!”

“The waiter was great, I ordered steak tacos, Mexican style with cheese and lime on the side (my go to) and he recommended the Quesabirria with steak and they were hands down the absolute best steak tacos I have ever had!! Will definitely go back and I highly recommend this restaurant!!”

“The Slammin’ Salmon omelette was awesome!”

“I wish I found this place earlier in my stay in Iowa city. this place is a great value! will definitely be trying more when in the area.”

“Hands down, this is the best bar in Iowa City. Great bartenders who are friendly but don't take crap from anyone. Pool is cheaper than at Deadwood. Shots cheaper than George's Buffet. Plus the jukebox? You can't lose.”

“I enjoyed the food very much. I also like their store.”

“this is my favorite restaurant in iowa city. the hamburgers here are just so amazing. the atmosphere is fantastic. and i would die for a pie shake. it cannot be overstated how good this place is.”

“Not a fan of the forced Starbucks card payment with the app, but the staff is very friendly and I enjoyed visiting.
Thank you for making my custom frappe!”

“Them Tacos Boiy🔥soo good!”

“Incredible blueberry scones!! The most delicious I’ve ever had! Highly recommended by me and my morning cup of coffee. ;)”

“Luv Sumo Sushi! Great lunch and Happy Hour specials, delicious and beautiful sushi. Anthony and staff are so lovely. They brought my lunch out to the curb so I didn't have to park and walk with the broken foot!! So nice?”

“We love Sno Biz! Great snack on a hot day!”

“First time ordering from here and I will continue to do so. The chicken schwarma was amazing and the falafel was too.”

“I ordered grilled cheese for lunch today. I thought it is vegetarian and realized it contained bacon while eating it. Even though it was completely my fault, they were very understanding and offered me a new sandwich for free. It was super delicious. Thank you again”

“Lip City Pizza is a solid choice in Iowa City. The drinks were excellent and everything was reasonably priced. Great menu variety and the flavors were spot on. I'll be recommending this spot to everyone I know.”

“Best Mexican food I’ve had in a very long time. Letty served us and she was absolutely amazing. Definitely recommend especially for the prices and great tasting food! Will be coming back!”

“always great service n vibe”

“One of several Iowa City locations. My husband is the pickiest coffee snob but their Americano gets his approval. He also buys their bags of coffee beans. I love drinking Lotus energy drinks and they have 3 or 4 with clever 'power plant' names like Infrared and Ultraviolet. Huge RK treats, rich fudgy brownies, tiramisu, scones, muffins, cookies, soups, salads, sandwiches. Mismatched furniture with couches, side tables, different types of chairs and several seating areas. A casual, laid back atmosphere.”

“It's great to meet people there”

“On Wednesday afternoon, 03/04/2026, some guy tried to drive through Scooter’s in a big pickup truck, pulling a U-Haul trailer. Of course, it was obvious to everyone but him that this was NOT a good idea. Scooter’s traffic was backed up. Two employees did a FABULOUS job of taking care of customers as the driver of the pickup and his passenger unhooked the U-Haul and got out of the way. Those girls!!!!! One was outside taking orders, running inside and getting them from the barista. Then they delivered them to each customer. The customers had to back out of the driveway since they couldn’t get out the drive-through. It was a sight to see! Kudos to those girls for successfully taking on a challenge that was totally unavoidable and out of their control.”

“20260503: I enjoy walking over to the HyVee Market Grille for breakfast. 2 eggs, 2 pieces of bacon, 2 pancakes, a fruit cup and coffee for ~$8. A great deal in my opinion, and I don't have any pans or plates to wash.

20250928: My grown son, wife and I walked over to the HyVee Market Grille for breakfast. I had the everything omelet with pancakes and fruit, my son had The Good Start, and my wife had pancakes.

The restaurant was busy, being Sunday and U of Iowa Homecoming. The eggs in my omelet were cooked properly, and my family enjoyed their food.

Alicia is a fantastic server, remembering who we are and our preferences.

20250116: My wife and l like the HyVee Market Grille, particularly for breakfast, but also for burgers, etc, during Trivia Night on Thursdays. The service is fantastic, and the booths are a bit more private than you find at a lot of other pubs because there's a glass panel above the bench backs.

You would think the food would be a bit better since the restaurant is, after all, in a grocery store, so fresh produce is literally within 2 minutes from the kitchen.”

“Can be a bit busy at times but the staff is great. I had my drink taken by another customer and the staff immediately made me a new one so I did not have to wait.”

“For the most part quite local bar with pool tables and good company if your from around here. Always someone you know. Breakfast when they have it is top notch and the other foods pretty good too for the price”

“The view was great, this is my go-to place for lunch on campus. The milk and cold brew is always out tho… they need to make better effort to check them frequently. Saw a staff touched a slice of bread without gloves on and put back. She was definitely not working at that time, she had her back pack and everything, that felt gross.”

“I had the pleasure of meeting Laura while visiting Iowa City, she was kind enough to give me 2 bottles of their salsa, as I am a fan of spicy dips of all sorts. The salsa was delicious, a good heat, without losing the vibrant flavors of a top quality salsa. Top of the line quality!”

“When I went to pump it up, they immediately got right to the point. They took off my tire and pumped it up to 30 psi. My ride home was smooth sailing. Thank you pump it up for pumping up my tire and saving the day.”

“We had food catered for our graduation party. great food and great service. 10/10 recommend!!”

“food is always excellent and service is always great when I stop by.”

“I dined with Gumby's for years until I left Iowa City and you can't beat them- we miss them a lot!”

“They did a great job and made a great effort to make my nails beautiful!!”

“Since I can't leave a new post I ended up deleting my last one to leave this. Went back and had an amazing experience this time. All the workers where very nice, had smiles on their faces and the energy tonight was just joyful. Not just with my family but everyone else in the restaurant. The people working tonight was very sweet and understanding and I will be going back again. Thank you for the amazing time tonight.”

“Kid-friendliness: Family friendly restaurant. Awesome place for families to get together for a meal. Recommend it.

Parking: Plenty of parking places.

Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access for folks with disabilities.

Dietary restrictions: My wife is allergic to egg york and the restaurant was able to accommodate for that.”

“These smaller Starbucks branded stores are usually quite good and offer the familiar drinks, foods, and quality one expects from Starbucks. Having a Starbucks in the hotel is convenient. Fast friendly service.”

“I had a great experience at Burge, Amazing location to have lunch. You will find a lot of varieties there. They especially have a section for international foods. If you don't belong to the UI, it's also affordable at a rate of 11$.”

“10000% recommend picking up the food. Always have problems when delivered. Unfortunately they are now blacklisted by me. But i enjoy the food but cant go pick it up. I’ve been a customer for about 10+ years and highly recommend the Ben’s Other pizza. Very good! Very balanced for price, quality, and value. Just Do not get delivery. In my opinion, obviously.”

“We printed some apparel for Coach's Corner and after one of the owners ( my good friend. Brian) came in to pick them up and spoke highly of his business' food, we decided to visit and try it out. The food was DELICIOUS!!! Very nice atmosphere and the service was good. We're now mutual customers! Loved seeing staff wearing apparel we printed for them”

“This Dunkin is really a fun little novelty downtown, the outside has a really fun eccentric midcentury vibe which juxtaposes the really nice modern interior. They are a really small location but manage to work through everyone pretty quick with decent quality.”

“Food normally is great but when you get your food through drive thru and get to work and see only a half container of fries, it makes for a disappointing review. 🤷🏼‍♂️🤷🏼‍♂️”

“Mediocre and expensive food. Terrible service - took forever to get our order, but the waitresses were friendly. $55 for two sandwiches, side salads and two beers with tip.”

“Always a good time and they have a great selection of beer.”

“Went for the chicken but even through it was recently put out it was very dry even dark meat was dry.
, I assume it was in the warmer too long. Tried the new chicken strips, same thing very dry only took 1 bite. Rest of food was ok. My wife said if the chicken isn’t good, no reason to be there.”

“There pepperoni pizza is delicious”

“We love to have our amazing chocolates with their women grown amazing coffee!”

“Try the Purple Haze Latte if you enjoy lavender coffee!! I wasn't sure if I'd like it, but they informed me they use organic lavender, I wasn't disappointed!”

“Just visited the new location and I have to say, it’s even better than before. The atmosphere is vibrant, welcoming, and perfect whether you’re out with friends, family, or just grabbing a bite on your own. You can really feel the energy as soon as you walk in. The food? Absolutely delicious. Every dish is packed with flavor and clearly made with care. It’s one of those places where you already know what you’re ordering next time before you even leave. It’s been busy most nights, which honestly says everything you need to know. Despite the crowd, the experience still feels enjoyable and worth it. What I love most is that it truly caters to all ages, you’ll see everything from families to date nights to groups celebrating. Definitely a spot that’s only getting better with its new home. Highly recommend checking it out if you haven’t yet!”

“Never disappointed! Consistently great pizza!!”

“Nice little place. Only seats about 25, but most of their business seems to be carry out anyway. Typical Chinese food, about average, nothing special. Don't know if I'll be back or not. Parking is a task; barely enough spaces for the businesses. However, the prices are very reasonable for their lunch specials. Then again, you get what you pay for nowadays.”

“Had a really solid visit at this Firehouse Subs in Iowa City! The food came out just right—fresh bread, generous portions, and everything tasted great. What stood out most was how welcoming the team was, they made the whole experience easy and enjoyable. It’s a dependable spot when you’re craving a good sandwich”

“Tammie must be lying,,cause if anyone knows the owner he's not taking a meal off anyone's tickets without a lengthy debate..let alone pay someone for.good google reviews..I suppose that if I went to a restaurant where I was poisoned with rotten food, with visible mold and msg pouring out of it. I WOULD SPEND LESS TIME MAKING NOTES ABOUT THIS HORRIBLE THING THAT IS HAPPENING TO YOU..and probably ask to speak to someone Manager ..owner...doctor or nurse after all this diarrhea..your fingers work great though...Very credibel hands mamm.”

“Had a two nice sandwiches today. Speedy service and helpful employees. Bread was fresh and the meat/tuna tasted just great. The only down side was two of the five booths had boxes stacked on them so only three of the tables could be used.”

“We LOVED Aspen Leaf! Delicious deserts and the friendliest service!”

“Best gyro!! The worker was so nice. Definitely recommend and will be back! Glad we can get them during the day now too!!!”

“As a west coast coffee snob, good coffee is hard to find in the Midwest. Definitely recommend! Will be back!!!”

“I really love their noodles. Especially the Japanese pan noodles oh my word. So good. I’m just never disappointed here. The prices are always great. The portions are sizable. The location is convenient. The rice krispies are out of this world! Getting the kids meal is also a great way to get a good amount of food for very cheap. Love this place!”

“Iowa is the last place I’d expect to find good Indian food tbh. Place was recommended by The Iowa Gallivant, and did not disappoint. Got the lamb vindaloo and garlic naan and was very satisfied. Some of the best vindaloo and naan I’ve ever had, hands down. 10/10 recommend!”

“The flavors here are so authentic, it feels like a culinary journey through India. Every dish is bursting with spices and richness! I love when waiters/staff talk to each other in their native language, adds more flavor to the experience.”

“This place is lit! Super cool vibe and the best bartenders and staff! Keep it going 👍🔥”

“I feel like late night asian food is hit or miss, you gotta order correctly. So if you want to love your food from here? Dry Pot Tofu, Crispy spicy chicken (sub fish if you're into that) And the Congee. So good. And I'm hella picky and into typically traditional. Thanks Uncle Sun”

“Best sushi as a person with celiac disease . I enjoyed my sushi so much . Dylan was so knowledgeable about everything that was on the menu and what can be made gluten free . Definitely coming back again”

“we ate here for the first time on Tuesday and the service was phenomenal! your server, Kate, needs a raise or promotion because she was outstanding! very friendly and engaged. we will definitely be back!”

“I had a great experience at Starbucks Coffee. The drinks were excellent and everything was reasonably priced. The food was fresh and full of flavor, with generous portions. Highly recommend it and I'll be back for sure.”

“pup cups , my dog Herbie loves them.”