Great food! If you are in the Cedar Valley/Waterloo area you should check it out. You will enjoy!read more

Since the Catfish Po' Boy was out of this world, I think it's safe to say the rest of Rodney's food…read moreis...Hats off to the simple selection, quality ingredients, and soulful touch to each meal. I will certainly return when in Waterloo and plan to spread to word to friends, family, and colleagues.

Received a lot of angry "feedback" with anti-Semitic and racist innuendos aimed at us for sitting…read morein a "regular's" seat. Bar tender did absolutely nothing about it and just said it's a regular who's been over served (despite still being served).

Standard bar fare in a comfortable setting, this is a good place to go for a celebration with…read morefamily and friends as the food portions are fairly large, cooking is reasonably good, and prices are friendly on the wallet. The staff is also friendly and was accommodating to our large group - even with the large number of split checks. They were also good on regularly checking on extra orders for drinks and food without being prompted.

Martha was extremely accommodating and friendly. Good fried chicken and awesome onion rings!!!read more

They have always been friendly throughout all the years we have eaten there and the staff is…read morephenomenal

-0 Stars: Blue Barn BBQ (Cedar Falls) Blue Barn BBQ…read more623 E 18th St, Cedar Falls, IA 50613 I wanted this meal to be a win. I went in expecting the kind of comfort and bold flavor that good barbecue is known for. The smell, the name, the idea of brisket and wings, it all sounds like it should be hard to mess up. But this was one of the most disappointing barbecue orders I have had in a long time, and I have eaten barbecue all over the country. Let me start with the only reason I can say anything positive at all. Two sides were genuinely good. The jalapeño cream corn was the standout. It had real flavor, a smooth creamy texture, and just enough jalapeño to give it a pleasant kick without overwhelming the dish. It tasted like someone actually cared about seasoning it. The potato salad was also outstanding. It was balanced, not bland, not overly sweet, not drowning in heavy dressing. It had that classic comfort taste you want on a barbecue plate. If I had only ordered those two sides, I would have walked away thinking, okay, maybe there is hope here. But the main items, the reason people order barbecue, were a complete letdown. The brisket was dry. Not slightly dry. Not needs a little sauce dry. I mean dry in a way that makes you stop chewing and think, is this really brisket. Brisket should have a rich beef flavor, a smoky edge, and at least some tenderness that makes each bite feel worth it. This had none of that. It tasted flat, like it had been cooked too long, held too long, or both. The texture was tired and lifeless, and instead of melting or pulling apart the way brisket should, it just sat in your mouth like flavorless shredded disappointment. Then there were the wings, and somehow they were also dry. Wings should be the easy part. Even average wings can still be enjoyable because the skin, the seasoning, and the fat usually help carry the flavor. Not here. Both wings were dry, and worse, they had no flavor. No punch. No smoke. No seasoning that made you pause and say, okay, at least they tried. They tasted like they were cooked without confidence and served without care. And let's talk about the sauces, because sauce is often the "save" when the meat is struggling. I tried them hoping they would bring the plate back to life. They did not. The sauces did not enhance anything. They did not add depth. They did not add sweetness, tang, spice, or a smoky finish. They were just there, and even with sauce, the food still tasted dry and empty. That is the worst part. Sauce should help. Here, it was like pouring effort onto something that was already beyond saving. The biggest issue is simple. Barbecue is supposed to have flavor. Barbecue is supposed to feel like time, smoke, seasoning, and patience all came together for a reason. This felt like the opposite. The meat came across as overcooked, under-seasoned, and handled like an afterthought. When you spend money on brisket and wings, you should not be working this hard to find something enjoyable. I hate leaving reviews like this, but honesty matters. I would definitely not order from Blue Barn BBQ again. If you go, the jalapeño cream corn and potato salad might make you think you made a good choice. But if you are there for brisket and wings, which should be the main event, this place was a major disappointment.

BBQ that is worth a try!…read more I think the standout feature of this restaurant, however, is its array of side dishes. I especially loved the baked beans and creamed corn. As for the portions, the shared platters are surprisingly small for what you pay for.

We used Starbucks to cater an event and everyone left fat and happy. I will say the brisket was on…read morethe drier side and I've heard it's not usually like that. All the other dishes: pulled pork, pulled chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, Mac n cheese, and corn bread were a hit. The interior is also neat and definitely pays tribute to a classic southern BBQ joint with all the lights and signs you could imagine. It's not quite at the top of BBQ places that I've tried but falls somewhere right in the middle. Juicer brisket, fattier burnt ends Will brine it to the next level!

Always great service, fresh food, and cold drinks when we stop in. Typically open seating unless…read morethere's an event dinner being held.

Decades of great food, great service, and great times here. Good vibes and fresh food along with…read morecold drinks. An Evansdale staple for sure.

Other Place is our other kitchen. It has wonderful pizza, hamburgers. I have many favorites here…read more The Philly cheese steak sandwich is a healthy portion, tasty and always as delicious as it was the last time you ordered it. The tenderloin is another favorite. The other place is clean and pleasant to be in and has friendly staff.

The chicken was extremely thin like it wasn't even chicken all twisted up. I have had Popeyes in…read moremany locations and this was by far the worst. Mashed potatoes were good and tea was good; only reason for 2 stars. Go somewhere else for lunch

Worst service ever!!! Employees apparently run this place, and doing a horrible job!!! Had to wait…read moreat drive thru and no one there for at least 5 minutes! Only one car ahead. Then when food came, not correct. Had to go in to get rest of order, and employee very rude!!! Not sure what they are getting paid for!!! I give this Popeyes a fat big ZERO!!!

For 20 years, Marco's has bee one of the better available pizzas in Iowa. However, our last two…read morepurchases this month have been disappointing. For some reason, the crust has extended more than 2 inches. Literally, a large portion of the pizza is just bread. Lazy workers? Bad corporate policies? I'm not sure.

Very good Pizza even delivered. Absolutely love the Philly cheesesteak pizza. Oh my daughter comes…read morefrom out of town we always order.It.

The fries were dry and lukewarm. The chicken dippers were actually cold. My friend's wings were…read morecold and dry, and they tried to eat them the bones kept breaking in half. The appetizers were decent. The waitress was very nice.

The food tastes good, however you may receive less wings than what you pay for, when purchasing 15…read morewings sometimes you receive 10-14.

Don't let the low stars fool you . This place is a hidden gem. Food options are limited in Waterloo…read morebut the food here is pretty bomb! I got the double gyro sandwich. My other colleagues liked their rice platter. It's like a Halal cart food in ny. Prices aren't bad. Friendly workers. Would come back again.

This is the only place in the area to get a decent gyro. Every time I've ordered for pickup the…read morefood is hot and ready upon my arrival. The only suggestion I have is it would be nice to include 2 flat breads in the supreme gyro meal because there is more than enough fillings to fill 2 over stuffed gyros! Will be back for more!