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    The Hip-Stir

    4.2 (86 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    New menu
    Alyssa A.

    I was back at The Hip-Stir last night to celebrate a family event. We made a reservation for 6 and sat at a table near the front. The vibe of Hip-Stir ha always been cool and kinda niche and this was no exception. If you don't know that they changed up their menu.. they did. It's not bad by any means, but I am pretty heartbroken about them removing the Spinach Artichoke dip. It was the best around and I'll be overjoyed when it returns. The new menu still features ramen, sandwiches and other yummy dishes. I ordered a side of Mac and cheese with my entree and the food was out in about 20 minutes which is great! Unfortunately my Mac and cheese was forgotten- our server apologized and went to "get that started", no worries. The next time our server was at our table I inquired about it again since it had been about 10 minutes, but she had forgotten yet again. She rushed back to "get it started", ok. At this point everyone was getting full and I didn't even want it anymore, but she returned a few minutes later with it. A little frustrating. The ramen has changed, unfortunately. My sister ordered the spicy pork (which has historically been amazing) and didn't even finish it, which is pretty weird for her lol. I tasted nothing but soy sauce and spice. I'm not sure where the aromatics went, but they need to bring them back asap. Don't order the carrot cake. It was served over coffee (yes, hot coffee) which ruined it. The cake was overly soggy and tasted of nothing but the coffee flavor. I'm sure it would have been great without it, the frosting looked great. I'll probably be back and love supporting the Fun not Fancy group in CR, but last night was a miss.

    Chicken masala gnocchi
    Erica L.

    Great holiday atmosphere (Dec '25) and the service was good. My friend and I tried the relish plate, and then I had the savory beef ramen and my friend had the chicken Marsala gnocchi. They serve some bread and spread at the table as well that was tasty. The relish tray was good but didn't really care for the deviled eggs. My ramen was decent but really salty. And the gnocchi was ok but also too salty. I'd give this place another shot maybe but would probably try something else instead.

    Le Shmashburger  Mac & Cheese
    Gregory G.

    First time here and I'll be back again soon. Enjoyed our dinner start to finish. The staff was fast and friendly. The decor is not easily described but it is randomly fun with exposed brick, barrel booths, doors on the ceiling, etc. The lighting however stood out among this, creating a warm atmosphere. As far as the meals were concerned, my friend enjoyed his salmon curry rice bowl so much so that he would come back soon and have it again. He had a mixed drink during their happy hour specials. I ordered the smash burger, the two patties had American cheese on them and sat on a warm, fresh brioche bun. The bun was in a demi glaze sauce (I ate it with a fork) and it had a terrifically tangy tartar sauce. Whoever does the sauces in this place deserves a medal - the glaze and tartar are wipe your plate with a roll to get every last drop, good. I had Mac and cheese as a side, white cheddar, it had a nice flavor and the noodles were cooked properly. The cheese was a little more liquid than gooey but that's a personal preference. I had a fountain root beer so nothing special there. Given the ambiance of the place I expected a craft or bottled root beer but that's neither here nor there. I'll be back and will try the chicken Alfredo next time.

    1lb bone-in wings | honey buffalo sauce | togarashi | tajin | cucumber | ranch
    Danielle S.

    Was recommended by the salon next door modern valley hair co, that I Must try the buffalo wings, got a lovely sit at the bar and order just that and let me say they are one of the best buffalo wings I've ever had, they are not your traditional Buffalo wings, 1lb bone-in wings honey buffalo sauce, togarashi, tajin, cucumber. So much flavor in every bite and loved it was kind of like a dry rub my sticky. The services was fantastic and I hope they keep the Christmas lights up on the bar.

    Coconut shrimp ramen
    April Y.

    The best food I've had in or around Cedar Rapids. We had the shmash burger and the coconut shrimp ramen - delicious! The atmosphere is SO cute and fun - even in the bathroom. I also had a pretty good Hefe on tap.

    Unique sitting/dining
    Johnny G.

    Overall, a good experience. Very cool and relaxed vibe with a great decor and layout. Bar area was nice and the service was good as well. The food was very tasty and reasonably priced.

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    The food is fantastic. Luis is 100% better than the second best server in CR/Marion. Great atmosphere. A rare find in this area

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    Everything was wonderful! From the service to food! I had a great time! And inside is super unique!

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    Daisy’s Garage

    3.6(25 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    We happened upon Daisy's Garage while passing through Cedar Rapids and decided to stop in for…read morelunch. The restaurant is pretty spacious, with plenty of seating and a fun, open layout. There are lots of cool automotive touches, vintage signs, and garage-style charm that give it a laid-back, quirky personality. It is the kind of place where you notice something new every time you look around. We were seated quickly and greeted by our server. We ordered waters and a couple of pops. It is a Pepsi establishment, so I went with a Diet Mountain Dew. I ordered the grilled chicken sandwich with extra crispy tots and a side of honey mustard. The sandwich was just the right size for lunch, and the tots were hot, crispy, and plentiful. The honey mustard was way better than expected--sweet, tangy, and perfect for dipping. My friend was excited to see an Impossible Burger on the menu. As a vegetarian, it is rare for her to have a solid lunch option. Daisy's even had vegan fare available, which was a nice surprise. I did not remember to photograph my lunch, but I have absolutely no regrets about eating it. If you are in the Cedar Rapids area, give Daisy's a try. Great atmosphere, great service, and some seriously great tots.

    My wife and I went there and we loved it, the atmosphere and everything was laid back and just…read morepretty cool. We both ordered the pork tenderloin sandwich which we had ordered before. Mine was absolutely awesome, all white meat, which I definetly prefer, it couldnt have been better. My wife's had mostly really dark meat which she did not like, the flavor was fine but just the color freaked her out a bit but other than that it was a very good experience. Our waitress was very good as they were very busy but she managed to keep up.

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    4.0(471 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    We had Super Ram Salad mixed kale and red leaflettuce…read more tri-colored quinoa. avocado. roasted sweet potato. apples. candied pepitas. cashew cheese. (Vegan by leaving off the candied pepitas) Falafel Burger Spiced chickpea patty, roasted red pepper sauce, pickled apple relish. vegan gluten free bun. (V/GF) with Sweet Potato Fries Pecan Dream pretzel crust. cashew custard. caramel pecan crumble. dark chocolate. (Vegan/GF/contains nuts) Normally, I would not focus on a desert, but this Vegan dessert is something I would come here just to get it. This place prides itself on having menu items which change with the seasons. This desert merits being an exception to that rule and hopefully will become perennial. Despite being a Vegan and Gluten-free desert, it is one of their most popular. I hope it's there the next time we travel through this area. The other Vegan items were good but this is truly great!

    first time here. It's embarrassing I miss this place. The ambience was outstanding. More…read moreimportantly you could have a conversation in the area without the echo you getting some of the other restaurants. I was a guest to my bankers and they made a couple recommend recommendations which were outstanding. I ended up getting the tuna poke, and the appetizer with tuna. Everything was outstanding. I will definitely bring my better half a.k.a. the wife a.k.a. Peggy back. If you're looking for a nice place with great service in ambulance with good food to top it off you'll definitely wanna check this place out.

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    Lots of on tap beers

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    Looking to the street entrance.

    Fork With IT - Shrimp and cheesy grits with our famous Tasso cream sauce

    Fork With IT

    4.0(28 reviews)
    5.2 mi

    When I walked in, there wasn't a single other customer in the restaurant. Unfortunately, the…read moremanagement was extremely rude and made me feel very uncomfortable. The overall atmosphere felt negative and unwelcoming. Based on this experience, I would not return.

    I visited The District CR in downtown Cedar Rapids during a recent business trip and had an overall…read moreenjoyable experience. First impressions were a bit confusing--the entrance makes you feel like you're walking into an office building. There's a door to the right with signage for what seems to be a sister bar that's only open on limited nights, but the actual restaurant is straight back. Once inside, the space is large and open, with plenty of room between tables and a sizable bar area. I sat at the bar and learned about their Whiskey Wednesday specials, which included several types of Old Fashioneds and whiskey flights. While it sounded intriguing, I opted not to partake. They also offer daily drink special themes. The menu is eclectic, with a mix of Cajun, Italian, and American fare. I went with the Cacio e Pepe with Elephant Ear (Orcchiette) pasta, and added shrimp along with a half wedge salad as a premium side. The pasta itself was delicious--perfectly cooked with a rich, peppery flavor. However, I wish the server had mentioned that the shrimp was Cajun-seasoned. While great on its own, it slightly overpowered the pasta. The wedge salad was a bit of a letdown--the lettuce was watery, which diluted the overall flavor. The dish also came with garlic bread, which was yummy. Service was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and efficient. Unfortunately, it was hard to get a real read on the restaurant's vibe because it was pretty empty on a Wednesday night.

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    Fork With IT - Caprese Chicken Sandwich

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    Toasted marshmallow Old Fashioned made with homemade toasted marshmallow simple syrup

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