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    Rube's Steakhouse & Lounge

    3.8 (80 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    RUBE'S STEAKHOUSE & LOUNGE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Had the most exceptional dining experience tonight at Rube's Steakhouse & Lounge. Our service was hands done one of the best we've had, thanks to Aaron and Elizabeth. These two in addition to the excellent atmosphere and food have gained long term customers who cannot wait to come back. Thank you for a great evening.

    Dee W.

    We haven't been here for years but went for our 20th anniversary. The steak was very good. Sides were good. I wish I could give it 3.5.

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    Alisa B.

    And here I thought Korean BBQ was the only kind of food you grilled yourself... Boy, was I wrong! An Iowan local recommended this restaurant to my family and it was quite the experience. We patiently wait for our server to take us to the counter, where there are various cuts of huge steaks, pork, skewers, and skillets to choose from! I chose to get the classic ribeye (11 oz) and this was personally enough for me to share with another person... Now here's the fun part: there's a MASSIVE grill in the back of the restaurant and you just help yourself! Season your meat and slap it on the grill with some tongs. For sides, I got a macaroni skillet and brussel sprouts to grill. They also have Texas Toast that you butter yourself and put on the grill! Each cut of meat comes with the potato bar, baked beans, and salad! This restaurant also has a variety of alcoholic beverages and mocktails! I got the Breakfast at Tiffani's, which was delicious but REALLY SWEET. Definitely had to dilute that with water.

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    Danielle S.

    What a fun and unique way to go out to eat and still feel like you have control over how your food taste. Just remember you have no one to blame but yourself! Think of it as your going to the Grocery store to pick out food for dinner but you get to cook it right there and you got everything you need for a great meal without doing having to do the dishes. Is it pricey yes, it's a steakhouse and your picking the cut of meat and there are so many choices, and the steak here are some of the best I've ever had. There are so many options to add on sides, or seafood, plus you get salad and a few free sides and Texas toast. Who's wanting at the table for your food to come out? Noone, eat your salad Cook your steak, drink yo drinks, enjoy some toast while you throw some flavor on your meal. I can't wait to come back again!

    Tomahawk Ribeye. Potatoes. Shrimp Skewer.
    Kevin O.

    First. As a Texan who loves steak, the Tomahawk was as perfect as perfect gets. And I cannot take credit for that just because I cooked it myself! Excellent beef. Great rubs and other assorted goodies. Loved that they show you, and talk about, each cut of steak and all of the side dishes. You know precisely what you are getting! Yes, we (and you) cook your own steak but what a fantastic experience. 6-8 people standing around a pit, talking, adding this and that to our steaks, potatoes, skewers of shrimp, bowls of tasty mac-n-cheese. It was an incredible evening! Rube's reminds me of those old steakhouses we find from time-to-time in East Texas. The one's my grandparents took us to, where a simple salad was soooo good and then you add a perfect steak. Just had that smell, personality and ambiance that is warm and welcoming. Definitely going back each and every time I am in Marshalltown on business!

    Sharing the grill with other diners.  It's a fun experience to meet new people.
    Jason M.

    If you are looking for an evening filled with a little something different, Rube's is for you. It is a little old fashioned, you cook your own steak, but it is a lot of fun for everyone. The general idea here is that you select the main food that you want to eat and then you grill it yourself using the many high quality ingredients available. In addition to high quality steaks and chops, there is shrimp, veggies and more. Our group was a double date, and we split a bottle of wine and took our time eating and hanging out. The waitstaff was super fun and laid back, we never felt rushed which was nice. Everyone loved their steaks and we also had stuffed mushrooms, jalapenos and some veggies. I highly recommend the creamed corn if you like that dish, it was awesome at Rube's. Overall, this is great for dates or family celebrations. It has a huge bar, plenty of seating and great food. Dont ne fooled by the address, it's literally 10 mins from the 35/80 interchange.

    Steaks!
    Miriam L.

    The best steak I've EVER had! It was SO good until I nearly ate all my food before talking. That never happens! Tender. Juicy. Delicious. The salad bar was very fresh. Great meal with new friends! I'll be back in a couple weeks!!!

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    Jessica W.

    Where can we start? At the steak counter, of course! Once you park, you get a whiff of what's to come inside. The smell is strong outside. Then stronger when you walk in. After getting seated, everyone is escorted to the meat counter. This is where the fun begins. Rube's steakhouse is amazing because they have the best steaks. The quality of meat is unmatched. You get to pick out the exact cut you want. Then you make it yourself on their grill. It's on you if the steak is over or under cooked. Pro tip- bring a stopwatch (or phone) and a thermometer. I can do it by feel at this point. The steaks are fresh. If you cool them on both sides properly, you can lock the juices inside. It's amazing. Yeah, you could lay more to go to a fancy steakhouse and have them cook it for you. The steak quality won't be better, and it's not as fun. Bring an adventurous spirit and your family and friends, and try Rube's!

    John T.

    my wife and I had the Rubes Experience yesterday August 20th 2022. we were met by Tiffany Mackenzie the manager, we had Reservations and the staff had everything ready, I took the Belly Buster challenge. 48 oz Sirloin with the sides and a Blue Moon. Service was excellent we both highly recommended the Rubes Experience in Waukee, Iowa. Call and make reservations today. Check out their full and lunch menus and one other great thing you can have the same wonderful cuts of meat, Chicken and seafood shipped to your add or have it sent as a gift.

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    Bruce K.

    Feel like grilling your own steak? You betcha! Rube's lets you do it. Pick the steak from the meat counter where they're on display from sirloins to Porterhouse to New York strip. This is some quality Iowa cow going on here. Tasty. Marbled. Great looking! Then you'll bring it over to the grill where you'll find a hot spot and go to town. You like it rare? Well done? Blackened to a crisp? Whatever your taste is, you're good to go. And while it's cooking, prepare your own Texas toast. Suggestion: Make at least two, because for sure the first one is going to be a burnt sacrifice to the toast gods. Trust me. Salad bar, potato bar, nice hot baked beans. All included. Yes, they have some other extras but trust your friend Bruce - you don't really need these extras. Or the extra spices. A little salt, a little pepper, you're good to go. After our steaks were cooked and we're digging in, a table of a dozen Japanese tourists come in. They've never sen anything like this before and it was hilarious to watch.

    B S.

    The food was top notch. Great for groups! The steaks were great. You cook your own food which sounds odd but was fun. The price was a little high but the quality of the meat they use makes it worth it.

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    Great food and great atmosphere. Love that you can grill your own steak. Everyone needs to try this place!

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