Restaurants near Saint Donatus

“Love this little hidden gem of Iowa! Amazing space inside and out, and always very friendly service!”

“we have ate here on and off since moving here over 20 years ago. I love the salad bar and have always been very satisfied. However our most resent visit was NOT good. I got the cod and mashed potatoes . Our food took a long time and then my mashed potatoes and gravy were very cold. The waitress did not come back to the table for a long time. The boys were done eating and I was still waiting for a waiter to come. Eventually she came and warmed them up but by then my dinner was ruined and everyone was done eating. I will not eat warmed back up cod. So my whole dinner was chicken food. We may return but im in no hurry . Very disappointed in this visit. Never encountered this before, so hopefully it was an off day.”

“This morning was my first time to La Venta Specialty Coffee, and I loved it! The atmosphere was great, the pastries and drinks were wonderful, and the owners are awesome human beings!! I would definitely recommend going here!”

“excellent mocha, treats, empanadas, service and environment! it's so uplifting stopping in there!”

“The best Irish Benedict l have ever had. Fresh homemade corned beef. My wife had French Toast. Her first comment after the first bite. OMG is this good. If you are in Galena Charlie's Place is a MUST stop.”

“If you’re looking for a bakery that delivers both creativity and incredible flavor, look no further than Candle Ready Cakes! We stopped in for their special April Fools treats today, and let me tell you—they absolutely nailed it. We tried the “reuben,” “chicken nuggets,” and “bagel,” and they looked exactly like the real thing. The attention to detail was unreal. Your brain is fully convinced you’re about to bite into corned beef, Swiss cheese, thousand island, sauerkraut, and rye bread… but then—surprise! It’s a delicious sweet treat instead. From the very first bite, my tastebuds were dancing and immediately wanted more. It’s not just the visual trickery—it’s the flavor that seals the deal. And of course, we couldn’t leave without grabbing their ever-popular cake balls, which (as always) did not disappoint. Do yourself a favor and swing into Candle Ready Cakes any day of the week and grab a few boxes of cupcakes or treats. You’ll be hooked after one visit—I guarantee you’ll be coming back for more!”

“We loved it! We will be back!”

“Yummy gluten-free arepitas and empanadas, and delicious coffee with warm hospitality, and welcoming patio seating!!”

“Yes! Very intimate atmosphere and exquisite food. Very fresh food. Well worth going up the steps for! Loved it!”

“Always love getting my drinks here🤍”

“Stopped in for Breakfast, were seated quickly even without a reservation, server took our drink orders right away, asked about food allergies offered us their daily special and helpful suggestions to help decide. Food arrived right away, looked and tasted fantastic.”

“Chicken sandwich and also pork belly and shrimp were excellent. Way better food than a pub. Lots of beers on tape, great service, and cool vibe”

“We were passing through from Missouri. We would happily drive from central Missouri again just to eat here. Portions were large, food was delicious, nice atmosphere, service was great.”

“The food is delicious, service is great, portions are big! Love this place.”

“This is truly a hidden gem!! Stopped in for a drink, and left with a great experience! Carl, the owner, is amazing and very knowledgeable! Will be back very soon! Great for date nights, pre-game, or just to get out the house!”

“The food and service was great. And they have Gluten free options.”

“Fancy Atmosphere, Very kind and professional staff

My favorite thing was the Creme Brulee
My husband's was the Filet Mignon

Would eat here again! And again!”

“Authentic cuisine in a romantic bistro setting.”

“I was greeted with a smile and a friendly “good morning” on entering Jitterz. The place is warm and comfortable, and the service is excellent. The delicious fresh pastries and coffee turned it into a great morning.”

“Had the Bills Benedict and husband had Ireland Hash. We finished both and it was sooooo yummy. Will definitely add this to our breakfast rotation. I really like the variety of teas.”

“Great atmosphere and the tour is very interesting. Would be nice if they had service to the tables instead of just at the bar.”

“Great outdoor and indoor dining. Fudge are so good. Very instagramable place”

“I track all my daily calories. An app found this place after I scanned my plate. These powdered sugar donuts fit my remaining calories perfectly and were a good portion. The place has a nice atmosphere.”

“Amazing staff, delicious vanilla chai, and amazing breakfast sandwich!! The Dbq Arb was so happy to have you at our event yesterday! Hope to see you soon! :)”

“Great evening at Jubeck New World Brewing!”

“What an amazing local place to visit. With all the changes in life, it is wonderful to know that this place is still fantastic. The food is fresh and made with love. The staff was so friendly without being overbearing. The restaurant itself has a home filled atmosphere.”

“Amazing stop to finish our day shopping downtown. Food was excellent and the service was amazing! Stop in- you won’t be disappointed”

“I highly recommend Cucina Bella. I felt that I was back in Italy, where I have traveled extensively. The fresh food, the atmosphere, the music, the friendly staff and definitely BRAVO to the chef! The food reminds me of the authentic fresh food I had when I traveled in Italy! Include Cucina Bella for excellent dining as well as a memorable experience ! Enjoy!”

“Great service and friendly staff! Tacos were awesome. Will definitely be back soon.”

“We love this place! Always friendly service and great prices. Food is always good and you have to try to ice cream!”