Surprisingly, this was our first time at this Big Grove (we are frequent flyers of the I.C. one ;)…read more We kept hearing such positive things about this one, so we thought we would stop by. You can tell it the original one, as it's small and a little dated compared to the others that are near. But it's kinda cozy. We sat at the bar, and that's where they excelled. Our bartender Hallie, was fantastic! Best one we have had in a long time. Super nice, super informative. I had the Margherita Pizza, never have had one at a B.G. It was ok. Very saucy. Husband had the Fried Chicken Sandwich with Korean BBQ sauce. He has gotten that at the others and enjoys that sandwich a lot especially that sauce.

The food and service were amazing. The ambiance was a bit loud, but we were there for a benefit…read more Our server was the sweetest and very attentive considering how busy the restaurant was especially for a Monday night.

Mind blowing experience! Food was epic! Service was first class! Can't say enough great things…read moreabout this place! You should experience it yourself... Thank you for the masterpiece in food explosion

Crosby's food was disappointing, just fair. Nice service though. I won't be returning. Minimal…read moreambiance as well.

Best breakfast in the area! We love eating here and have enjoyed each thing on the menu we have…read moretried. We love the relaxed atmosphere and great service. Everything is always as ordered. The food is genuinely top notch and at a great price. I personally love the Hemingway eggs Benedict! It is a must try!

Rolled into Bluebird Café in North Liberty when it was packed wall-to-wall, fully expecting to grow…read moreold in the booth before my food came. Instead, my bacon cheeseburger showed up so fast I barely had time to scroll TikTok twice. Juicy, cheesy, and that bacon? Chef's kiss. Busy or not, these people know how to hustle and feed you like you're the favorite child.

Easter Brunch looked great advertisement online. Just hope they work next year to keep the food…read morehot over the time when buffet is advertised. Most was barely warm except chicken was hot if taken from the middle. No French Toast available maybe kids should have asked for few pieces. Possibly using smaller aluminum serving containers would keep things warm. Homemade cinnamon rolls or brownies would have been nice for a dessert rather than just store bought pastries and donuts. We did like the fresh fruit and yogurt for parfait. It will be nice to try the regular menu during the week when we travel by next week.

Updating my review to include a photo of a salad to-go I received. Very filling and fresh…read moreingredients.

Miss Sharon was a great waitress and we loved her thank for having her ,she greatread more

To be honest I feel bad leaving such a low review for a fine dining staple, but came today for my…read moreDad's 75th birthday and quite possibly has the worst $200 meal on my life. The $50 sirloin steak was served cold. Because our waitress, Grace H, failed to even ask how our food was the entire time until after we had eaten everything I couldn't even send it back. I spent the entire time trying to make eye contact with her but she was busy taking new tables. When she finally came to ask how our food was and was told, her response was I will let the kitchen know. Not "I will bring you another plate" or even discount or comp the entree. Not what you'd expect from Iowa city's fine dining flagship. The prices were not just expensive, but over the top expensive. $50 for an 8 ounce sirloin. $56 for 12 average oysters. To be honest it's below average in value to a nice restaurant in LA, NY or Chicago. They may thrive because the IC elite doesn't have many options for upscale dining. But for someone who has lived in those cities and eaten at Michelin star culinary venues this place is lacking in both food and service for the prices they charge. It was enough of a bad experience that I will never be back. There's Chez Grace, Joseph's and 126 which offer quality food, much better value and food service. Posting my food pics and the receipt to see what $200 gets you here.

We really enjoyed Maxwell's at the Merrell. Both dinner and breakfast are very good. The chef is…read morewonderful. This is by far hands-down the best restaurant in Muscatine, Iowa. My travel companion had a cold and we were able to ask for a home remedy. They were gracious enough to give it to us. The home remedy is a teaspoon of cayenne pepper and a shot of milk. Ambience is clean high and priced right.

Highly recommend if you're in the area!…read more I was in Muscatine for work and we stayed at The Merrill and am so glad Maxwell's is right in the lobby. We travelled at the end of January and after a long day of travel and many delays due to heavy low fog, we were definitely excited to have a restaurant right in the hotel. There is a parking lot across the street and a parking deck behind as well so there is plenty of parking. The restaurant is located right in the lobby and also has a full bar. My coworker and I were dying for a drink and some food after a long morning. The bar has speciality cocktails, but also a full bar, wine, and beer. You can check out their speciality cocktails, wine, and beer lists on their website as well as make reservations. For food, my coworker and I decided to share a few appetizers. We ordered the Brussels Sprouts, Wings (1/2 Honey Sriracha, 1/2 Ginger Scallion), and the Baked Goat Cheese. They were all DELICIOUS! The flavors were great and the portions were as well. I've never had goat cheese before and it was so amazing I couldn't stop eating it. The sriracha wings were spicy, but not overwhelming. Later, some other people met us and we ordered the shrimp tacos which were also very good. The next morning we also had breakfast and I ordered the Omelet which comes made-to-order and you can choose 4 different additions. It also comes with potatoes. All delicious. Additionally, the service was also great as well! If I'm ever back in Muscatine I will definitely plan to return.

Odie's Bar & Grill is an awesome find just outside Cedar Rapids. The place is spacious, with plenty…read moreof indoor and outdoor seating, and a fun touch--popcorn at every table. I ordered the Odie's Griller with pasta salad, and my lady had the Ragin Cajun with coleslaw. The sides were just okay, but the sandwiches were amazing, with the Ragin Cajun stealing the show. Both came with their house mayonnaise, which was so good I never thought I'd be complimenting mayo in a review. Service was fantastic--friendly and attentive--and while it was slow during our visit, you can tell this place can get busy. Between the great atmosphere, outstanding sandwiches, and that unforgettable mayo, I'll happily go out of my way to stop at Odie's whenever I'm near the Cedar Rapids airport.

What we loved: * Hearty, crave-able comfort…read morefood--especially broasted chicken, tenderloins, wings, burgers. * A fun, relaxed atmosphere that's still polished--outdoor seating, games & TVs. * Warm, capable service that keeps things smooth and friendly. To know: * Weekends can fill up with trail groups and families--go early or reserve. * Casual attire is perfect; it's a bar & grill, not fine dining. If you're hunting a down-to-earth spot with excellent bar‑grub, cold beers, live action on-screen or in the patio, and zero fuss, Odie's Bar & Grill nails it. We're already planning our next visit--especially for that AUCE broasted chicken. Highly recommend!

Went here for a brunch after an Iowa women's basketball game, was quite busy but great food. Great…read moreservice, amazing and super friendly staff. I want to come back and try the brioche french toast sticks as well as the belgian waffle with espresso whipped cream, they sound delicious and I was super impressed with the avocado toast! It was such a cute interior, very modern and nice breakfast spot, will be coming back with my boyfriend for sure.

My college daughter said this is the upscale place for special occasions. The 3 of us went for…read moredinner the Friday night before a Saturday football game. Looks quiet on the outside. Oh boy, it's an energetic place on the inside. Yet, it's rather dark. I think they know how to cater to both college kids and their parents. The inside exudes upscale. Feels turn of the century (as in 1900) . We had a semi-circle table on the main floor. I heard downstairs is a different world. We ordered drinks first. One drink took a long time and so they comped us. That was nice. One daughter ordered a steak. It was a good size. I ordered fish. Really good. The atmosphere just put all 3 of us in a great mood. The prices are higher than average in Iowa City. Still less than in Chicago. It's a great place to dress up and have a nice dinner.

Incredible meal at Orchard Green!…read more While the upstairs dining area was booked for the evening, we were able to walk in and have an incredible meal in the lounge portion of the restaurant. A round of mocktails, crab cakes, and my delicious filet mignon was unbeatable. The steak was cooked perfectly and the garlic topping was the perfect touch. For desert, we shared a cheesecake and peanut butter mousse. The cheesecake was great, but the peanut butter mousse... quite literally one of the best desserts of my life! The balance of peanut butter and rich chocolate was perfect. Service was friendly and helpful, and the lounge was relaxed and comfortable. Would highly recommend Orchard Green for a nice dinner in the area!

Excellent meal - whitefish -and great service. Beautiful spot. Will go again and again when we're…read morein IC.

Great casual cafe to sip on your favorite drink and eat some good bites while in good company…read more Their prices are reasonable. The biscuit egg cheese and ham sandwich was a tasty light breakfast sandwich. They also have tons of drink flavors to choose from if you are into that but I stuck with my no flavor added type of coffee drink, which was a warm latte on this cold winters day. My friends enjoyed their breakfast burritos and drinks as well. As their name implies 'good vibes' all around! Only complaint is they need more space for seating.

Superb food - fresh and delicious - served in a small town. Whenever I'm passing through Solon for…read morework, I try to treat myself to the Turkey bacon sandwich from here. I recently tried their breakfast sandwich on cinnamon bread, and it just may be the best breakfast sandwich I've ever tasted. The service was also excellent.