This is a small local restaurant. The menu is limited but tasty. Home of the original loose meat sandwich. Ground beef is cooked with onions and served on a bun with chopped onions, mustard and dill pickles. You can also get cheese. Good variety of chips available as a side. They make old fashioned malts and these are a treat! They pour your initial serving and leave you the rest in the container it was mixed in. Plenty enough for 2!! They have a variety of pies for dessert. Counter seating or carry out. Service has always been friendly. You may have to wait for a seat, especially at lunch time. My husband grew up spending summers in Gladbrook and we come here every year when we visit family. Our trip wouldn't be complete without at least one visit to Taylors Maid Rite. read more

We saw a YouTube video about Taylor's Maid-Rite and I just had to come here! It's truly special. A slice of Americana. The crew working here was incredibly friendly and capable. The restaurant was spotless. Super clean. The menu is very small, but it is perfect! My wife had the maid ride special with Doritos with cheese and a diet Pepsi and I had two Maid-Rites with Cheese and the best chocolate peanut butter I have ever tasted. I grew up near Wichita, where we had NuWay loose meat burgers. They were extraordinary. Taylor's Maid-Rite is the closest thing to those. SO GOOD!! Please stop here if you are in the area and support this gem, open since 1928. Here's the YouTube video about this place. We visited from Kansas City. https://youtu.be/dDn45y_FtBo?si=3LN_nYV00pRbUszw read more

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I was recommended Taylor's by a colleague who grew up going here back in 1958 and I was honored to eat at that counter! It's a no-frills, tasty, classic experience for all looking to try something new. Go with the maid-rite and a vanilla malt, you won't regret it! I'm always on the lookout for timeless diners and this lands towards the top of the list. read more

The original Maid-Rite, do not and I repeat do not try the Maid-Rite chains. This original one (Taylor's) won a lawsuit on the differences. Great, small town diner with a limited menu but they do it right. Try a maid-rite loose meat sandwich and the homemade shakes are delicious. Worth the trip to Marshalltown. read more

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Rude service when I went in to pick up food to go. I love maid rites but not that much for the service I had.

Good loose meat sandwich. Just chips and Pepsi. Clean, service was good. Price was expensive for what you get. Sandwich, small bag of chips and a Pepsi was $10.59. Wow. Won't be back. read more

Recently we were passing through Marshalltown and of course had to stop as hubby grew up there. During our sojourn we stopped in at Taylor's Maid-Rite, which I believe is the original Maid-Rite in the chain. The building inside and out is basically a step back in time 60 years or more. It has a three-sided lunch counter and, in the middle, the cooks sling loose-meat hamburger beef sandwiches, with or without onions, mustard and cheese (naturally I added all three). Pretty tasty, although to be honest not really my thing anymore (hubby is now vegetarian and I don't eat a lot of red meat). You have to give them credit though for keeping their concept going this long! We decided to have shakes as well (they have an old-fashioned shake/malt machine!), which the waitress recommended chocolate-cherry, which was a scrumptious flavor combo! Also considered pie; they had five flavors the day we were there! There was a guy wiping down the counters, and I swear he looked like he had been working in the store his whole adult life! I also had to get a t-shirt to take home with me! Such a treat all the way around! read more

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Loose meat sandwich is the best! Always have to have a malt or shake too! Fast and friendly service with a smile. Old time counter seating, which is usually full during rush times. Don't worry, get it to go! read more

Today we stopped at the Marshalltown Taylor's maid rite. Always have enjoyed the Food. The chocolate malt was delicious but the maid rite was pretty blah. Both my husband and I thought it needed something didn't really taste the flavors that usually accompany the maid rite. read more

Funny little diner in a small town in IA. Undoubtedly a town favorite and staple. Everyone loves it and I can see the charm. I am not from town or IA so objectively... meh. BUT I would go back to maintain such culture and support their town/families. The food is just okay, nothing I couldn't make in 13 minutes at home. The staff is friendly and fast. If you happen to come through this town. Stop by. read more

Taylor's Maid-Rite - Burgers Near Me - Marshalltown, Iowa

This place has been around for over 90 years - was a recommendation from a local - very glad we tried it! The beef is very high quality and ground fresh - comes with onion, mustard and pickles - and absolutely delicious! I got a chocolate malt as well :) Bonus is that they carry my fav brand of chips - Old Dutch - and they had the dill pickle flavored ones - yum! Will def be back when in the area and would highly recommend it to others! read more

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One of a kind. Please don't call it loose hamburger & if you know why, never put ketchup on it. Order it wet! read more

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Can never go wrong with maid rite with cheese and everything, a little wet and a strawberry shake

This place is a classic and you know Iowans when they talk about the unique 'maid-rite' sandwich. Not to be mistaken as any ordinary dry, crumbled ground beef sandwich on a bun, the maid-rite has great flavor with the seasoned meat and your choice of toppings - mustard, pickles, and onions. cheese is extra. They now feature ketchup bottles on the counter to use as you see fit. They are smart enough to give you a spoon as I inevitably have meat slip out of the bun on to the wrapper, and it is easier to finish up with the silverware. Typically I'm a fan of their handmade milkshakes but didn't get one this visit. My husband had the strawberry rhubarb pie with ice cream on top and said it was delicious. I tried a cup of the chili and at the server's suggestion, but some on my sandwich. The flavor was pretty simple with the meat and some beans. The menu is intentionally small, and the seating area is a limited 'u' shaped counter service around the main workspace of the staff as they prepare your food in front of you. The servers were friendly and attentive. I suspect not much has changed since the first time I ate here in the early 90s and that is why it this is one of our family's favorite classics when visiting Iowa! read more

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Wasn't really sure what to expect. So I ordered a regular loose meat burger. The lady sitting next to me ordered a burger, no fat. You sit around old fashion round counter with old fashioned stools. Very quaint. Well I went, really didn't conquer, not sure I be back! read more

My wife is from Iowa so was raised on Maid-Rites from Taylor's in Marshalltown. I'm convinced it's an acquired taste that I haven't yet acquired. So this review is mostly from her perspective. She said the sandwiches were really good but not as great as she remembers from her youth. We also ordered chocolate shakes which is a taste I've acquired and they were very good - her impression plus mine. read more

You've got to go - even if it's just once. I'm on a keto diet but still are the bin - you can get in a cup or bowl if you want. The atmosphere and setup is like nothing you've seen before. read more

ya i like taylor's maid rite true like forever sure why not & good order_plenty tasty-good review good meats clean flavors mustard no ketchup read more

This was a great welcoming place! The sandwiches were delicious and the service friendly. I loved the diners seating, it was a great lunch date. read more

Food is #1here. The maidrite original is superb. Add a bag of potato chips and a strawberry shake and you are set for an extraordinary culinary delight! read more

Taylor's Maid-Rite was awesome. One of a dying breed, I don't understand why people so many Maid-Rites have closed. It was well worth the hour drive for a Maid-Rite, fries and Butterscotch shake, I will do it again soon. read more

The food is great The employees are friendly The food comes quick and fresh The vibes are immaculate inside and it smells amazing If you're a local or just passing through town definitely worth a stop read more

It's definitely worth a try. The experience is more memorable than the food, but I don't think you'll leave hungry! The staff is nice as all get out. It's a really cool little spot where you walk in and get service as quick as they get to ya (which is usually pretty quick). The menu is simple and some of the rules or styles are more implied than overtly written. It's a staple in Iowa, but transplants like me may never fully understand the absolute love for "loose meat" sandwiches. People have raved to me about the seasoning. What seasoning? Still though, there is something about getting "one with cheese and everything" that satisfies. And their shakes are huge and very tasty. I hear tell the pie is good, but they've been out of the ones I want when I go. read more

Food is always good. Food tastes the same as when I was younger. Service is pretty quick despite being busy. Some things seem to stay the same even though time moves on. Taylor's is one of those that stays the same but not losing the taste or quality. read more

Been a fan for nearly half a century. Always come back each time near Marshalltown. Order with everything and never use ketchup. Ha. read more

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The name is absolutely accurate as this is made right! The Maid-Rite with cheese is incredible and worth coming back for. Service is incredibly quick as people around us were in and out in under 10 minutes. The shakes are incredible too. The employees are incredibly friendly and this is a great place to eat. Coffee is 93 cents too, can't beat that! read more

This takeout restaurant does have some picnic tables in their parking lot if you choose to dine outside. It serves a classic loose meat sandwich and you can get it wet or dry. Condiments include ketchup mustard and pickle. There's a variety of chips you can get with your sandwich as well as sodas. Shakes and malts come in a few classic flavor...the peanut butter was fantastic. They also offer pie. It did not disappoint. Sandwiches had plenty of meat! read more

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Classic fare in a classic cafe!!! The maid-rites are wonderful and the homemade shakes superb.

Always the best ,the whole place makes me feel at home. The different sandwich will make you want more. If your on lunch it takes like 15 min that's you done eating read more

Most of American was introduced to the concept of "loose meat sandwiches" on the television show, "Roseanne" but Iowans have known about them for nearly a century. Mainly operating under the name of "Maid Rite" - Taylors is a great example of the classic loose meat sandwich restaurant, offering only the sandwiches, soda, milk shakes, chips, and a variety of pies. Many people prefer their sandwiches with ketchup, mustard, pickle, and onion, but I go for pickle and onion only. Cheese is also an option. I am many decades old, and Taylors has been around longer than I have. Want a souvenir after lunch? Buy a tee or a coffee mug. In any case, stop by this Iowa institution. read more

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I'm sure it's great, I may never know. Their delivery service doesn't deliver. Sucks too, I was really looking forward to something different and something good. read more

Taylor's Maidrite NEVER disappoints! Maidrite is a must do state in Marshalltown Iowa, FILLED with nostalgia and history. The decor appears to be original from the 50s when they first opened in Marshalltown. I learned today Maidrite as a whole began in 1928. You can have your Maidrite made to order wet, dry, or in between with pickles, onions, mustard or combo of those. The meat is made uniquely and fresh everyday. Fresh homemade pie, malts, and shakes are available as well. And SO TASTY! You can have your maidrites mailed anywhere in the main 48 states as well. Just an old fashion 50s diner with lots and lots of fun and flavor! read more

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I love this place! From the milkshakes to the burgers! It's so simple but so delicious. I like coming here also cause it's always nice and fast service. read more

I LOVE Maid-Rite sandwiches! The recipe hasn't changed, the buns are always soft, the meat seasoned just right. The service is always fast and friendly. The ambiance remind me of old lunch counter and we enjoy the atmosphere read more

I recently only came across Taylor's from the book "100 things to do before you die in IA" and stopping at this local restaurant was listed as one of them. We made a special trip to stop and so glad we did. We luckily made it before they closed at 3p and ordered our food to go. It's super messy, so i don't know if trying to eat to-go was the best decision. Staff was very pleasant and the location was quite busy (15 min wait for our food). I don't mind- it was soo good! I can't wait to make this place our new tradition! read more

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A Marshalltown classic. Make sure to stop by for the epic maid rites! This is by far the best maid rite I have had, to date. The meat is a tad greasy, but worth it. Make sure to get yours with mustard and pickles and wash it all down with a chocolate malt. read more

Taylor's Maid-Rite - Burgers Near Me - Marshalltown, Iowa

Tasty lunch counter meal with a bit of nostalgia. Great manager! Get a malt or some pie and enjoy the feeling of Marshalltown community.

The food is soooo good. The service is so fast it's incredible. They're one of the last original diners in town so it's obviously a hit.

The best burger place in a 10 mile radius the malts it the top of the cake and the service was incredible would recommend

So there is nothing better than Taylor's Maid-Rite sandwiches in the whole wide world. END OF REVIEW!!! Just kidding... The Good: Taylor's made rights have been around for a long time and I have been there several times to eat in. Do to covid-19 they only offer pick up at the window which they have not done before. This was a great way for the business to adopt to the current situation and serve its customers. The Bad: Here is yet another place we have been to that is hard to find anything to write under "The Bad" section of my review. --- 5 minutes have passed --- I still can't come up with anything as I am always very pleased coming here The Ugly Truth: Every time we dying here the Maid-Rite sandwiches are very consistent, delicious and very filling. Do not forget to order a malt while you enjoy this yummy Maid-Rite, they are also absolutely delicious. The staff is always willing to joke around with you and put a smile on your face even when they are very busy during the lunch rush for example. Thos locally owned business truly knows what it means to prepare amazingly tasting food and wanting to have customers come back as often as possible in order to not just enjoy their sandwiches and malts, but also interact with friends and the staff. read more