Pops main thang cafe

395 Main St, Lansing
(563) 538-2048

Recent Reviews

Liz Carlson Jones

Fantastic fried chicken! It was crispy and the seasoning was just right. The dinner came with 4 pieces of chicken, so we've got some for tomorrow. Dibs!

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric Jones

Pop's was simply awesome. We had the fried chicken and the shrimp po' boy. Both were amazing. In all honesty, the chicken was probably the best fried chicken I've ever had. The sides were also outstanding. It was one guy doing everything, and he managed to do it successfully. Couldn't ask for better. We will definitely return to Pop's. So happy to have another great restaurant in our town.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sandra Sweet

Came to Lansing to stay in cabin for our anniversary. We order steak dinners and they did not disappoint. Steaks cooked perfectly and sides were absolutely amazing! Super friendly service! We will definitely order here again when we come back this way. Thank you ? ❤️

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Larry

Pop's is a unique eatery, both for the food, and for Pop himself. The menu isn't huge, but it touches all of the food categories and consists of items not normally seen in rural Iowa. Here's the current menu, but what I find interesting thus far are the several sides shown in the lower left. Grilled veggies and fried cabbage may sound boring, but they're both surprisingly tasty. I've also tried the burger, chicken sandwich, and gumbo, all of which were excellent. Pop is a sharp, interesting fellow who has been in the restaurant business since his early teens and has lived and worked in several mid-western cities.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Derek Dotzler

Service was great, loved the atmosphere and the food was really good. Owner was very kind and inviting. We will forsure be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Matthew Thompson

Best fried chicken north of Louisiana.

Bella

Delicious and fresh. Will DEFINITELY be returning and telling everyone I know about this place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mark Williams

The chicken tenders and waffle was great; the chicken tenders were done perfectly. We also had catfish nuggets, which were wonderful. The french fries are perfect too! I'll be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Neva Peterson

The food was very good.The chicken was cooked perfectly. Could tell that everything was homemade. The place was busy and only one worker but he kept up the best he could and did a great job. Definitely recommend and will be going back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Patricia Cook

Grilled veggies, baked potato, chicken absolutely delicious. Loved every bite. Thanks Pops!Vegetarian options: Some tasty options. Recommend the grilled veggies. Wow.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Craig Wood

The fried chicken was the best I ever had and I order it alot from many places. The shrimp poor boy was excellent the fries were perfectly seasoned and the gumbo was so good we went back to get more for dinner.

Food: 5

Francy Scurato

Food here is exceptional. Good cooking takes a little time, but totally worth it. I have never tasted better chicken anywhere. The coleslaw is homemade and delicious! Taking home the cheesecake with strawberries was a great touch to the meal. Staff is friendly and a great addition to this downtown. I will keep returning.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Robert Weber

What a treasure it is to have an old school soul food restaurant in Lansing. We’ve been there twice so far. The chicken is the best we’ve had, as was the shrimp po boy and the Mac and cheese. The real deal. The food was a little slow coming out, but definitely worth the wait. The staff were friendly and attentive. Pops took the time to chat us up. I’m sure we’ll be regulars.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ashton Mckee

Service sucked.. took an hour and ten minutes to get our food .. waitress blamed it on chicken takes along time (it was just chicken tenders that were thin) when others who walked in after us were served before us that also had chicken. French fries were undercooked.. very soggy chicken sandwich was overcooked and dry.. had to go ask for the rest of our meal that didn’t come out….wont be back that’s for sure!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Jesie Lynn

Had breakfast here this morning and it’s easily the best breakfast spot around. It was all well seasoned and cooked perfectly. I’ll definitely be back soon.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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