Absolutely loved this place!…read more The vibe is welcoming and has that hometown feel as soon as you walk in. Greeted with a smile and sat promptly! My server was Sue, and she was very good, and very attentive - always had my coffee warmed up when needed and had some good recommendations on what to eat. The food itself was really good. I had the avocado toast, which comes with a basted egg and avocado cream drizzle on top, and your choice or meat (if any) and I chose the brisket! I learned from a local sitting next to my friend and I that they get the brisket from a local bbq joint, which I thought was pretty cool. Good coffee, good vibes, good service! Would come here again if my travels blow me back into town!

First off let me say service was friendly and amazing. Felt very much at home from the moment you…read morewalk in the door. Second, the food was incredible. Can't recommend the chicken fried steak enough it's made in house, delicious cream, gravy, and the hashbrowns perfection. My partner loved his The hangover, which was potatoes, sausage ham country, gravy, egg coffee's delicious give it a try

It's all about the customers! I mean- weekly specials that…read moreare as tasty as they are creative. We have waited for the return of the street corn sandwich. My son downed it in 4 bites! The monthly flavored shakes are also a nice treat. And where can one get some of the best Brussels sprouts at a chicken place? They are delish! You can get your sandwiches grilled, fried, in a wrap or in a salad. For me, all great options but the original fried is my go to- large, always perfectly cooked and juicy chicken. The service is as fantastic as the food- always friendly. And- dogs allowed! Outdoor patio seating in addition to indoor and (let me repeat what exceptional service) they find you even when you change your mind and start one place and end in the other. Drive through is a nice option and the only (good) problem for this business that started out as a food truck is that at peak times parking and pulling out can be tricky with the drive through. I've saved one of the best customer- friendly mentions for last- when you pay by card, the highest display for tip is 10%(starting at 3%). I mean- the service is always worth 20+ but I appreciate this range as opposed to so many that start at 15% or higher. Come for the always fresh, awesome food and tip for the excellent and friendly service! Locations growing around the metro- yeah!

Amazing chicken sandwiches and great milkshakes! The service was fast and the restaurant is clean…read more I love how the owner set up the "Wall of Grandmas" where people can bring their own pictures to add! Really nice family touch. The kids and the adults all loved our experience.

Multiple visits and we usually enjoy the food. Occasionally they get part of an order wrong and…read moreare terrible to deal with for corrections.

It's a great place for chicken! It's not cheap but really good…read more I wish they put more chili sauce on the Rangoon chicken sandwich

My wife and I stopped in before an ICubs game to grab dinner. We sat at the bar and were about the…read moreonly ones there as we were a bit early for the 'dinner hour', so we had the bartender pretty much all to ourselves. We ordered drinks and took a look at the menu. There is a variety of offerings, and all-day breakfast for those so inclined. Drinks were good, and we got in our food orders. The offerings came out very quickly (I'm sure the cook was happy to have some orders!), and food was very good. I got the Gyro and my wife got the Fried Taco. Both were fresh and stuffed full of the fillings. I really liked the cole slaw, and my wife got baked beans that were deliciuous as well! Six TVs at the bar for the various sports offerings, and a nice sized bar with additonal indoor and outdoor tables. Very, very reasonable prices and great food and service!

Soo I think I may have just discovered a hidden gem thanks to my coworker!…read more Walking into Chelsie's Courtyard Diner on. Friday afternoon I was a little skeptical because it was pretty empty. Like the saying goes, don't judge a book by its cover. I was not disappointed. The food was amazing! I had the ham omelette with hash browns and a pancake! The ham omelette had cheese, onions, and peppers which was the perfect combination of flavors. And the hash browns were cooked perfectly extra crispy, just like I like them. The pancake...omg it was thick, fluffy, and delicious! They made sure to add plenty of butter - chefs kiss! The vibes inside were laid back with soft music playing in the background. Plenty of seating as well. The service was a little slow but the overall experience made up for it. Oh and the price can't be beat, I got all of that food for around $10!! I know, I can't believe it! Bomb food for cheap, pinch me! Not sure why the diner wasn't packed out, but don't worry, I will be back!

University Library Cafe may be a bar, but showing up late morning before noon felt like discovering…read morethe quiet study section before the crowds arrived. The funny part? Once the food hit the table, everyone suddenly got focused and very quiet. Shhh like we are in a library! Apparently we were all majoring in comfort food with a concentration in burgers, fries, and bar food done right. Nothing fancy here, just great service, generous portions, and food that earns an A+ in comfort. You definitely will not leave hungry!

I had the French dip and mac & cheese and it definitely hit the spot. Good little place. Great…read moreatmosphere and fast service. Great prices.

4.8* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 5* Value: 4*…read more Service: 5* Would I go back / Recommend?: 5* (Definitely) Total check/person: $40 04/17/2026 It is becoming a bit of a broken record...as this place is in the top-tier favorites in the area. Tonight, we met with friends before a concert and enjoyed the food and drinks. I started with a Blind Tiger tequila drink (see picture) along with Fried Babybel (see picture) - both very good. For our dinner, my wife ordered Steak Fajita Tacos (see picture) and I went with the PB&J Wings (see picture). Not only were all of the food and drinks fantastic, but we also caught the end of Happy Hour, so we also saved some cash on several of our plates!

Gastro Grub & Pub is a must try! Went here with some family and everything about the place was…read morefantastic. The atmosphere in the restaurant on Saturday was buzzing, and it's in a strip mall-ish type complex with tons of other great things, like breweries nearby. On top of that, their wait staff was extremely friendly, lively, and quick to check in. For my meal, I ordered the chicken pita with fries and it was incredible! The portion sizes were great, the fries were crispy, and the chipotle aioli that came with the fries was the cherry on top. Definitely worth a visit if you've never been!

Amazing gluten free options! Something for everyone. Cute…read morevibe, great service, delicious food. The weather wasn't conducive to patio dining, but they have an awesome patio that's mostly covered and a play area outside for kids.

Stopped there for the second time. We'd been on a bike ride and it's very accessible. We hadn't…read moreever sat outside and it was great! Stuff for the kids to do, plenty of green space... And lots of tables. The waitress was very helpful. We shared a Cubano sandwich and fries. They came out oh so quickly! Everything was good and it was a wonderful day to be outside.

The food outshined the service!…read more Ambiance: 4 stars Food: 5 stars Service: 2 stars Well, I came here with a friend for lunch. He loves the place and said the Gyros are fantastic. So I went with his recommendation. First impressions: The place is small and nicely located in the District at Prairie Trail in Ankeny. They have adequate seating and were only slightly busy when we arrived (I would say it was at half capacity the entire time we were there) We stood at the reception location for a while before we were 'greeted' and finally seated. We sat for quite a while before the guy with the headset to came back to take our orders. This was the weird part - he was fine, but he spoke so quietly we were not sure he was addressing us or talking to someone in his headset. Eventually we got our orders in, and we again waited. Some time later the water showed up, then after another pause the drinks we ordered were delivered, and sometime later the food showed up. He even remembered the dipping sauce which I thought I was going to have to ask for. We ate our entire meals without once being asked how things were, and eventually after the food was all gone, he came back to unceremoniously plop the bill on the table, and after another extended period he came back to process the payment. All-in-all the interaction with this guy was 'just weird'. (It was suggested that he might be the son of the owner...) He was doing his job but there was absolutely not any extra effort put in to make us feel welcome, and the total lack any real interaction was off-putting. The overall appearance of the place was nice and appeared clean, the decor was fresh and classy. However the bar area around the kitchen was very cluttered and looked like it was being used for overflow storage and it was a bit chaotic and had lots of clutter. Please forgive the fact that I forgot to take pictures of the delicious food. I got into conversation with my friend and just forgot! It was a very well made traditional Gyro with generous portions of meat, fresh hummus and a perfect portion of super fresh tzatziki sauce. I ordered fresh jalapeños and they got that right too! The side of fries were delicious as well, seasoned perfectly, crispy and fresh, and the garlic sauce...well did not lack for garlic! Wowza!! Overall I do recommend this place for the food! I will most likely return and I hope that the service will be a little better next time around.

The waiter was the main reason I would never return. He had all the charisma of Rasputin, was surly…read moreand exhibited not a shred of joy. The food was OK. Still, it was nothing that would ever draw me back given the discomfort we three felt from the waiter. Sorry, we were hoping to find a gem. We only found a dour place to eat and drop $45 for three meals.