Not the worst place, but have been to better. First, upon entering, there is nobody around, and a…read moresign saying you have to order upstairs. We trek up two flights of stairs to a bar. We are told we order there and then find a seat and someone will bring our food. First they brought the wrong food. Two of us were done eating before the other two got their food. Nobody ever asked if we wanted drink refills. We had to go to the bar. It makes no sense why you can't sit and have someone wait on you. There were two tables and the "server" was never around. Three women standing at bar talking about dating instead of tending to customers. The food was okay, but it would have been better with some BBQ sauce...but we couldn't find anyone to ask. The building is really neat...I will give them that. Our first visit to Iowa...probably won't return to this particular eatery.

Stopped for lunch on December 24 (Christmas Eve) so it was pretty quiet. I had a Ruben sandwich…read morewith corned beef (they also offer it with bologna) and it was great!

We went there on a Saturday night to celebrate a birthday. Our group of 11 had a reservation and…read morewere quickly seated. I dropped a star because the menu has about stayed the same and they were out of one of the chicken dishes and it was only 6 PM. Our birthday gal wanted a simple pasta and they really don't just have that. I had a portobello fries and a hot honey chicken sandwich and both were very good. They were still tasty the next day. Hubby had a pork chop - - and it was delicious just like he remembered. The bread bowl is good and they graciously brought you more. A waitress was good - - she kept the children in the group full of!! It was a nice place to celebrate

Three of us had dinner on a week night. We started with the portobello fries…read more I had the white bean and collard greens soup. And then the fall salad The Portobello mushroom fries were amazing!! Crispy. This is a must order item! I was thinking about them days later! The fall salad with salmon was delicious and a large portion! the side of broccolini fulfilled my green requirement for the day! The panini looked amazing and I want to try it next time.

A place where you are greeted with a warm hug and a smile. My food was served very quickly hot and…read moreexactly what I ordered, and the pricing is very good. I will continue going there as much as I can. Thank you to the waitresses for making my experience the best that it could be.

Service was great and the staff friendly. The place was clean though outdated, but the ambience…read morewas pleasing especially if you're thinking "country diner." The food was just what we were looking for. Hot breakfast with a decent variety, affordable prices, and food I didn't have to cook! Breakfast made for this Mama, is a dream come true! The food was nothing too special, but it was good and met our expectations. If you just want a hot breakfast better than fast food, you're going to be taken care of here. Village-Inn-esque without the pies. We will be back next time we're in town.

Quiet, clean, lovely view of the canal, coffee machine with more than coffee! Pleasant front desk…read morewith Laura getting us registered and welcomed the same day. I really like Pella, the people, the Vermeer Globe Museum, the park and downtown area, the Pella Historical Museum and Windmill tour, AND the Amsterdam Hotel! Wish we lived closer.

Food was great Shared a meal of salmon with my friend, it…read morewas enough for the two of us with an appetizer.

still open as of 12/07/2023 but not for long sad times as…read morethey are closing the hotel Ottumwa and going to change it to a retirement home. on to todays food! just after 12:30 pm prime time Tenderloin! just over 20 bucks for 2 with drinks. pretty quick to get the food out. nice breading! perfect lunch sized. yup we are going to miss this place!

2nd Street Cafe is closed. Lobby Cafe has replaced it. Some of the same menu items, but missing my…read morefavorite

The people, the food and the owner are amazing if you want really good food and a good atmosphere I…read morewould go to the cafe and I also would go to Toby's other restaurant at the square amazing!!

Food is excellent and staff is super friendly and always checking on you. Prices are good too.read more

Visiting Pella for the first time & while wandering spotted this Cafe…read more Couldn't decide what to have but spotted the Combo appetizer and it had my name all over it! Fried Cauliflower, Mushrooms, Cheese Curds and Onion Rings. Came out quickly and piping hot. Wonderful flavor and definitely hit the spot.

Everything about our lunch here was fantastic- our waitress was cute, friendly and efficient. Our…read morefood was so delicious. My Berry Salad, Corn Chowder and Portabello fries were all great! We will definitely go back when we are in Pella.

This restaurant has great food and great employees. However, the biggest downfall of this location…read moreis that it's not dog friendly on the patio so don't think about bringing your furry best friend they are not welcome.

Went there on a recommendation. Small town, very good restaurant. Had the bacon cheeseburger with…read morehome made chips. The portions are quite grand. The bacon cheeseburger was very good. Thick and moist. I was surprised by the quality. The place itself is clean, friendly staff. A real gem in the middle of nowhere.