I got the ribs special. They were extremely tender fall off the bone delicious. The sauce was…read moreawesome. Mashed potatoes were ok. The rotini and cheese was good. The staff were really nice. Lots of locals. Seems like a favorite among the local residents. Nice and cozy.

Just like down home! Sometimes you have to wait for abit for your food but it's worth the wait.read more

Excellent service, good food at a great price. Nothing fancy but a great place to stop. We also…read moregot the pie. Easy on/off from I-35.

Excellent friendly service, great food, and was a pleasant stop on my road trip. I highly…read morereccomend.​

The ambiance was delightful, welcoming. We loved the couches and cozy atmosphere…read more The food was fantastic! The walleye fish and chips were SO good! The fish was cooked perfectly!! The Cuban sandwich was fresh and delicious! The service was lacking - we had to ask for salt & pepper. We were never offered sweetener for our tea. It was not explained that there are no menus - just a posted QR code. We had to ask after being left sitting for several minutes. All in all - we will go back!

Cozy, cute, friendly spot. Despite the huge (and rather unfocused) menu, the food was surprisingly…read moregood! Our table's orders included: *) the trashcan nachos (superb!) *) the club sandwich (tasty, toothsome, and better than expected) *) the Cuban sandwich (gloriously drippy and delightful) *) the bacon and blue burger (topped with a fried egg and bacon jam!) *) the wedge salad (nice and crunchy and fresh, although the tomato jam was a tad sweet for me) ... and an off menu shrimp cocktail that was weirdly excellent. The plump, good sized shrimp arrived warm and spicy without cocktail sauce or mayo. Not standard, but very tasty! We will definitely be back.

What a find! Bottom line: excellent. Staff is welcoming, cheery, helpful and professional. Their…read morerecommendations were honest and spot-on. Cocktails were expertly prepared and served. And the food...simply the best we've enjoyed in Mason City. Dry-rub wings appetizer (lemon pepper and mesquite) were generously sized and entirely delectable. NY strip with mashed potato, asparagus and mushroom demi was first-rate, top-drawer and perfectly prepared mid-rare. Legacy burger with sumptuous Gouda Mac and cheese was expertly grilled mid-rare and deliciously bacon-forward. And the crème brûlée was, to be honest, one of the best we've ever tasted. We visited on a slow Saturday so enjoyed the very pleasant quiet ambiance. Had such a great experience that we're headed back tomorrow morning for brunch knowing it will deliver another 10/10 dining adventure. Bistro Nineteen is a winner.

Great experience. Looks can be deceiving. Didn't know what to expect walking in. Very large open…read morearea. Wait staff was very welcoming and warm. Started with a cocktail that was very good. Was not impressed with the appetizer menu at all. Only 3 items. Ordered the Filet Migon. No bread, soup or salad served with your meal. You can order that for extra price. The steak came with asparagus and mashed potatoes. I ordered mine rare and it was excellent. Flavor was great. 8 oz was a great size. Then on to dessert. They were out of the item we ordered, but the waitress brought a piece of cheesecake on the house since they were out. The only complaint was really the no bread or soup/salad served with the steak. Over all wonderful time and we will go back again.

Our server (Emily) was new but gave us excellent service. My prime rib was a little more cooked…read morethan I prefer. Emily said take a bite & then let me know if you would like me to replace it. It was delicious (so I ate it all) we also got the flaming cheese appetizer. I highly recommend it.

This restaurant offers a polished dining experience with an upscale atmosphere that immediately…read moresets expectations high. The décor is refined and elegant, making it a great choice for special occasions or a night when you want to indulge a little. The service is unquestionably one of the highlights. Staff members are attentive, professional, and consistently go out of their way to make the evening feel seamless. From prompt seating to thoughtful check-ins, you truly feel taken care of throughout the meal. The steak itself is good well-prepared, flavorful, and cooked as ordered but it doesn't quite reach the level of the very best steakhouses in the area. While enjoyable, it lacks that standout quality that would justify the premium price point on its own. Speaking of price, be prepared: this is a high-end spot, and the cost reflects the fancy ambiance and top-tier service as much as the food. Overall, it's a solid choice if you're looking for excellent service and an elegant setting, with steak that's good--just not the absolute best around.

Stopped in today for a hot mocha and was greeted with a beautiful smile and awesome personality…read moreCOLLETTE. This is a local coffee establishment that is beautiful inside and super clean. COLLETTE's customer service is amazing and she was super fast and efficient. They have coffee and food and hands down just an amazing coffee place. Highly recommend and thank you COLLETTE FOR THE BEST COFFEE... you made it perfect and hope to come back someday during my travels.

First time here and had the grilled chicken sandwich with their home made chips. Delicious!!…read more Service amazing and just an overall friendly place!! Highly recommend!!!

Battered and fried green bell peppers? I had to order them with my sandwich simply because I've…read morenever had them anywhere. I'm glad I did. They were delicious. It's very similar to the flavor of a jalapeño popper (without the bacon, cream cheese, or the heat). They have a modest sized parking lot that is a one-way. We sat at the bar and both had sandwiches. I ordered a burger but subbed out the beef patty for a chicken breast. The chicken breast was seasoned and juicy, but it actually made the American cheese on my sandwich a little too slippery. Better than the alternative, though! I would eat here again, but I might try something different next time. The menu wasn't super large, but they had enough apps, sandwiches, and burgers to choose from.

My parents only live about 7 1/2 miles from Unkie's and they'd taken everyone in the family there…read more(multiple times)...but me. It became almost a running joke. They'd rave about the food. Remember how good that was at Unkie's? No. No I don't... Lol We were up there this weekend and it was a couple days before my 55th birthday and mom said... We should take Dan and Owen to Unkie's to my dad... I almost refused... Why ruin a good inside family joke? But I'm glad we went! Don't blink or you'll miss Thor! We arrived at about 430 PM on a Saturday. They open at 300 PM for drinks, seat for dinner at 430 PMish and take orders and start serving at 500PMish. It's seat yourself. The seating is a combination of booths and low top tables and chairs. There is also a small bar with seating at it as well... The place is old school. Mostly dark wood and a classic small town steakhouse vibe. Don't expect a five star atmosphere... The real magic is in the food and the customer service. Unkie's is cash only. They will take a local check. And there is an ATM on site. No card payments. Our server was fantastic. I think she is one of the owners... Took our drink orders first along with an appetizer. We ordered our entrees with her a few minutes later. She checked on us every now and then and our drinks never hit the bottom of the glass. My parents ordered the appetizer sampler (fried pepper rings, cauliflower, cheeseballs, jalapeño cheeseballs, mushrooms, pickles, and onion rings) that they shared with the table and they split a 10 oz fillet meal (medium) with sauteed mushrooms, a baked potato, and a side salad with ranch. Dad ordered three extra jumbo shrimp. The shrimp are $4.50 ea, but they are HUGE. The ranch that comes with the apps (or salad)... It's made in-house and is SO good! If you like ranch it's a must try here. My son ordered the 10 oz ribeye (medium) with fries and a side salad with french. I ordered the 10 oz fillet (medium-rare), the Jojo's potatoes (broasted potato wedges), three jumbo shrimp, and a side salad with blue cheese. We all ordered fountain drinks. All the meals came with Texas toast. Everything was cooked to perfection. Not one thing was not on point! The special the night we were there was two 5 oz lobster tails for $40 and there was a halibut special going on too. I glanced at the receipt. I think the total was $143 before tip... Dad was paying or I'd have been more attentive. Unkie's is a hidden gem of a small town steakhouse who certainly lived up to their reputation! Everything I'd heard was true. Is it worth an almost two hour drive from the Des Moines metro on a date night...? If you don't mind the drive... Yes. Yes it is! And it's most definitely worth the 7 1/2 mile drive from Goldfield to Thor...

Review of Unkie's Entertainment Restaurant & Lounge - Thor, Iowa…read more Unkie's is one of those small-town Iowa restaurants that feels like home the minute you walk in -- the kind of place where you can sit down, relax, and enjoy a good meal without any fuss. It's a real destination spot if you're from the area or just passing through north-central Iowa. I was there celebrating my birthday with my family, and we had a great evening. One thing to note -- they won't seat you until your whole party arrives, which keeps things moving smoothly for the staff and other guests. It's a busy place that draws folks from a wide area, and you can tell it's popular for good reason. The food was solid all around. I had the pork chop -- it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. My wife ordered the chicken and said it was moist and well-seasoned. A few in our group went for steaks and steak-and-lobster combos. Most of the steaks are market-priced, and while they were just a touch overcooked, everyone agreed they had great flavor. Sides were a mixed bag -- my baked potato was a little overdone, and the hashbrowns leaned a bit greasy, but nothing that spoiled the meal. Between six adults and one child, with drinks, appetizers, entrées, desserts, and a couple of lobster add-ons, our total came out around $50 per person -- fair for the quality and portions. A quick heads-up for anyone planning a visit: Unkie's doesn't accept cards, so bring cash. They do have an ATM on-site if you forget, but it's easier to come prepared. All in all, Unkie's hits the mark for what it is -- a good, small-town Iowa restaurant serving hearty food in a friendly setting. It's one of the best we've found in the area, and we'll definitely be back to try their sandwiches next time