Restaurants in Waukee

“Quite possibly the best bbq on the planet!! They had lots of gluten free choices.. all meat and sauces are gluten free. Although they served the food with 4 huge slices of bread which seems unnecessary and is totally cross contamination. The brisket was melt in your mouth amazing! The garlic Parmesan potatoes were very delicious!”

“Absolutely love this place, must order is the Wanton Nachos. Everytime we have friends visit this is where we go. Also I do not know where they got the bathroom wallpaper but I need to know cause I want it in my bathroom.”

“I'm extremely picky about boba so it can be hard to find boba places that I like, and I thought I had found my favorite boba place... and then I tried Zenko and now other boba will never beat it lol. I'm a very routine-order person so I've only ever tried the black sugar milk tea with boba here, but I lowkey just never bothered trying any of their other drinks simply because this one is so good. Most of my friends who do like several of their drinks also tend to gravitate towards the black sugar milk tea as well, though, so I feel validated in always ordering the same drink over and over :) It's also so cozy and fun inside all the shops--I've been to three of the locations and they all have the same relaxing vibe, lots of plants and soft music.”

“The food is so good and they are lightning fast! Def check out their spicy chicken, I think it starts with a “K”?”

“I’m gluten and dairy sensitive. Staff and the chef have always been so understanding and accommodating! The food is outstanding and so are the staff!!”

“Fabulous Anniversary dinner with Liz!!!!”

“Great food and drinks! Service was fantastic, thank you to Cory and Zoey!! The kitchen team was hard working!!”

“Food is excellent. The servings are amazing. The staff is friendly and attentive. Bill is an excellent cook.”

“Thank you for supporting Radiant Elementary by feeding the staff some delicious food this past week! The staff is wonderful and the food is amazing!”

“They used to be really good, then it seems like they started counting the strips of meat on their gyros sandwiches. I noticed it the last 2-3 times I visited, so I stopped.

Even my family from out of town who used to order their family platter noticed. So we don't patronize them anymore.”

“Had a great experience Saturday afternoon! The Reuben was GREAT. It was up there with our favorite which we have to drive to Omaha for! Drink prices were super fair and the Guinness’s were poured right. We will be back :)”

“The wings were amazing. Super crispy outside and juicy inside. I had the Thai Basil and son had the Honey Gochjang. Both were awesome. Hoping for the best for them.”

“Always excellent service. Always wonderful smiles. Excellent food. I highly recommend ordering your pizza with double dough. And don't sleep on the sausage sub. You won't regret it!”

“such a fun atmosphere to enjoy great bands and dance the night away!!!!”

“I love this place so much!! The ice cream is always fresh and delicious. I know the owners because I use to have their kids in daycare and they are such a sweet family. Definitely my favorite ice cream shop in the area!”

“The best ice cream ever! They have key lime ice cream and it’s my favorite and they also have the dole…. cherry dole is my favorite!”

“Just popped into The Coffeesmith to try it out for the first time - I immediately had to run and leave a review bc it’s just that good! I tried the summer seasonal smores latte, I am a smores latte connoisseur, and this one was amazing!! But what really had me running to leave a stellar review? The almond patty pastry. Only one bite into it and I’ve determined it’s going to be something I crave way too often. Growing up in Eastern Iowa as a bohemie, iykyk, I frequently visited Jaarsma’s and know my way around almond pastries of all kinds. The Coffesmith’s almond patty rivals all others! You have to have it! 🤩🥐”

“Tried Hyper Energy Grand Island for the 1st time and wasn't disappointed at all. Great Serviice, great drinks and great flavor.”

“Went to 5 Borough Bakery today for the first time. My husband and I went 2 hours and 45 min after opening (10:45 am) on a Saturday. Their temporary hours state they're open until 2pm, so still another 3+ hours to go. Unfortunately, they had just 6 options to choose from and said that's all they had left for the day. We chose to go with Cinnamon rolls - they've been so highly regarded, we were looking forward to trying them for ourselves. Individuals were $5, or a 6-pack was $20 (but each roll was quite a bit smaller than what is provided in the individuals). We chose the 6-pack. Once we got home, the cinnamon rolls were very dense, not fluffy, some spots were hard while others were doughy, and frosting had little flavor - a whipped butter frosting (which tasted like there wasn't any vanilla in it, very bland), instead a cream cheese or other flavorful frosting. Overall, we were pretty disappointed with the cinnamon rolls after hearing so much hype about them. This plus the lack of selection and pricing have us hesitant on giving this place another shot.”

“We got our food to go. It was ready way quicker than we expected. Staff was very friendly and engaging also.”

“We love this restaurant! We live closer to the Clive location so we order from there all of the time, both dine in and take out. I recently also had them cater a Saturday lunch at work for us and they knocked it out of the park! Eddie is a phenomenal asset to this restaurant. Always friendly and helpful. Great rewards program as well. Highly recommended!”

“The owner is an absolute saint, he is so nice and a great human being! However, the bartender Megan Hampton is honestly the worst human being I’ve ever met in my life. She was rude to me the second I walked into the bar, then she screamed at me, I went to another bar, and the bartender said Megan did the exact same thing to her and her boyfriend. She openly talks about using cocaine and other inappropriate talk around the bar. She is single-handedly ruining the reputation and good name of Poncho. If you don’t believe me, sit at the bar when Megan is working and you’ll see exactly what I’m talking about.”

“the two gals working about 1 oclock on 1/18/24 were awsome i ordered a iced daydreamer and they made it better , fast and efficient, ! greeted with a big smile! management should give these gals a raise !”

“My friend Lonnie and I have been on a quest to try everything on the menu and have not been disappointed yet the breakfast sandy is one of a kind the hash browns like you've never had french toast from heaven the Italian is delicious their yellowfin tuna sandwich perfect Today we both did the burger 100% dry aged beef cooked to a perfect medium juicy 😋 Lonnie had the ff I did side salad Try it and VOTE it as the best burger in Iowa contest”

“10/10. Guadalajara in Waukee is hands down one of the best Mexican restaurants I’ve ever been to.
I’ve eaten here probably 10 times now, and it has been FIRE every single time. The food is consistently incredible, the service is top tier, and the restaurant is always clean, sanitary, and has a great atmosphere.
And I don’t say this lightly — I’ve eaten at well over 300 Mexican restaurants in my life. Guadalajara is at the top of my list.

I’ll continue recommending this place to my closest friends and family. If you haven’t been here yet, you’re missing out. Absolute must-try. Street taco Al pastor paired with house Marg. 🫶🏼”

“Place is amazing . Great healthy food choice to choose from. Smoothie is so delicious and you can build your own food however you want. Customer service is great. Friendly staff and quick service.”

“Great Smoothies and friendly service!!!”

“Brooke and Maddie on the To-Go team were absolutely amazing! They handled a very busy evening with such great teamwork, staying organized, keeping things moving, and making sure customers were happy. Even with the rush, they were friendly, attentive, and never let the pressure show. They deserve recognition for their hard work and excellent customer service! Great job, Brooke and Maddie! 👏👏”

“My son and I had a great time!!! The staff was amazing and food was perfect! 🐻 Down!!!!”

“Visited this Caribou on Sunday May 1st. We like the coffee here. Ordered a large Northern Latte with almond milk and sugar free caramel. Waited for 20 minutes to be handed an iced Latte and a little longer to be handed a medium instead of a large and couldn't wait any longer so we drove away with a wrong size coffee.”

“I always have great food and drinks and service at this restaurant. They always go above and beyond for their customers. I even noticed this evening, they have these really neat table side holders for people that have a baby seat or something similar. It was really cool and convenient for the young parents. It’s one of my favorites in the area. I highly recommend!”

“This Casey's is far and above the best Casey's I've ever been to. It's super clean and the staff is very personal and friendly. Stop by and give the manager Dale a high five and let him know what a great job he's doing.”

“The best IHop I’ve ever visited. Quick service, clean and pleasant atmosphere.
The food was hot and spot on. Our waitress was EXCELLENT. Took out
order, didn’t have to write it down and no issues. Love that kind of personal service. Our new go to stop !”

“I ordered at the location and the entire staff was super friendly and helpful. Matt, the owner, was great at providing recommendations and incredibly kind. Food came out fast and entire family loved!”

“Blue Agave, the Mexican restaurant, truly deserves a five-star rating. From the exquisite food to the captivating decor, including stunning mural art, every detail contributes to an amazing atmosphere. The lively music invites you to dance, while their flavorful margaritas are anything but watered down—unlike many other places. The food and service were exceptional, and I was particularly impressed by the presentation of the churro and ice cream that my friend requested, even though it wasn’t on the menu. It was remarkable. You really need to experience it for yourself. Everything about the place was beautiful, from the clean bathrooms to the incredible theme that permeates every corner, even down to the to-go cups. Blue Agave is not only awesome but also incredibly fun. I thoroughly enjoyed my entire experience and highly recommend that you visit. Five stars—I've yet to see a cooler restaurant in the area than Blue Agave! Nichole Aubert”

“Kudos to Hy-Vee for having many workers on Wednesday before TG. The parking lot was full but I was able to check out quickly. They were so prepared! Super great customer service!”

“I placed an order for the wrong location & she was able to make it for me instead of driving clear out to Johnston. Very much appreciate the staff at this location. Everyone has always been kind & speaks to every customer as they walk through the door.”

“Came in for a couple drinks great place with an awesome atmosphere. The bartender Tess was awesome! Greeted us walking in and never left us waiting for another round. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“New and exciting! LOL.

This is a fancy Starbucks. We loved that they had half a dozen people working, because it was busy. Especially the drive through was 10 cars deep.

We went inside. They had a wall of dog customers 1st thing. My favorite thing ever.

Some merchandise available.

We had a pink drink, cake pop, regular coffee, and bagel. Total was $18. I don't really like coffee, and theirs is definitely not my favorite. BUT when in the mood, it does the trick. The bagel and cake pop were fresh and tasty.

Nice clean atmosphere including the bathrooms.

Seating for 40ish?”

“Went to this location for the first time today and the employee at the register apologized for going slow since she was new. She was so kind and made it a really great experience. Pretzels were warm and fresh. Will definitely be back!”

“I would highly recommend Caffereys! It does not only have great service, but it is a neighborhood bar that you can meet so many wonderful people! The staff is wonderful especially Marcy, Taylor and Kristin! This is like a second home for me. Regards, Shane”

“Went to Los Tres Amigos with a group of friends and had a really good time. We had a few beers and margaritas, the food was really good, and everyone working there was super friendly.

The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the portion sizes. You get a lot of food for what you pay, and nothing felt overpriced at all.

We actually stayed talking for a while after we finished and paid, and didn’t even realize it was almost closing time. Nobody made us feel rushed, which we really appreciated.

Good food, big portions, fair prices, good drinks, and great service. Definitely a place I would recommend, and we’ll be back.”

“Tarik in the drive through just gave the best drive through experience I've ever had! Incredible job taking 4 kids meals, asked me every question quickly! I could tell he knew his job and knew the menu! I've gone through this drive through before and had it was a much different experience. Tarik deserves some recognition!! Bravo!!”

“Kudos to Hy-Vee for having many workers on Wednesday before TG. The parking lot was full but I was able to check out quickly. They were so prepared! Super great customer service!”

“My wife is disabled making this location difficult to enter because it does not have an automatic door. The staff were gracious. They brought our order to the table, picked up the dishes and even held the door for us as we left.”

“Great food ! Friendly service, comfortable atmosphere. We all enjoyed our meals , great portions as well !”

“We always have great food and service when we eat at Central Standard. Amazing cheese curds.”

“Always enjoy my visit to Pizza Ranch. Food is always fresh and delicious. Employees are always kind and curious. Management is always hands on and polite and curious always !!!”

“I literally drive 15 mins to THIS Cinnabon, because it’s the only one in the area with FRESH baked rolls. The place is always clean (counters, condiment area, floors)
I went yesterday- staff wasn’t as chipper as the ones 2 weeks before, but by the time I left, she seemed a bit friendlier.
The customer service is just as important as the food.
I’ve never tried the Auntie Ann’s at this location, but it sure smells good!
I pray this location never closes because the one in Altoona is NOT fresh. The one in Jordan Creek Mall is never open.”

“Unbelievable service and food! I came here for the first time on 01/16/26, and was greeted right away by Ashanti, and ordered a beer while waiting for my pizza to get done (I ordered right when I entered the restaurant, FYI). It was a very pleasant atmosphere, and some of the best service I have ever experienced in a pizza place (or any restaurant for that matter). Ashanti was fabulous and attentive (since I ordered a few beers while waiting). She also made sure that my pizza was done to my liking before I paid. The cook, Eunice, also came out and wondered how I liked the food. When tasting, it was out of this world. I would say that its the best pizza in central Iowa (seriously!). Because of the service from Eunice and Ashanti, I promise to return to this location very soon! I will also spread the word with my other Italian friends about this hidden treasure in Waukee! Thank you Scornovacca's, Ashanti and Eunice! What an experience. :)”

“This review is based on my personal experience manager luis was very patient with working every department helping customers and was very attentive to everyone most of all very professional and well mannered definitely going back thank you 🤗”

“If you are looking for the best egg rolls in all of central Iowa you need to stop in. I could literally live happily off their egg rolls for the rest of my life. Owner and staff are always helpful and kind whether you're getting dine in or take out the meals are always made fresh and are delicious!”

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“Its pretty much in my backyard. Everyone is friendly. Pastries are wonderful. Prices are not insane. The only place I go for coffee now. The staff rocks!”

“Its pretty much in my backyard. Everyone is friendly. Pastries are wonderful. Prices are not insane. The only place I go for coffee now. The staff rocks!”

“This is our go to spot of Friday night! The kids all want the veg and 1 kiddos gets no tomato. We grab Jimmy John's and watch a movie. Thanks for being apart of movie night!”

“The Waukee Burger King never disappoints. The staff is amazing, and the manager Ethan is the nicest guy I've ever met at a fast food restaurant. He stops by tables to ask how everyone is doing and how the food is. He is always so cheerful. Ethan deserves a raise!!!”

“Such nice friendly service in Waukee!!!”